StarTech.com HB30C4AIB Thunderbolt/USB Hub - StarTech 4 Port USB C Hub 4x USB 3.0 Type A with Individual On/Off Port Switches SuperSpeed 5Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 Bus Powered Bus powered 4 port hub with individual port switches USB C to 4x USB Type A ports

This portable USB-C™ hub gives you an easy way to add four USB 3.0 Type-A ports to your USB-C equipped laptop, tablet or smartphone, with individual power switches to conserve power. The USB-C to USB 3.0 hub plugs easily into your laptop's USB Type-C™ or Thunderbolt™ 3 port. Plus, it's bus-powered for easy portability. Connect Your Current USB Devices Use your existing USB 3.0 devices such as flash drives, mouse, keyboard and external hard drives. The 4-port USB 3.0 hub converts your computer's USB-C port into four USB 3.0 (Type-A ports), and it's backward compatible with your older USB 2.0 devices. (USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1.) Individual On/Off Switches Each USB port on the USB Type-C™ hub has its own power switch so you can turn off devices when they're not in use. That means you can better manage power consumption for your USB devices, without having to physically disconnect the device or cable. Use your existing USB 3.0 devices such as flash drives, mouse, keyboard and external hard drives. The 4-port USB 3.0 hub converts your computer's USB-C port into four USB 3.0 (Type-A ports), and it's backward compatible with your older USB 2.0 devices. (USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1.)Each USB port on the USB Type-C hub has its own power switch so you can turn off devices when they're not in use. That means you can better manage power consumptionfor your USB devices, without having to physically disconnect the device or cable.With its compact, lightweight design, this USB hub is designed for portable use. The versatile USB-C to USB hub is bus-powered, which means it draws its power directly from your computer's USB-C port, with no need for an external power adapter. You can travel lighter with fewer cables to carry with you.The 4-Port USB-C hub installs automatically once you connect it to your laptop, so you can be up and running in seconds.HB30C4AIB is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support. More from the Manufacturer

Product Description

Technical Information

Host Interface:
USB Type C

Media & Performance

UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports:
4
Number of USB 3.0 Ports:
4

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Black
Product Color:
Black
Form Factor:
External
Height:
0.8"
Width:
1.4"
Length:
3.3"
Weight (Approximate):
1.80 oz

Miscellaneous

Country of Origin:
China
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Compliance:
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

HARDWARE
Bus Type
USB 3.0
Chipset ID
VIA/VLI - VL817
Fast-Charge Port(s)
No
Industry Standards
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) - Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1
Interface
USB 3.0
Ports
4
USB-C Device Port(s)
No
USB-C Host Connection
Yes
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps
Type and Rate
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
UASP Support
Yes
CONNECTOR(S)
Connector Type(s)
4 - USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female
1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Male
SOFTWARE
OS Compatibility
OS Independent, No additional drivers or software required
SPECIAL NOTES / REQUIREMENTS
System and Cable Requirements
Available USB Type-C port - USB 3.0 (5Gbps)
The total available power output of the HB30C4AIB is based on the available input power and is shared between all downstream facing ports.
INDICATORS
LED Indicators
4 - Port Power
POWER
Power Source
USB-Powered
ENVIRONMENTAL
Humidity
20 to 80% RH (Non-condensing)
Operating Temperature
0^oC to 55^oC (32^oF to 131^oF)
Storage Temperature
-10^oC to 70^oC (14^oF to 158^oF)
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Cable Length
9.8 in (250 mm)
Color
Black
Enclosure Type
Plastic
Form Factor
Compact
WHATS IN THE BOX
Included in Package
1 - hub
1 - quick-start guide
Item Dimension (L"xW"xH")
6 x 7 x 2
Weight
1.00 LB
Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty