StarTech.com 10-Port Industrial USB 2.0 Hub: Rugged USB Expansion with ESD Level 4 Protection

The StarTech.com 10-Port Industrial USB 2.0 Hub is the ultimate solution for professionals who demand reliable, durable USB expansion in challenging environments. Crafted for industrial settings, laboratories, and field deployments, this rugged USB hub delivers expansive connectivity without compromising on performance or protection. It consolidates multiple USB peripherals — from data-collection devices and barcode scanners to printers and control modules — into a single, organized hub, helping you reduce cable clutter and streamline your workflows. With a design that thrives in harsh conditions, it combines robust construction with practical mounting flexibility, giving you a scalable, dependable USB expansion that adapts to your workspace and application needs. Whether you’re equipping a factory floor PC, a mobile workstation, or a lab rack, this USB hub provides stable, high-speed connections and a level of protection that keeps critical devices online.

• Massive 10-Port USB 2.0 Expansion — Add ten downstream USB-A ports to your system for expansive peripheral connectivity. Each port supports high-speed USB 2.0 up to 480 Mbps, enabling smooth operation for data-rich devices like barcode scanners, printers, IoT sensors, data loggers, and legacy USB peripherals. The 10-port design enables you to consolidate devices into a single hub, reducing port hopping and freeing up valuable host ports. In busy environments, this means you can run multiple devices side-by-side with reliable performance, ensuring that your operations—whether in manufacturing, warehouse automation, or field service—keep pace with demand.
• Industrial-Grade Rugged Design — Built for harsh environments, this hub uses a rugged enclosure designed to withstand dust, shock, and vibration common in industrial plants and service vehicles. The durable construction protects critical connections and maintains signal integrity even in demanding conditions. This ruggedness translates to enhanced uptime and reduced maintenance, helping you deploy USB peripherals in concrete floors, fatigue-prone assembly lines, or remote service sites with confidence. The hub’s robust chassis also supports long cable runs and frequent device plugging, delivering consistent performance where reliability is non-negotiable.
• ESD Level 4 Protection — The hub offers elevated protection against electrostatic discharge, a common hazard in industrial environments where personnel and equipment frequently handle cables and connectors. ESD Level 4 protection helps safeguard sensitive USB devices and the hub itself from static events, reducing the risk of damage during installation, maintenance, or daily use. By mitigating ESD-related failures, this feature contributes to longer equipment life, lower replacement costs, and steadier operation in environments with high static potential, such as production floors, clean rooms, or outdoor installations.
• Flexible Mounting: DIN Rail, Wall, or Desk — Deployment flexibility is a key strength. The hub is designed to integrate into a variety of spaces, offering mounting options for DIN rail, wall, or desk installations. This flexibility makes it easy to place the hub where cables and devices converge, whether you’re mounting it inside a control panel, on a workstation bench, or on a rugged work cart. The ability to securely fasten the hub in multiple ways helps minimize cable clutter, improve cable management, and support tidy, efficient setups in busy environments where space is at a premium.
• Broad Compatibility and Easy Deployment — Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux environments, this USB 2.0 hub provides broad OS support for a wide range of devices. Its design emphasizes plug-and-play usability, enabling straightforward expansion without complex configuration in most scenarios. This makes it ideal for mixed environments—industrial PCs, POS terminals, educational labs, or research facilities—where a reliable, compatible USB expansion is essential to keep devices connected and productive.

Technical Details of StarTech.com 10-Port Industrial USB 2.0 Hub

• Port count: 10 downstream USB-A 2.0 ports
• USB standard: USB 2.0 high-speed (480 Mbps per port)
• Protection: ESD Level 4 protection for enhanced reliability in industrial environments
• Housing: Industrial-grade rugged enclosure designed to withstand challenging conditions
• Mounting options: DIN rail, wall-mount, and desk-mount capable
• Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux

How to install StarTech.com 10-Port Industrial USB 2.0 Hub

• Choose a mounting option (DIN rail, wall, or desk) and securely install the hub in the desired location to minimize cable clutter and maximize accessibility for connected devices.
• Connect the hub to a host device using a standard USB cable to establish the upstream connection. Ensure the host USB port provides adequate power for connected devices if you are not using an external power source.
• If your setup requires additional power for connected peripherals, connect an appropriate power source to the hub or use a supported external power option per your environment’s needs. This helps maintain stable operation when multiple high-demand devices are attached.
• Attach USB peripherals to any of the ten downstream ports. Route cables to avoid interference and ensure devices have reliable, unobstructed connections.
• Power on the hub and verify device recognition in the operating system. Confirm that each connected device functions as expected, and adjust device order or port assignment if necessary for optimal performance.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How many ports does this hub have? A: It provides 10 USB-A 2.0 ports for downstream connections.
• Q: What environments is this hub designed for? A: Industrial, rugged environments including manufacturing floors, labs, and mobile deployments, with ESD Level 4 protection for enhanced reliability.
• Q: What mounting options are available? A: DIN rail, wall, and desk mounting for flexible deployment in a variety of spaces.
• Q: Which operating systems does it support? A: Windows, macOS, and Linux are supported in typical USB 2.0 hub deployments.
• Q: Is the hub plug-and-play? A: Yes, it is designed for easy, plug-and-play deployment with compatible USB peripherals, reducing setup time and complexity.