Powered USB Hub, atolla Aluminum 5-Port USB 3.0 Hub with 4 USB 3.0 Data Ports and 1 USB Smart Charging Port, USB Splitter with 5V/3A Power Adapter and Individual Switches

This a simple USB hub which extends number of USB ports on any computer or you can mount it on wall and use it for charging your devices. This is perfect for charging headphones, photo printer and even phones. I wish there would have been more than 1 smart charging part. Not to mention, each port can be switched on/off independently.

I really needed more USB 3.0 slots for my computer, mostly because my Motherboard only has four and they are the main USB slots so I dont have enough for USB 3.0 compliant devices. This device, as stated, adds 4 more data USB ports and one charging port. While it does work exactly as intended, as I have not had it melt or break on me in the two years I have had it, there are some quirks that have started to really grind my gears. For some reason, and I dont exactly know what causes this, the device will act like any devices I have hooked to it were ejected then reinserted. For a grand majority of people this would not be a massive issues. However, if you use this device for anything that needs a constant connection (Capture Devices, Webcams, Hard Drives) then this is a massive nuisance and could cause programs to crash depending on if it is using the device that is plugged in. According to other reviews, and my own current test, disabling the Smart Charging port seems to fix the issue. Besides that one single issue I have yet to have any problems with this hub. Although saying that, the issue is pretty substantial for what should be a pretty normal function.

My USB devices seem to be multiplying. I never have enough ports, and needed up upgrade the cheap 4-port hub I’ve been using. I was attracted to this one because it has the ability to turn off individual ports, which is nice. I can leave everything plugged in and turn them on as needed. No more plugging and unplugging devices from the back. Anything that makes working from home easier gets five stars in my book.

It really work great, and provides the ability to connect various sources for easier working conditions.

This unit worked Right Out Of The Box, which is a Big Plus. The port switches are a great feature, as it allows me to de-power a device WITHOUT unplugging it from the port. I do wish the Power Adapter cord was a couple of feet LONGER - doesnt impact the rating as its Just A Wishful Feature To Have. Yes, ** I DO ** recommend this unit...

I have a piece of musical equipment (Novation LaunchPad) that goes into a flashing light Las Vegas Demo mode whenever my computer goes to sleep. To mitigate this I would have to unplug its USB-C connection, then fish for the cable whenever I would want to use it. The power buttons provide for a more elegant and convenient solution for turning the instrument on and off. Its a smart looking hub. Works fast and does everything I ask it too.

Was hoping to get a quality powered USB hub. Unfortunately, the red port (charge only) has stopped working in a little over 7 months after purchase. It is very disappointing because up to that point it worked flawlessly. I wonder how long until rest of the ports stop working.

This is a great hub. Well built. Ports are nice and snug. Will buy from them again.

This is exactly what I needed for copying data between two external 2.5 disks. My laptop has only one high-speed USB port, and the other two USB ports (USB 1.1/2.0) are taken by mouse and keyboard receivers so I needed a powered USB hub. This one had the right price and has been working beautifully for nearly a month. I recommend it!

This is a well made sturdy hub with switches for each port that light when active. Also has a charging port for you rechargeable devices. I like the fact that it is powered since it wont depend on power from the computer USB hub thereby allowing multiple ports to work from on computer port. Also, it is attractive on my desk and the price is right.