Introduction

This 4-port USB 3.0 hub lets you connect a wider range of peripherals to your MacBook Pro, MacBook and other USB-CT laptops. The hub expands your laptop or desktop connectivity by enabling you to connect both USB-A and USB-C devices through a single USB Type-CT or ThunderboltT 3 port.

Expand your USB connectivity

Extend the life of your current USB 3.0 devices and take advantage of newer devices that feature USB-C.

This USB-C hub lets you expand your USB connection options using the USB-C port on your computer. It offers three USB-A ports and one USB-C port, so you can connect traditional USB devices as well as newer USB-C devices to your USB-C laptop.

Take it with you wherever you go

You can travel lighter, with a single USB-C adapter that lets you connect virtually any USB peripheral.

With its compact and rugged design, you can take this portable USB 3.0 hub anywhere you go. Because it's so compact, it's easy to tuck into your laptop bag and only takes up a small amount of desk space when you connect it to your workstation. The hub is ideal for use in hot-desk or BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) environments.

For portable applications, having the integrated host (USB-C) cable means one less thing to remember to carry with you.

Add four USB 3.0 ports in seconds

This USB-C expansion hub is multi-platform compatible, which means it will work with a wide range of operating systems such as Windows , macOS, Linux and Chrome OST. It installs automatically once you connect it to your laptop, so you can be up and running in seconds.

The HB30C3A1CFBW is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Features

• Connect USB-A and USB-C devices through your laptop's USB-C port
• A small-footprint design that's lightweight and compact, for maximum portability
• Universal, multi-platform compatible with fast, easy installation and native support in most operating systems (Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, Linux)
• Plug-and-play, and supports hot-swapping or hot-plugging
• Integrated cable features a small and reversible USB-C connector, and it's Thunderbolt 3 data port compatible
• Backward compatible, for use with your older USB 3.0 and 2.0 devices
• Dongle-style hub provides four SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) ports, with throughput support up to 5Gbps

Specification

Connector Type(s): USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female

USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Female

USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Male

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)

Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Humidity: 0%~90% RH (Non-condensing)

USB-C Device Port(s): Yes

USB-C Host Connection: Yes

Fast-Charge Port(s): No

Ports: 4

Bus Type: USB 3.0

Interface: USB 3.0

Industry Standards: USB 3.0 - Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1

Chipset ID: Genesys Logic - GL3523

LED Indicators: Power (Blue)

Shipping (Package) Weight: 123 g [4.3 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 5 Gbps

Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

Form Factor: Compact

Color: White

Enclosure Type: Plastic

Cable Length: 110 mm [4.3 in]

Product Length: 75 mm [3 in]

Product Width: 40 mm [1.6 in]

Product Height: 13 mm [0.5 in]

Product Weight: 33 g [1.2 oz]

Power Source: USB-Powered

OS Compatibility: OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required

System and Cable Requirements: Available USB Type-C port - USB 3.0 (5Gbps)

Note: All ports support USB based video adapters including the USB-C port. This hub does not support DP Alt Mode (DisplayPortT Alt Mode) - non-USB based native video support over the USB Type-C port.

The hub does not support USB Power Delivery.

Included in Package: USB 3.0 hub