I still didn't get it! Switch vs Hub ???
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Switches learn enough about connected devices to pass information to other devices directly, information for a device connected to port 2 goes to port 2 only. Hubs pass information to all available ports, information for a device connected to port 2 would be passed to every port because the hub can't learn anything about the devices connected to it.
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I'm using this switch with my SmartThings hub. With the switch itself you can select one of 3 speeds and with the SmartThings app I can use a slider to select the speed.
174773
I haven't tried to use it in a hub at all, mine is directly into the machines. It works great that way. I now have three machine and will probably look for a 4 port just like this one. It is so simple and easy.. It covers the speakers, mic, keybd, mouse and monitor (HDMI).
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I use the USB switch with a powered hub. (The switch has no external power.) If you need a powered hub, I don't know. I changed to using a powered hub and have found the hub more reliable than a non-powered hub.
1299264
I don't think I've ever seen a hub w/ an on/off switch. As Mr. Williams said, a power strip could be used in conjunction with turning your computer(s), if that is what you do. In my experience, this is a very good product, esp. compared w/ the competition and well worth the extra $$$.
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No. It is *not a powered hub* and for the record, this is not just a "hub" in the normal sense. This is to switch up to 4 USB devices between 2 computers. I use it for a mouse, keyboard, and microphone and for those devices it works fine. This includes a Razer mouse that does not fully work with at least some other KVM solutions.
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It's not WiFi, or am I not understanding you. You have to hook up -- somehow -- both machines to the switch in order to toggle back and forth between them. It's a HARD SWITCH.
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I use the switch connected to a multi port USB hub. I have my printer, scanner, Wacom graphics tablet, a flash drive (USB) and a 3Tb drive all plugged in. I move from one computer to the next, never have to reboot to switch access from my PC and laptop. I used a bead of silicone adhesive around the base to adhere it to the desk. Not slick, but a $9.00 tool that does everything I have wanted it to do.
1076791
I've never tried it with a hub. But, I have used it with an extension without any issues.
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That is definitely not my experience, and probably has more to do with your systems. My switch activates my USB devices in 1-2 seconds. But I'm not using a MAC--both of mine are PCs. I'm switching a keyboard and mouse.
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It does require a direct connection since it does not require any software to run it. As far as I know, it will not work in a hub.
1457698
No it does not because it is only a switch (hub) to be used to connect other devices.
924354
Form what I understand (and I do NOT know computers) there is a switch you need to buy so that you can do so. I had the same question for my IT friend, and that was his answer to me. Good luxk
993691
There are a couple of possible issues. First the switch may be bad but I doubt that given the fact that it works OK. The other issue is do you have anything else taking bandwidth from the incoming connection before it gets to the switch? Finally, there may be something in the computer itself that is drawing bandwidth such as a file transfer that is stealing bandwidth.
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I have 3 devices attached to this hub. The device switches to the most recently turned on device. So, if my HTPC was already on, and I turn on the blue-ray player, it switches to the blue-ray player port (most of the time). To ensure that the hub switches to what I want it to, I make sure all of my devices are off if I am not using them. Then when I turn a device on, the hub is not confused on what port to turn on. And I honestly have never used the remote. I tucked the hub behind everything as the lights were very bright. It is just within reach for me to get to the actual switch on the front of the hub should the hub not switch to the port I want it on. I have 3 devices attached to this hub. The device switches to the most recently turned on device. So, if my HTPC was already on, and I turn on the blue-ray player, it switches to the blue-ray player port (most of the time). To ensure that the hub switches to what I want it to, I make sure all of my devices are off if I am not using them. Then when I turn a device on, the hub is not confused on what port to turn on. And I honestly have never used the remote. I tucked the hub behind everything as the lights were very bright. It is just within reach for me to get to the actual switch on the... » Read More I have 3 devices attached to this hub. The device switches to the most recently turned on device. So, if my HTPC was already on, and I turn on the blue-ray player, it switches to the blue-ray player port (most of the time). To ensure that the hub switches to what I want it to, I make sure all of my devices are off if I am not using them. Then when I turn a device on, the hub is not confused on what port to turn on. And I honestly have never used the remote. I tucked the hub behind everything as the lights were very bright. It is just within reach for me to get to the actual switch on the front of the hub should the hub not switch to the port I want it on. « Show Less
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I never used the switch. Mine works okay. You must have received a defective unit. Return or exchange it ASAP
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No, it's a splitter. You should get the switch. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B1V071E