Thread: USB Hub/Webcam issues
- 01-27-2006 10:59 AM #1
USB Hub/Webcam issues
My computer has ONE USB port, so I bought a 4 port Ultra Slim USB Hub.
I plugged it in and did the set up...plugged my DSL connection into it and everything worked fine. Then yesterday I got a web cam (Creative WebCam Instant) I did the set up for it from the CD and everything installed. When I plugged it into one of the available ports on the USB Hub, my computer restarted and would NOT load windows. This happened several different times.
So I plugged webcam into USB port on CPU and the thing worked great....however I can't get online and use cam at the same time.
:cry: Suggestions?
OS: Win 98SE
HP Pavilion
lots of space available
- 01-27-2006 11:10 AM #2
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Chances are your hub isn't powered (that is, you need to plug it into a power outlet). A stand alone HUB draws its power from the USB/computer which is minimal at best.
Another question is, is the HUB for USB2 and your PC has the old USB? These should match.
- 01-27-2006 11:21 AM #3
"Another question is, is the HUB for USB2 and your PC has the old USB? These should match."
Hmmm....how do I find the answer to that?
No the Hub isn't powered. I just assumed that if the DSL worked with it, then the webcam would also.
- 01-27-2006 01:38 PM #4
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No the Hub isn't powered. I just assumed that if the DSL worked with it, then the webcam would also.
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- 01-27-2006 02:12 PM #5
Nope no batteries...no place for batteries.
So all I need to do is purchase a new USB Hub (powered) right? Will I need any other information besides Win 98SE in order to get one that works on my computer? :?:
- 01-27-2006 03:02 PM #6
Oh yeah...how can I tell if I have USB 1 or USB 2?
I got this machine in 2000. If that helps.
- 01-27-2006 04:44 PM #7
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It will be USB 1. Most USB 2 devices should work with USB 1, but at a very decreased speed. Your USB camera could be just designed to work with USB 2 only.
Lets face it are using pretty old technology trying to run "todays" accessories, it may never work.
BG
- 01-28-2006 09:24 AM #8