Turn your laptop’s USB Type-C port into one USB Type-A and one USB Type-C port (5Gbps), plus power and charge your laptop. This 2-port USB 3.0 hub lets you connect a wider range of peripherals to your MacBook Pro, MacBook and other USB-C™ 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-C™ or Thunderbolt™ 3 port.
The compact USB-C hub supports USB Power Delivery, which means that you can power and charge your MacBook Pro, MacBook and other USB Type-C laptops through its USB-C port while simultaneously powering the hub.
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 3.0 hub lets you expand your USB connection options using the USB-C port on your computer. It offers one USB-A port 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.
Carry fewer cables and power adapters
This USB-C 3.0 hub supports USB Power Delivery 2.0, so 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 two 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 OS™. It installs automatically once you connect it to your laptop, so you can be up and running in seconds.
The HB30C1A1CPD is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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Warranty Information
Warranty: 2 Years
Hardware
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
Performance
Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 5 Gbps
Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
Connector(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
Software
OS Compatibility: OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required
Special Notes / Requirements
Note: The hub's 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 laptop's USB-C port supports USB Power Delivery 2.0
The hub can connect to a host laptop’s USB-C port that doesn’t 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 laptop's USB-C port must support USB Power Delivery 2.0)
Optional: USB-C power adapter (for example, your laptop’s USB-C based power adapter)
Power
Power Source: USB-Powered
Environmental
Humidity: 10~90% RH (Non-Condensing)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F)
Physical Characteristics Cable Length: 5.9 in [15 cm]
Color: Black
Enclosure Type: Plastic
Form Factor: Compact
Product Height: 0.4 in [11 mm]
Product Length: 3.7 in [93 mm]
Product Weight: 1.4 oz [40.5 g]
Product Width: 1.6 in [40 mm]
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight: 3.2 oz [90 g]
What's in the Box
Included in Package:
1 - USB-C hub
1 - quick-start guide