Yeah, its working.

Once you told me i needed to see devices in "Devices and Printers" I started suspecting connection problems. I connected the USB hub to another usb 2.0 port and the Silicon Labs CP210x devices showed up. I then went and connected the hub to a different USB 3.0 port and its working there. but the original USB 3.0 port doesn't see them any more. So now i am worried about my ports. I use a powered usb hub for several reasons but I might have to find another.
Anyway, thanks
P.S. I am looking forward to your Apollo pods!!!