HB30CM4AB USB Standard, HB30CM4AB | StarTech.com 4x USB A, USB C Port Hub, USB 3.0, USB 3.1 - USB Powered

StarTech.com USB C to USB A 3.1 Port Hub - HB30CM4AB/
This StarTech.com USB C hub provides perfect portability and is purpose-built to take on the demanding transfer tasks any user requires. The adaptor allows users to connect to 4x USB type-A peripherals on a single USB type C port. Plus, with the built-in cable management system that wraps around the edge of the hub, users can tuck this port hub in their laptop bag without the worry of needing to untangle any wires.
Superb Portability and Design/
Take StarTech.com s multi-port hub on the go and know it doesn t need external power, simply plug the device into your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port to connect and start using the hub. With the USB C cable built in, there is nothing to assemble out the box, meaning less wires to travel with and more room for other important accessories and attachments.
The cable management StarTech.com have incorporated into this product keeps it tidy when not in use and easy to take with you to and from the office. Not only that, all the important parts are housed in an exceptionally robust plastic casing, making this a prime choice for withstanding daily drops. Because of the material, the device weighs a meagre 73g, so users can take it anywhere knowing it won t slow them down.
SuperSpeed Transfer and Power/
Transfer rates reach up to 5Gbps, which means transferring large amounts of data from external hard drives and other devices is quick and effortless. Users can expand the number of ports on their device and the number of tasks they can perform at once, a great solution for busy home and office environments.
What makes it perfect is that it supports up to 15W of power output shared across the USB A ports for downstream devices like a keyboard or mouse.
Extended Cable Length/
The connecting lead has an extended length of 28cm, allowing users the flexibility to position the device where needed. Simple plug and play.
Backwards Compatibility/
Use USB 2.0 and upwards with this product, allowing you to utilise legacy devices so there s no need to upgrade perfectly functionable equipment.
The superspeed hub runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, Chrome OS and Android, without the need to download any extra software.
Features and Benefits/
· Transfer up to 5Gbps of data· 15W power across the ports for devices· 28cm length cable· Wrap-around wire management style· Lightweight plastic material for portability and durability· Provides 4x additional USB ports· Backwards compatible with USB 2.0· Connect to USB C or Thunderbolt 3 port· Runs on wide range of operating systems
FAQs/
What are the applications for this hub?/
Users have a wide range of contexts to utilise this hub in because of the USB C port. StarTech want to make port expansion as easy as it should be by making it compatible with the following host devices: laptops, tablets, smartphone or 2-in-1, such as Surface Pro 7, Surface Book, iPad Pro, MacBook/MacBook Pro/MacBook Air, XPS or X1 Carbon.
How to use a USB hub?/
To use a USB hub, first you need to find out if the hub requires external power to work. Bus powered USB hubs use the host, such as a laptop or tablet, as a power source and can simply be plugged in ready for use. Self-powered hubs are usually supported with an external AC adapter to give power to any connected devices and sometimes require additional software downloads.
What are USB hubs used for?/
USB hubs are used to expand on the number of ports currently available on a host. For example, if using a tablet with one USB C port, users could use this StarTech.com product to add an additional 4x USB A ports to connect various devices with.
Can you daisy chain USB hubs?/
Yes, you can, within certain limits. In order to daisy chain USB hubs, all hubs need to be active , i.e. have their own power source. Users must not exceed 127 USB ports in total or the maximum number of tiers – 7, including the original hub.