StarTech.com HB30C4AFPD Thunderbolt/USB Hub - StarTech 4 Port USB C Hub with 4x USB Type A (USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps) 60W Power Delivery Passthrough Portable C to A Adapter Hub USB 3.0 hub USB Type C host to 4x USB A 4 Port USB C Hub with Power Deliv

This compact USB 3.0 hub lets you add four USB-A ports to your laptop, with support for USB power delivery. This means that you can power and charge your laptop through its USB-C™ port while simultaneously powering the hub. With its integrated USB Type-C™ cable and small-footprint design, this versatile hub offers a perfectly portable solution for connecting devices that require traditional USB Type-A ports to your USB-C or Thunderbolt™ 3 equipped computer. Take it with you wherever you go 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. For portable applications, having the integrated host (USB-C) cable means one less thing to remember to carry with you. Carry fewer cables and power adapters This USB-C 3.0 hub supports USB Power Delivery 2.0 pass-through up to 60W to power and charge your laptop. Now, instead of carrying multiple cables and power adapters, you can use your laptop's USB-C power adapter to power both your laptop and the hub. By using just a single power adapter instead of two, you can eliminate clutter and hassle when you work. Add four USB 3.0 ports in seconds This USB hub is multi-platform compatible, which means it will work with a wide range of USB-C laptops that use a USB-C power adapter. It also works with a range of operating systems such as Windows®, macOS, Linux® and Chrome OS™. It installs automatically once you connect it to your laptop, so you can be up and running in seconds. The HB30C4AFPD is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Product Description

Technical Information

Host Interface:
USB Type C

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports:
4
Number of USB 3.0 Ports:
4

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Black
Product Color:
Black
Form Factor:
External
Height:
0.4"
Width:
1.6"
Length:
3.7"
Weight (Approximate):
1.40 oz

Miscellaneous

Platform Supported:
PC, Mac
Country of Origin:
China
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Certification:
EU RoHS
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Bus Type
USB 3.0
Chipset ID
VIA/VLI - VL100
VIA/VLI - VL812
Fast-Charge Port(s)
No
Industry Standards
USB 3.0 - Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1
Interface
USB 3.0
Ports
4
USB-C Device Port(s)
USB Power Delivery
USB-C Host Connection
Yes
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps
Type and Rate
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
Connector Type(s)
1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Male
4 - USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female
1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Female
OS Compatibility
Note
The hubs USB-C port is for USB Power Delivery only. It does not support DisplayPort alt mode, or data transfers.
Not all USB-C ports support the full functionality of the USB Type-C standard. Ensure that your host laptops USB-C port supports USB Power Delivery 2.0
The hub can connect to a host laptops USB-C port that doesnt support USB Power Delivery 2.0. However, in this configuration if a power adapter is connected to the hub, it will not pass power through to your host laptop.
USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 this connectivity standard offers speeds up to 5Gbps.
System and Cable Requirements
Available USB Type-C port - USB 3.0 (5Gbps) (to ensure the hub powers and charges you laptop, your host laptops USB-C port must support USB Power Delivery 2.0)

Optional: USB-C power adapter (for example, your laptops USB-C based power adapter)
Power Source
USB-Powered
Humidity
10-90% RH (Non-Condensing)
Operating Temperature
0C to 45C (32F to 113F)
Storage Temperature
-10C to 70C (14F to 158F)
Cable Length
5.9 in (15 cm)
Color
Black