RSHTECH USB Hub Powered 7 Port USB 3.0 Data Hub Aluminum USB Extension Splitter with Individual On/Off Switch Universal AC to DC 5V Power Adapter (RSH-518)

Having used RSTech hubs in the past and found them to be well made and reliable, I had high expectations for this 7 Port USB 3.0 Hub and I wasn't disappointed.First impressions were very good. This is available from Amazon - I don't think I shop anywhere else these days so availability on this platform is important - and at a good price.The packaging is mainly recyclable which is really imnportant - just a couple of plastic slips for the unit and mains adapter - and is neat and attractive.This is a great example of "you get what you pay for" and for around £30 on a deal at Amazon, the unit is really well made with nice lines, a mirror-shine top and metallic trim. RSTech have gone for a less angular approach to this unit that ones I have owned in the past and it's an improvement - neat and functional. And it feels strong and well made.This version has touch on/off buttons for each port, which is great, plus really bright LED indicator lights for when a port is on - something I have found to be a bit lacking in older models.The addition of a 14 mode RGB light strip around the edge of the base of the unit doesn't add to the functionality (although it makes it easy to find in a dark room perhaps!) but it certainly adds to the fun and aesthetic of this hub - I like this feature.In use, it does exactly what it is meant to do; be a good quality USB hub, efficiently and competently. As this is a new unit, I don't know how long it will last for, but if my other RSTech hubs are anything to go by, it will be a very long time - I have confidence in this brand's build quality.There are a couple of improvements I think RS Tech could still make to this and other similar units.Although reassuringly weighty, the USB and 5v adapter wires are stronger can tend to "steer" the hub where I don't want it to go either on my desk or on top of my computer meaning that it slides around a little. The addition of some self adhesive hook & loop tape as a fixing option would be a nice touch.The other change I would make is in the plug type (UK). This unit has one of those plugs that seems to be upside down and too big, so if it is being used with a block adapter in the wall it is quite tricky to get it to fit - a much smaller plug would be welcome.On balance though, these minor downsides are made up for several times over by the quality and utility of this hub - it has already become a very welcome addition to my computer setup. I have a lot of peripherals that plug into this hub - drawing tablet, Streamdeck, extra tablet (as a second screen), wireless mouse and keyboard, a card reader and an external hard drive - all work flawlessly through it - I am a happy customer.

This USB hub works exactly as it should. It is sturdily made, with a metal case and good, solid sockets. Since the sockets are switched, it's easy to leave HDDs or other hardware unconnected when not needed, rather than unplugging them as would be otherwise necessary. (I have three HDDs and if they were all connected all the time, startup and shutdown would be slowed.) The indicator lights next to the switches for each socket are fairly dim, but visible, and when data transfer is in progress, the light flickers, which is a plus. Data transfer is quick and clean. While recently copying nearly 100Gb of video from one hard drive (not SSD) to another, the transfer rate as shown on the Windows pane remained at a constant 21 Mb/s, which is fair. (It depends on the devices, not the hub) .All in all, I can recommend this unit.

I purchased this hub mainly because it's powered, so I can use it to connect and charge many devices at once while not having a mess of cables near my laptop. Works decently with most devices, as long as they don't need too much power. When charging an iPad and powering an external HDD, for example, it would often disconnect. The individual switches are really useful to enable devices only when needed (like the external HDD, or some USB-powered accessories). When powered, a small led next to the USB port lights up. They're quite bright but it doesn't bother me as it's tucked under my monitor. If you have it on your desk and work in the dark, it may be a little distracting.Aesthetically it's a black block with a chrome rim, I prefer more subtle designs but for this price you can't pretend a red dot award. Overall a good accessory with some minor flaws, balanced by the good price.Pros:- not too bulky- good number of ports- individual switches for each port- powered- quite cheapCons:- some reliability issues when multiple power-hungry devices are connected- loud "buzzing" sound at times, quite annoying if, like me, your home office is in the bedroom. I just unplug it at night.

I've only had it a few days, but it seems to work just fine. I like this style of hub because it sits down nicely on a table and doesn't fall over as some models do. And each socket has its own switch, so you can turn off the ones you're not using.

pretty good value, and having the switches is a nice touch to turn off devices. worked fine (as you'd expect) on ubuntu running on a mac mini

What can I say, placed the order day 1 item arrived well packed day 2 plugged it in that day and everything's fine.Good product and no problems.

Great usb hub. I have my connected to an iMac 27” 2020 model via the thunderbolt socket, using a usb A to usb C adapter( which I purchased separately), and I have to say it accesses my usb memory sticks super quick. There is a bank of usb A input sockets on the top that are controlled individually by switches to the side, which each have a blue led next to them to tell you when the switch is in the on position. The build quality is great and the finish is a nice deep shiny black, it even has little rubber pads on the bottom to stop it sliding all over your desk. I have experienced no issues using it at all, it hasn’t disconnected unexpectedly or overhead in any way, and it’s extremely simple to set up. It comes with a mains adapter and a usb cable, and you simply connect it to the Mac and it’s good to go. Now I can simply connect usb memory sticks to my iMac without the usual hassle of trying to find an empty slot on the back. A great bit of well made kit at a fair price. An essential for iMac users with a lot of usb peripherals.