connecting an usb hub on a usb 2.0 PCMCIA card

[mauro]

I need to use on my T30 various external 2.5'' HDD which have to be powered by the USB port.

I have a PCMCIA card with 2 USB 2.0 port. These ports don't give sufficient power so I'm wondering if could be a good idea to buy a *powered* USB 2.0 hub and to connect it to one of the USB 2.0 ports on the PCMCIA.

Any similar experiences? possible problems?

Thanks

[jruschme]

I'd expect it to work fine.

Out of curiousity, most of the USB cardbus adapters that I've seen have a port for an external power supply (usually located between the two USB ports). If so, a 5V DC adapter with tip positive and at least 1a (1000ma) output should also work to give you a powered USB 2.0 port.

[mauro]

I've tried it.
The hub works fine and, moreover, my old T30 with the HD replacement (Hitachi 7k100) suggested by this forum is a jewel!!

[fleamourian]

Will eBay Hong Kong special NEC chip PCI cards for 32 bit Cardbus PC Card Type II slots work with T21?