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    Wireless USB Hub

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by TravisBean, Sep 2, 2008.

  1. TravisBean

    TravisBean Notebook Evangelist

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    For $40 more I can order a Lenovo T61 with built in Wireless USB Hub capabilities, I googled "Wireless USB Hub" and saw some less than favourable reviews. Anybody have any direct experience with this technology??
     
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    Well I just looked at some of the newer models, and they no longer even offer this option--perhapes I have answered my own question.
     
    TravisBean, Sep 2, 2008
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    It seems a bit odd really, because you'll need another interface to establish a wireless connection between the motherboard the USB hub, making the USB ports a lot less reliable. Furthermore, it's likely to affect transfer rates as well.
     
    Lil Mayz, Sep 2, 2008
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