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    Mini-USB Port Splitter

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by KiethHoyt, Dec 1, 2014.

  1. KiethHoyt

    KiethHoyt Newbie

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    I have an ASUS Vivotab that only comes with one micro-usb input. I already have a bluetooth keyboard to go with it, but I want to get a wired mouse for my own reasons. I was wondering if I can get a mirro-usb splitter to plug in the mouse and the charger at the same time, or would that cause some sort of weird one-way issue?

    I am asking this first before I purchase one so I do not waste my money.
     
    Last edited: Dec 22, 2014
    KiethHoyt, Dec 1, 2014
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  2. alexhawker

    alexhawker Spent Gladiator

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    Are you sure that input isn't just for charging?


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    alexhawker, Dec 1, 2014
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  3. KiethHoyt

    KiethHoyt Newbie

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    Very sure. I hooked a mouse up through it via a micro-usb to usb 2.0 converter and it worked. I also used an external hard drive for some file transfers. Truthfully, after looking online for more information I guess it would be best just to get a low priced Bluetooth mouse.
     
    KiethHoyt, Dec 2, 2014
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  4. lemmywinks

    lemmywinks Notebook Consultant

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    You can get them, I have one I bought for my old Android tablet. Is this what you're looking for?
    Micro USB Host OTG Cable & USB power Charge for Samsung i9100 i9300 i9220 N7100 | eBay

    Seem to remember mine being a bit cheaper than that though. If you're in the UK I can send you mine for free as I don't need it any more, if not I would search for "micro USB charge OTG" as that might bring up something suitable.

    EDIT: I seem to remember seeing them with more than one OTG port too so you could connect more USB devices while charging.
     
    lemmywinks, Dec 11, 2014
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  5. KiethHoyt

    KiethHoyt Newbie

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    Thank you very much. Unfortunately, I am not in the UK, but I did look more into this. It seems that the port will not allow charging and accessory use at the same time. Since this is the issue I just asked my wife for a bluetooth mouse that can be recharged. I did look into some of the micro USB chargers like you showed and found some awesome one for cheap... but from China. Not saying they don't make great things, but I am weary about something that is awesome and is only 2 bucks.
     
    KiethHoyt, Dec 22, 2014
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  6. lemmywinks

    lemmywinks Notebook Consultant

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    I'm pretty sure the one I had charged my old Android tablet while charging, that's the whole point of it! But yeah you will probably find bluetooth to be the better option, having to plug cables in on a mobile device can get annoying.

    I have a clip on bluetooth keyboard and mouse for my Win 8.1 tab and it's really handy, much more convenient than USB hubs, OTG adapters and cables.
     
    lemmywinks, Dec 23, 2014
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