StarTech.com 4-Port USB-C Hub with 5Gbps Data Transfer and Auxiliary Power

StarTech 4-Port USB-C Hub, 5Gbps, Bus Powered, 4x USB-A Ports, Optional Auxiliary Power, Portable USB Type-C Hub, 1ft/30cm Cable

Enhance your connectivity with the StarTech.com 4-Port USB-C Hub, designed to expand a single USB-C port into four high-speed USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports. This compact, portable hub features a built-in 1-foot (30cm) USB-C host cable, making it ideal for travel and on-the-go use. Its support for data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps ensures quick file sharing and device synchronization across a wide range of peripherals such as thumb drives, external hard drives, webcams, mice, keyboards, and audio headsets. The hub's backward compatibility with USB 2.0 (480Mbps) devices offers versatile compatibility with both modern and legacy peripherals, providing seamless integration with your existing setup. A key feature is its bus-powered operation, with an optional Micro USB auxiliary power input (cable sold separately), allowing additional power delivery up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) per port for high-power devices like SSDs, while maintaining efficient power sharing among connected peripherals. Overcurrent protection (OCP) on each port ensures safe operation by preventing devices from drawing excess power, safeguarding your equipment during intensive use. The hub's plug-and-play design supports all major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, iPadOS, and Android, with automatic detection and installation, making setup straightforward regardless of your device's platform. It is compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4 and USB4 host devices, including popular models like MacBook (Intel/M1/M2), Lenovo X1 Carbon, Dell XPS, and Microsoft Surface series. The lightweight, durable design combined with the extended cable length minimizes connector strain, making it an excellent travel companion for professionals and casual users alike. For advanced device management and performance monitoring, the StarTech Connectivity Tools software suite, including the USB Event Monitoring Utility, is available for download, providing users with better control and security over connected devices. Backed by a 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, this hub offers a reliable solution for expanding your USB connectivity efficiently and safely.

Features:

• 4-PORT USB-C HUB: Bus-powered USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) expansion hub features a USB C host connector and 4x USB-A ports (Supports OCP & Wake on USB) - 15W of bus power dynamically shared between 4 downstream ports, with max 4.5W per port

• AUXILIARY POWER INPUT: The USB hub features a Micro USB power input (cable sold separately) to add 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of power to the hub for applications where additional power may be required, such as connecting high power USB devices like SSD drives

• COMPATIBILITY: OS independent - Supports all operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, iPadOS, Android - Compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4 & USB4 host devices like MacBook (Intel/M1/M2), Lenovo X1 Carbon, Dell XPS, MS Surface - Works with USB 2.0

• EXTRA LONG CABLE: Compact housing and bus-powered design with a 1-foot (30cm) attached cable for easy setup and reduced connector strain on devices such as Surface Pro 7, iPad Pro, HP Elite X2, and laptops on riser stands

• APPLICATIONS: Add multiple USB-A peripherals to your laptop or desktop with ease, supporting data transfer, peripheral connectivity, and device management for professional or personal use