USB 2 Hub
 

With all my new goodies, I need more usb 2 plug-ins. So I don't have get on floor to swap. Also getting short on AC outlets. Looking at this one http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817111402

Don't think I really need it because all my things won't be running at same time. Something more on the lines of a splitter, maybe.
Thanks bb

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To eliminate those cabling problems, a solution used:
Dalco 4 Port USB 2.0 Hub

First, these four USB ports appear on the computer's front panel - easy access. Second, this USB hub requires no AC power connection - nor do you pay for that power brick - because USB is powered directly by computer's power supply. Third, the hub makes one connection to an existing USB port - no motherboard slots are used and no special software configuation needed. Four, since power is from computer, then USB hub need not remain powered when not using computer and need not be separately powered on or off.

Finally, I have always had the best of service from Dalco even when problems were directly traceable to Gateway Computer 'games'.

Buster, remember your Power Squid thread? Good info there. ;)
http://cellar.org/showthread.php?t=9914

[quote=tw]To eliminate those cabling problems, a solution used:
Dalco 4 Port USB 2.0 Hub

First, these four USB ports appear on the computer's front panel - easy access. Second, this USB hub requires no AC power connection - nor do you pay for that power brick - because USB is powered directly by computer's power supply. Third, the hub makes one connection to an existing USB port - no motherboard slots are used and no special software configuation needed. Four, since power is from computer, then USB hub need not remain powered when not using computer and need not be separately powered on or off.
QUOTE]
Thanks tw. It looks good. Your info is from? Have one perhaps.
xob, I forgot where the squid was. Tnxs

Installed it. Its been working in those locations for years now without problems. In one case, a static electric discharge was so large to harm the digital camera - and USB hub was not harmed.

The squid - just a power strip - has been seen for sale in a Bed and Bath chain store for $15. Simpler are power strips that have an essential circuit breaker. Sold in Wal-Mart or Home Depot for $3.50.

Thanks, tw

[quote=tw] First, these four USB ports appear on the computer's front panel - easy access. Second, this USB hub requires no AC power connection - nor do you pay for that power brick - because USB is powered directly by computer's power supply. Third, the hub makes one connection to an existing USB port - no motherboard slots are used and no special software configuation needed. Four, since power is from computer, then USB hub need not remain powered when not using computer and need not be separately powered on or off.QUOTE]

Wish I had read that a little closer. I overlooked the part about using existing USB port. Don't think will drill a hole in case for cord. Am I missing something here?

Some USB ports can remain inside the case. I usually route USB cable through existing holes (in back of all cases) and then plug into a rear USB port.

Drilling a hole in that alumium is easy. Simply put a towel inside the case and vacuum that towel before removing it. Also useful is making a 'basket' of duct tape inside the hole. Routing the cable is not difficult.

IF my brain was working, would have thought of a usb pci card. :smack:

How do you know how much total load you can put on the USB ports? I keep seeing USB powered doodads that make me wonder when enough is too much? :confused:

Don't have a clue, bet tw will.

Windows tells me. When I try to connect a device too far down the chain, or with too heavy a power draw, the usb service will try to start, fail, and give me an error saying so. Then I disconnect the device and get it plugged in closer to power, usually to a powered hub or to the motherboard usb ports.

How do you know how much total load you can put on the USB ports?

I was woundering about that as well , i have seen ALL kinds of useless stuff , lava lamps , fans , coffie cup heaters , and even a mini George Forman grill ??
How much is TOO much ??

i have seen ALL kinds of useless stuff

like this stuff , most useless , some Interesting http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/usb/?cpg=nbi