StarTech.com 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub with Auxiliary Power - Space Gray

StarTech 4-Port USB Hub, USB 3.0 5Gbps, Bus Powered, USB-A to 4xA w/ Optional Auxiliary Power, Portable Laptop USB Hub, 1ft/30cm Cable

Expand your connectivity with the StarTech.com 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub, designed to add four high-speed USB-A ports to your desktop or laptop. This compact, portable hub connects via a 1-foot built-in USB-A cable, providing immediate access to multiple peripherals such as external drives, webcams, keyboards, and mice. Its sleek space gray finish complements modern devices and its bus-powered operation ensures easy setup without requiring an external power source for everyday use. The hub supports USB 2.0 devices backward compatibility, making it versatile for a wide range of peripherals, whether legacy or current.
Designed with flexibility in mind, this hub features an optional Micro USB power input, allowing users to connect an external power adapter (not included) to supply up to 4.5W of additional power. This is particularly beneficial when powering high-demand devices such as external SSDs or multiple peripherals simultaneously. Overcurrent Protection (OCP) safeguards connected devices by preventing power overloads, ensuring safe operation and protecting both the hub and your host device.
Compatibility is extensive, supporting all major operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and Android, allowing seamless integration with popular devices like the Lenovo X1 Carbon, Dell XPS, and Microsoft Surface. The hub's plug-and-play nature means it is automatically recognized and configured upon connection, simplifying setup and reducing downtime. Its lightweight design and extra-long cable make it ideal for travel, offering convenience for users on the go or working from different locations.
The StarTech Connectivity Tools application enhances device management by providing utilities such as USB event monitoring, which helps track and log connected devices for security and troubleshooting. Backed by a two-year warranty and lifetime technical support, this portable hub is a reliable solution for expanding USB connectivity in professional and personal environments.

Features:

• 4 PORT USB HUB: Bus-powered USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) expansion hub with 4 USB-A ports, Overcurrent Protection (OCP), and Wake on USB; provides up to 4.5W per port, dynamically shared

• AUXILIARY POWER INPUT: Micro USB port (cable sold separately) allows adding up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of external power for high-powered devices like SSDs

• COMPATIBILITY: OS independent, supporting Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and Android; compatible with USB 2.0 devices and host devices such as Lenovo X1 Carbon, Dell XPS, Surface

• EXTRA LONG CABLE: 1-foot (30cm) attached host cable facilitates quick setup and reduces connector strain on portable and 2-in-1 devices

• PORTABLE DESIGN: Compact, lightweight housing with space gray finish makes it ideal for travel and on-the-go productivity