StarTech.com · HB30C3A1GEA2

USB-C Hub with 3 USB-A Ports and Gigabit Ethernet

Add three USB-A 5Gbps ports and Gigabit Ethernet with a compact bus-powered hub, 30cm cable and overcurrent protection.

3 × USB-AGigabit Ethernet30cm cableBus powered

StarTech HB30C3A1GEA2 USB-C Hub with 3 USB-A Ports and Gigabit Ethernet

Built for dependable connectivity

USB plus Gigabit Ethernet

Adds three USB-A 5Gbps ports and wired 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet through one USB-C host port.

Long integrated cable

The built-in 1ft (30cm) USB-C cable adds reach and reduces connector strain on stands and 2-in-1 devices.

Protected bus power

Draws up to 15W from the host, with up to 4.5W available per USB-A port and Overcurrent Protection.

Network management support

Supports Wake-on-LAN, VLAN tagging, 9K jumbo frames, Auto-MDIX and downloadable StarTech Connectivity Tools.

What to know before you connect

DisplayPort Alt Mode and USB Power Delivery are not supported.
Available 15W bus power is shared and high-power peripherals may need their own supply.
Wake-on-LAN may require USB power-saving modes to be disabled.
VLAN tagging is not supported in macOS according to the current StarTech specification.

Australian version with official warranty

Supplied by DeviceDeal and covered by the official StarTech.com 2-year manufacturer warranty in Australia. Keep your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase; coverage is subject to StarTech.com terms, eligibility and product assessment.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the StarTech HB30C3A1GEA2 do?

It combines three USB-A ports and a Gigabit Ethernet adapter for a USB-C, Thunderbolt or USB4 host.

What ports does the HB30C3A1GEA2 provide?

It provides three USB-A 5Gbps ports, one RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port and a 30cm USB-C host cable.

What is the maximum USB data speed?

It supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds up to 5Gbps, shared across active devices.

How is the HB30C3A1GEA2 powered?

It is bus powered, drawing up to 15W from the host, with up to 4.5W available at each USB-A port subject to shared power.

What systems and hosts are supported?

It supports major Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, ChromeOS and Android environments and USB-C, Thunderbolt 3/4 and USB4 hosts.

Does it support video or Power Delivery?

No. DisplayPort Alt Mode and USB Power Delivery are not supported; Wake-on-LAN can also depend on host power-management settings.

What is included in the package?

The package includes one USB-C hub with its attached 1ft (30cm) host cable.

What warranty applies in Australia?

The Australian-version HB30C3A1GEA2 supplied by DeviceDeal is covered by a 2-year official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms and assessment.

Not sure this is the right product for your setup? Visit the DeviceDeal Buying Guides.

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Features and highlights

USB plus Gigabit Ethernet

Adds three USB-A 5Gbps ports and wired 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet through one USB-C host port.

Long integrated cable

The built-in 1ft (30cm) USB-C cable adds reach and reduces connector strain on stands and 2-in-1 devices.

Protected bus power

Draws up to 15W from the host, with up to 4.5W available per USB-A port and Overcurrent Protection.

Network management support

Supports Wake-on-LAN, VLAN tagging, 9K jumbo frames, Auto-MDIX and downloadable StarTech Connectivity Tools.

Broad modern-host compatibility

Supports major operating systems and USB-C, Thunderbolt 3/4 and USB4 host computers.

Key highlights

UASP support
ASIX AX88179A Ethernet controller
MAC pass-through and Wi-Fi auto-switch utilities
Green link and amber activity LEDs

Official StarTech.com 2-year manufacturer warranty in Australia.

Technical specifications

StarTech HB30C3A1GEA2 · USB-C Hub with 3 USB-A Ports and Gigabit Ethernet

Warranty Information

Warranty

2 Years

Hardware

Ports

Interface

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps); RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet

Chipset ID

VIA/VLI - VL817; ASIX - AX88179A

USB-C Host Connection

Yes

Fast-Charge Port(s)

Performance

Maximum Data Transfer Rate

5 Gbps USB; 2 Gbps Ethernet full duplex

Compatible Networks

10/100/1000 Mbps

Wake-on-LAN

Yes

UASP Support

Yes

Jumbo Frames

9K maximum

Auto-MDIX

Yes

Full-Duplex Flow Control

Yes

Connectors

External Ports

3 × USB-A 5Gbps; 1 × RJ45

Host Connector

1 × USB-C 5Gbps

Software

OS Compatibility

Windows 711 including Windows 11 ARM; supported macOS, Linux LTS, iPadOS, ChromeOS and Android versions listed by StarTech

Connectivity Tools

MAC Address Pass-Through, USB Event Monitoring and Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities available for download

System Requirements and Notes

Video and Charging

DisplayPort Alt Mode and USB Power Delivery are not supported

Wake-on-LAN

May require USB power-saving modes to be disabled

macOS Note

VLAN tagging is not supported in macOS

Protection

Overcurrent Protection on downstream USB ports

Indicators

LEDs

Network link (green); network activity (amber)

Power

Power Source

Bus Powered

Host Power

Draws up to 15W

USB-A Output

Up to 4.5W (5V / 0.9A) per port, subject to shared host power

Environmental

Operating Temperature

0°C to 45°C

Storage Temperature

-10°C to 70°C

Humidity

10%85% RH

Physical Characteristics

Colour

Space Grey

Material

Plastic

Cable Length

11.8in [30cm]

Product Length

1.6in [4.0cm]

Product Width

3.1in [8.0cm]

Product Height

0.6in [1.5cm]

Weight

1.5oz [42g]

Packaging Information

Package Length

6.8in [17.3cm]

Package Width

5.6in [14.3cm]

Package Height

1.3in [3.4cm]

Shipping Weight

3.2oz [92g]

What's in the Box

Included

1 × USB hub

SKU	HB30C3A1GEA2
Barcode #	65030897709
Brand	Startech
Shipping Weight	0.0900kg
Shipping Width	0.003m
Shipping Height	0.017m
Shipping Length	0.014m

Australian warranty confidence

2-year manufacturer warranty

This is the Australian version of StarTech HB30C3A1GEA2 supplied by DeviceDeal and covered by the official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia.

Please retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.

Warranty coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms, eligibility requirements and product assessment.