Here’s an easy way to connect a wider range of peripherals to your laptop. This TAA compliant 4-port USB 3.0 hub turns your laptop’s USB-A port into three USB-A ports (5Gbps), and one USB-C port. The hub is USB powered, so you can connect devices virtually anywhere you work or go. Now, you can use your laptop’s traditional USB Type-A port to expand your connectivity, and connect your newer USB Type-C devices to your laptop. Expand your USB connectivity This USB 3.0 hub lets you expand your USB connection options using the USB-A port on your computer. (USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1.) It offers three USB-A ports and one USB-C port, so you can connect traditional USB devices now, while still being able to connect USB Type-C devices in the future. It’s the ideal way to connect your new USB-C equipped device to your laptop’s traditional USB-A port. Add USB ports to your laptop, anywhere you go With a compact and lightweight design, the USB-powered hub is tailored for mobility. It easily tucks into your carrying case and expands your connectivity when traveling. This versatile USB hub takes up minimal space on a desk, so you can use it in hot-desk or BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) environments. Save time and money The 4-port USB 3.0 hub can help if you need a way to connect your newer USB-C peripherals to your existing laptop. Now you can access your USB-C device while avoiding the cost of purchg a newer laptop that features a USB Type-C port. The bus-powered hub installs quickly with no additional drivers or software required, and it’s compatible with virtually all operating systems. The HB30A3A1CFB is backed by a 2-year StarTech..Compatible devices: Acer Chromebook, Aspire E, C720, C740, Dell Inspiron, HP ProBook, Macbook, Thinkpad, Thinkpad Yoga. WIDE OPERATING SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: OS Independent, driverless setup, supporting major operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, Chrome OS and Android. COMPACT & PORTABLE: A lightweight desktop or travel adapter hub with durable plastic housing, 5.5 in (14 cm) attached host cable and small form factor [3 in (75 mm) x 1.6 in (40 mm) x 0.5 in (13 mm)]. SPEEDS UP TO 5Gbps: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) hub shared with all downstream devices, supports thumb drives, data storage devices, keyboards, mice, web cams, headsets. 4 PORT BUS-POWERED USB 3.0 HUB: From a USB Type-A host laptop port, add 3x USB-A and 1x USB-C port; Power up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) shared with all connected devices; Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1.