The StarTech.com HB31C2A1CGB is a portable 3-port USB-C hub with integrated Gigabit Ethernet, designed to expand the connectivity of USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 enabled laptops. This bus-powered hub adds one Gigabit Ethernet port, one USB-C port, and two USB-A ports, addressing the common need for additional peripheral connections and stable wired network access in modern thin clients. It supports SuperSpeed 10Gbps USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 for faster data transfers, accommodating devices such as flash drives, video capture devices, and external hard drives. The integrated Gigabit Ethernet port is compatible with IEEE 802.3/u/ab standards and supports Wake-on-LAN (WOL). With a built-in 9.8-inch (25 cm) USB-C cable and drawing power directly from the host device, it eliminates the need for an external power adapter, making it suitable for mobile professionals or users with limited power outlets. The hub is backwards compatible with legacy USB devices and supports various operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, and iPadOS.
The hub provides one Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port, one USB-C port, and two USB-A ports for connecting various peripherals and network access.
No, this hub is bus-powered, drawing up to 15 Watts directly from the host computer's USB-C port, eliminating the need for an external power adapter.
The hub is compatible with Windows 7/8.1/10, Windows Server 2008 R2/2012, Mac OS 10.10-10.13, Linux Kernel 4.x LTS, Ubuntu 14.04.x LTS/16.04 LTS, Chrome OS 61.x, Android OS 8.x, and iPadOS.
The USB ports support SuperSpeed 10Gbps, aligning with USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 specifications, for fast data transfer with compatible devices.
HB31C2A1CGB - Startech PORTABLE 3 PORT USB-C HUB W/ GIGABIT ETHERNET RJ45 - USB TYPE-C HOST LAPTOP TO 1