Paul Glover
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Does anyone use Fanatec gear plugged into a USB hub? If so can you link please.
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USB Hub? Fanatec gear
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I have ClubSport Wheelbase v2.5 and ClubSport Pedals v3 with an F1 2020 wheel. The pedals are connected to the wheelbase and that’s connected to a USB 3.0 hub. I’ve also got my wireless headphone receiver plugged into the same hub.
works a charm
Atolla USB Hub Powered, 4-Port... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07DPNYG8L?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
By the way, I haven't plugged this USB hub into a plug socket, I believe that's only required for the smart charging.
The USB hub is attached to my Simlab Rig using velcro. It's secure. Then I've three things plugged into the hub, and the hub is obviously attached to my PC.
I can individually turn off devices from the hub, which I do with the headset receiver as it always seems to take priority in windows when I don't want it to.
I bought a longer cable as I move my rig from a parked position when not in use to in front of my screen when I'm racing. Works a tread.
The USB hub is attached to my Simlab Rig using velcro. It's secure. Then I've three things plugged into the hub, and the hub is obviously attached to my PC.
I can individually turn off devices from the hub, which I do with the headset receiver as it always seems to take priority in windows when I don't want it to.
I bought a longer cable as I move my rig from a parked position when not in use to in front of my screen when I'm racing. Works a tread.
Paul Glover
I talk lots
Appreciate the response, Velcro is definitely on my list already. I recently used Velcro to attach a small switch under my desk and attach power strips to back of my tv stand. Useful stuff!
Had a thought power would not be needed, thanks for the confirmation though.
Paul Glover
I talk lots
It arrived today @Raysy - Will do some practice for an event tomorrow to try it out.
Kek700
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Had problems with usb hubs in the past, they usually work fine, but can cause problems with the load cells in pedals.
Maybe even with the wheel itself, but it is harder to spot a problem with a wheel, the resolution masks to some extent any problems there.
i now always use direct to the PC usb connections, only using a hub for less important things, like my rev lights, etc,etc.
Maybe even with the wheel itself, but it is harder to spot a problem with a wheel, the resolution masks to some extent any problems there.
i now always use direct to the PC usb connections, only using a hub for less important things, like my rev lights, etc,etc.
Durge Driven
DD
Like everything hardware there are huge gaps in quality, reliability and performance
Best hubs have better chipset then most motherboards
Other thing I like about hubs they take the weight off the USB slots on normal tower which makes them wear and get loose , some people tie leads all together for neatness and place even more weight on one or more slots
Another is power, using Motherboard USB they run max. voltage 24/7 which is why if you mistakenly put plug in wrong way it can be possible to blow equipment
Good chipset runs all devices at only the voltage needed and powers down all unused USB ports completely iE: you can't short out a device plugging it wrong way
Another is hubs with their own external power supply can stop hot-plug devices from possible corruption when disabling " write cache policy " like HDD that run off USB power only ( cheap externals )
I would not hesitate to recommend my hub over other methods especially if you don't want to make expensive motherboard USB slots become sloppy
www.orico.shop
Uses Via chipset protected against over-voltage, over-current, short-circuit, leakage current and overheating
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edit: another pro I neglect to mention
I have 2 PC everyday tower and gaming tower
On the AMD 3200G with onboard graphics I can still run GTL PnG GTR2
To swap all 14 leads ( mouses, KBs , headphones, controllers, tablet, HDD hub, other devices and charging between towers is a single USB lead
I run both monitors on both towers and do the same with hub switch. So I can have both PC running on either monitor without unplugging any of the 4 cables ...which you would have to do without hub
Best hubs have better chipset then most motherboards
Other thing I like about hubs they take the weight off the USB slots on normal tower which makes them wear and get loose , some people tie leads all together for neatness and place even more weight on one or more slots
Another is power, using Motherboard USB they run max. voltage 24/7 which is why if you mistakenly put plug in wrong way it can be possible to blow equipment
Good chipset runs all devices at only the voltage needed and powers down all unused USB ports completely iE: you can't short out a device plugging it wrong way
Another is hubs with their own external power supply can stop hot-plug devices from possible corruption when disabling " write cache policy " like HDD that run off USB power only ( cheap externals )
I would not hesitate to recommend my hub over other methods especially if you don't want to make expensive motherboard USB slots become sloppy
Orico 13 USB 3.0 HUB port with 12V power adapter
The Orico A3H13P2 is equipped with 2 additional USB charging ports for the charging of tablet, smartphone and / or other (mobile) 5v equipment.
Uses Via chipset protected against over-voltage, over-current, short-circuit, leakage current and overheating
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edit: another pro I neglect to mention
I have 2 PC everyday tower and gaming tower
On the AMD 3200G with onboard graphics I can still run GTL PnG GTR2
To swap all 14 leads ( mouses, KBs , headphones, controllers, tablet, HDD hub, other devices and charging between towers is a single USB lead
I run both monitors on both towers and do the same with hub switch. So I can have both PC running on either monitor without unplugging any of the 4 cables ...which you would have to do without hub
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Kek700
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I absolutely agree with all that you say, but I bought a 12v supply hub that worked fine, but for load cell applications it was a no no.
And hence did not trust the most important stuff to it.
But and this is a big but, it does largely come down to how you use your PC, for me it is 95% sim racing, and is never switched on for more than a couple of hours.
And hence did not trust the most important stuff to it.
But and this is a big but, it does largely come down to how you use your PC, for me it is 95% sim racing, and is never switched on for more than a couple of hours.
I have used the following products to support my USB needs. I have never had any using and have plugged just about everything into them.
BlueRigger USB Extension Cable
HooToo Powered USB HUB
BlueRigger USB Extension Cable
HooToo Powered USB HUB
Kek700
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I cannot give you an answer on the technical reasons but will re phase what happened to me.
Bought a good quality powered hub.
I have load cell brake and load cell accelerator pedals, they became very susceptible to noise especially the Accelerator pedal.
Put the usb connection into the PC, problem gone. Sounds easy but in reality took a while to find, mainly due to me never thinking it could be the hub.
So on that basis did the same for my steering wheel, just in case.
Bought a good quality powered hub.
I have load cell brake and load cell accelerator pedals, they became very susceptible to noise especially the Accelerator pedal.
Put the usb connection into the PC, problem gone. Sounds easy but in reality took a while to find, mainly due to me never thinking it could be the hub.
So on that basis did the same for my steering wheel, just in case.
Keeping everything tidy is exactly why I use a hub, and so far (fingers crossed) I've not had an issue.
I share my PC and monitor with my work at the moment and therefore move it from the side to in front of the screen for racing. Having casters on the P1-X and having only a single cable to the the PC and 1 for power make the whole process simple and keeps it all clean.
Sorry about the cat, she was not moving...
I share my PC and monitor with my work at the moment and therefore move it from the side to in front of the screen for racing. Having casters on the P1-X and having only a single cable to the the PC and 1 for power make the whole process simple and keeps it all clean.
Sorry about the cat, she was not moving...
