Boasting a design similar to Apple iMac and MacBook systems, the Sabrent USB 3.0 4-Port Aluminum Hub Silverfrom Sabrent USB 3.0 4-Port Aluminum Hub Silverlets you add four USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports to your compatible Windows, Mac, or Linux computer.

This silver USB hub plugs doesn't require any installation software or drivers; simply plug it into an available USB port on your system. Built with an aluminum shell and a rubber bottom for stability, the Sabrent hub comes with a detachable 30" USB cable and boasts transfer speeds up to 5 Gb/s. This USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices.

4 x USB 3.0 Ports/3.1 Gen 1    Up to 5 Gb/s Data Transfer Rate    Plug-and-Play    Aluminum Mac-Style Design    Supports Windows, Mac, and Linux PCs

Add four USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 ports to any compatible device. USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0 are synonymous.

Supports transfer speeds up to 5 Gb/s (USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1), 480 Mb/s (USB 2.0), or 12 Mb/s (USB 1.1).

Plug-and-play setup, no drivers or software required.

Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux computers.

Mac-style design ideal for Mac Pro, iMac, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook, and Mac mini systems.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Why doesn't my external drive show up on my desktop when plugged into this?

A: There are many reasons why that could be happening. Please reach out to us via email at pc@bhphotovideo.com so we can help you troubleshoot.

Q: 2. Does this bus power external hard drives via USB?

A: In my experience no.

Q: 3. Would this be able to handle offloading RAW footage to multiple drives? Bought the one that busses power and it was of no use.

A: This model has its own power adapter, so you should see better results.

Q: 4. Can I use this as a passive hub plugged into the computer but with its power adapter NOT plugged in?

A: You need to have the power supply plugged in. That is the only way it will work.

Q: 5. What is the material for the housing/case... metal/aluminum or plastic, etc.? If plastic, any interference w other peripherals (ie wireless keyboard, wireless headphones, etc.)? And what was your solution for any interference(s)? Please advise. Thx in advance!

A: The Sabrent 10-Port USB 3.0 Hub is made up of a hard plastic material.

Q: 6. Can you use this Sabrent HB-MAC3 usb hub to charge devices like iphone?

A: This 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub will not charge your devices (it will only sync).

Q: 7. Is this backwards compatible with USB 2.0 ports on older iMac?

A: Yes, the Sabrent 7-Port USB 3.0 Hub BH #SAHBBUP7 is backwards compatible with USB 2.0.

Q: 8. Will it work using a card reader to import photos?

A: Yes. I've plugged a few different kinds of USB 3 card readers into it. I haven't verified it through measurement, but it seems to be operating at the same USB3 speed as my iMac.

Q: 9. If I switch off power to a port does that also turn off data transmission through that port?

A: That is correct. It will turn it off.

Q: 10. Will this usb hub (sabrent hb-mac3 power external drives if connected to imac?

A: The 4-Port USB 3.0. Hub must not exceed a combined current of 5 volts 900 mAh. External hard-drives should be connected to an external power source.