Okay, so I don't know much about computers. I can sorta DRIVE one but that's about all.

I needed a multi-port USB dock(?) cause my Dell laptop only has two and I like to use off-board mouse and keypad. Then there's the printer. Then I have a Toshiba 250 GB harddrive backup to connect now and then. And the connectors are in the rear of the laptop, inconvenient to change plugs.

SO, a buddy gave me a macsense Mini Hub four to one. When I connect the Toshiba a note pops up and says the Toshiba is a high-speed device and the hub isn't. Hmmm. I would have THOUGHT the hub was just four paralled receptacles to one output plug, like a multi-port electric extension cord. ??

Thanks for your help, again. DixieflashHi Dixieflash,

This link may help you. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/835967Thanks, GH. From what I read, this Mini Hub is old school so I need to BUY a faster one. Any suggestions on brand, SUPPLIER? DixieflashMaybe the USB port on your system unit does not have high speed support.

If your Mini Hub is working PROPERLY, no need to buy. Thanks. DixieflahsIf you do buy a new hub, buy a powered hub so it will support more devices (they are not that much more expensive). Some of the unpowered hubs don't deliver enough power to some devices.