# Detailed Information on Magic Leap 2 USB-C Data and Power Capabilities **URL:** \ **Category:** General\ **Created:** [September 19, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257 "2024-09-19T15:04:42Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![clonnqvist](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/c2a13f/32.png) [@clonnqvist](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/u/clonnqvist)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257/1 "2024-09-19T15:04:42Z")
We are working on a project that requires providing Magic Leap 2 with a continuous data stream and an internet connection via its USB-C port. Could you please provide specific details on: 1. **Data Types and Protocols:** - What types of data can Magic Leap 2 read through its USB-C port? For example, does it support serial data (UART), Ethernet over USB, or other protocols? - Is it possible to transmit both internet data and other sensor data (e.g., GNSS location data) simultaneously through the USB-C port? - Are there any restrictions or limitations on the data protocols or formats accepted via USB-C? 1. **Power Supply Capabilities:** - How much power can the Magic Leap 2 USB-C port supply to connected devices? - Are there specific power delivery specifications or limitations we should be aware of when connecting external devices to the USB-C port? Thank you for your assistance! **ML2 OS version** : 1.8 ---
**Author:** ![kbabilinski](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.magicleap.cloud/kbabilinski/32/19_2.png) [@kbabilinski](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/u/kbabilinski)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2024, 3:36pm UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257/2 "2024-09-20T15:36:52Z")
Hi @clonnqvist , thank you for hanging tight, we are looking into this information for you. ---
**Author:** ![kbabilinski](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.magicleap.cloud/kbabilinski/32/19_2.png) [@kbabilinski](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/u/kbabilinski)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2024, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257/3 "2024-09-20T17:00:35Z")
Here is some additional information about USB C data and power capabilities: Data Types and Protocols: - The Magic Leap 2 USB-C port is a USB 3.1 Gen 2 port, supporting up to 10Gbit/s speeds. - Magic Leap 2 supports USB On-The-Go (OTG), allowing it to act as a host device and communicate with various peripherals. Including Ethernet over USB, are supported. - Regarding Ethernet over USB, we may need more information, we support (most but not all) ethernet dongles that plug into the USB port. - Magic Leap 2 also supports the Android Open Accessory (AOA) protocol, allowing external accessories to communicate with the device. - As far as transmitting multiple data types simultaneously (such as internet data and sensor data), yes, this is possible through the USB-C port. - There are no specific restrictions on the data protocols or formats accepted via USB-C beyond standard USB protocol limits. Power Supply Capabilities: - When operating in USB OTG (host) mode, the Magic Leap 2 USB-C port can supply up to 5W (5V, 1A) of power to connected devices. - If the connected device does not support power delivery, the power output is limited to 4.5W. Do you mind providing us more information on what you intend to use Serial Data , specifically UART, for on the Magic Leap 2? ---
**Author:** ![jspire](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/8dc957/32.png) [@jspire](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/u/jspire)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2024, 1:02am UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257/4 "2024-09-21T01:02:29Z")
Hi Casper, It looks like Krystian responded to your question here on our developer forum so we will close these tickets and continue correspondence there as needed. If you do have a new question you can post there or open a ticket with us here as before. Thank you and have a great weekend, ---
**Author:** ![clonnqvist](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/c2a13f/32.png) [@clonnqvist](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/u/clonnqvist)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2024, 11:05am UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257/5 "2024-09-24T11:05:17Z")
Thank you, Krystian! ---
**Author:** ![system](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/magicleap1/original/1X/bd9b737a4d45ea243aa7eb177d60a773b806899a.svg) [@system](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/u/system)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2024, 11:05am UTC](https://forum.magicleap.cloud/t/detailed-information-on-magic-leap-2-usb-c-data-and-power-capabilities/4257/6 "2024-10-09T11:05:48Z")
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