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power in

The port through which a device receives power for charging or operation.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Power in denotes the port through which a device receives power for charging or running. On modern devices it is usually the same USB-C port used for data.

See power port.

Where power in Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is power in?

The port through which a device receives power for charging or operation.

What terms are related to power in?

Related Ports terms include DisplayPort 2.1, video out.

Related Technical Terms

DisplayPort 2.1
The newest DisplayPort version, with far higher bandwidth for 8K and beyond. Ports
video out
A port that sends video from a device to a display. Ports
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