on 6/27/05 4:27 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Hi folks, > > I haven't played with USB devices and connections much yet, and have > a question: Is it possible to run a printer off two separate > computers via a USB hub? Or would something get fried if two Macs > (or more, and maybe a PC) all plugged into the same hub? > > Mac #1---------> USB hub<----------- Mac #2 > | > | > printer > > I know I can do the shared printer thing, but it seems it would be a > better choice for me to hook both machines in directly. > > Or is there yet another way? > > I'm dealing with a couple of upgraded beiges and an HP OfficeJet G85. >
USB doesn't work that way. The root hub is the hub in the computer and there can be only one root hub in a USB chain. r -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[email protected]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com
