Does this device actually need to have the port selected when the machine boots? One review said it did... what is your experiance with that?
1275448
Actually it does not. Some older machines may need it for the mouse and keyboard but the newer ones seem to have no problems.
1882702
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.
1595175
No. The ports are labeled. Just to be sure it was working as I wanted, I tested the connections with a multi-meter before connecting real equipment. No issues, it worked as the terminal labels indicated it would.
678012
The port has come disconnected. Contact the vendor and either get a new one or your money back. Mine did this and the vendor wanted to play around but having Amazon back me helped them see the light.
2001724
You only can use one port at a time and do one thing at a time. Mine won't work at all but it wasn't designed to multi task.
1599895
No. Plug and play. Devices like these usually have a driver (if necessary) on board.
1924479
I have this configured up with multiple windows versions (including Win 8) as well as Linux versions and have not had any issues - device circuitry acts as pass thru - note that I used each slot for a separate o/s and use the power buttons to dictate which o/s will boot.
1154241
I checked the card. The port is not there. Again, you wouldn't want to anyhow.
937473
It only uses 1 port, but I opted to use a Logitech performance mouse and keyboard. For me, I desired a larger mouse and smaller keyboard. They work great!
322395
is the usb port running off a hub or directly to the computer? needs to connect directly to the computer
1867046
I just checked my e-manual and it appears to be possible, go to BIOS, go to boot devices, and set it for that. if you send me your email I'll send you a pdf of the manual.
938310
Yes Molly, that is why I purchased it as well. With some drives, you may have to have everything connected first before turning the device on.
2016036
That is a good question. Our port is always on and we haven't noticed any issues in either of our vehicles.
153034
Yes, the docking station has it's own Power Port, works beautifully. One recommendation, I have a couple of these stations and find that I still use the one that has a CD/DVD reader burner the most. Pay the extra get the CD/DVD upgrade. Good luck!
1353566
Yes it will boot to it. Just remember to set it as your boot drive in bios. You can also select it at boot up. Some motherboards it's the F12 key to choose which drive to boot from.
1539578
I'm not the seller, sorry. I'd suggest looking up some installation guides because it can be a little tricky I had to buy a powered USB hub when I got mine.
77305
I did not receive a power supply with my unit. I don't know that its needed. I have had my HDMI switcher for a year now and it always selects the active port. I have a Blue ray player, Kindle and laptop connected to it.