My Techno Tips: Sabrent 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub with Individual Power Switches and LEDs (HB-UMLS)

Sabrent 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub with Individual Power Switches and LEDs (HB-UMLS) features

Expand by connecting up to 4 USB 2.0, or 1.1 devices to any USB 2.0 capable computer
Supports USB 2.0 transfer rates up to 480 Mbps. Backwards compatible with 1.1 devices and hosts
Reverse Compatible with USB 1.1
4 per-port LEDs. Sleek black finish. All 4 ports on one side to minimize cable clutter.

Add up to 4 peripherals quickly and easily with the Sabrent HB-UMLS USB 2.0 Hub. Especially great for notebooks which come with only a few ports in an era when you need to attach many USB devices at once, such as a printer, card reader, cell phone, iPod, thumb drive, mouse, keyboard, or an external hard drive. Achieve full 480 Mbps on each port, or daisy chain multiple hubs to a maximum of 127 devices. Fully backwards compatible with the USB 1.1 products

Please Note:
For a stable connection, the devices connected to the 4 Port Hub must not exceed a combined current of 5 volts 500mAh. External hard-drives should be connected to an external power source. This 4 Port hub will not charge an iPad (it will only sync).

Features:
* Blue LED to indicate power status for each port
* Data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps
* Four downstream ports support high-speed (480Mbps), full-speed (12Mbps), and low-speed (1.5Mbps)
* Supports up to 127 devices by daisy-chaining multiple hubs
* Some power-intense USB devices may require a AC-Powered USB hub

System requirements:
* Mac OS 9.1 & higher
* Windows 98SE /ME /2000 /XP /Vista /7/8
* Linux 2.4 or above

Package contents
* USB 2.0 4-port hub

Warranty:
This product comes with a three year warranty.
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A:External power allows for charging more devices. Without it, it can't charge 4 things at one time.

A:It's about the size of a pack of gum. If you're just going to plug it in and let it hang I think you'd be ok. Any prolonged movement/vibration will inevitably loosen the connection and/or damage your jack.

A:Devices still must be safely removed. It does allow up to four devices to be plugged in and activate the switch when needed.

A:I called the manufacturer to ask this very question. They recommend Sabrent model PS-5V4A. http://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-100V-240V-Adapter-Support-PS-5V4A/dp/B00MRGKPH8

A:yes they will, I have a 3 tb WD, a 2 tb Fatom,and a 1tb HP they all work fine, and and any thumb drive that I plug in syncs right up.Some of the thumb drives are usb 2.0 , no problem

A:The cable itself is about 6 inches from the hub to the single usb connector. As far as power it will supply power to plug-ins but if it is a power hungry device it may require an AC-powered usb hub.

A:I just tried out both methods, and neither of them were able to charge any of my usb devices. This is mainly to create more usb ports for your computer

A:I have not seen any limitations or overloading. I use 3 of the 4 ports constantly, and have since I purchased it, without any problems at all. I use it on a Lenovo work laptop to consolidate many cables coming into my various laptop USB ports. It is very convenient when I take my laptop home and then bring it back. It … see more I have not seen any limitations or overloading. I use 3 of the 4 ports constantly, and have since I purchased it, without any problems at all. I use it on a Lenovo work laptop to consolidate many cables coming into my various laptop USB ports. It is very convenient when I take my laptop home and then bring it back. It only takes one hookup instead of 3 separate hookups. I run two additional monitors and a keyboard through the 3 ports I use. see less

A:No, no problem moving data. Just semi-slow because it isn't anything fancy but, it isn't super slow to me either. What's cool is that I can plug my hard drives into it too. Things that didn't work I've learned are my drawing tablet because it requires a wacom bamboo drive etc. can not peform pressure with this. but! … see more No, no problem moving data. Just semi-slow because it isn't anything fancy but, it isn't super slow to me either. What's cool is that I can plug my hard drives into it too. Things that didn't work I've learned are my drawing tablet because it requires a wacom bamboo drive etc. can not peform pressure with this. but! Two time when I have had all of them on and runnin something, and plugged in a fourth one! it cut off. I had to ya know restart the computer. So it could refresh its self. So you gotta be a bit easy when plugging in a bunch of stuff. Once it is in there everything work fine.I love mine, blue lights are nice but, can get annoying at night. I love that u can click them on and off it's convenient. I use it everyday! :) see less

A:Your USB speeds will only be as fast as the slowest component you plug into it. If you plug a USB 2.0 external harddrive into a USB 3.0 you'll get 2.0 speeds. If you plug this hub into a USB 2.0 port, you'll get USB 2.0 speeds. Depending on the age of your PC you can probably get an add-on PCI card with USB 3.0 ports i… see more Your USB speeds will only be as fast as the slowest component you plug into it. If you plug a USB 2.0 external harddrive into a USB 3.0 you'll get 2.0 speeds. If you plug this hub into a USB 2.0 port, you'll get USB 2.0 speeds. Depending on the age of your PC you can probably get an add-on PCI card with USB 3.0 ports if you do not want to upgrade. see less

A:I think it certainly could. This is only a hub, which extends the connection ports. The amount of data transferred from Chromecast and Amazon stick would certainly not be enough to bottle neck the Hub. Plus, I assume one device will be used at a time ( when you project stuff on TV, Chromecast will be of use, and Prime … see more I think it certainly could. This is only a hub, which extends the connection ports. The amount of data transferred from Chromecast and Amazon stick would certainly not be enough to bottle neck the Hub. Plus, I assume one device will be used at a time ( when you project stuff on TV, Chromecast will be of use, and Prime videos will use Amazon stick) see less

A:Hi, usually the inside of the 3.0 USB connector plug (female) and the hub receptables (male) will be blue in color! This should tell you if you will need 2.0 or 3.0!3.0 will definitely give way better speed than a 2.0 Some 3.0 receptacles will be compatable with a 2.0 this will depend on if the shape of the plug matc… see more Hi, usually the inside of the 3.0 USB connector plug (female) and the hub receptables (male) will be blue in color! This should tell you if you will need 2.0 or 3.0!3.0 will definitely give way better speed than a 2.0 Some 3.0 receptacles will be compatable with a 2.0 this will depend on if the shape of the plug matchup with your hub receptacles since there is a difference in the plug shapes when it comes to the 3.0 type A or BGood info on link here:-http://www.diffen.com/difference/USB_2.0_vs_USB_3.0 see less

A:hello: it sure will.....not a problem.

A:I have also noticed that. When I just have have the power adapter plugged in, I can't charge anything on the first port. However if I plug it into my computer, I can connect and charge on the first port. The other ports work normally for me.

A:Yes you can. I use the power supply to power up my iOS devices and the usb monitor that I use frequently.

A:Sorry I have not yet downloaded ubuntu so I cannot say for sure. I can say it works wonderful with my usb 3.0 and 2.0 ports. UBUNTU is supposed to work very well either in place of windows or alongside it so my best guess would be it will probably work but as I said I cant be 100%

A:Yep its one of the functions i use it for since i have a lot of mobile devices anything with a usb can charge on it and multiple ones at that

A:I own a mac, it works fine. I'd imagine the same would be for any PC

A:I plugged in my Ipad and it said it wasn't charging for some reason. I don't know about your controller or headset. I think it is mainly if you want to expand your thumb drive inputs.

A:I see from the specs of this printer that it prints via USB but only USB 1.1. Although I have no personal experience with that particular printer, the Sabrent 2.0 HUB says it is "Fully backwards compatible with the USB 1.1 products", so it should work fine. Bottom line is that if works with USB now, it should work with… see more I see from the specs of this printer that it prints via USB but only USB 1.1. Although I have no personal experience with that particular printer, the Sabrent 2.0 HUB says it is "Fully backwards compatible with the USB 1.1 products", so it should work fine. Bottom line is that if works with USB now, it should work with the Sabrent HUB; but, of course, performance will be only as fast as USB 1.1 provides. This is a compact HUB that is 3.25" wide X 1.25" deep and about 1.25" thick. The cord is only about 2.5" inches long, some will like that, some won't. I find it attractive and functional overall. Hope this helps! see less

A:Yes, you will be able to. The good thing is that once you press the button you either activate or deactivate the port so you can have both mice plugged in.

A:I do not have a chrome book, but from my experience with the item dealing with android and Ubuntu this should work as a generic hub.

A:I don't know what your set up is like but this is a usb hub with 4 ports and it works great for my flash drives, portable hard drives, cell phone etc while I'm on my ladptop

A:yes. I charged my camera on it.

A:No. This is USB for sharing the older 2.0 port to talk to things like printers, keyboards and mice.

A:Yes, 2 Logitech controllers work fine. I don't remember if I ever tried all 4 of my controllers, but I use 2 regularly with no issues. I did run into a problem where the controllers no longer responded very well when I used a 6 ft USB extender between the hub and the computer, but i'm not sure if that's a fault in the … see more Yes, 2 Logitech controllers work fine. I don't remember if I ever tried all 4 of my controllers, but I use 2 regularly with no issues. I did run into a problem where the controllers no longer responded very well when I used a 6 ft USB extender between the hub and the computer, but i'm not sure if that's a fault in the hub or the extender. It works fine plugged directly into the computer. see less

A:Yes if you do everything correctly it will work just as a direct port.

A:Yes the power adaptor input power is 110 thru 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, .5 A, but it didn't come with the connector adaptors necessary for other than the standard 110 wall outlets.

A:yes

A:Don't have it in a 30 foot but a 15 foot dosn't seem to have any problem with my macbook iphone and ipad. Would think that a bluetooth connection would be a better router (sorry about the pun ) if possible.

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A:Had my son try it to answer this question, yes, it works. Now he uses this device to charge multiple controllers at once & can do so while playing, plugged into the PS3 or computer. We are quite impressed with this device actually.

A:Yes, if you tun off the switch (any of the 4 switches) there is no power to the port, so no transfer can occur. I just always leave on the switch connecting the port box to my extra hard drive. I know its on because it lights up the button. For the other 3 ports on the hub, I turn one on only long enough to use a fl… see more Yes, if you tun off the switch (any of the 4 switches) there is no power to the port, so no transfer can occur. I just always leave on the switch connecting the port box to my extra hard drive. I know its on because it lights up the button. For the other 3 ports on the hub, I turn one on only long enough to use a flash drive or another peripheral. It's handy for that. see less

A:no its just to add additional ports

A:i think so.

A:I perhaps should answer I don't now but I was stimulated to research it out. Each port can be a separate feed. You can assign these inputs to be different channels of the Aggregate Device, so you still get the same control in Garageband that you would with a full set of inputs on a device like a firewire mixer. See. … see more I perhaps should answer I don't now but I was stimulated to research it out. Each port can be a separate feed. You can assign these inputs to be different channels of the Aggregate Device, so you still get the same control in Garageband that you would with a full set of inputs on a device like a firewire mixer. See. Using Multiple USB Audio Devices in Garageband | Adam Weiss ...www.podcastconsultant.net › 2007/03/14 see less

A:I have connected mine through a KVM switch, to another USB hub, and directly to my computer and it works with my keyboard and mouse with no issues. I don't know what an OTG is but as long as you are trying to connect to your computer it should work. Like any hub that does not rely on a direct wall connection for power,… see more I have connected mine through a KVM switch, to another USB hub, and directly to my computer and it works with my keyboard and mouse with no issues. I don't know what an OTG is but as long as you are trying to connect to your computer it should work. Like any hub that does not rely on a direct wall connection for power, it can get overheated. I have not had that issue but keep it in mind for what you expect to use it for. see less

A:I would assume so on PC (if you plug in devices & push corresponding button, PC will recognize the new drive). Don't have 360 to test with, only PS4.

A:It will sync, but I do not have an iphone 6. What is the power requirement of an iPhone 6 and what is the power output of this hub? That will tell you.

A:As long as your laptop has a usb port it should work. The unit plugs directly into your usb port. You can then plug into the 4 ports as needed.

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A:Even though the computer doesn't recognize it, it may still work. I get the same message for my flash drive which works fine. With it plugged in reboot the computer and see what happens. It may be the difference USB 2.0 and 3.0 that produces the message. The hub is only a pass-through device for other devices that … see more Even though the computer doesn't recognize it, it may still work. I get the same message for my flash drive which works fine. With it plugged in reboot the computer and see what happens. It may be the difference USB 2.0 and 3.0 that produces the message. The hub is only a pass-through device for other devices that the computer actually "sees". see less

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A:I bought the product for my car so I have the option to plug in my Iphone and Ipod plug so I don't have to disconnect and reconnect the USB from the car USB port. Sad to say, this product did not work in the car. (I tried plugging it in the USB port as well as the power outlet charger (with the adapter connector)-did n… see more I bought the product for my car so I have the option to plug in my Iphone and Ipod plug so I don't have to disconnect and reconnect the USB from the car USB port. Sad to say, this product did not work in the car. (I tried plugging it in the USB port as well as the power outlet charger (with the adapter connector)-did not work. And "No" I didn't try charging both at one time.) But, still an awesome product that I use to connect to my PC. see less

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A:Response time I'm guessing there would be some lag but it should work.

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A:From the tip of the USB port to the end of the wire attached to the adapter, it's 10.5 inches. The adapter is 3.25 inches. Total 13.75 inches long.

A:No Idea, mine came broken and is useless. Buy a more reliable one. It is chintzy ans the cord is way short.

A:all 4 ports working at some time once pluged to the computer (laptop) and the computer is "ON"......

A:You will need a usb adapter

A:Hi, you may want to get a printer with an Airprint feature. That should d the job.

A:Yes it will work great with Windows 10

A:USB is a universal system. I see no difficulty. It should work on any Computer like connection weather Musical Keyboard, computer or TV

A:Yes you can. That is exaclty what this is made for. I have to experienced no lag with the device to date, and I am using all four ports at all times.

A:yes

A:I was very disappointed with my purchase of this item because when I plugged it into my usb port on my IMAC desk top it would not power any other external drive.

A:Yes but it isn't included.

A:i don't know in my case i just got it to have extra ports for charging different items.

A:I think you can use it. The port switch only go individually if you push one switch in.

A:Yes, on mine UX21 ASUS Zenbook it works well on both slots.

A:Sorry, I've never tried so I don't know.

A:USB 3.0 ports are backwards compatible to 2.0. Likewise, USB 3.0 devices are typically backwards compatible to work at USB 2.0 speeds.

A:We have a webcam on it. I would imagine it would take speakers if they don't draw much power or have external power, but I'd check with the manufacturer. I had gone to their web site and they have easy to get to support desk.

A:Three concerns: 1) the combined current (mAmp) draw of four sets, operating at 3.7 volts each, will be about 1,200 mA or 1.2 amps which could overload the laptop's USB output circuit. 2) the 4-port hub is six inches from connector to block, and could cause some crowding around the laptop depending on the length of the … see more Three concerns: 1) the combined current (mAmp) draw of four sets, operating at 3.7 volts each, will be about 1,200 mA or 1.2 amps which could overload the laptop's USB output circuit. 2) the 4-port hub is six inches from connector to block, and could cause some crowding around the laptop depending on the length of the LifeChat cords. 3) since all the "bandwidth" will be competing for one serial signal, the flow of conversation might be intermittent (broken). The hub $ is low enough that if it didn't work, not much capital investment lost, however, concern #1 would be a real problem if the laptop's USB circuit overloaded. Caution advised. see less

A:I don't know. I would google it.

A:Read the answer above. No charging the iPad - too much power needed. You can sync though.

A:Honestly, I'm not sure? I believe any operating system which can use USB 3 would be able to use the switch. then again, I don't use chromebook

A:I have not tried it since I only have wireless controllers. It does work good on my PC though.

A:No, this did not come in a box. It came in a padded mailing envelope.

A:If your equipment has standard USB connections, yes. My primary usage is cell phone, ipod, tablet and external hard drive.

A:I tried two, which is all I have. One is old and much wider than the newer one. They fit fine, so I'm sure four will fit.

A:The hub is powered from your computer's USB port. It doesn't have an external power supply.

A:It's a standard USB Hub. So depending on the devices you are plunging into it will depend on the limitations. I hope that helps.

A:I have now tried this, but I see no reason it wouldn't work as you need.

A:I believe USB 3.0 is faster but unlikely to be noticeable in use.

A:Yes

A:Cord is USB only and it is about 9 inches from unit to computer and it doesn't show it in the photo, however, maybe one drawback, it has a very small cord that you have to plug in to the hub as well. But that is not an issue for me.

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A:You don't need an AC charger for it unless you are using high draw USB attachments. I run two 8 led keyboard lights and a USB sound and mic adapter for my headset on mine without a problem. The only thing you would need the AC for would be if you are running cooling fans or things like that. It would need a 5volt ad… see more You don't need an AC charger for it unless you are using high draw USB attachments. I run two 8 led keyboard lights and a USB sound and mic adapter for my headset on mine without a problem. The only thing you would need the AC for would be if you are running cooling fans or things like that. It would need a 5volt adapter which you can buy here on amazon if you look it up. I would try it out first then order one if you need it. see less

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