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Linksys USB 4-Port Hub

Linksys USB 4-Port Hub

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Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Thumbs Down
Review: I purchased this item so I would't have to keep crawling on the floor to get to my USB ports on the back of my PC.
I have a printer, scanner, digital camera, all requiring USB ports.

MY PC recognised the hub when I plugged it in but when I tried to use my scanner it locked up, then my camera would't connect any more. After several reboots I was able to get one device working at a time, however it's pointless having a USB hub unless you can connect more than one thing to it!

Needless to say I have repackaged it and sent it back. I guess I just have to keep crawling around on the floor.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: This dog hunts
Review: I read all the prior reviews here before buying this device, as one of my two USB ports had gotten burned out due to a lightning strike (don't ask). I was concerned as some people had experienced problems, but from my experience it was a snap to set up and worked right away without a problem. If you need more USB ports (or have a bizarre event like I did), this is the perfect solution, and at a price that won't kill you.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: This dog hunts
Review: I read all the prior reviews here before buying this device, as one of my two USB ports had gotten burned out due to a lightning strike (don't ask). I was concerned as some people had experienced problems, but from my experience it was a snap to set up and worked right away without a problem. If you need more USB ports (or have a bizarre event like I did), this is the perfect solution, and at a price that won't kill you.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Good for Macs, too
Review: I was a little concerned about the seemingly poor construction quality (very lightweight and it actually rattles when you gently shake it), but the Linksys hub does work, and I guess I won't be shaking it a lot anyway... Very puzzling that there's no mention anywhere of Macintosh compatibility. The description on the Amazon site is mum about it, and the packaging and the manual state the hub is compatible with various Windows systems -- no mention of Macs. Only the Linksys website states the link works with Macintoshes, too, and in my situation (G3 blue-and-white Yosemite tower), that's true. Plug and play, no hassles.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A must for people with multiple USB devices
Review: I've had the Linksys USB 4-port hub for about a month and I am very very happy with it. My computer only had 2 USB ports and I was getting tired of unplugging my printer to plug in my camera and so I decided to buy this USB hub.

Installation was a snap -- I plug in the power supply, attach the USB hub to my computer via. the USB cable provided, plug in my devices into it and everything is good to go. I see all my devices and I don't need to unplug anything to use anything else. No additional software needed. Get it now if you've got too may USB devices like I did.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Does not always work
Review: It always worked great on my Thinkpad, but now I found it does not work on my new desktop with WinXP....

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT
Review: It's construction is fairly cheap and because it's size/weight, the hub tips when placed at the back edge of my desk or tower computer. Not a huge deal, but pretty much all the usb hubs are the same...though I'm going to try the Kensington that is weighted to prevent tipping, has a space-saving standing configuration, has 3 ports in the back of the hub and one in the front- a great idea!

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Does ok, seems reliable, but annoyingly tips
Review: It's construction is fairly cheap and because it's size/weight, the hub tips when placed at the back edge of my desk or tower computer. Not a huge deal, but pretty much all the usb hubs are the same...though I'm going to try the Kensington that is weighted to prevent tipping, has a space-saving standing configuration, has 3 ports in the back of the hub and one in the front- a great idea!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Good Product !
Review: No non-sense product. Installation is a breeze (doesn't require a CD. The OS detects and chooses the driver by itself) and works well. Not sure why they have 4 green LEDs. They all lit up when the computer starts and shut off when the computer switches off...irrespective of how many devices are connected or not. They could have very well replaced it with just one LED.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: 24 Hour Tech Support Line is a farce
Review: Purchased this device based on an Amazon customer review. I was expecting a plug & play experience. No such luck, driver problems despite the fact my hardware & software meets minimum requirements.

The real rub, cannot get through to a person on the Linksys tech 24 hour a day support phone line. Attempts fail whether day, night, week day, or the weekend. No response via online either.


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