3.0 USB Hub

A 3.0 USB hub is a device that expands a single USB 3.0 port into multiple ports, allowing you to connect several USB devices to your computer simultaneously. Here’s a quick overview:

🔧 Key Features:

• USB 3.0 Speed: Up to 5 Gbps data transfer rate (around 10x faster than USB 2.0).

• Backward Compatibility: Works with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.

• Power Options:

  • Bus-powered: Draws power from the computer (suitable for low-power devices).

  • Self-powered: Comes with an external power adapter for charging or using high-power devices like external hard drives.

• Number of Ports: Usually ranges from 4 to 10 ports.

• Form Factor: Available in compact travel versions or larger desktop models.

📦 Common Use Cases:

• Expanding ports on laptops or tablets.

• Connecting external hard drives, flash drives, printers, keyboards, and mice.

• Charging smartphones and other USB-powered devices (especially with powered hubs).