BEL USB-C 4 PORT MINI HUB

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BEL USB-C 4 PORT MINI HUB: Features and Specifications

The BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub from Belkin is an innovative and highly practical solution designed to enhance your digital connectivity. This compact and versatile device significantly extends the capabilities of your USB-C enabled laptop or desktop by converting a single USB-C port into four versatile and high-speed USB-A ports. Whether you are a professional, a student, or an everyday tech enthusiast, the BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub is engineered to meet your connectivity needs with style, efficiency, and reliability.

Design and Build Quality

The BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub combines sleek aesthetics with robust construction. Its compact and lightweight design makes it highly portable, allowing you to carry it effortlessly in your bag or pocket. The hub is crafted from high-quality materials, ensuring durability and longevity. The matte finish adds a sophisticated touch, making it an attractive accessory that complements the modern design of contemporary laptops and desktops.

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions: 3.2 x 1.2 x 0.4 inches (L x W x H)
• Weight: 1.2 ounces

The slim form factor ensures that the hub occupies minimal space on your desk or in your laptop bag, making it an ideal companion for on-the-go use.

Connectivity and Ports

The BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub features four high-speed USB-A 3.0 ports, each capable of delivering data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps. This allows for quick and efficient file transfers, whether you are syncing your smartphone, transferring media files, or connecting peripherals such as keyboards, mice, or external hard drives.

Port Specifications

• USB-A Ports: 4 x USB 3.0 (up to 5 Gbps data transfer speed)
• USB-C Connector: 1 x USB-C (for connecting to host device)

The hub’s USB-C connector ensures a seamless and reliable connection to your host device. It is compatible with a wide range of USB-C enabled devices, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones from major brands such as Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and more.

Performance and Efficiency

The BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub is designed to deliver exceptional performance, ensuring that all connected devices operate efficiently and smoothly. With USB 3.0 technology, you can expect fast data transfer rates, reducing the time needed for file backups, photo and video transfers, and other data-intensive tasks.

Data Transfer Rates

• USB 3.0: Up to 5 Gbps

The hub also supports backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices, allowing you to connect older peripherals without any issues, although at their respective data transfer rates.

Compatibility

One of the standout features of the BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub is its broad compatibility. It works flawlessly with a wide array of operating systems and devices, ensuring that you can use it with your preferred setup without any compatibility concerns.

Supported Operating Systems

• Windows: Windows 10, 8, 7
• macOS: macOS 10.12 (Sierra) and above
• Chrome OS: Chrome OS
• Linux: Most mainstream distributions

Supported Devices

• Laptops: MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Dell XPS, HP Spectre, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more
• Tablets: iPad Pro, Samsung Galaxy Tab S series, Microsoft Surface series, and more
• Smartphones: Devices with USB-C ports, such as Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, OnePlus, and more

Ease of Use and Installation

The BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub is designed for simplicity and ease of use. It features a plug-and-play setup, meaning no drivers or additional software are required. Simply connect the hub to your USB-C device, and it’s ready to use. This ensures a hassle-free experience, whether you are a tech novice or an experienced user.

Plug-and-Play Setup

• No software required: Just plug in and start using
• Automatic recognition: The host device automatically recognizes connected peripherals

This straightforward setup makes the hub a practical tool for both home and office environments, where you might need to frequently switch between devices.

Power Management and Safety Features

Safety and efficient power management are core aspects of the BEL USB-C 4 Port Mini Hub’s design. The hub is equipped with over-current protection (OCP) and short-circuit protection (SCP) to prevent any potential damage to your connected devices and the hub itself.

Power Specifications

• Bus-powered: Draws power directly from the host device’s USB-C port
• Over-current protection: Prevents damage from power surges
• Short-circuit protection: Ensures safe operation

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