If I use this through a USB hub, does it need to be a powered hub?
1960925
This external HD comes with its own power plug, and it has only 2 inputs. One for the USB cable and the other for the Power cord. I am guessing it will only work with the power plug it came with.
972717
yes. It's a fairly high powered hub. Works best if plugged into a USB 3.0 port on a computer.
680715
The hub will NOT work with out power. I tried it out with one USB drive and it will not read the drive until AC is added to the unit.
443939
I have not attempted to use the hub w/o the power adapter, as I have nine USB components connected to it, including a webcam, two printers, two scanners, turntable, VCR, DVD drive, etc.
2038167
No. This device does not need external power. Direct plug and play ( like a thumb drive)
2248563
I know this isn't answering you question, but I don't know. I don't even use mine anymore because it wasn't so great. I recommend getting a Belkin USB hub.
678369
Yes it is. Assuming you don't run it from a USB hub as possibly won't have enough power then.
1091307
No external power required. Only needs a USB port with enough power. Most standard USB 3 ports should be adequate.
1977815
I would recommend a straight connection. However it does depend on what else is on the usb hub. if you have a hard drive or anything that requires more attention from the hub. I would recommend definitely not.
95049
Yes. The manual clearly states that external power is required at all times. USB 3.0 ports are supposed to provide up to 900 mA, each, so requiring an external power source for hubs is pretty much written in stone.Also, it is worth noting that older computer systems probably do not have USB 3.0 ports built into them. My own laptop is a 2011 ThinkPad, and I had to buy an adapter card to get the support.
329660
Not at all. These do all the work so your system doesn't have to. You do need a VERY good powered USB hub especially if using more than one.
2229084
It should act just as any other powered USB hub. Just make sure you have proper power supplied.
788738
Not in my opinion. You ned a Hub with electric power, because with the energy of the laptop only can connect 1 device , if you connect 2 devices and one of them is USB 3 , the device falls . I use 2 to 4 devices (Blu ray drive, Hard disk external) and they only work with a Hub with electric power. With this Satech Hub they don't work . Is a pitty because is very beautiful, but doesn't work , I'm sorry
903085
as long as the power supply for the hub has power, then yes. it doesn't even have to be plugged into a computer if you are just using it for charging.
95050
Yes it needs power. Be sure and push the on/off butting to turn it on. There will be a small blue light show up for each USB you may have plugged in. I haven't had any problems and love it. Very fast with USB 3.
1698085
Right. This is a powered hub that is only connected to the MBP or what ever other computer via thunderbolt. It doesn't send power for eh computer itself. Some USB devices such as the SuperDrive and some hard drives are not able to get enough power from the hub, and must be plugged in directly to the MBP.. Overall though I am thankful for this hub and it works very well.
462575
No. it does not allow access to HD through a hub. but a usb hub can power this device.