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    Wireless USB Hub?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by ic3, Aug 27, 2008.

  1. ic3

    ic3 Notebook Guru

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    OK well i heard some people talking about this so my question is there a usb hub that is wireless so say im sitting on my bed i can access these usb devices plug into an power adapter while the usb hub is on the desk anyone heard of anything like this?
     
    ic3, Aug 27, 2008
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  2. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    Yes it does exist but it is said that your notebook must (for now) support it nativly. It is also new and buggy. It has poor transfer rates, lag, power issues etc.
     
    X2P, Aug 27, 2008
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  3. ic3

    ic3 Notebook Guru

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    I was looking at this one

    http://www.dlink.com/products/?model=DUB-9240

    Do you think that would work with my laptop also how would i stop neighbors and such from stealing from my thumb drives and external hd if i have it connected
     
    ic3, Aug 27, 2008
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  4. paper_wastage

    paper_wastage Beat this 7x7x7 Cube

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    i'm sure it has a handshaking protocol....
    otherwise ur neighbors could also see ur wireless mouse/keyboard and find ur cc numbers too.... <--- actually, anyone can build a receiver to track ur keyboard keystrokes if you like.... thats why i dont really like wireless keyboards...

    i woudln't use the WUSB technology anytime soon... expenseive, buggy, slow, not worth the cost...
     
    paper_wastage, Aug 27, 2008
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  5. Crimson Roses

    Crimson Roses Notebook Evangelist

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    I agree, just get a longer cord. You'll save yourself a lot money, and a lot of headaches.
     
    Crimson Roses, Aug 27, 2008
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