The best USB Hubs: Reddit reviews

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Wouldn't this be better for 10 cents more?

Anker [Upgraded Version] 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub, Ultra-Slim Data Hub with 2 ft Extended Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L32B9C2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ivZvDbQGWE7YA

That's an Anker one, this one specifically: https://www.amazon.ca/Anker-Charging-Adapter-Included-VL812-B2/dp/B014ZQ07NE/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=anker+usb+hub&qid=1564002520&s=gateway&sr=8-5

But I'd probably get this one instead, that one there gets annoyed when there's too many devices plugged in and stops outputting power properly: https://www.amazon.ca/Anker-PowerIQ-Charging-Macbook-Surface/dp/B00VDVCQ84/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=anker+usb+hub&qid=1564002520&s=gateway&sr=8-4

I have my dashcam drive plugged into this, and it works just fine: https://smile.amazon.com/Anker-4-Port-Macbook-Surface-Notebook/dp/B00XMD7KPU/

1. Your TV needs to support HDMI CEC, most newer TVs do.

2. get a powered USB hub

3. Never used it, but I think it is bluetooth based so is somewhat distance sensitive?

4. it all depends what you have subscriptions too. Content cost money so free channels tend to be much worse than amazon/hulu/netflix etc.

With the info you have provided, I can definitely recommend this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Extended-MacBook-Surface-Notebook/dp/B07L32B9C2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=usb+hub&qid=1601693478&sr=8-3

Have you tried one of these? Super portable and works well. Only $10 on Amazon, too.

Anker 4-Port USB 3.0 Ultra Slim Data Hub for Mac, PC, USB Flash Drives and Other Devices https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XMD7KPU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_tETlzbHY7C93R

not sure you can get around it but I have one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-Individual-Switches-Included-HB-UMP3/dp/B00TPMEOYM

I leave it plugged in and use the USB switch instead

also powered USB might eliminate problems if you've had any

I have a couple of these. Sabrent switched usb

I like having them in different spots. There’s a 16 port one for you if you want a ton of space.

I have my DT/DN running through one of these. Done all the FW updates and use Overbridge but only 4 ports

Sabrent 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub with... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00JX1ZS5O?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

For a single cable solution, your budget is too low even at $100. Look at these prices:

https://www.windowscentral.com/best-affordable-thunderbolt-3-docking-stations

If you don't really need thunderbolt and are ok with using your current charger with a pass through option and USB-c, then there are a lot more options. The difficulty might be VR as that needs a lot of power and your charger might not be able to handle all of that. If you stick to a monitor and USB-C you should be able to find something good in the $50- $100 range. Something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerExpand-Adapter-Delivery-Ethernet/dp/B087QZVQJX/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=usb+c+hub+pass+through+charging&qid=1621901795&sr=8-4

If you plan on bringing your charger along with you then whatever pass through dock you buy you'll need to figure in the cost of a second charger, so then the thunderbolt dock starts to look like a good option, cost wise.

This is working for me.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y5N3YCD/

Pros:

• Does DisplayPort for me at 3440x1440@120Hz
• USB-C PD input - which you can choose to not use (read about the power brick + PD issues)
• 2 x USB ports
• Ethernet

Cons:

• USB ports are USB 2.0
• Ethernet is 100mbit

You can get "faster" than 100mbit ethernet by using a gigabit dongle, it would end up at around 280mbps according to a google search. I've got USB 3.0 based dock plugged in to one of the USB 2.0 ports and it seems to work well, even gives me a second screen using DisplayLink, if I wanted to (but I don't use it).

If you have a model with a usb-c port this is the one I use. Works great. Use the Ethernet all the time for GeForce now gaming.

Anker USB C Hub, PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Adapter, with 100W Power Delivery, 4K 60Hz HDMI Port, 10Gbps USB C and 2 USB A Data Ports, Ethernet Port, microSD and SD Card Reader, for MacBook Pro and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087QZVQJX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2HS4CF0CKRCNP35K86A9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I tried a tp-link hub usb3.0 with 7 ports but it was giving me issues losing the sensors, then after looking around I found that some people is using the anker hub without issues, I bought it and it is working fine, no problems so far, for the moment I have 2 sensors (waiting for my third) connected to the hub that is connected to a 3 feet usb3.0 extension directly to my motherboard (asus z77) usb3.0 port and the rift is connected to a 3 feet usb3.0 extension directly to my motherboard to a usb3.0 port, I found that this configuration works fine for me. Here is the link to the hub and its in discount now according to amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Anker-10-Port-Transfer-PowerIQ-Charging/dp/B00VDVCQ84/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484475690&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=anker+hub&psc=1

USB 3.0 Hubs

The main concern with hubs is that there is an additional USB controller in the chain and if one of those controllers is not compatible then you might have tracking issues. The issue with compatibility is VR needs low latency and high bandwidth which is required for good tracking.

So you have something like this using a hub.

PC -> PCI Bus -> USB Controller -> Hub -> USB Controller -> Sensor.

If anything in that chain is sub standard you have issues. If you have good USB Controllers in that chain you wont see issues. Just remember a quality hub is only as good as the USB port on your PC you plug it into.

It is also recommended to get a powered USB hub if you have to go the hub route. People sometimes encounter not just a bandwidth/latency bottleneck but a power bottleneck. Importantly some PC USB ports can't push out enough power to power all the devices plugged into the hub. Get a powered hub to avoid this possibility.

Below are two brands Anker and Amazon Basics which are the hubs I commonly see people say have worked for the Rift.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Port-2-5A-power-adapter/dp/B00DQFGH80

or

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Aluminum-Portable-Adapter-Devices/dp/B00PBZX0OM

I use this and am fairly happy with it. Can actually hit true 3.0 speeds and has a couple extra charging ports with external power as a nice bonus: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VDVCQ84/

If you wanted something a little cleaner, you can also get USB 3.0 PCIe cards: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z34BJYH/

I use this one. Vkb gunfighter, gladiator, and rudders. No issues.

Anker 10 Port 60W Data Hub with 7 USB 3.0 Ports and 3 PowerIQ Charging Ports for MacBook, Mac Pro/Mini, iMac, XPS, Surface Pro, iPhone 7, 6s Plus, iPad Air 2, Galaxy Series, Mobile HDD, and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VDVCQ84/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_AAE0FJCRMTEJZ15YE929

Any 4-port 3.0 hub should be good for under 20. I’m using https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-Individual-Switches-Included-HB-UMP3/dp/B00TPMEOYM with my ALU but you might want more ports - for under $30 you could get a 7-port powered.

Just look for something with lots of reviews and close to 5 stars.

Is it plugged into a USB 3.0 port? Have you tried disconnecting the other USB devices to see if it would spin up? If it works now, it probably wasn't getting enough power when all the other devices were connected. As was suggested you would need to get a powered USB hub like this to provide extra power to the drive.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Port-2-5A-power-adapter/dp/B00DQFGH80/

Yeah... Just buy a 4 port USB extender for $12. I use one for all my peripherals since it doesn't support USB 3.0 fast charging. Frees up 3 USB ports from my motherboard

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L32B9C2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_4HrbGb8P4SM4V

I have this one as do many others. Works great.

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In general, just dont buy a no-name brand because its cheaper and has more features. You'll pay for it later. Also, dont buy anything made for Thunderbolt even though the connector is the same.

Same issue so I added this: 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub with Individual LED Power Switches

I keep my HMD and my HOTAS switched off unless I need them.

I don't know why but I find this question extremely cute.

Here ya go

One way to do it is to disable "USB charging" or "USB on when power plugged in" on the laptop, so it doesn't send power to that USB port when the laptop is shut down or sleeping.

Another way is to buy a cheap USB hub with switches on the ports. Something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-4-Port-Individual-Switches-HB-UM43/dp/B00JX1ZS5O/

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Amazon basics hasn't failed me for other things:

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Port-2-5A-power-adapter/dp/B00DQFGH80/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510863587&sr=8-1&keywords=external+power+usb+hub

Exactly what you need.

Sounds like a power problem however, an SD card shouldn't need that much power.
The Surface USB port provides the standard base 900ma only.

I use the Amazon 4 port powered Hub with my SP3 & S3, mostly unpowered unless I specifically need to plug in the power.

I have a launch model PS4 and can confirm that this 4 Port Hub works fine with PSVR. Just make sure to have it plugged into the wall with the included power adapter when in use.

Edit: Oh wait, just noticed that you also said external hard drive. If you're using the external hard drive as extended game storage, then you must plug it directly into one of the USB ports on the system. If you plan to use the drive for media (like watching movies on your PS4 or copying game saves and game clips to the drive), then you can plug it into the USB hub.

This happened to me a few times after getting extansion cables for my hmd(O+). I read a powered usb hub can fix it, so I got one off amazon. It seems to work. I also had my usb microphone plugged into the hub after I got it, and for whatever reason my pc wasn't recognizing the mic, so I stopped using the hub and plugged it directly into my pc(along with the HMD). I got the static sound again, and plugged the HMD back into the hub, and hasn't happened since, so I'm pretty sure its not a placebo.

USB-C hubs tend to be much smaller without any external power adapter and more portable. Like this: Anker USB C Hub, PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Adapter, with 100W Power Delivery, 4K 60Hz HDMI Port, 10Gbps USB C and 2 USB A Data Ports, Ethernet Port, microSD and SD Card Reader, for MacBook Pro and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087QZVQJX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_WyjfFbGMKNZHZ

Docks tend to be bigger with more ports and external power supply. Like this: USB C Docking Station,Hiearcool 4K Triple Display 17IN1 Docking Station for Windows USB C Laptop and Thunderbolt3(2HDMI,DP Output,VGA,Gigabit Ethernet,2USB3.0,2USB2.0,100W PD) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0831BJQ3Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hAjfFbV4MCKV1

You can connect it if your laptop has USB type C port with DP alternate mode...

I'm currently looking for this adapter, which can solve my problems

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Multiport-DisplayPort-Ethernet/dp/B06Y5N3YCD

but only thing why I'm not owning it yet is because of slow LAN(only 100mbps)...