StarTech.com 4 Port USB-C Hub with Individual On/Off Switches - Portable USB 3.0 for Users

This portable USB-C hub offers a seamless solution to expand your USB-C equipped laptop's connectivity by adding four USB 3.0 Type-A ports. Each port is equipped with an individual power switch, allowing you to conserve energy and optimize bandwidth. Designed for convenience, this USB-C to USB 3.0 hub effortlessly connects to your laptop's USB Type-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. Furthermore, it's bus-powered, making it a highly portable option for on-the-go usage.

With the ability to connect your current USB devices, this hub allows you to use your existing USB 3.0 peripherals such as flash drives, mice, keyboards, and external hard drives. By transforming your computer's USB-C port into four USB 3.0 Type-A ports, this hub also maintains backward compatibility with older USB 2.0 devices (with USB 3.0 being synonymous with USB 3.1 Gen 1).

One standout feature of this USB Type-C hub is its individual on/off switches for each USB port. This functionality enables you to power off devices when they are not in use, effectively conserving energy and maximizing bandwidth for your connected USB devices. This means you don’t have to physically disconnect devices to save power.

Portability is a key design aspect of this hub. With a lightweight and compact form factor, it is built for ease of transport. The versatile USB-C to USB hub derives its power directly from your computer's USB-C port, eliminating the need for an external power adapter. This simple setup makes it the perfect accessory for users who are constantly on the move.

Additionally, the plug-and-play feature allows for automatic installation once the hub is connected to your laptop. You can be up and running in mere seconds, making it an incredibly user-friendly accessory. The HB30C4AIB model comes with the reassurance of StarTech's reliability.

The 4-Port USB-C Hub is capable of expanding the connectivity of a USB-C laptop by incorporating four USB-A ports that each include individual port switches. This USB 3.2/3.1 Gen 1 hub operates at a speed of 5Gbps with 15W of shared power allocated among the connected downstream devices.

Each USB-A port is equipped with an on/off push button, complete with an LED indicator, for quick disconnection of power and data to devices. This feature allows you to save energy effectively by turning off SSDs, thumb drives, webcams, headsets, and other peripherals when they are not in use.

Moreover, the individual port switches empower you to manage power distribution to particular peripherals, allowing you to turn devices on or off without the need to physically unplug them. This not only simplifies usage but also minimizes wear and tear on the USB ports.

In terms of dimensions, the hub boasts a small form factor with measurements of 3.3 inches by 1.4 inches by 0.8 inches (85mm x 35mm x 19mm), along with a 9.8-inch (25cm) attached USB-C host cable.

Lastly, the compatibility of this USB-C laptop hub is extensive; it supports major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, Chrome OS, and Android, ensuring that it works seamlessly with both USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices.

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