The Plugable web site states that it can charge with Host Off. Does that mean that this can act as a standalone USB charger without computer?
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I'm not sure on that. We use it hooked up to our computer so not sure if it can be used as a standalone USB charger or not. Sorry.
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I don't think so. I tried plugging my iPhone (5) into a port with the computer off. It did not charge. I tried unplugging the computer completely, and the iPhone still did not charge.
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MANUFACTURER ANSWER: No, many devices will not charge with host off. USB charging behavior is nonstandardized and device dependent -- some devices look for "their charger" via special signals that are not consistent from device to device. Some devices try to charge in all cases. There's no way to know without looking up your particular devices (e.g. 1st gen iPad has different behavior from 4th gen iPad, etc.). For all the details and test results we have for this particular model, see the charging FAQ at http://plugable.com/products/usb3-hub81x4#faq Thanks for asking!
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The hub's charging capabilities are independent of the computer. I have numerous devices charging at the same time via the hub, not through the computer, even though they both are connected.
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No it is not a portable charger it's a car charger Bob check out www.FreeWireless.biz and learn how to ditch your bill
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This cable is capable of charging the tablet, while the USB port is in use. The catch is the tablet won't allow it, unless you root the tablet and install a kernel modified to allow charging while in host mode.
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There is a USB cable included, which will charge it off of your computer. There is not a wall charger, but you can get one by reviewing the product on Amazon and sending the link to the vendor.
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Just like you would charge any other electronic device. But it doesn't come with a wall plug adapter. But if you have a regular smart phone wall plug, that should work or use the cord it comes with and charge either it with that via computer or get a wall usb adapter.
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Definitely no! Without power it's totally dead - like a stone! You must connect it to power and then you can expect it to work - if there is no anything other wrong. If you don't want to use power, you can check another model - http://www.amazon.com/Anker%C2%AE-4-Port-Portable-Aluminum-2-Foot/dp/B00IJ331WY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1416424283&sr=8-2&keywords=anker+usb+3.0+hub. It has only 4 ports and cannot charge devices, but it's more compact and doesn't power connection at all.
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No, It doesn't come with a charger you can charge it by connecting the usb cable to a PC
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Yes it comes with a USB cable that one can charge it using any computer. However, if you want to charge it without a computer, you will have to purchase a wall charger. I have been using an Apple wall charger and it works great.
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Yes the included cable lets you charge directly without the need of the USB adaptor. The USB adaptor only needs to be used with other cables such as the lightning cable or 30 pin from Apple products
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Yes, it can ve used independently and can be recharged from a USB port.The docking station works only when connected to a USB port.
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Hi there, I got one couple of months ago and i am quite satisfied. To be honest i did not attempted to use it without FireWire cable but the point is this device is provided by a power supplier in the box which means it can work as a stand alone device without computer. I guess there should be no problem for what you wanna do. All the best
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Yes. You can charge it from a computer using the USB connection, or charge it from an outlet if you also have a USB plug adapter.
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No, it doesn't have to be charged via a computer. You can charge it via a wall outlet just as you would charge your cellular device. Just plug the provided cord into the charging decvice and then into an actual wall charger.
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No, it just comes with a USB connector so you can charge it from your computer.
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The plug is a little hard to plug in but yes, it can charge without an adapter. The adapter is more for iPhone docks. Hope this helps!
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It does not require the use of the AC adapter, it will work without the AC adapter being plugged in. It will only work, however, as good as any non-powered USB hub, meaning, there would be a limit to the amount of power that can be used by the devices connected, some devices will require the additional power, that is the advantage of the additional AC Power source.