May 16, 2008

Belkin USB 7 Port Hub

Wireless USB - Belkin USB 7 Port Hub

If you own a computer which is more than two years old, you may find that the PC only has four USB ports. The Belkin USB 7 port hub is a wonderful device that gives you additional ports without having to overload your PC with numerous cables.

For example, two years ago Windows XP was replaced with Windows Vista operating system. Depending upon the type of PC you purchased, it may have up to six ports. This is standard in older computers. However, let’s assume you wanted to add a camera, scanner, upload pictures with a digital camera (which requires a USB port), or other peripherals – and you’ve run out of USB ports. Having a Belkin port hub is ideal, since it is compact and is attached to one port on the back of your PC. All peripherals are then connected to each port on the hub.

Newer computers have ports on the front of the PC and the back. Rather than 7 different cables running from the back and front of the PC to your power surge outlet, the Belkin gives you the flexibility to use it as the sole hub for all peripherals including your printer, mouse, keyboard, external hard drive, or iPod. Plug the Belkin cable into one of the PC ports and connect each USB cable into the hub.

The features of the Belkin USB 7 Port Hub include:

Adds up to 7 USB devices to your computer
Features 2 top-load USB ports for quick access
Includes an internal weight and stay-put pads to keep Hub anchored to the desk
Requires no external power supply (for most devices)
Prevents damage to your computer and devices with over-current protection
Model: F5U307-WHT
Hardware Platform: PC
Connectivity Technology: Wired
Data Link Protocol: Hi-Speed USB
Network Data Transfer Rate: 480 Megabits Per Second
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty

The benefit of having a Belkin USB 7 port hub is that it not only organizes the cables attached, but is easy to use and can be placed on top of your computer desk or on a shelf within the desk itself. There is no need to move the PC to find port space, but with the Belkin having two top load ports, offers quicker access.

In addition, the Belkin has a light for every port. When you turn on the PC, all of the ports that are being used light up. However, if one of the lights does not go on or goes out while you are online, you can quickly determine which peripheral is not working.

The Belkin USB 7 port hub is a must have for PC users who not only have a number of external peripherals that require connection via USB port, but keeps the number of cables used down to a minimum.