Re: Seagate DockStar and power consumption

[John Klos <john%ziaspace.com@localhost>]

Hi,

It's great to hear that these are pretty well supported now.

> In standby, with NetBSD running and a Sandisk 4GB micro cruzer usb 
> device plugged, it uses around 11.5 W. It's ok, still I expected a bit 
> less from this device. I've read great things about the Sheevaplugs 
> using just 2/3 watts, so I thought this could be as good as the Sheeva. 
> I was wrong. Anyway, it's ok. I've then decided to do some more tests, 
> and I installed Debian on the same memory device. Same conditions, using 
> Debian, the Dockstar requires 9 W. So 2.5 W less than NetBSD. Is there 
> anything I am missing or is it just that Linux has a more complete power 
> management?

What's the power consumption of the Dockstar when the CPU is utilized 
100%? If Debian goes up to 11.5 watts but NetBSD doesn't change, we know 
what it is.

John Klos