Multi-USB for Arduino (with Power Kill)

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Depending on the project, plugging your Arduino Project into your Computer's USB Port may draw too much power. I needed a way to select whether or not to provide USB Power and connect any Arduino Board using whatever USB Interface. Plus, I wanted to use a 3 Mtr (120 inch) USB Cable so I could place the Arduino Project on another bench. My Multi-USB design was the result of these requirements. It offers all the features I needed, including a Toggle Switch to choose between USB Power and no power at all. The Dual LED lights up Green when USB Power is available and Red when it's not. There's no doubt this design could have been made much smaller, but size wasn't a concern, and besides, it makes assembly easier. I hope my design will inspire others to take this idea further.