Product Details
- Sales Rank: #944 in Personal Computers
- Size: 4-Port Plus Dedicated 2.1A Charge Port
- Color: Brushed Aluminum
- Brand: Plugable
- Model: USB3-HUB4AC1
- Dimensions: 1.75" h x2.50" w x5.75" l,.75 pounds
Features
- Expand USB connectivity by connecting up to four USB 3.0, 2.0, or 1.1 devices to any USB 2.0 or 3.0 capable computer plus 1 dedicated 2.1A charging port. The red dedicated charge-only port charges devices at up to 2.1 amps (depending on the device) even when no host PC is present. Robust 12 volt 2.5 amp 30 watt power supply included.
- Compatible with most Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS X, and Linux / Unix systems. Microsoft Windows systems should install latest manufacturer USB 3.0 host controller drivers and Windows Updates. Apple Mac OS X and Linux / Unix systems require latest operating system updates for best compatibility.
- Apple notes: Note that some devices such as the Apple SuperDrive look for Apple-specific signaling and will not work when connected through any USB hub. Not recommended for use with USB 3.0 PCI-e add-on cards for older Mac systems because of limitations in their softw support for USB 3.0 hubs.
- Supports USB 3.0 transfer rates up to 5Gbps (640MBps) to allow data to move quickly between devices. Transfer rates device and USB host controller dependent. Ideal for high-throughput devices such as USB hard drives, flash drives, and USB video adapters. Backwards compatible with all USB 2.0/1.1 devices and hosts. Powerful 12 volt 2.5 amp 30 watt power adapter.
- 5 blue LEDs, one per USB port. Sleek brushed aluminum matte finish designed to complement high end Apple products. All 5 ports on one side to minimize cable clutter and maximize accessability.
Plugable 4-Port Aluminum USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Hub with Dedicated 2.1A Charging Port and 30W Power Adapter (VIA VL812 Rev B2 Chipset with v9081 firmware. Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux support. Full USB 2.0 backwards compatibility)
Connect up to four USB 3.0, 2.0, or 1.1 devices to a single port on any computer. Fully plug and play, devices can be hot-swapped, supports USB over-current protection. The hub has an additional 1 dedicated charging port. The red dedicated charge-only port (simulates Apple 2.1A signal) charges devices at up to 2.1 amps (depending on the device) even when no host PC is present. Attractive brushed aluminum finish designed to complement high end Apple products, solid feeling, non-skid rubber feet, with 5 blue LEDs (one per USB port) for diagnosing connectivity. Power switch for convenient shut-off of lights and devices.
Compatibility
Featuring the VIA VL812 Rev B2 USB 3.0 hub chipset updated to firmw version 9081 for maximum compatibility with almost all USB 3.0 hosts. Supports Microsoft Windows 8.1 through XP, Mac OS X, and Linux kernels 3.0 and later. Apple SuperDrive not compatible. Older Mac Pros with USB 3.0 PCI Express add-on cards do not work with this or any USB 3.0 hub. Full forward and backward compatibility between USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 hosts and devices. Not recommended for use with older Texas Instruments, Fresco Logic, Etron, or Wistron USB 3.0 host controllers. Requires no driver installation (although individual devices may require drivers). 2.4Ghz wireless devices such as wireless keyboard/mouse receivers, Bluetooth and WiFi adapters, may not work in close proximity to USB 3.0 devices or hubs. Connecting wireless devices to a USB 2.0 port is recommended for best results.
Power and Charging
Comes with premium 12V 2.5A 30W power supply for supporting several devices requiring USB 3.0's more demanding 900mA per port power. For charging details for specific devices, please visit http://plugable.com/products/usb3-hub4ac1
In The Box
USB 3.0 4 port Hub (VIA Hub Controller) with dedicated charging port, 12V 2.5A 30W power adapter and 3 foot USB 3.0 Cable.
