StarTech.com · HB30A3A1CFB

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

Expand one USB-A port into three USB-A ports and one USB-C data port with a compact, bus-powered USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub.

3 × USB-A1 × USB-C dataUSB 5GbpsBus powered

StarTech HB30A3A1CFB 4-Port USB-A Host Hub with USB-C

Built for dependable USB expansion

Mixed USB-A and USB-C expansion

Adds three USB-A downstream ports and one USB-C downstream data port to a USB-A laptop or desktop.

Up to 5Gbps

USB 3.2 Gen 1 bandwidth is shared across the four connected devices and remains backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1.

Compact travel format

Lightweight plastic housing and a 5.5in (14cm) attached host cable suit office, hot-desk and mobile use.

Bus-powered operation

Runs from the host USB-A port without a separate adapter, with up to 4.5W shared among connected devices.

What to know before you connect

Requires an available USB-A 5Gbps host port for full performance.
The USB-C downstream port does not support DisplayPort Alt Mode or USB Power Delivery.
All ports share the 5Gbps upstream bandwidth and up to 4.5W of bus power.
This model does not include fast-charge ports.

Australian version with official warranty

Supplied by DeviceDeal and covered by the official StarTech.com 2 years 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 ports does the StarTech HB30A3A1CFB add?

It adds three USB-A ports and one USB-C data port to a computer with an available USB-A host port.

What is the maximum transfer speed?

The hub supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds up to 5Gbps, shared across connected devices.

Is the USB-C port a host connection?

No. The attached USB-A connector plugs into the computer, while the USB-C port is a downstream port for USB data devices.

Does the USB-C port support video or Power Delivery?

It supports USB-based video adapters, but it does not support native DisplayPort Alt Mode or USB Power Delivery.

Does the hub need a power adapter?

No. It is bus powered and provides up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) shared among connected devices.

Does it require drivers?

No. The hub is OS independent and requires no additional drivers or software.

What is included in the package?

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

What warranty applies in Australia?

The Australian-version HB30A3A1CFB 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

Mixed USB-A and USB-C expansion

Adds three USB-A downstream ports and one USB-C downstream data port to a USB-A laptop or desktop.

Up to 5Gbps

USB 3.2 Gen 1 bandwidth is shared across the four connected devices and remains backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1.

Compact travel format

Lightweight plastic housing and a 5.5in (14cm) attached host cable suit office, hot-desk and mobile use.

Bus-powered operation

Runs from the host USB-A port without a separate adapter, with up to 4.5W shared among connected devices.

Driverless setup

OS-independent operation requires no additional drivers or software.

Key highlights

USB-C downstream port is for USB data devices
Compatible with USB-based video adapters
No external power adapter to carry
Plastic compact enclosure weighs 40g

Official StarTech.com 2 years manufacturer warranty in Australia.

Technical specifications

StarTech HB30A3A1CFB · 4-Port USB-A Host Hub with USB-C

Warranty Information

Warranty

2 Years

Hardware

Ports

Interface

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)

Bus Type

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)

Chipset ID

Genesys Logic - GL3522

USB-C Device Port(s)

Yes

USB-C Host Connection

Fast-Charge Port(s)

Industry Standards

Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1

Performance

Maximum Data Transfer Rate

5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)

Type and Rate

USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 5 Gbit/s

Available Bus Power

Up to 4.5W (5V / 0.9A), shared among connected devices

Connectors

Downstream Ports

3 × USB Type-A (9 pin, 5Gbps)

Downstream Port

1 × USB Type-C (24 pin, 5Gbps)

Host Connector

1 × USB Type-A (9 pin, 5Gbps)

Software

OS Compatibility

OS Independent; no additional drivers or software required

System Requirements and Notes

Host Requirement

Available USB Type-A 5Gbps port

Video Note

USB-based video adapters are supported; native DisplayPort Alt Mode is not supported

Power Delivery

USB Power Delivery is not supported

Power

Power Source

USB-Powered

Environmental

Operating Temperature

0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)

Storage Temperature

-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Humidity

0%90% RH, non-condensing

Physical Characteristics

Colour

Black

Material

Plastic

Form Factor

Compact

Cable Length

5.5 in [14 cm]

Product Length

3.0 in [75 mm]

Product Width

1.6 in [4 cm]

Product Height

0.5 in [1.3 cm]

Weight of Product

1.4 oz [40 g]

Packaging Information

Package Quantity

Package Length

6.4 in [16.3 cm]

Package Width

5.2 in [13.2 cm]

Package Height

1.7 in [4.2 cm]

Shipping Weight

4.2 oz [118 g]

What's in the Box

Included

1 × 4-port USB 3.0 hub

SKU	HB30A3A1CFB
Barcode #	65030866125
Brand	Startech
Shipping Weight	0.1200kg
Shipping Width	0.100m
Shipping Height	0.050m
Shipping Length	0.160m
Shipping Cubic	0.000800000m3

Australian warranty confidence

2 years manufacturer warranty

This is the Australian version of StarTech HB30A3A1CFB 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.