StarTech.com 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub with Built-in Cable - Portable Aluminum USB-A Expansion for PCs and Laptops

StarTech 4-Port USB Hub, USB A to 4x USB-A Ports, USB 5Gbps, Bus-Powered, Portable Laptop USB 3.0 Hub

Enhance your connectivity with the StarTech.com ST43004UA, a compact and portable USB hub designed for both professional and everyday use. This external hub expands a single USB-A port into four high-speed USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, supporting data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps. Its built-in 10.5-inch (27cm) cable provides a hassle-free connection to your desktop or laptop, eliminating the need for external power adapters and ensuring a tidy workspace. The durable aluminum housing not only offers dependable protection but also lends a sleek, modern appearance suitable for travel and office environments. This rugged design is lightweight and easy to carry, making it ideal for mobile professionals or users who frequently switch between locations. The hub is backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices, ensuring support for legacy peripherals like thumb drives, external SSDs, webcams, and headsets, providing versatility across your device ecosystem. Its bus-powered operation means it draws power directly from your host device, supporting shared power up to 4.5W, which efficiently manages power for connected peripherals without additional power sources. Compatible across all major operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and Android, this hub seamlessly integrates into various setups, whether for personal, professional, or educational use. The included USB Event Monitoring Utility allows IT professionals and advanced users to track and log connected USB devices, aiding in device management and troubleshooting. Designed for IT professionals and everyday users alike, this hub comes backed by a two-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, ensuring reliability and peace of mind for long-term use. Its minimal footprint makes it suitable for hot-desking or bring-your-own-device (BYOD) environments, helping to optimize workspace organization and device management while maintaining high performance and compatibility across a broad range of peripherals and devices.

Features:

• High-speed data transfer: Supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 with speeds up to 5Gbps

• Portable and rugged design: Aluminum housing with built-in 10.5-inch cable for travel-friendly use

• Backward compatibility: Supports USB 2.0 devices including thumb drives, external SSDs, webcams, and headsets

• Universal OS support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and Android devices

• Power-efficient operation: Bus-powered hub with shared power up to 4.5W, no external power needed

• Four USB-A ports: Expand a single USB-A port into four for peripherals like keyboard, mouse, and data drives

• Ideal for limited port setups: Perfect for desktops, laptops, hot-desking, and BYOD environments

• IT professional support: Backed by a 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical assistance

• Device management: Includes USB Event Monitoring Utility for tracking and logging connected peripherals