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I intend to add a separate keyboard to my Toshiba Tecra A1 LAPTOP. I have a GE brand USB 2.0 hub (because my laptop does not have enough USB ports for my needs).

I hooked up 2 USB cables to the USB hub and after a couple of hours I noticed it was extremely hot to the touch. I removed it immediately from the laptop. (I had used same Hub a few months ago and worked FINE.) Any ideas? Discard and buy a new one? Try again?

Newbie here. Just do not want to destroy my COMPUTER! Thanks so much!
What is extremely hot for you?

CPU heatsink hot?
PSU casing hot?

Is this USB hub powered by an external power supply?1. Hot to the touch.  Did not BURN my fingers but close.

2. Yes.  It is plugged into a surge protector/outlet. Quote

1. Hot to the touch.  Did not burn my fingers but close.
 
2. Yes.  It is plugged into a surge protector/outlet.


You should E-mail the manufacturer and see what they can tell you about maximum and optimal working temperatures.

I would assume that it is normal for electrical devices to become very warm.

Is the adaptor outside or INSIDE the hub?Does the hub work........you may have to have it plugged in to the adapter to charge it up!


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