RSHTECH USB Hub Powered 7 Port USB 3.0 Data Hub Aluminum USB Extension Splitter with Individual On/Off Switch Universal AC to DC 5V Power Adapter (RSH-518)

The media could not be loaded. I purchased this hub to upgrade from a 4 port passive hub as I quickly needed more and more USB ports. This device has been a great addition to my setup allowing me to connect up to 7 devices at once, with a small toggable button beside each port to stop any data being transmitted between the hub and the computer. This is especially good for those with privacy concerns as now you have a physical confirmation that a camera is disconnected and not transmitting any data. The status lights also flash for when data is being transmitted which is also a good sign that the device is connected and working.Being a powered hub, this allows to charge devices a lot more faster than a passive hub and it reduces the strain on the USB port on your computer or device as it doesn't need to send so much power. Windows sometimes had issues detecting devices though a passive hub in some conditions to what I assume it being a power problem as the RGB lighting on my keyboard would flash sometimes or even be unresponsiveThe device itself is made from a decent material it's not a super cheap plasticity feeling device and it does have a little bit of weight to it, with soft, yet tactile buttons with a satisfying little click when it's fully pressed, the USB cable that connects the hub to the computer is a really thick cable with a decent length. This has allowed me to put the hub on the wall behind the desk and just have the "1 wire to rule them all" approach.Overall, I believe If you're someone who seems to always be running out of ports for Thier peripherals or even just want to clean the spaghetti junction of wires and move them away from the actual computer I highly recommend this product to you. It's a great price and I feel it will last for a long time.

This hub was pretty much perfect for my use case. I can just leave it next to my keyboard with the cables going to the back of my desk, leave a bunch of dongles plugged in, and just press a button to switch them in and out as needed or reset them. The included USB cable and power supply also both work great. The USB cable is a bit thick, but seems high quality, and is proper USB 3.

I picked this thing up because I had a Hori arcade stick that wouldn't work with a USB extension cable. I assumed the issue was lack of power, so I got this since it has its own supply for charging.Here's the most important point- if, like me, you only need this to connect things like controllers, you don't need the power adaptor. Mine's still in the box, and the hub will happily run a Razer Wolverine and the Hori with no problem. (I suppose YMMV depending on the spec of the USB port you plug the hub into)That aside, this isn't the most attractive device ever, and for my money the included cable, which has a non-standard end that connects to the hub, could be a bit longer. It also has no mounting hardware, just sitting on four little rubber screw covers, one of which is missing from my unit. Without adding some sort of bracket, you can't mount it to a desk or wall, and since it's quite light and USB cables tend to be a bit hefty, it's unlikely to sit flat. Mine's currently held down with blu-tack, double-sided tape might be a cleaner option. The buttons to control each port feel a bit cheap, but they work, and they sit up when off so you can tell by touch which ones are on. When the PC is on, activated sockets also have a little blue LED which is bright enough to see without messing with your colour scheme too badly.I've not tested this as a device charger, so I'd recommend other reviews if that's what you want it for. But as a useful way to move your ports, add more ports, and allow you to switch off unneeded devices, it's very decent.

Having used RSTech hubs in the past and found them to be well made and reliable, I had high expectations for this 7 Port USB 3.0 Hub and I wasn't disappointed.First impressions were very good. This is available from Amazon - I don't think I shop anywhere else these days so availability on this platform is important - and at a good price.The packaging is mainly recyclable which is really imnportant - just a couple of plastic slips for the unit and mains adapter - and is neat and attractive.This is a great example of "you get what you pay for" and for around £30 on a deal at Amazon, the unit is really well made with nice lines, a mirror-shine top and metallic trim. RSTech have gone for a less angular approach to this unit that ones I have owned in the past and it's an improvement - neat and functional. And it feels strong and well made.This version has touch on/off buttons for each port, which is great, plus really bright LED indicator lights for when a port is on - something I have found to be a bit lacking in older models.The addition of a 14 mode RGB light strip around the edge of the base of the unit doesn't add to the functionality (although it makes it easy to find in a dark room perhaps!) but it certainly adds to the fun and aesthetic of this hub - I like this feature.In use, it does exactly what it is meant to do; be a good quality USB hub, efficiently and competently. As this is a new unit, I don't know how long it will last for, but if my other RSTech hubs are anything to go by, it will be a very long time - I have confidence in this brand's build quality.There are a couple of improvements I think RS Tech could still make to this and other similar units.Although reassuringly weighty, the USB and 5v adapter wires are stronger can tend to "steer" the hub where I don't want it to go either on my desk or on top of my computer meaning that it slides around a little. The addition of some self adhesive hook & loop tape as a fixing option would be a nice touch.The other change I would make is in the plug type (UK). This unit has one of those plugs that seems to be upside down and too big, so if it is being used with a block adapter in the wall it is quite tricky to get it to fit - a much smaller plug would be welcome.On balance though, these minor downsides are made up for several times over by the quality and utility of this hub - it has already become a very welcome addition to my computer setup. I have a lot of peripherals that plug into this hub - drawing tablet, Streamdeck, extra tablet (as a second screen), wireless mouse and keyboard, a card reader and an external hard drive - all work flawlessly through it - I am a happy customer.