I run a single USB connection from the PC to a 7 port powered USB hub. I have a 8 port serial USB to serial device connected to the USB hub for all of the RS232 devices. The remaining 6 ports connect to native USB devices. I have not had any problems with this approach.
Gregg W6IZT -----Original Message----- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Lawrence Sent: Tuesday, April 01, 2014 3:40 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Windows 7 configuration to allow seven USB 2.0 devices to work together in a multitasking enviorment? Dear Computer Gurus In addition to all the normal devices such as the mouse and keyboard, I had hoped to be able to run a full load of USB 2.0 devices with a simple configuration of the USB ports using the WINDOWS 7 Device Manager tool. I'm running into conflicts when putting the K3 together with the KX3 and RF amplifier, all with their own utility application software programs on separate USB 2.0 ports. I've been exploring choices for some kind of USB management program that will allow me easier monitoring of all the USB connectivity devices. Right now I get conflicting statements off the Windows 7 OS as it tries to deal with COM3, 4 and 5 together while the mouse and keyboard are attached via two other USB ports. This is a DELL I5 small desktop. To avoid the trial and error world and continuing to use the Microsoft System 7 Device manager alone, is there a utility program that will help me? Oh yes, and I'm scared to death of on line free solutions that most often piggy back other stuff you don't want on to the computer. Yes, this OT wants to plug and play on the computer side so I can continue my focus on the application details. Who knows where I can find the utility that will help? Thanks John Lawrence, W1QS j123...@aol.com 207-615-2824 ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to gregg.w6i...@gmail.com ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
