StarTech.com · HB30C3A1CFB

4-Port USB-C Hub with USB-A and USB-C

Expand one USB-C host port into three USB-A ports and one USB-C data port with a compact, bus-powered 5Gbps hub.

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StarTech HB30C3A1CFB 4-Port USB-C Hub with USB-A and USB-C

Built for dependable connectivity

Mixed USB expansion

Adds three USB-A downstream ports and one USB-C downstream data port to a USB-C computer.

USB 5Gbps performance

Shares USB 3.2 Gen 1 bandwidth across connected devices and remains compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1.

Portable bus-powered design

Requires no external adapter and includes an attached 114mm reversible USB-C host cable.

Driverless setup

OS-independent operation installs without additional hub software.

What to know before you connect

Requires an available USB-C 5Gbps host port.
The USB-C downstream port does not support DisplayPort Alt Mode.
USB Power Delivery pass-through is not supported.
Bus power and 5Gbps bandwidth are shared by connected devices.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What does the StarTech HB30C3A1CFB do?

It adds three USB-A ports and one USB-C data port to a USB-C or compatible Thunderbolt host.

What ports does the HB30C3A1CFB provide?

It provides three USB-A downstream ports, one USB-C downstream data port and an attached USB-C host connector.

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 HB30C3A1CFB powered?

It is powered from the host USB-C port and does not require an external adapter.

What systems and hosts are supported?

It is OS independent, driverless, Thunderbolt 3 data-port compatible and backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices.

Does its USB-C port support video or charging?

It supports USB-based video adapters, but not native DisplayPort Alt Mode or USB Power Delivery pass-through.

What is included in the package?

The package includes one four-port USB 3.0 hub with its attached USB-C host cable.

What warranty applies in Australia?

The Australian-version HB30C3A1CFB supplied by DeviceDeal is covered by a 2-year official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms and assessment.

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Features and highlights

Mixed USB expansion

Adds three USB-A downstream ports and one USB-C downstream data port to a USB-C computer.

USB 5Gbps performance

Shares USB 3.2 Gen 1 bandwidth across connected devices and remains compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1.

Portable bus-powered design

Requires no external adapter and includes an attached 114mm reversible USB-C host cable.

Driverless setup

OS-independent operation installs without additional hub software.

USB-based video adapter support

The downstream ports can carry compatible USB-based video adapters while remaining standard USB data ports.

Key highlights

Thunderbolt 3 data-port compatible
Plug-and-play and hot-swap support
Compact black plastic housing
Two-year official warranty

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

Technical specifications

StarTech HB30C3A1CFB · 4-Port USB-C Hub with USB-A and USB-C

Warranty Information

Warranty

2 Years

Hardware

Bus Type

USB 3.0

Chipset ID

Genesys Logic - GL3523-S

Fast-Charge Port(s)

Industry Standards

USB 3.0 - Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1

Interface

USB 3.0

Ports

USB-C Device Port(s)

Yes

USB-C Host Connection

Yes

Performance

Maximum Data Transfer Rate

5 Gbps

Type and Rate

USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

Connectors

Connector Type(s)

3 - USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female

Additional connector

1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Female

Additional connector

1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Male

Software

OS Compatibility

OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required

System Requirements and Notes

Note

All ports support USB based video adapters including the USB-C port. This hub does not support DP Alt Mode (DisplayPort Alt Mode) - non-USB based native video support over the USB Type-C port.

Additional note

The hub does not support DP Alt Mode or USB Power Delivery.

System and Cable Requirements

Available USB Type-C port - USB 3.0 (5Gbps)

Power

Power Source

USB-Powered

Environmental

Humidity

0%~90% RH (Non-condensing)

Operating Temperature

0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)

Storage Temperature

-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Physical Characteristics

Cable Length

4.5 in [114 mm]

Color

Black

Enclosure Type

Plastic

Form Factor

Compact

Product Height

0.5 in [1.3 cm]

Product Length

3 in [75 mm]

Product Width

1.6 in [40 mm]

Weight of Product

1.1 oz [32 g]

Packaging Information

Package Height

1.7 in [4.4 cm]

Package Length

6.4 in [16.3 cm]

Package Width

5.2 in [13.2 cm]

Shipping (Package) Weight

3.9 oz [110 g]

What's in the Box

Included in Package

1 - USB 3.0 hub

SKU	HB30C3A1CFB
Barcode #	65030862677
Brand	Startech
Shipping Weight	0.1200kg
Shipping Width	0.140m
Shipping Height	0.040m
Shipping Length	0.165m
Shipping Cubic	0.000924000m3

Australian warranty confidence

2-year manufacturer warranty

This is the Australian version of StarTech HB30C3A1CFB 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.