Why can’t my mouse register left and right clicks at the same time?
While playing Roblox, my mouse stopped registering left-click when I was holding right-click to aim. I had to release one button before the other would work. I replaced…
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Do I need to eject external drives before shutting down my Mac?
I use a Mac mini M4 with an external SSD and mechanical hard drive connected through separate enclosures and a USB hub. Do I risk damaging or corrupting…
Why can’t my mouse register left and right clicks at the same time?
While playing Roblox, I noticed that my mouse stops registering the left button whenever I'm holding the right button, so I can't aim and fire at the same…
Can I use a USB-C video hub with a laptop that only has USB-A ports?
I have a spare USB-C laptop hub that I'd like to use with my new NUC, but the NUC only has USB-A ports. The hub includes video outputs,…
Can I connect a mouse and USB drive through one laptop port?
My laptop has only two USB ports: one is usually occupied by a printer, and the other is used by my mouse because I prefer it over the…
Can I connect a mouse, USB drive, and other devices through one laptop port?
My laptop only has two USB ports: one is usually occupied by my printer and the other by my mouse, since I prefer using a mouse instead of…
Rear USB Ports on My Lenovo Legion 5 Pro Suddenly Stopped Working
I have a Lenovo Legion 5 Pro with a Ryzen 7 5800H, 16 GB of RAM, and an RTX 3070. The three USB ports on the back suddenly…
Three USB Ports on My Lenovo Legion 5 Pro Stopped Working
My Lenovo Legion 5 Pro with a Ryzen 7 5800H, 16GB of RAM, and an RTX 3070 suddenly stopped recognizing devices through all three rear USB ports. The…
Will a USB Wi‑Fi adapter and hub work reliably with Linux Mint?
I recently installed Linux Mint Cinnamon 22.3, but Wi‑Fi is not working. My computer uses a Qualcomm QCA9377 Wi‑Fi 6-capable card. I'm considering buying a USB Wi‑Fi adapter,…
Will a USB Hub and Wi‑Fi Adapter Work Reliably with Linux?
I recently installed Linux Mint Cinnamon 22.3, but the built-in Wi‑Fi is not working. The computer has a Qualcomm QCA9377 Wi‑Fi 6-capable card. I'm considering buying a USB…
Can a USB hub damage my phone when connecting a keyboard and mouse?
I'm planning to use a USB hub with my phone so I can connect a keyboard and mouse at the same time. Someone warned me that using a…
Windows 11 Keeps Playing the USB Disconnect Sound—How Can I Find the Faulty Device?
For about a week, Windows 11 has been repeatedly playing the USB unplug/disconnect sound. It happens anywhere from every few seconds to every 20 minutes, sometimes continuously for…
How to Easily Switch Between Personal and Work PC Setup?
Hey everyone! I'm currently working in a hybrid setup and often need to switch my mouse, monitor, keyboard, and other peripherals between my personal desktop and my work…
Is USB Hub Backfeeding a Real Issue?
I've heard of powered USB hubs possibly backfeeding power into a PC's motherboard, which could lead to some problems. How common is this actually? And is there an…
How Many USB-C Ports Do I Really Need on My Motherboard?
I'm wondering if I need three USB-C ports on my motherboard for all my peripherals (like my keyboard, mouse, and mic), or can I get away with just…
What's the Best Way to Use a KVM for My Work and School Laptops?
I recently got a work laptop and I want to integrate it into my home setup, which I currently use for school. I have two older Asus monitors…
How to Use Two PCs with One Monitor Without a KVM Switch?
I'm setting up a dual PC environment where I have a gaming PC running Windows 10 and another one that I'm building with Linux. The Linux system will…
Using a Powered USB Hub for a 30ft Webcam Setup: Will it Work?
I'm trying to set up a webcam that needs to be placed about 30 feet away from my PC for volunteer work. My budget is tight as I'm…
Why does my Dell laptop slow down after connecting to a docking station?
Hey everyone, I'm experiencing a strange issue with my Dell Inspiron 15 3530 (16GB RAM) when I connect it to my GIQ USB C Hub docking station. This…
Why Does My Dell Laptop Slow Down When I Connect It to This Docking Station?
I'm having a strange issue with my Dell Inspiron 15 3530. When I connect it to my GIQ USB C hub docking station, the laptop slows down drastically…