[graham.hobart (Graham stevens)]

I'v used a couple of generic Dick Smith ones and although they are Ok, they can be unpredictable when unplugging/plugging a lot. Also they kept reloading the driver software each time I plugged it in (to an older laptop).
I also had issues running PHd via a USB hub- had to put other stuff through it and PHD into a port on the laptop to ensure good connections.
I am interested in this thread too as tempting to go down the Hitec astro route but keen on other suggestions too.
Graham.