StarTech HB31C4AB — USB‑C to 4‑Port USB‑A Hub (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5Gbps)

When you just need more USB-A ports without the complexity of charging passthrough, the HB31C4AB keeps it simple — four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports at 5Gbps, bus-powered, plug-and-play on any USB-C laptop.

The StarTech HB31C4AB is a USB-C to 4-port USB-A expansion hub that adds four USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports through a single USB-C connection. Designed for modern laptops that lack USB-A ports, this compact hub is ideal for connecting keyboards, mice, flash drives, peripherals, and portable storage devices.

Perfect for hybrid workers, travelers, students, and MSP field kits, the HB31C4AB delivers reliable USB expansion in a durable, lightweight form factor — with no external power adapter required.

Key Features

• USB-C to 4-port USB-A hub

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) data transfer speeds

• Bus-powered — no external power supply needed

• Compact, lightweight design ideal for travel and mobile work

• Backward-compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices

• Plug-and-play — no drivers required

• Works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS

• Durable StarTech build quality

Technical Specifications

• Host Interface: USB-C

• Ports: 4 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)

• Power: Bus-powered

• Compatibility: Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS

• Backward Compatibility: USB 2.0 / USB 1.1

• Cable: Integrated USB-C cable

• Enclosure: Compact plastic housing

• Warranty: StarTech 2-Year Warranty

Ideal Use Cases

• Expanding USB-C laptops with legacy USB-A ports

• Travel and mobile work setups

• Hybrid workstations (home + office)

• MSP field kits and diagnostics

• Students and educators

• Connecting keyboards, mice, flash drives, and peripherals

What's Included

• HB31C4AB USB-C to 4-Port USB-A Hub

• Quick-start documentation

Compliance & Warranty

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB-IF

• 2-Year StarTech Warranty