Question 1

Can this be plugged in to a USB 2.0 port and provide connectivity?  I know it wouldn't be 3.0 speeds, but if I have a 2.0 port in the back of my computer, can I still use this if it is plugged into it?

Accepted Answer

It worked fine when plugged into a USB 2.0 port (as it should in theory). This was not an extensive test.

Please only use this information as a direct answer to the question; not for any other purpose.

Question 2

Are there any mounting holes on the back, like a power strip would have? I'd like to mount it to the desk and not have it move around.

Accepted Answer

No, there are no mounting holes

Question 3

Do you NEED to plug in the external power adapter, or is that ONLY for charging?  ie if I'm traveling and only need the extra USB ports, but not the charging, can I plug this into my laptop without the power adapter and use it like the typical 4-port USB hubs?

Accepted Answer

I do not know. I have only used it with the AC adapter as that is why I bought it. I wanted to charge USB devices and at the same time to provide plenty of power to USB drives - both flash drives and external USB hard drives. If you want one for travel, and do not want or need an AC adpater for power, I would strongly advise you to look for a USB hub which has no AC Adapter.

Question 4

What is the output voltage and current of the power adpater?

Accepted Answer

The unit I have came with a power brick

Input: 110-240 volt AC at 1.5A max standard polarized household plug
Output: 12 volt DC at 5000mA barrel jack connector - positive at inside, negative at outside

power brick has a 10 inch input lead, and a 3 foot (or so) output lead (to the hub)

Question 5

Will this work with Windows 10?

Accepted Answer

Yep,

Using it now, my keyboard is plugged into it, I have 3 external drives plugged into it and everything is working fine.  I am running Windows 10, 64 bit.  I like the thing really well.

Question 6

I bought a similar device. I got rid of it for two reasons.

1. Every time I shut down, restarted or put my iMac to sleep, I had to remember to turn on the hub. It turned itself off, I had to manually turn it back on.

2. Related to (1): when the computer was shut down or put to sleep, my portable devices were NOT being charged.

My question: Does this device do either (1)( or (2)? Or, will it charge my iPad and my iPhone even with the iMac turned off?

Thanks for any help on this.

STEVE

Accepted Answer

The two charging ports will be active with the computer off, but the others for devices will shut down with the computer. They will activate again as soon as the computer starts up again. I love mine!

Question 7

How long is the USB cable?

Accepted Answer

The cable is roughly three feet in length. Slightly thick compared to a USB A-B cable. I have mine sitting on top of my tower near the front, plugs in middle height at the rear, and there's enough slack for a few small loops.

Question 8

Is the power brick dual voltage?  Will it work with 220 volt 50 hz power systems with the right power cable?

Accepted Answer

Jared, the unit I received is dual voltage.  On the back of the adapter the label reads: "Input 100-240V~50/60Hz 1.5A MAX"  The adapter uses a pretty standard 2 prong electrical cord that I am sure you can find adapters/other cords for.  I don't think that I can include a picture, otherwise I would.  Hope this helps.

Also, the model of the power adapter is: FJ-SW1205000D.  I can't really make out the manufacture name.

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