External HD via HUB?

[sytrusze]

Dear members,

i was thinking about buying a usb HUB and connect my external HD and other usb devices to the usb HUB and connect the HUB to my iMac.

Will this cause any latency, what are the pros and cons? I'm using the external HD mostly with apps like Logic Studio, Pro Tools etc.

Thanks

 

[Jolly Giant]

it will work well, however, i would recommend a powered USB hub.

 

[sytrusze]

I really try to stay away from AC adapters as much as possible, will this really be a big issue?

 

[Jolly Giant]

only one way to find out

 

[itickings]

I really try to stay away from AC adapters as much as possible, will this really be a big issue?

If neither the hub nor the drives (or other devices) have AC adapters, I can't imagine it will work. Anyways, most powered hubs have removable AC adapters if you feel like testing...

 

[ibarnett]

This one works well:

http://store.moshimonde.com/ilynx-800.html

 

[sytrusze]

Cool thanks, that one will fit in great with my iMac