Two laptop questions

[GeorgeO]

I've recently picked up a Dell XPS with SSD. It has single USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 jacks, and I want to get a USB 3.0 adapter card that allows me to expand the single Superspeed USB 3.0 port into two ports, to allow copying from one USB 3.0 HDD to another at high speed. Where do I get one of these-are they available locally or do I need to get one from the US?

The second question relates to the video out-the laptop has a mini video display port. How do I connect it to my legacy 24 inch monitor, if I want to bypass the small screen and use my large one.

I'm looking for low cost solutions, any suggestions welcome.

TIA

 

[GeorgeO]

Something like this will do the trick I assume:


Portable 4 Port SuperSpeed Mini USB 3.0 Hub - White | StarTech.com

 

[GeorgeO]

I dont have a PCIE slot so the card option wont work, it has to be a "hub" type option for me.

 

[reignofchaos]

You should look for a powered USB 3.0 hub. The bus powered hubs may or may not work with two hard drives connected. Something like this is ideal

Anker Uspeed USB 3.0 4 Port Compact Hub with Power: Amazon.in: Electronics

As for the other query, buy a Mini DP to DVI adapter or cable.

 

[GeorgeO]

Thanks, looks promising.