StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub

Running out of USB ports on your laptop or desktop can slow you down, especially when you need to plug in a mouse, keyboard, external drive and a flash stick all at once. The StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub gives you four high-speed USB-A connections from a single port, letting you keep all your essential devices powered and ready without juggling cables. It’s a compact, bus-powered solution that expands your connectivity instantly.

Why the StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub is the answer to limited USB ports

Many modern computers, particularly ultrabooks and slim desktops, provide only one or two USB-A sockets. This restriction forces you to constantly unplug one device to use another, which can lead to lost work or missed notifications. The StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub solves this by turning a single USB-A slot into four independent ports, each with its own power switch. You keep your peripherals connected and control power consumption, reducing wear on cables and ports while maintaining full 5 Gbps transfer speeds.

Usages of StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub

Perfect for a range of everyday scenarios:

• Adding extra ports to a laptop while travelling for meetings or conferences.
• Connecting multiple USB devices to a compact desktop workstation in a home office.
• Supplying power to USB-powered accessories such as a webcam, external SSD or card reader without an external adapter.
• Expanding connectivity on a MacBook or Linux machine that only has a single USB-A port.
• Organising a portable media kit with a flash drive, mouse, keyboard and external hard drive for on-site presentations.

Key Features of StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub

• Ports Qty: 4. Four USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A sockets give you plenty of room for all your devices.
• Data transfer rate: 5000 Mbit/s. Enjoy fast file moves and smooth streaming at full 5 Gbps speed.
• Power: Bus-powered, no external brick needed. The hub draws power directly from the host port for true portability.
• Individual on/off switches: Each port has its own switch, letting you turn devices off to save energy without unplugging them.
• Compatibility: USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, USB 3.1 Gen 1. Works with older and newer peripherals alike.
• Dimensions: 0.8 in H × 1.4 in W × 3.3 in D. Small enough to fit on a crowded desk or in a laptop bag.
• Weight: 1.76 oz. Light enough to travel with you without adding bulk.
• Colour: Black. A neutral finish that blends with most workspaces.
• Enclosure material: Plastic. Durable housing protects the internal circuitry while keeping costs low.
• Compliance: FCC, RoHS, UASP. Meets industry standards for safety and performance.

Benefits of StarTech.com HB30A4AIB 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Desktop Hub

You gain the freedom to keep all your essential gadgets connected at once, eliminating the frustration of constantly swapping cables. The individual switches let you switch off idle devices, extending battery life on laptops and reducing overall power draw. Because the hub is bus-powered and comes with a short 9.8 in cable, you can set it up anywhere without hunting for an outlet or extra adapters. Its compact size and lightweight design make it an ideal travel companion, fitting easily into a bag while still delivering desktop-class performance. Finally, broad compatibility ensures that whether you use Windows, macOS or Linux, the hub works straight out of the box, so you can focus on your work rather than driver installations.

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