[PLUG] Powered USB-A hub

[Rich Shepard]

On Tue, 17 Jan 2023, Ben Koenig wrote:

> Whoops, no AR/VR is Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. As in VR
> headsets. I've seen a lot of motherboards brag about USB ports that are
> dedicated to that purpose which just means that it's a more robust
> implementation.

Ben,

Oh. I've always found reality to be ideal, just as it is.

> I looked up your mobo and it looks like it has that setup. On the back of
> the PRIME X470-PRO there is a single USB Type A connector right next to a
> USB-C connector. This is actually a single port, and you should treat it
> as such. If you plug your HUB into one of those ports and leave the other
> empty then it probably won't get cranky when other stuff is happening. You
> can even get a USB-C compatible hub to minimize RF interference!

I'm not sure if I'm using that USB-A port, but can replace it if so. I know
there's nothing in the USB-C port.

I'm checking with Sabrent to see what they recommend.

> Also, logitech webcams don't count as video recording so as long as you
> keep it simple you should be fine. It's not like you are pulling down
> 1080p frames at 30fps in a lossless format.

Nah. The videos are posted on my YouTube business channel and I use the
webcam for jitsi and similar on-line meetings.

Thanks,

Rich