Overview
This compact USB 3.0 hub lets you add three USB-A ports to your laptop, with support for USB power delivery. This means 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.
Connect from a comfortable distance
The 3-port USB 3.0 hub offers a built-in USB cable that’s long enough to reach your laptop or tablet’s USB 3.0 port, regardless of where the port is located. This gives you more desk placement options, which makes it easier to create a comfortable, space-efficient work area.
Add three USB 3.0 ports in seconds
This USB hub is multi-platform compatible, which means it will work with a wide range of laptops. It also works with a range of operating systems such as Windows®, Mac, Linux® and Chrome OS™. It installs automatically once you connect it to your laptop, so you can be up and running in seconds.
The HB30C3APD is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
- Power both the hub and your laptop simultaneously using your laptop’s USB-C based power adapter
- Use the USB-C port on your port-limited laptop, Ultrabook™, Chromebook Pixel™, or MacBook to expand your connection options by adding extra USB-A ports
- Carry the hub with you while you're traveling and connect virtually any USB peripheral to your laptop wherever you go
- Compact and portable hub that adds three USB-A ports to your laptop through a USB-C port
- Supports USB Power Delivery 2.0 (up to 60W) to power and charge your laptop, when coupled with the laptop’s USB-C based power adapter
- Built-in, extended-length (34 cm) USB Type-C cable provides flexible desk placement options
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HARDWARE |
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Bus Type |
USB 3.0 |
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Chipset ID |
VIA/VLI - VL100 VIA/VLI - VL813 |
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Fast-Charge Port(s) |
No |
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Industry Standards |
USB 3.0 - Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 |
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Interface |
USB 3.0 |
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Ports |
3 |
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USB-C Device Port(s) |
USB Power Delivery |
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USB-C Host Connection |
Yes |
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PERFORMANCE |
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Maximum Data Transfer Rate |
5 Gbps |
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Type and Rate |
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s |
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CONNECTOR(S) |
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Connector Type(s) |
3 - USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female |
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1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Female |
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1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Male |
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SOFTWARE |
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OS Compatibility |
OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required |
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SPECIAL NOTES / REQUIREMENTS |
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Note |
The hub's USB-C port is for USB Power Delivery only. It does not support DisplayPort alt mode, or data transfers. |
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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 |
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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. |
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USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1; this connectivity standard offers speeds up to 5Gbps. |
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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) |
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Optional: USB-C power adapter (for example, your laptop’s USB-C based power adapter) |
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INDICATORS |
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LED Indicators |
1 - Power (Blue) |
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POWER |
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Power Delivery |
60W |
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Power Source |
USB-Powered |
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ENVIRONMENTAL |
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Humidity |
0~90% RH (Non-condensing) |
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Operating Temperature |
0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
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Storage Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS |
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Cable Length |
340 mm [13.4 in] |
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Colour |
Black |
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Enclosure Type |
Plastic |
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Form Factor |
Compact |
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Product Height |
12 mm [0.5 in] |
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Product Length |
72 mm [2.8 in] |
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Product Weight |
59 g [2.1 oz] |
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Product Width |
71 mm [2.8 in] |
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PACKAGING INFORMATION |
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Shipping (Package) Weight |
170 g [6 oz] |
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WHAT'S IN THE BOX |
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Included in Package |
1 - USB 3.0 hub |
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1 - quick-start guide |