USB Hub i-tec Metal Superspeed USB 3.0 4-Port Hub 5000 Mbit/s Grey

The U3HUB448 4-port USB 3.0 hub expands a notebook, Ultrabook or PC with four additional USB ports via a single built-in USB 3.0 cable. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1, the hub supports connection of external hard drives, smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers and other USB peripherals and can also serve as a charging port. The hub is SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant and supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps. Its compact metal housing and light weight make it suitable for use at home or on the go, and a separate power adapter can be used when mains power is needed for charging or high-power devices. The device is plug-and-play and does not require drivers.

Advantages

The metal casing provides durability and a compact form factor for easy portability. Built-in 28 cm USB cable reduces clutter and simplifies connection. Backward compatibility ensures use with older USB 2.0/1.1 devices. Optional external power input supports stable charging and reliable operation with power-hungry peripherals. No driver installation is required for immediate use.

Key specifications

• Host interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A
• Hub interfaces: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A
• Number of ports: 4
• Maximum data transfer rate: 5000 Mbit/s (5 Gbps)
• Built-in cable length: 28 cm
• Color and material: grey metal housing
• Driver requirement: none (plug & play)

How to use

Connect the hub’s built-in USB 3.0 cable to a USB Type-A port on your computer. Plug your USB devices into the hub’s four ports. If connected devices require higher power, attach the optional power adapter to the hub before connecting high-draw peripherals. The hub will be recognized automatically by the operating system and is ready for data transfer and charging without additional software.

Recommendations

For optimal performance use USB 3.0-compatible devices and a USB 3.0 host port on your computer to achieve up to 5 Gbps transfer speeds. Use the supplied or a compatible power adapter when connecting external hard drives or charging multiple devices simultaneously.