StarTech.com HB30C3AGEPD 3-Port USB-C Hub with Gigabit Ethernet and 60W Power Delivery
Product ID: HB30C3AGEPD
Product Overview
This 3-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub with Gigabit Ethernet combines your USB peripherals and RJ45 network connections into a single, convenient hub with USB Power Delivery support. It allows you to power and charge your laptop via its USB-C™ port while simultaneously powering the hub. Thanks to its integrated USB Type-C™ cable and space-saving design, this versatile hub offers a perfect mobile solution for connecting devices with traditional USB Type-A ports to your USB-C or Thunderbolt™ 3 equipped computer.
If your laptop or MacBook with USB-C lacks the necessary ports, this hub can be helpful. The versatile USB 3.2 Gen 1 multifunction hub not only provides access to your USB peripherals but also offers a wired internet connection. It features a Gigabit Ethernet port, enabling you to connect to a network even in locations where Wi-Fi is unreliable or unavailable.
This USB hub offers cross-platform compatibility, meaning it is supported by a wide range of USB-C laptops that use a USB-C power adapter. It also works with various operating systems, including Windows®, Mac, Linux®, and Chrome OS™. It installs automatically when connected to your laptop and is ready to use within seconds.
This USB-C 3.0 hub supports USB Power Delivery 2.0, allowing you to power both your laptop and the hub using your laptop's USB-C power adapter, eliminating the need to carry multiple cables and adapters. Use a single adapter instead of two, reducing clutter when working.
You can take this mobile USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Hub anywhere thanks to its compact and robust design. It's small enough to fit comfortably in your laptop bag. When connected to your workstation, it takes up minimal desk space. The integrated USB-C host cable means you carry one less cable for mobile applications.
Applications
- Leverage USB-C to connect to a network and USB peripherals simultaneously.
- Power your laptop and the hub concurrently using your laptop's USB-C based power adapter.
- Take the hub anywhere to connect any USB peripheral to your laptop on the go.
Features
- 3-Port USB-C Hub: Expands the connectivity of a USB-C computer by adding 3 x USB-A ports (USB 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed 5Gbps) and a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port for LAN connection (Wake-On-LAN, 10/100/1000Mbps).
- Power and Charge Your Laptop: The USB-C hub supports Power Delivery (PD 2.0) with up to 60W of passthrough charging when using a USB Type-C power adapter; 7.4W is reserved for the hub/downstream operation.
- Speeds up to 5Gbps: USB 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed 5Gbps, shared among all downstream devices, supports USB flash drives, data storage devices, keyboards, mice, webcams, and headsets.
- Compact and Portable: A lightweight USB-C to USB-A laptop hub with a white plastic housing, a 15 cm (5.9 in) USB-C host cable, and a compact form factor (9.5 x 4.1 x 1.7 cm / 3.7 x 1.6 x 0.6 in).
- Comprehensive Compatibility: The USB-C Hub with Ethernet is OS-independent and supports major operating systems like Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, and Chrome. It is also compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
Certifications and Compatibility
Certifications: ROHS Compliant, FCC, CE, WEEE
Operating System Compatibility:
- Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, 11 ARM
- Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022
- macOS 10.7 to 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0, 14.0 (VLAN Tagging not supported on macOS)
- Linux Kernel 2.6.25 and higher - LTS Versions only
- Chrome OS™
- iPadOS
Specifications
| Hardware | Details |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| USB-C Device Ports | USB Power Delivery |
| USB-C Host Port | Yes |
| Fast Charging Ports | No |
| Ports | 3 |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) |
| Ethernet Port | RJ45 (Gigabit-Ethernet) |
| Bus Type | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) |
| Industry Standards | USB 3.0 (backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1), IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control, 802.1q VLAN Tagging, 802.1p Layer 2 Priority Encoding |
| Chipset ID | VIA/VLI - VL103, VIA/VLI - VL817S, Realtek - RTL8153B |
| Performance | |
| Max. Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 2 Gbps (Ethernet, Full-Duplex) |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 5 Gbps |
| UASP Support | Yes |
| Flow Control | Full-Duplex Flow Control |
| Network | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Auto MDIX | Yes |
| Full Duplex Support | Yes |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9K max. |
| Connectors | 1 - USB Type-C (24-pin) for USB Power Delivery only, 3 - USB Type-A (9-pin) USB 3.0 (5 Gbps), 1 - RJ-45, 1 - USB 3.2 Type-C (24-pin, Gen 1, 5Gbps) |
| Power | |
| Power Source | USB-powered |
| Power Delivery | 60W |
| Output Voltage | 5 DC |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F) |
| Humidity | 10 to 90% relative humidity (non-condensing) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Black |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Enclosure Type | Plastic |
| Cable Length | 5.9 in [15 cm] |
| Product Length | 3.7 in [9.5 cm] |
| Product Width | 1.6 in [4.1 cm] |
| Product Height | 0.6 in [1.6 cm] |
| Product Weight | 1.6 oz [46.0 g] |
| Packaging Information | |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Package Length | 6.8 in [17.2 cm] |
| Package Width | 5.7 in [14.5 cm] |
| Package Height | 1.3 in [3.3 cm] |
| Shipping Weight (Package) | 4.3 oz [122.0 g] |
| Package Contents | 1 - USB Hub, 1 - Quick Start Guide |
Special Notes / Requirements
System and Cable Requirements: A USB Type-C port is required, supporting USB 3.0 (5Gbps). To ensure the hub powers and charges your laptop, the laptop's USB-C port must support USB Power Delivery 2.0.
Optional: USB-C Power Adapter (e.g., your laptop's USB-C power adapter).
Note: The hub's USB-C port exclusively supports USB Power Delivery. DisplayPort Alternate Mode or data transfers are not supported through this port. Not all USB-C ports support all USB Type-C standard functions; ensure your host laptop's USB-C port supports USB Power Delivery 2.0. The adapter can be connected to a host laptop's USB-C port that does not support USB Power Delivery 2.0. However, if a power adapter is connected to the hub in this configuration, your host laptop will not be powered.
USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1, offering speeds up to 5Gbps.
* Size, appearance, and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
