Imac 2013 can't read USB 3.0 HDD Docking Station... HELP!

Hi,
I just purchased a 27" 2013 iMac. I am using a Plugable USB 3.0 HDD Docking Station to access my internal WD 640gb hard drive. On my MBP it reads just fine but when I plug it into my mac, I get nothing. It doesn't even show up in the Disk Utilities. It's formated to Mac Journaled Extended.
If you can help, I would appreciate it.

I have been using a 10 port Satechi.  Supports USB 3.0 and is connected to late 2013 iMac. Satechi has several USB 3.0 models.
http://www.satechi.net/index.php/computer-accessories/usb-hubs

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