For Windows 8 or above, the OS may enumerate the Hub as "USB Storage Device" and be prompted to install a driver, please select “Run RTK_NIC_DRIVER_INSTALLER.sfx.exe ” manually. Most of the time, when you plug the hub into the USB 3.0 port of your computer, the driver will install automatically and the hub is ready to work. More data ports and fast synchronization: Convert one USB data port to four and synchronize data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps. On Win10/8/8.1 computer, type Troubleshoot in Windows Start Search box to start the hardware troubleshooter.

Industry Level Protection: Solid construction, built-in surge protection, and over-current protection along with industrial-grade 5mm hardened cable endure years of use On the hunt for a USB hub? We bought the top 11 models to test in a head-to-head showdown to see which are the best for various applications. These devices come in a vast array of designs and styles for all kinds of different purposes. Over the course of several weeks, we used each hub in the lab and at home to carefully inspect them for their ports and features, how well they travel, and their looks. In the end, we identified which models are the best overall, which is the best bargain, which is best for travel, and which are the best for specialized purposes. USB 3.0 ports support super speed(5Gbps) transmissions, are downward compatible w/USB 2.0/1.1 devices. In addition, a USB 3.0 charging port can help charge your iPhone, iPad or any other USB 3.0 devices while connecting to the 5V/4A adapter. Upstream connection (Type-A or Type-C?): USB hubs have multiple downstream ports to connect to your devices but only one upstream connector, which could be a port but is often a built-in wire that connects to your computer. Many laptops, including a lot of the best Ultrabooks, only have USB-C ports, so your hub's upstream connector would have to be Type-C.

Analysis and Test Results

On Win 7 computer, open Control Panel> Hardware and Sound> Configure a device to start the hardware troubleshooter. Compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS X (10.x or above), Linux and more. Enough length for you to arrange your cables

We also connected an Android phone to the ports and recorded how many volts and amps it received. The phone charging test was probably the most realistic as it showed what kind of volts and amps a real device would negotiate with the hub. The NIC driver has been integrated into the product; when the atolla Hub is connected to the computer, the driver will be installed automatically. Maximum Compatibility and Performance -This 11-Port multi-extension port USB hub 3.0 compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS X (10.x or above), Linux. Fully plug and play, no drivers required and supports hot swapping USB 3.0 4 ports super speed hub for computer/notebook. Drive free, supports Windows (XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10), Mac OSx(10.x and above), and Linux. For a stable connection, devices connected to a USB 3.0 hub with a power adapter must not exceed a combined current of 5 volts and 3.5 Ah. The external hard drive should use its own power connection.

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Similar to the Sabrent HB-U3CR, the Atolla delivered 1.2 amps at 4.8 volts on our power test and it charged our phone at 4.78 volts and 1.35 watts. The Atolla hub also offered similar performance to other hubs; we detected no slowdowns when copying files with our test SSD.