Two Ground Pins On Metro Mini

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Two Ground Pins On Metro Mini

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Hello,

Wondering why there are two gnd pins on the Metro Mini, and which one to use?
Is it possible, as I have read, that you can plug a regulated +5V into the 5V pin in order to supply external power?

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Tony
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Re: Two Ground Pins On Metro Mini

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The ground is a common port that is shared with all devices so it may need multiple connections. You can connect a regulated 5 volt power source and ground to the mini.
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Thank you very much for the info.
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