USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-B to 4x Type-A) hub StarTech 5G4AINDRM-USB-A-HUB, 5 Gbps, metal housing, black

StarTech 5G4AINDRM-USB-A-HUB is a compact, industrial-grade 4-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub with a Type-B host interface and four Type-A downstream ports supporting up to 5 Gbps. Housed in a rugged metal enclosure, the hub includes a Type-A to Type-B cable and offers mounting options for desks, walls or DIN rails. It is designed for use in commercial and industrial environments where durability, secure port control and flexible power options are required.

Advantages

The managed hub enables individual port control and remote rebooting via the USB Hub Administrator Software, which is compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux. Its metal housing provides drop and impact resistance and includes Level-4 ESD protection (15 kV air, 8 kV contact). The device accepts wide-range DC input via a terminal block (+7 to 48 V) and, with an external power source, supports USB battery charging specification 1.2 to supply up to 1.5 A (7.5 W) on three downstream ports. Built-in mounting brackets and a DIN-rail option simplify installation in industrial settings.

Suitable for

• Industrial workstations and factory automation equipment
• Warehouse and logistics terminals
• Secure office environments and shared workspaces
• IT racks and control cabinets with DIN-rail mounting

Key specifications

• USB standard: SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
• Ports: 1 × USB Type-B host, 4 × USB Type-A downstream
• Enclosure: rugged metal housing
• Dimensions (manufacturer data): 114 × 67 × 26 mm
• ESD protection: 15 kV air, 8 kV contact (Level-4)
• Power input: terminal block, DC +7 to +48 V
• Charging: supports USB BC 1.2, up to 1.5 A (7.5 W) on three downstream ports with external power
• Software: USB Hub Administrator and Connectivity Tools with port control, logging and CLI support; compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux

How to use

Connect the hub to a host computer using the included USB Type-A to Type-B cable, mount the hub where needed using the built-in brackets or DIN-rail bracket, and attach an appropriate external DC power source to the terminal block for full functionality. Install the USB Hub Administrator Software on the host to enable remote port enabling/disabling, hub reboot, password protection, port-state saving and CLI commands. For logging and device monitoring, install the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools application.

Usage recommendations

For reliable high-speed data transfer and device charging, use an external power adapter within the specified +7 to +48 V range. StarTech offers a compatible adapter sold separately to ensure maximum performance. Regularly update the Hub Administrator and Connectivity Tools software to maintain compatibility and leverage security and logging features.