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Jan 10, 2009, 02:22 PM
 
am running a bunch of usb things with my new macbook (see? see what happens when they remove firewire? )

i already have 4 things: flash drive or camera, ipod touch, 2 external drives. so..

i want to get a (ac-powered) 7-port hub; any recommendations? all about the same? or anyone think they have a really good one?

thanx..!
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Jan 10, 2009, 02:37 PM
 
Belkin Hi-Speed USB 2.0 7 Port Hub

5 ports on the back and 2 on top that you can use for your Flash drives or things you dont have plugged in all the time!!
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Jan 10, 2009, 02:52 PM
 
Originally Posted by richwig83 View Post
Belkin Hi-Speed USB 2.0 7 Port Hub

5 ports on the back and 2 on top that you can use for your Flash drives or things you dont have plugged in all the time!!
that looks good (altho i keep it tucked behind a desk, and have a usb extension cord nearby to plug my camera or flashdrive in...)

any other recommendations?
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Jan 10, 2009, 05:19 PM
 
D-Link DUB-H7, about $30 less $10 MIR.
     
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Jan 11, 2009, 12:20 AM
 
You can get a powered 7-port USB 2.0 for US$15

Or a powered 13-port USB 2.0 for US$40

Finally, you can step up to the 4-port USB 2.0 Self Destruct Button hub for US$50


It might not be powered (not sure), but who cares?
     
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Jan 11, 2009, 04:52 AM
 
Kensington DomeHub

I've had this HUB for about 3 years now. Everything about it makes sense.
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Jan 11, 2009, 09:37 AM
 
Originally Posted by reader50 View Post
You can get a powered 7-port USB 2.0 for US$15

Or a powered 13-port USB 2.0 for US$40

Finally, you can step up to the 4-port USB 2.0 Self Destruct Button hub for US$50


It might not be powered (not sure), but who cares?
13 ports? great finds overall...btw, my macbook already has a self-destruct button...
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