StarTech.com 5G4AB-USB-C-HUB USB Hub - StarTech 4 Port USB C Hub, 5Gbps, Bus Powered, 4x USB A Ports, Optional Auxiliary Power, Portable USB Type C Hub, 1ft/30cm Cable Portable USB C Expansion Hub for desktop/laptop computers 4x USB A ports USB 3.2 Gen

This USB Hub adds four USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports to a USB-C enabled desktop or laptop computer. The USB Hub connects to a USB-C port on a computer, using the built-in 1ft. (30cm) host cable. The USB hub is backward compatible with USB 2.0 (480Mbps) devices, ensuring support for a wide range of modern and legacy USB peripherals (e.g., thumb drives, external HDDs/SSDs, HD cameras, mice, keyboards, webcams, and audio headsets). The USB hub is compact in size, facilitating portability when travelling.

Bus-Powered with Optional Auxiliary Power

The USB hub can operate with bus power alone. It features a Micro USB power input that can be connected to a USB power adapter (sold separately), providing up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of power in addition to the 15W of bus power. This flexibility is ideal for applications requiring additional power, such as connecting a high-power USB device (e.g., external HDD/SSD), while using the other ports to connect lower powered devices. The downstream ports are each capable of providing up to 4.5W of power to the connected peripherals. For added protection to connected USB devices, the USB ports feature Overcurrent Protection (OCP). OCP prevents USB peripherals from drawing more power than is safely allocated for each port.

Plug and Play

This device is OS independent, supporting all operating systems, including Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS, and Android. The Hub is automatically detected, configured, and installed upon connection to a host computer. This ensures automatic installation and with any USB-C laptop, including Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 computers such as Apple MacBook (Intel/M1/M2), Lenovo X1 Carbon, and Dell XPS. The built-in extra-long 1 ft. (30 cm) USB-C host cable ensures easy setup and reduces connector strain on 2-in-1 devices such as the Surface Pro 7, iPad Pro, HP Elite X2 and laptops on riser stands.

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This product is backed for 2-years by StarTech.com, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance.

Product Description

Technical Information

Host Interface:
USB 3.2 (Gen 1) Type C

Media & Performance

UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports:
5
Number of USB 3.2 Ports:
4

Software

Operating System Supported:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, ChromeOS, Android

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Gray
Product Color:
Space Gray
Form Factor:
Portable
Height:
0.6"
Width:
2.1"
Length:
16.5"
Weight (Approximate):
2.89 oz

Miscellaneous

Platform Supported:
PC, Mac, Linux, Android, iPadOS, ChromeOS
Country of Origin:
China
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Certification:
EU RoHS
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Connector(s)
External Ports
4 - USB 3.2 Type-A (9 pin, Gen 1, 5Gbps)
1 - USB Micro-B (5 pin) (Power)
Host Connectors
1 - USB 3.2 Type-C (24 pin, Gen 1, 5Gbps)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0^oC to 70^oC (32^oF to 158^oF)
Storage Temperature
-40^oC to 80^oC (-40^oF to 176^oF)
Humidity
0% to 95% at 25^oC
Hardware
USB-C Host Connection
Yes
USB-C Device Port(s)
No
Fast-Charge Port(s)
No
Ports
4
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Bus Type
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Industry Standards
USB 3.2 Gen 1 - Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1
Chipset ID
VIA - VL817
Packaging Information
Package Quantity
1
Performance
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
Type and Rate
USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 5 Gbit/s
UASP Support
Yes
Physical Characteristics
Color
Space Gray
Form Factor
Compact
Material
Plastic
Cable Length
11.8 in (30 cm)
Power
Power Source
Bus Powered
Special Notes / Requirements
System and Cable Requirements
A host computer with an available USB-A port.
(Optional - when USB bus power is inadequate) USB Power Source with USB Micro-B host cable to provide supplemental power to the USB hub (up to 4.5W).
Note
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps) and USB 3.0 (5Gbps).
What is in the Box
Included in Package
1 - USB Hub
Item Dimension (L inchxW inchxH inch)
7 x 6 x 2

Weight
1.00 lb

Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty