G GeekGurl Junior Member Jun 16, 2001 19 0 0 Jul 22, 2001 #1 What are some of the key features I should look for in a USB Hub? I notice a large variance in pricing which prompted the question. Thanks, GG.
What are some of the key features I should look for in a USB Hub? I notice a large variance in pricing which prompted the question. Thanks, GG.
Mem Lifer Apr 23, 2000 21,476 13 81 Jul 22, 2001 #2 Powered USB hubs(have there own power supply) are better since some USB devices need more power,so I prefer them to passive type ones.
Powered USB hubs(have there own power supply) are better since some USB devices need more power,so I prefer them to passive type ones.
M Mday Lifer Oct 14, 1999 18,647 1 81 Jul 22, 2001 #3 another is the location of the extra ports. some have them in the front, and some in the back. if you plug and unplug parts a lot, the front ones are more convenient. else, the back ones are fine. -- self powered is a must, some devices require them.
another is the location of the extra ports. some have them in the front, and some in the back. if you plug and unplug parts a lot, the front ones are more convenient. else, the back ones are fine. -- self powered is a must, some devices require them.