StarTech 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub, 5Gbps, Bus Powered, USB-A

StarTech 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub provides four USB-A ports with data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps for desktop and laptop setups.

The hub adds connectivity for a range of peripherals without the need to constantly swap cables. It connects to a standard USB-A port on your computer via its integrated 1 foot (30 cm) host cable and supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard. For backward compatibility, it also works with older USB 2.0 devices at 480 Mbps, allowing connection of external SSDs, keyboards, mice, and thumb drives.

Key Features

• Four USB-A ports for expanding connectivity
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 with data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps
• Backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices at 480 Mbps
• Primarily bus powered, drawing power from the computer's USB port
• Micro USB power input port for an optional USB power adapter (not supplied), providing an additional 4.5W (5V/0.9A)
• UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) support for faster data transfers with compatible drives and hosts
• Plug-and-play with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Android, requiring no additional drivers

Power and Compatibility

The hub is primarily bus powered. For situations demanding more power, such as connecting multiple high-drain devices like external hard drives, an optional USB power adapter (not supplied) can be connected to the Micro USB power input port to provide an additional 4.5W (5V/0.9A) alongside bus power. The hub is operating system independent and is automatically detected and configured upon connection.

Design and Reliability

The compact hub is designed for portability, making it suitable for professionals, students, and travellers who need to expand their connectivity on the go. It is rated for a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 107,000 hours.

Choose the StarTech 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub when you need four additional USB-A ports with 5 Gbps transfer speeds for desktop or laptop connectivity.