{"product_id":"plugable-usb2-hub4bc-usb-2-0-4-port-high-speed-hub","title":"Plugable Usb2-Hub4Bc Usb 2.0,4-Port High-Speed Hub","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlugable USB 2.0 4-Port High Speed Hub with 12.5W Power Adapter\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharge and Sync Almost Anything\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUSB has become more than a way of connecting devices to a computer with plug and play ease and high performance, it has also become the method of choice to power and charge a huge range of portable battery-powered devices like cell phones, tablets, USB battery packs, handheld game consoles, e-readers, cameras, smartwatches, fitness trackers, bicycle lights, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSome of those mobile devices have adopted proprietary mechanisms to draw more power than USB was originally designed to allow which has caused confusion about charging but is now being solved by the USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum) Battery Charging (BC) standard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Plugable USB 2.0 4-Port Hub (USB2-HUB4BC) does everything existing USB hubs do, plus has support for the Battery Charging standard. So it's a no-compromise solution for both gaining extra USB ports, and for charging the newer generation of BC standard compliant devices. When a compliant device is attached it can charge at a faster rate (up to 1.5A vs 500mA of a standard port).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Battery Charging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSince the hub conforms to the USB Battery Charging specification, nearly any modern device will charge when connected. If the hub is connected to a host computer, you can also transfer photos or other files on the device to your computer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncompatible devices include early generation iPads and iPhones that don't use the Lightning connector, some older Android phones, and some of the larger Windows tablets. All of these devices require proprietary signaling and need a special charger.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB 2.0 Connectivity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor basic USB connectivity, this hub works well with most devices. USB 2.0 has been the standard for device connections for quite a few years, so there are generally no surprises with a USB 2.0 hub.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEven USB 3.0 devices work on this hub because of backward compatibility. However, they will be limited to the USB 2.0 maximum of 480Mbps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe hub body measures 2.5in x 1.5in x 0.75in, plus the external power adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe power adapter is not required for basic, low current, non-charging USB connectivity (up to 100mA per port), but we recommend using it for most situations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaspberry Pi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe hub pairs well with a Raspberry Pi because of its diminutive size. In the snake-eating-tail configuration, this hub can provide 3 extra ports, and simultaneously power the Pi.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 has been ubiquitous for many years, nearly every operating system supports hosting USB 2.0 hubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommon exceptions to this are some Android tablets using an OTG cable, and car stereos, which do not support USB hubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca\u003eMore from the Manufacturer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eWarranty and Support - Questions only an expert can answer? When you contact our support team, you're connecting with the engineers who design our devices. Every Plugable product is backed by our Seattle-based support team-even before purchase, and a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty after purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eNotes - Some Apple devices such as SuperDrive will not work when connected through any USB hub. Charge and sync only works with BC 1.1 compatible devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCompatibility Guarantee - Forwards and backwards compatible with all USB 3.0, 2.0, or 1.1 host controllers and devices on Windows, Mac, and Linux\/Unix computers at USB 2.0 speeds up to 480 Mbps. Hub supports USB 1.1 Standard Battery Charging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign - Master blue power LED. Sleek piano black glossy finish. Compact and portable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe USB 2.0 4-Port High Speed Hub enables you to add up to 4 additional USB devices. Fully plug and play, devices can be hot-swapped, supports USB over-current protection. Requires no driver installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Type: USB Hub\n\u003cbr\u003eProduct Color: Piano Black\n\n\u003cbr\u003eBrand Name: Plugable\n\u003cbr\u003eForm Factor: External\n\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: Plugable Technologies\n\u003cbr\u003eProduct Name: USB 2.0 4-PORT HUB WITH 12.5W POWER ADAPTER WITH BC 1.2 CHARGING\n\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer Part Number: USB2-HUB4BC\n\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer Website Address: http:\/\/www.plugable.com\n\u003cbr\u003ePlatform Supported: Linux\n\u003cbr\u003ePackage Contents: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 x USB 2.0 4-PORT HUB WITH 12.5W POWER ADAPTER WITH BC 1.2 CHARGING\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 x USB Mini-B to USB-A Cable\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 x 12.5W Power Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eLimited Warranty: 2 Year","brand":"Plugable Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39843852025931,"sku":"USB2-HUB4BC","price":48.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/products\/PLUGABLE-USB2-HUB4BC-USB-2_04-PORT-HIGH-SPEED-HUB.jpg?v=1691048662","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/plugable-usb2-hub4bc-usb-2-0-4-port-high-speed-hub","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}