No PCI Thunderbolt card and hub will resolve this issue.
No PCI Thunderbolt card and hub will resolve this issue.
I'm facing a problem where my keyboard disconnects unexpectedly when connected via a USB 3.0 hub that powers itself. After looking into similar issues, it seems the fix might involve matching hardware exactly. Most solutions I find point to other users who used different hubs, often outdated ones. Installing a Thunderbolt PCIe card with a compatible hub could help, but I'm unsure if it would resolve the issue. I’m considering whether buying another USB hub solely for my keyboard would be a good idea, especially since my setup already has many cables and connections. My goal is to simplify things by connecting everything to one device, rather than splitting cables across multiple hubs.
It seems you're encountering a network capacity issue, similar to what I faced with my Dell WD15 USB C dock when using a monitor. If you own a wired keyboard, could you consider purchasing a USB extension cable to connect it directly to the tower? This would prevent bandwidth conflicts and keep setup costs low.
PCIe card with a dock? That sounds confusing. Docking stations are for laptops, while PCIe cards are for desktops. You might need to clarify what you're looking for.
The hub would likely be a more suitable term for me. Sorry about that.
Fair point, many extension cables have been unreliable. A Thunderbolt dock or hub might fix the issue, but it'll cost a lot to buy the right card and a quality hub. Be careful with hubs that advertise "Thunderbolt" when they're actually USB-based. Thunderbolt 3/4 can support USB communication, so some hubs labeled as Thunderbolt are just compatible with USB. For instance, your Dell WD15 is one such dock. Always check the documentation before buying.
Thanks for clarifying. "Big investment" works fine—being assigned this task makes it tax-deductible, which lets me justify spending more than necessary for the results.
Hub refers to a specialized connection device. While USB hubs exist, Ethernet hubs are uncommon and largely obsolete, having been superseded by switches. They’re occasionally used by network professionals to monitor traffic because they forward all data across the network. Production of these units has stopped, which is counterintuitive and contributes to their high cost. You seem to be referring to a switch or a wireless access point, possibly a router that combines both functions. This discussion involves hubs versus port replicators and docking stations, creating some confusion. Do you have a laptop or desktop? Edited June 1, 2022 by Bombastinator