ross549 Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 OK, For some reason, I seem to have issues with USB hubs. The last one I had was a Belkin 7-port model that seemed to overheat after a year of moderate use. My MacBook Air has USB 3.0 on it, and I want to maximize on that capability. I am also willing to pay a bit more for a high quality hub. I will have a variety of devices hooked up to this hub. - USB mixer that is the primary audio for the Mac - Secondary USB audio device. Used for Skype, etc. (Need two devices to record and talk at the same time.) - HP Printer/Scanner Here are the things I am looking for in a hub: - USB 3.0 on all ports - Most of the ports on the rear. One or two on the front is fine. - Ports aligned vertically, if possible - Indicator lights! Ideally, device present and activity indicators - Plenty of Amps to power things and charge my iPad Does anyone know of anything off the top of their heads? Adam This one looks good- http://www.amazon.com/Oct-2012-Upgraded-Version-Compatible/dp/B006TT91TW/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1357411330&sr=8-13&keywords=usb+hub Except all the ports are in the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 This is the Hub I have...... http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-High-Speed-USB-2-0-7-Port/dp/B000ESN9GA/ref=sr_1_57?ie=UTF8&qid=1357419422&sr=8-57&keywords=usb+hub Got super hot and eventually stopped working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 This one might be a bit overkill.... http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Industrial-SuperSpeed-Mountable-ST7300USBM/dp/B009AT5T1W/ref=sr_1_89?ie=UTF8&qid=1357419992&sr=8-89&keywords=usb+hub+3.0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 This one is looking nice.... http://www.amazon.com/Orico-adapter-Backward-Compatible-Aluminum/dp/B009NESU4M/ref=sr_1_124?ie=UTF8&qid=1357420173&sr=8-124&keywords=usb+hub+3.0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 Good reviews.... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009Z9M3DY/ref=ox_ya_os_product Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goretsky Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Hello, I would be inclined to go with one of the industrial models for their (hopeful) longevity. Regards, Aryeh Goretsky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LilBambi Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I had a Rosewill one that did the same thing after about a year Adam. I really like that last one you posted: [5V 2A Charging Port for iPad, iPhone] Anker® Uspeed USB 3.0 7 Port Hub + 1 Charging Port, with 12V 4A Power Adapter and 4ft USB 3.0 Cable, Backward Compatible with USB 2.0, VIA VL812 Chipset, 18 Months Warranty Even comes with an 18 month warranty. Maybe that means it will last little more than a year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LilBambi Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 This one gets 5/5 Star Rating: Plugable 7 Port USB 3.0 Hub with 4A Power Adapter (VIA VL812 Chipset - USB 2.0 compatible) I think I would get this one if I had the extra $49.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted February 2, 2013 Author Share Posted February 2, 2013 This one gets 5/5 Star Rating: Plugable 7 Port USB 3.0 Hub with 4A Power Adapter (VIA VL812 Chipset - USB 2.0 compatible) I think I would get this one if I had the extra $49.99 According to the Amazon description, this is not recommended for Apple products. I am liking this one best.... http://www.amazon.co...x_ya_os_product Click on the ten port white version. The description states it is compatible with USB 3 on Macs, as long as an up to date OSX is present. Manufacturer page: http://www.ianker.com/product/68UPHUB-S10U * Mac OS X Lion 10.7.4 users may experience unstable connections due to microchip incompatibility. Where possible, we recommend upgrading your OS X to Mountain Lion 10.8.2 or later. And a decent price..... Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LilBambi Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I am liking that new one you just posted in chat, Adam! Powered USB 3.0 and a slew of ports and well built. Added it to my wishlist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therock247uk Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 hehe me to!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted February 2, 2013 Author Share Posted February 2, 2013 I went ahead and ordered it! Almost 50% off...... Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LilBambi Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Nice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therock247uk Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 nice one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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