Product ID: USB421HS
The USB421HS 4-to-1 USB Switch Box allows for a USB 2.0 device to be shared with up to 4 different computer systems, without having to disconnect and reconnect the cabling everytime. Push-button controls makes switching between computers quick and easy, with additional keyboard hot-key switching and Windows® based software also available.
With no external power adapter required, and with its compact design, the USB 2.0 data switch takes up very little space and is easily portable. Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 4 - External Ports | USB B (4 pin) |
1 - External Ports | USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 | |
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) | |
Humidity | 0% ~ 90% RH | |
Hardware | Ports | 4 |
Interface | USB 2.0 | |
Indicators | 4 - LED Indicators | Computer Selection |
Packaging Information | Package Height | 36 mm [1,4 in] |
Package Length | 17,3 cm [6,8 in] | |
Package Width | 14,1 cm [5,6 in] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 175,5 g [6,2 oz] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 480 Mbps |
Physical Characteristics | Color | Silver |
Material | Plastic | |
Product Length | 10,1 cm [4,0 in] | |
Product Width | 50 mm [2,0 in] | |
Product Height | 19 mm [0,7 in] | |
Weight of Product | 80 g [2,8 oz] | |
Power | Power Source | USB-Powered |
Software | OS Compatibility | OS Independent; No software or drivers required |
Special Notes / Requirements | Note | Port switching software and Hotkeys are only Windows compatible. |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB Data Switch |
2 - Included in Package | USB cable | |
1 - Included in Package | Software CD | |
Instruction Manual |
Add 5 USB 2.0 ports to any desktop computer with a PCI slot
Add six external and one internal high speed USB 2.0 ports to any PCIe compatible PC
Add 2 USB 2.0 ports to a laptop through a CardBus slot
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Live Chat (opens in new window)If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
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