If your laptop only offers a single USB-C port, you know how quickly peripherals, a wired network and a reliable power source can disappear. The StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C Hub Ethernet RS-232 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub restores those missing connections, giving you serial, Ethernet and two fast USB-A ports plus 100 W power delivery-all from one compact adapter.
Why the StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C Hub Ethernet RS-232 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub is the answer to limited connectivity
Modern ultrabooks and tablets often sacrifice legacy ports to achieve thin designs, leaving you unable to connect older equipment, a stable LAN cable or charge your device while using accessories. This creates workflow interruptions and forces you to carry multiple dongles. The StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C Hub Ethernet RS-232 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub consolidates those functions into a single, plug-and-play solution, eliminating clutter and keeping your desk tidy while maintaining high-speed data transfer and reliable power.
Usages of StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C Hub Ethernet RS-232 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub
The hub fits seamlessly into a range of everyday scenarios:
- Connecting legacy industrial equipment that still relies on RS-232 serial communication.
- Providing a stable gigabit wired internet connection in offices or homes where Wi-Fi is unreliable.
- Adding two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports for external drives, printers or webcams while the laptop is charging.
- Using the hub with both USB-C and USB-A host computers thanks to the included tethered adapter.
- Deploying the device in conference rooms to share presentations and network resources without extra adapters.
Key Features of StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C Hub Ethernet RS-232 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub
- RS-232 Serial Port: DB/DE-9M male connector with COM retention. Keeps your serial device recognised after disconnects or reboots.
- Gigabit Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 port supporting IEEE 802.3u/ab, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames and VLAN tagging. Guarantees fast, secure wired networking.
- USB-C Power Delivery: 100 W (85 W to laptop) pass-through with Fast Role Swap. Lets you charge while data flows, without interruption.
- Overcurrent Protection (OCP): Prevents excess current from damaging the hub or connected peripherals.
- Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports: 5 Gbps data rate for rapid file transfers and peripheral connectivity.
- Included 2 ft USB-C cable with USB-C-to-USB-A dongle. Enables connection to both modern and older host computers.
- Plug-and-Play compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS and Linux; auto-detects and installs drivers.
- Compact dimensions: 0.7 in × 5 in × 2.2 in, weighing only 3.7 oz. Easy to carry in a laptop bag.
- StarTech.com Connectivity Tools: Software utilities for USB event monitoring, MAC address pass-through and Wi-Fi auto-switch, enhancing security and performance.
Benefits of StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C Hub Ethernet RS-232 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub
You gain a single, tidy adapter that restores legacy serial ports, delivers rock-solid wired internet and supplies ample power for demanding laptops, all while keeping data speeds fast. The hub’s overcurrent protection safeguards your expensive equipment, and the included software lets you monitor connections and improve network security with just a few clicks. Its compact size means you can travel with it, and the plug-and-play design ensures you spend less time configuring and more time working.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Cables Included | 1 x USB-C cable with USB-C to USB-A dongle - 2 ft |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Gray |
| Miscellaneous / Color | Space gray |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | RoHS, WEEE, RCM |
| Networking |
| Networking / Form Factor | Desktop |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 2 |
| Networking / Subcategory | Peripheral sharing and hubs |
| Networking / Type | Hub |
| Networking / Subtype | USB |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Height | 0.7in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Width | 5in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Depth | 2.2in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Weight | 3.7oz |
| System Requirements |
| System Requirements / OS Required | Apple macOS 10.15 - 10.6 |
| General |
| General / Subtype | USB |
| General / Ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| General / Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az |
| General / Device Type | Hub - 2 ports |
| General / Status Indicators | Port status |
| General / Enclosure Type | Desktop |
| General / Features | Flow control, WOL, full duplex mode, PXE support, priority encoding, UASP, OCP support, 256-byte FIFO, EEE, VLAN Tagging, Auto MDIX, USB Power Delivery 3.0, FRS, bus powered |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A ¦ 1 x serial (RS-232) DB-9 COM retention support ¦ 1 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ¦ 1 x USB-C (power delivery) 100 Watt |
| Software / System Requirements |
| Software / System Requirements / OS Required | Microsoft Windows XP Embedded, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows CE .NET 4.2, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows CE .NET 6.0, Microsoft Windows CE .NET 5.0, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Linux Kernel 3.0 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Apple macOS Big Sur 11.0, Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Apple macOS Monterey 12.0, Apple macOS Ventura 13.0, Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/NT/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/11, Apple macOS Sonoma 14.0, Apple macOS 10.15 - 10.6 |
| Summary Details |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Host interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C |
| USB Power Delivery up to | 100 W |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2000 Mbit/s |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.1Q |
| Product colour | Grey |
| Colour name | Space Gray |
| Data transfer rate | 5 Gbit/s |
| Power consumption (max) | 15 W |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003 |
