Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Reliable (4)
  • Durable (3)
  • Highly compatible (3)
  • Small (3)
  • Strong connection points (3)
  • Easily expanded (2)
  • Easy setup (2)
  • Fast (2)
  • Improves performance (2)
  • Good value (1)
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Cons

  • Flimsy (2)
  • Incompatible (1)
  • Limited by bus power (1)
  • Placement of the 4th port (1)
  • Tight spacing on one side (1)

Best Uses

  • Computer equipment (4)
  • Desktop (3)
  • Home (2)
  • High-end equipment (1)
  • Netbook (1)
  • Networking (1)
 
 
 

Provided by RadioShack

Slim, compact 4-port USB hub for the user on-the-go.

Specification Description
Model Hub520
#per pack 1
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Retractable cable, slim compact sizeAdds 4 extra USB ports to your computerBus powered, no AC adapter requiredSuppo
Capacity UOM mAh
Compatible Platforms Windows, Mac
Country Of Origin China
Description Header More ports for the storm!
Display Catalog Number 26-321
Included in the Box Gigaware® 4-Port Retractable USB Hub
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Model Hub520
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Type Hubs
Supported Languages English

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Last update: Sep 12, 2009

Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub Reviews

 
 
 

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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Wonderfully helpful!

"I have a netbook with 3 usb ports. I use a mouse(1), and I have an external drive (2). If I want to add anything else, this lets me do it. I love the fact that it is small and portable, as well...." Read Full Review »

Sep 12, 2009 by Chris

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★★★☆☆
3.0
its ok. no drivers for windows 2000

"retracting cable likes to retract at random times. short cable is not shielded, had problems with one of my usb devices because of this. nice physical design but is somewhat cheap. also, i have a dual boot computer with xp and 2000 pro, and there is no driver download anywhere for this hub, only a manual...." Read Full Review »

Apr 06, 2008 by Rob

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Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub Review

its ok. no drivers for windows 2000

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Strong Connection Points

    Cons

  • Flimsy Construction

    Best Uses

  • Computer Equipment
 

"retracting cable likes to retract at random times. short cable is not shielded, had problems with one of my usb devices because of this. nice physical design but is somewhat cheap. also, i have a dual boot computer with xp and 2000 pro, and there is no driver download anywhere for this hub, only …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Apr 6 2008
Rob
northern virginia
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Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub Review

Wonderfully helpful!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easily Expanded
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Fast
  • Reliable
  • Small

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Desktop
  • Home
  • Netbook
 

"I have a netbook with 3 usb ports. I use a mouse(1), and I have an external drive (2). If I want to add anything else, this lets me do it. I love the fact that it is small and portable, as well. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 12 2009
Chris
Omaha, NE
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Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub Review

Great little hub

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable construction
  • Highly Compatible
  • Improves Performance
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • placement of the 4th port

    Best Uses

  • Computer Equipment
 

"This hub is perfect for my cramped office. It's small, light, and easy to take almost anywhere. The only thing i have a problem with is that one of the ports is placed on the back of the thing. WHY?!?! other than that, it's perfect for the traveler and best of all, there's no ac adapter. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 1 2008
j-records inc.
Rochester, NY
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Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub Review

Works Fine.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Good Value

    Cons

  • Limited by bus power
  • Tight Spacing on one side

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Not bad for a bus powered USB hub. It won't handle high power needs, like an external hard drive and an iPod, or charging a BlackBerry. But I'm using it now with 2 thumb drives, charging/syncing iPhone, and charging/syncing iPod 5G. It's holding up like a champ. The spacing on the 3 port side is …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 13 2009
Dave
NJ
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Gigaware 4-Port Retractable USB Hub Review

It's alright but.......

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Small

    Cons

  • Flimsy Construction

    Best Uses

  • Desktop
 

"I used this product on my laptop...It is great but it turns and moves when you move, it won't retract back in once out and it ended up tearing up..The cords just broke apart because the wire isn't protected very well. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 25 2008
heavensent0826
hephzibah,GA
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