Over-current detection and protection
1 upstream and 2 downstream USB ports included
Plug-and-Play function
Bus-power mode used
Connects up to 127 USB Devices
This review is from: GWC HU2024 USB 2.0 2-Port HubIf you just want an extra port on your laptop or desktop without the clutter and bulk of typical USB hubs, this little guy is the perfect answer.
It is exactly as the picture shows, compact with a 12" cord and works perfectly with my 2 flash drives attached and running on Windows 7.
I tried 2 other name brand hubs, one too bulky, the other too flimsy. This hub, by GWC, is the ideal answer.
By the way, it also comes in a 4 port version....
This review is from: GWC HU2024 USB 2.0 2-Port Hubdoes what most will want it to, add a new port. it did that, and i am content with its performance. however, i thought all should know that this will not match output of two separate ports on a pc. for instance, i have a usb port on my keyboard that isnt powerful enough for external drives on its own, where as connecting directly to a port on my pc is powerful enough alone. this device will not have each of the two ports match the output on your pc directly, it divides the output in half for each port. so if you need a whole direct-to-pc port to power something, this device will not work for you. but you can always free up direct ports by using this device for things that consume less energy, like your mouse n keyboard....
This review is from: GWC HU2024 USB 2.0 2-Port HubI am doing a project that requires integrating a USB hub. Because of that, I bought several small USB hubs (which I will remove the connectors from) to see which I liked the best. The first thing I did was do a quick functionality check. All worked. Then I cracked open the cases (see photos listed as "customer photos" for this listing...I posted photos to the respective listings for all 3). Here are my reviews for all 3 items so you can compare:
[...]GWC 2 port - [...] RECOMMENDED![...]
GWC HU2024 USB 2.0 2-Port Hub
Personally, this is my favorite.
One problem that's immediately apparent however is that the connector with two ports stacked on top will not always work for 2 devices however. Some manufacturer's insist on putting ungodly connector jackets on their USB cables which would prevent the other port from being used. (Think the giant wall worts that cover up both outlets). However, for my particular project I like the compactness of it.
It is machine assembled with very nice, tight compact design on a multi-layer board utilizing proper soldering and parts placement. The processor is an NEC 720114. I think it might be an obsolete part, but it's at least a proper one to use with low power consumption and certified USB 2.0 performance (datasheet available online). Driver installation for all current version of Windows (and Mac so it claims).
Cable is properly terminated and shielded. It appears (but I'm not 100% sure) that the board may even be conformally coated on the back to protect it. If so this is a very pleasant surprise.
Case was very difficult to pry open (had to actually damage the case to get it open...that's not a bad thing since most people don't want the case to crack off. No wasted space for LEDs either which I approve of...either it works or it doesn't. I don't need an LED to tell me I'm plugged in, thank you.
It also has overcurrent protection. If any port exceeds current it'll shut that port down and protect your computer and devices. For my personal use that's a downside, but for most people, enjoy it and be happy since it's generally a good thing.
Overall, I like it.
[...]Fuse 2 PORT- [...] - NOT RECOMMENDED!!![...]
Fuse Powerslice 06774 2-Port USB Hub
This one was probably the smallest if you are okay with side mounted connectors. It also has the shortest cable. Easiest to open eco-friendly packaging. Then I went to open the plastic case...it popped open with just a small tug, minimal pressure and doing so broke a tab. Inside though is where the truth is revealed.
First, it's a one sided board. This means that the traces for the circuitry are all on one side. You cannot see the IC as it's under one of those protective black gobs they put on things never meant to be seen again, but it obviously has very few traces coming out. This may indicate a very simplified IC (other solutions use proper processors which need quite a few external components and have a good 40 traces). Alternatively, it could be an okay processor with the multiple components under the black dot which would be acceptable. However, the use of a single layer board and the otherwise shoddy construction do not make me hold out much hope. It would be interesting to speed test this unit. I have my doubts that it can perform as the others given this. Considering my computer didn't register a new device when this was plugged in (as it does with other USB things) I have a bad feeling they may just be doing some sort of alternating between the two ports and treating this like a pass through. (Can't prove it though)
Now, taking a look at the side of the board and what components and connections you can see, it's IMMEDIATELy apparent that it's a really, really sloppy hand soldering job. Solder is crazed, not smooth and shiny, big gobs in places, holes not completely filled, jumpers made out of little wire bits (which is how they get around having a 1 layer board). This was not done by a trained technician. Many of the connections would be completely unacceptable for anyone with any form of certification. Lots of flux and glue mess too...no one bothered to properly clean the board after assembly. This is a hand solder job and a bad one. I don't mean to criticize the poorly paid labor of some 5 year old in China, but cripes! It's amazing it works at all and makes me hope they test all out of the factory, because if not, expect failure rate right out of the box to be high.
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