The Plugable USB3-HUB7C2 expands USB connectivity by enabling up to seven USB 3.0 or 2.0 devices to be added to any USB-capable desktop, laptop, or tablet computer. The hub supports USB 3.0 transfer rates up to 5Gbps (640MBps) to allow data to move quickly between devices, ideal for high-throughput devices such as USB external hard drives, flash drives, and USB graphics adapters.
Plugable products are backed with a 1-year limited parts and labour warranty and Seattle-based email support. This product ships directly from the UK.
Most desktop computers have an average of only 4 to 6 USB ports, and many laptops and tablets have only 1 or 2. With so many USB devices that we depend on daily, that's simply not enough ports. The first five ports of our hub are lined up front and center to allow easy insertion of devices with the last two BC 1.2 charging ports on top of the hub to reduce cable clutter.
The HUB7C2 is a USB 3.0 hub that does everything existing USB hubs do, while also supporting the BC 1.2 charging standard on its last two ports (6 & 7). It's a great solution for both gaining extra USB ports and for charging the newest generation of BC 1.2 compliant devices.
When a BC 1.2 compliant device is attached to one of the last two ports it can charge at a faster rate (up to 1.5A vs 500mA of a standard port).
Both charge-and-sync CDP (Charging Downstream Port) and charge-only DCP (Dedicated Charging Port) modes are supported along with support for other proprietary charging signals (Apple 1A, 2A, 2.4A, and Samsung 2.4A) when being used as a standalone charger, with no host computer attached, if the attached device also supports these modes.
The HUB7C2 features two internal VIA Labs VL812 B2 USB 3.0 hub chipsets with the latest 9105 firmware for maximum forward and backwards compatibility between nearly all USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 hosts and devices.
The VIA Labs VL812 B2 USB 3.0 hub chipset is a 3rd generation solution which emphasizes high performance and high power efficiency.
Included with the HUB7C2 is a robust 25W (5V, 5A) UL certified power adapter with a removable 6 foot power cable (standard IEC320 C7) that fits EU AC wall outlets. In addition, the power supply supports 100-240V at 50/60Hz. With an AC outlet adapter (not included) it can be used worldwide. Also included is a 3 ft/1m long USB 3.0 A to B cable to connect the hub to the host computer.