I've one of these for four years and it's never even hiccuped:
Nope, but thanks, good tip. I've got a box that turns a 3.0 port from the aging laptop into a hub, ethernet port, and HDMI (1080p) output (the RJ45 and HDMI on the laptop are shot). I may just break down and get a mini box for less than $200 and start using the laptop for on-the-go. Trouble is, I don't really go anywhere. :^) I need the USB hub for a stick CPU that's just been added to the big-assed TV. Actually, I'm using a Voult hub/ethernet adapter I'd formerly used on the laptop, and it works fine, but I'm looking at interesting stocking stuffer options.