Need more USB 3.0 ports & a Ethernet Connection?
June 27, 2016 
Here's another inexpensive gadget I bought on Amazon that is very useful! I use Skype on an ACER S7 when we record the Giz Wiz. The S7 is a beautiful machine, thin and lightweight. But like other machines this svelte it only has 2 USB ports, both 3.0. I need one of them so I can be hard-wired to the router for best speeds. And I like using a USB external monitor for guests. I thought 'if only someone made a 3.0 USB hub which also had a Gigabit Ethernet Convertor. I did some research and found the INATECK 3-Port USB 3.0 HUB & Gigabit Ethernet Convertor. It's been designed specifically for users of ultrabooks, notebook, laptop PC and tablets with USB Port to deliver convenient access to high-speed USB 3.0 connections. Plug it into one USB 3.0 port and you have three USB3.0 ports and one RJ45 Gigabit ethernet connection. Another great use for this device is to replace a broken Ethernet port, or one in a bad location. On the downside, and one that isn't too important to me, is that this device does not have LED indicator lights built in, so you'll have to check your screen to see that it's connected. It also is inexpensive, under $20 on Amazon. I paid $22.00, but it was under $20 on 6/1/16 at the link below.
Company website: http://www.inateck.com/
Amazon Link: http://amzn.to/1XR1oTS
BOO! HISS! I just discovered there's a newer version with lights - and aluminum case! Just $5 more. $24.95, here:
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