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4 x 4-pin Type A USB 2.0 - USB Downstream, 1 x 4-pin Type A USB 2.0 - USB Upstream - External
This review is from : Kensington PocketHub Mini 2.0 4-Port Portable USB Hub K33399US
Non-Powered 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub . Despite the less-than-stellar ratings, this Kensington 4-Port hub actually works very well for my purposes.
Non-Powered USB Port
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First off, this USB hub is NON-powered! -- i.e. it's not powered by an external power source other than the bus to which it's connected (non-powered hubs are also called bus-powered hubs).
With a non-powered USB hub, you will not be able to connect devices that draw excessive power from it. This includes most external USB harddrives, USB scanners without an external power supply, and other devices that demand a lot of power from a USB port.
You can, however, use it for mice, keyboards, Bluetooth or RF dongles, IR Receivers, Pocket PC's, MP3 Players, and a vast array of other devices that draw a only miniscule amount of power OR for devices that get their power from an external power source (e.g. printers).
If you're unsure whether your device is a power hog, a sure bet would be to just get a *powered* USB hub. However, powered hubs are typically significantly larger - and more expensive - than their non-powered counterparts. Kensington, Cables To Go, and CP Technologies all make powered USB hubs.
I've had it for 2 years and I've had absolutely no problems with it - no trouble getting Windows (XP) to recognize it, no lost connections or trouble connecting, no faulty ports, etc.
Specifications/Features
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- Non-Powered USB Hub
- Supports USB 2.0 (also called Fast USB)
The hub supports USB 2.0, which is capable of transfer rates up to 480 Mbit/s (vs. the dismal 12 Mbit/s of USB 1.1).
- Small and Lightweight
The hub is lightweight and small, which makes it very portable. It measures exactly 3.25" x 1.5" x 0.50".
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The Kensington will work flawlessly for devices that do not draw an excessive amount of power from it. If you need a USB hub for devices that demand a lot of power from a USB port, you will need a powered USB hub.
Non-Powered 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub . Despite the less-than-stellar ratings, this Kensington 4-Port hub actually works very well for my purposes.
Non-Powered USB Port
--------------------
First off, this USB hub is NON-powered! -- i.e. it's not powered by an external power source other than the bus to which it's connected (non-powered hubs are also called bus-powered hubs).
With a non-powered USB hub, you will not be able to connect devices that draw excessive power from it. This includes most external USB harddrives, USB scanners without an external power supply, and other devices that demand a lot of power from a USB port.
You can, however, use it for mice, keyboards, Bluetooth or RF dongles, IR Receivers, Pocket PC's, MP3 Players, and a vast array of other devices that draw a only miniscule amount of power OR for devices that get their power from an external power source (e.g. printers).
If you're unsure whether your device is a power hog, a sure bet would be to just get a *powered* USB hub. However, powered hubs are typically significantly larger - and more expensive - than their non-powered counterparts. Kensington, Cables To Go, and CP Technologies all make powered USB hubs.
I've had it for 2 years and I've had absolutely no problems with it - no trouble getting Windows (XP) to recognize it, no lost connections or trouble connecting, no faulty ports, etc.
Specifications/Features
-----------------------
- Non-Powered USB Hub
- Supports USB 2.0 (also called Fast USB)
The hub supports USB 2.0, which is capable of transfer rates up to 480 Mbit/s (vs. the dismal 12 Mbit/s of USB 1.1).
- Small and Lightweight
The hub is lightweight and small, which makes it very portable. It measures exactly 3.25" x 1.5" x 0.50".
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The Kensington will work flawlessly for devices that do not draw an excessive amount of power from it. If you need a USB hub for devices that demand a lot of power from a USB port, you will need a powered USB hub.
Kensington PocketHub Mini 2.0 4-Port Portable USB Hub K33399US Reviews
Kensington . I only purchase Kensington products whenever possible. I have and use several Kensington products and find them to be superior. Try their trackball, it's awesome.
Kensington . I only purchase Kensington products whenever possible. I have and use several Kensington products and find them to be superior. Try their trackball, it's awesome.
Kensington PocketHub Mini 2.0 4-Port Portable USB Hub K33399US Opinions
great size too bad I can't use it for its intended purpose . I bought this to go in my bag (essentially my office) and to use when I park the laptop at home. At home I have an external lacie hard drive for backups and an apple DVD for my macbook air. Theoretically I should be able to plug both in to say, boot off of the DVD and restore from a backup, but even with an external power supply (variable voltage brick from radioshack) powering it, it refuses to work with the DVD. That was kinda the whole point. So, now I can use it for all my other stuff, just not when I have an emergency and really really need it to work.
great size too bad I can't use it for its intended purpose . I bought this to go in my bag (essentially my office) and to use when I park the laptop at home. At home I have an external lacie hard drive for backups and an apple DVD for my macbook air. Theoretically I should be able to plug both in to say, boot off of the DVD and restore from a backup, but even with an external power supply (variable voltage brick from radioshack) powering it, it refuses to work with the DVD. That was kinda the whole point. So, now I can use it for all my other stuff, just not when I have an emergency and really really need it to work.
Cons Review
Not great . This worked for a little while but after about 2 weeks it started shorting out. now it only works at a certain angle and if i move it it disconnects and reconnects then my computer says there is problems with it.
Feature Kensington PocketHub Mini 2.0 4-Port Portable USB Hub K33399US
- For notebook computers
- Can connect 4 USB devices
- built-in cable
- can fit in pocket or notebook carry case
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Product Details
EAN : 0085896333999UPC : 085896333999
MPN : 8589633399
Brand : Kensington
Weight : 1 pounds
Height : 1 inches
Length : 9 inches
Width : 6 inches
Binding : Personal Computers
Format : CD
Hardware Platform : Pc
Manufacturer : Kensington
Model : K33399US
Operating System : Windows
Platform : Windows
Publisher : Kensington
SKU : 513544
Studio : Kensington
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