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Plugable 7-in-1 USB C Hub Multiport Adapter with Ethernet Driverless Compatibility with Mac, Windows, iPhone 15, Chromebook, USB4, Thunderbolt, 100W Charging, Ethernet, 4K60Hz HDMI, 2X USB, SD/microSD
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Brand | Plugable |
Color | Black, Grey |
Hardware Interface | USB Type C |
Special Feature | Powered |
Compatible Devices | IPhone 15 Pro / Plus / Max, USB-C Chromebooks from Acer / Asus / Lenovo / Google / HP / Lenovo / Samsung, Thunderbolt 3 Macbook Pro & Air (M1 / M2 / M3 and Intel-based), USB-C Microsoft Surface line w/ USB-C: Pro 7 / Go & Go2 / Book 2 & 3 / Laptop 2 & 3, HP Spectre x360 series, Dell XPS 13 & XPS 15 (9300 9310 9350 9360 9370 9380 9550 9560 9570 7390 +more) / Latitude (5580 7280 7400 7490 +more), Lenovo Thinkpad T series (T470, T480, T490), Huawei Matebook Pro, LG Gram, Samsung Galaxy TabPro S See more |
About this item
- 7-in-1 Expansion - Transform a single USB C or Thunderbolt port into a 7-in-1 USB-C hub with 2x USB 3.0 ports, 1x 4K HDMI, 1x Gigabit Ethernet port, 1x SD card reader, 1x microSD card slot, and 1x USB-C Power Delivery charging port
- 4K HDMI Display - The 4K USB-C to HDMI adapter can push your creativity to the next screen with resolutions up to 4K 60Hz. The sturdy and compact metal construction means the USB Type C hub packs perfectly into a pack
- High-Speed Data and Charging - USB 3.0 ports for fast 5Gbps data transfer, SD and Micro SD card slots for versatility, and 100W USB-C pass-through charging means charging at max speed (not all laptops support USB-C PD)
- Reliable Performance - Use all the ports at once or one at a time, this Type-C Thunderbolt 3 hub has simultaneous port functionality and intelligent power handling. So no overdrawing power, screen flicker, or port problems common in other USB hubs
- 2-Year Coverage, Lifetime Support - Every Plugable product, including this USB C multiport adapter, is covered against defects for 2 years and comes with lifetime support. If you ever have questions, contact our North American-based team - even before purchase
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The Reliable Hub That Lets You Do More With Less
Through a single connection, make space for your preferred peripherals. The Plugable 7-in-1 USB-C Hub (USBC-7IN1E) lets you connect an extra 4K HDMI monitor, two USB devices like a mouse and keyboard, wired Gigabit Ethernet, SD or microSD cards, and 87W charging.
This compact and ruggedly constructed USB-C hub is engineered to fix the issues most commonly associated with USB hubs. With the latest, updated chipsets, you can expect a more reliable DisplayPort over USB-C signal, which means no more flickering screens. It also means intelligent power handling, which prevents overdrawing power. But most importantly, this hub supports consistency in port functionality so you can use all of the ports at the same time.
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Charge UpDon’t waste a USB-C port on a charger. The USBC-7IN1E has pass-through charging so you can use all of your peripherals and charge your laptop at the same time, all through one USB-C port. Supports USB-C Power Delivery (PD) input up to 100W and can charge supported systems up to 87W. Note: USB-C power adapter not included. |
High Definition DisplayYou’ve got too much to do to be cooped up in a little laptop screen. Stretch out with an HDMI-equipped monitor, T.V., or projector and achieve resolutions up to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz (4K 30Hz). For laptops that support DisplayPort 1.4, this hub supports HDMI displays at up to 4K 60Hz. Note: Not all laptops support DisplayPort 1.4. See “Compatible Systems” below for a list of known DP 1.4 hosts. Please consult your laptop manufacturer to help determine if your system is DP 1.4 capable. This hub will not work with DisplayPort monitors. |
Let’s ConnectTwo USB 3.0 (5Gbps data transfer speeds) ports let you connect anything from keyboards to storage devices. SD and microSD card slots so you can quickly transfer the images and videos on your camera without actually connecting your camera. Gigabit Ethernet port so you can connect to the world even if you can’t connect to the WiFi. |
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Compatibility
Compatible Systems | Plug and Play installation on any Chromebook/Windows/Mac/iPhone 15/Linux hosts which support DisplayPort Alternate Mode (Alt Mode) video output functionality. Adapter has been fully tested for functionality on the 2018+ iPad Pro (mirroring only)/MacBook Air/iMac and iMac Pro/MacBook and MacBook Pro/Google Pixelbook/Dell XPS 13 & XPS 15/Lenovo Thinkpad/HP Spectre x360/Samsung DeX capable devices/Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Go/and many other systems which support USB-C DP Alt Mode. |
Known laptop computers which support DisplayPort 1.4 include the Surface Pro 7/Surface Laptop 3/Surface Pro X. | |
Audio is supported on HDMI-capable TVs, projectors, and monitors with built-in speakers. | |
Incompatible Systems | Most current phones and tablets with USB-C ports do not support Alt Mode video output. ASMedia USB 3.1 controllers do not support Alt Mode video output. |
Most motherboards with dual USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports are limited to a single Alt Mode output; only one Alt Mode adapter supported per system. |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
USB-C Charging* | Up to 87W | Up to 87W | Up to 60W | Up to 92W |
Display Output | HDMI | HDMI | HDMI | 2x HDMI |
Max Resolution | 4K 60Hz* | 4K 30Hz | 4K 30Hz | 4K 60Hz |
SD/microSD Card Reader | ✓ | ✓ | - | ✓ |
Ethernet Port | ✓ | - | - | ✓ |
*A separate and not included USB-C charger is required for USB-C Pass-Through Charging
*4K 60Hz is only supported on laptops which support DisplayPort 1.4
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Quality of material | — | — | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Light weight | 5.0 | — | 4.4 | — | — | 4.8 |
For traveling | 4.5 | — | — | 4.5 | — | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.4 | — | 4.1 | — | 4.3 | — |
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hardware interface | usb c | usb c | usb c | usb | usb c | hdmi, microsd, usb3.0, usb c |
number of ports | 7 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 6 |
compatible devices | IPhone 15 Pro / Plus / Max, USB-C Chromebooks from Acer / Asus / Lenovo / Google / HP / Lenovo / Samsung, Thunderbolt 3 Macbook Pro & Air (M1 / M2 / M3 and Intel-based), USB-C Microsoft Surface line w/ USB-C: Pro 7 / Go & Go2 / Book 2 & 3 / Laptop 2 & 3, HP Spectre x360 series, Dell XPS 13 & XPS 15 (9300 9310 9350 9360 9370 9380 9550 9560 9570 7390 +more) / Latitude (5580 7280 7400 7490 +more), Lenovo Thinkpad T series (T470, T480, T490), Huawei Matebook Pro, LG Gram, Samsung Galaxy TabPro S | Supports full-featured USB-C, USB4, and Thunderbolt 3 / Thunderbolt 4 systems running Windows 10 / 11 & ChromeOS 100 or newer & macOS 11 and later including, M1 / M2 / M3 based MacBooks (M1 Pro/Max, M2 Pro/Max, M3 Pro/Max), Intel-based Thunderbolt 3 MacBooks (late 2016+), HP ProBook / EliteBook / Spectre x360 series, Dell XPS / Latitude / Inspiron series, Lenovo ThinkPad / IdeaPad / Yoga , Microsoft Surface Pro / Go / Book / Laptop models, LG Gram, Thousands of other laptops which are compliant with full-featured, standards-compliant USB-C ports | MacBook Pro M3 (14"), MacBook Pro M3 Pro (14" & 16"), MacBook Pro M3 Max (14" & 16"), MacBook Pro (13‑inch, M2, 2022), MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016 - 2019), MacBook Pro (14‑inch, 2023), MacBook Pro (14‑inch, 2021), MacBook Pro (16‑inch, 2023), MacBook Pro (16‑inch, 2021), MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019), MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016 - 2019), MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 2024), MacBook Air (13-inch, M3, 2024), MacBook Air (15-inch, M2, 2023), MacBook Air (13-inch, M2, 2022), MacBook Air (M1, 2020), MacBook Air (Retina, 13‑inch, 2020), MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018 - 2019), iMac M3 (2023), iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019–2020), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017), iMac Pro (2017), Mac mini (2023), Mac mini (M1, 2020), Mac mini (2018), Mac Studio (2023), Mac Studio (2022), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation), iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (4th generation), iPad (10th generation), iPad mini (6th generation), Lenovo Yoga 720-13IKB, Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio, Dell XPS 13 9300, Microsoft Surface Pro 9/8/7, Google PixelBook Go, HP Spectre Convertible, Razer Blade, Huawei Matebook , and more USB-C devices | M1 / M2 / M3 MacBook Pro, M2, M3 MacBook Air | IPhone 15 Pro / Plus / Max, USB-C Chromebooks from Acer / Asus / Lenovo / Google / HP / Lenovo / Samsung, Thunderbolt 3 Macbook Pro & Air (M1 / M2 / M3 and Intel-based), USB-C Microsoft Surface line w/ USB-C: Pro 7 / Go & Go2 / Book 2 & 3 / Laptop 2 & 3, HP Spectre x360 series, Dell XPS 13 & XPS 15 (9300 9310 9350 9360 9370 9380 9550 9560 9570 7390 +more) / Latitude (5580 7280 7400 7490 +more), Lenovo Thinkpad T series (T470, T480, T490), Huawei Matebook Pro, LG Gram, Samsung Galaxy TabPro S | Macbook M1,M2,Type C Laptops,iPad Air/Pro/Mini,iMac,Steam Deck,Type C Smartphones,Mouse, Keyboard,iPhone 15 Pro Max,iPhone 15 Pro,iPhone 15,iPhone 15 Plus |
data transfer rate | 5 gigabits per second | 10 gigabits per second | 4 gigabits per second | 5.0 gigabits per second, 40.0 gigabits per second | 5 gigabits per second | 500 megabytes per second |
operating system | Windows 10, Windows 7, Mac OS 9 | Windows 10, Chrome OS, Windows 11 | macOS, Windows, iPadOS | Windows 10, Linux, Windows 7 | MacOS 11.x, 10.15, and 10.14, Windows 10, 8.x, 7, Chrome OS, Linux | MacOS, Windows XP/7/8/10/Vista, Chrome OS, Linux, Android |
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Product Dimensions | 7.4 x 3.6 x 0.8 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
ASIN | B08NXV94QM |
Item model number | USBC-7IN1E |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #391 in USB Hubs |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 20, 2020 |
Manufacturer | Plugable |
Country of Origin | China |
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Customers like the value, ease of use, size and weight of the multiport hub. For example, they mention it's simple to use, compact and ideal for travel. They also like the sturdiness, performance, and ports. That said, opinions are mixed on connectivity.
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Customers like the performance of the multiport hub. For example, they say it works well for all their devices, the Ethernet and HDMI work flawlessly, and it's fully featured for most needs. Some mention that the ethernet jack appears to work.
"...it did it lagged horribly and heated up quite a bit and this one works perfectly...." Read more
"...Packs better in my laptop case and works great. Love it.Cons: None that I've found." Read more
"Everything works great except for 4K 60Hz on an ASUS TUF15 gaming laptop. It glitches out sometimes at 60Hz. 4K 30Hz is stable, though." Read more
"...Solid performer that packs light, and lasts forever. Works great with my HP laptop, Dell Desktop and MacBook Air m2" Read more
Customers like the ports on the multiport hub. They say it has a good selection, all of the ports work, and the SD card ports also work fine. Some appreciate that the product came with pictures of its ports.
"...The SD card ports also work fine...." Read more
"Pretty much every port you need. Solid performer that packs light, and lasts forever. Works great with my HP laptop, Dell Desktop and MacBook Air m2" Read more
"MacBook Pro and Microsoft Surface do not work with HDMI. Port was DOA. Seems to be a known issue, not sure why they would sell this still." Read more
"This great little dongle is small and durable, but still has a good number of ports. Of special interest to me is the ethernet port...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the multiport hub to be very light, portable, and compact. They also say it's ideal for travel and a solid performer that packs light. Some mention that it'll last forever.
"Pretty much every port you need. Solid performer that packs light, and lasts forever. Works great with my HP laptop, Dell Desktop and MacBook Air m2" Read more
"...USB A connections are used every day. Travels in my computer bag." Read more
"...Solid connection to the computer, feels sturdy but not heavy, the cable is long enough for easy connections but not so long it gets in the way,..." Read more
"...works great and is compact which makes it ideal for travel." Read more
Customers like the size of the multiport hub. They say it's compact, light weight, and fully featured for most needs. Some mention that it packs better in their laptop case.
"Likes: Replaced three other accessories. Packs better in my laptop case and works great. Love it.Cons: None that I've found." Read more
"This great little dongle is small and durable, but still has a good number of ports. Of special interest to me is the ethernet port...." Read more
"...I like how compact this, as I can easily take this with me. I have a larger docking station being sent from my work, which cost $300." Read more
"...It has a seventh, but I presently don't need it. It is compact, yet accessing the plug ins are easy...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sturdiness of the multiport hub. They mention that it's a solid product, reliable, and will last a long time. The stainless steel and heavy duty power cord make the hub feel like it will last forever.
"Pretty much every port you need. Solid performer that packs light, and lasts forever. Works great with my HP laptop, Dell Desktop and MacBook Air m2" Read more
"This great little dongle is small and durable, but still has a good number of ports. Of special interest to me is the ethernet port...." Read more
"I love Plugable products. This is a solid product that feels good in your hand, not some plastic case...." Read more
"...steel and heavy duty power cord makes this hub feel like it will last a long time. If you have the new M-1 Macbook Air, this is the hub for you." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the USB 3.0 to USB 3.1 adapter. They say it's a great product for the price.
"...Does everything I need at a reasonable price." Read more
"...In general, it is worth the money, but also be aware of the potential problem here." Read more
"...It is quite a bargain too!" Read more
"...drop 200$ on a caldigit, but this thing works amazingly, and at a great price!..." Read more
Customers find the adapter easy to use, with a fast setup and plug-and-play setup. They also say it's compact and easy to access the plug-ins. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of use and recommend the product to others.
"...I have it connected to my Asus monitor and it runs smooth and is easy to connect. Thanks plugable great product." Read more
"...This one I got along with a new M1 MacBook Pro. Immediate usage and problem solver. The Ethernet connection alone is ultra-useful...." Read more
"...This adapter is so simple to use. It converted one USB-C port to six different ports that I need. It has a seventh, but I presently don't need it...." Read more
"...No software to download to update drivers etc.Fast simple set up." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the multiport hub. Some mention that the Ethernet connection alone is ultra-useful, while others say that it's unreliable and the HDMI connection comes and goes.
"...From my limited experience, Plugable makes good stuff." Read more
"I bought this to use with my new Mac and it didn’t provide any power to it. I was trying to insert a flash drive and it wouldn’t connect...." Read more
"...Immediate usage and problem solver. The Ethernet connection alone is ultra-useful. USB A connections are used every day...." Read more
"...I have also learnt that the 7in1 unit does not have enough power output to support charging my IPad at the same time as making a Time Machine Back-up..." Read more
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However, to be as happy as me, I believe that you'll want to make sure your laptop has Display Port 1.4 support, and if you want to abandon your laptop's charger, then your laptop needs USB Power Delivery (PD) support and you'll need a reliable USB-C PD power source.
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I got this adapter to extend the USB-C port on my HP 15-eg2073cl laptop. Before buying this adapter, I tried to verify that it would work for my laptop and then find an appropriate USB-C PD power source.
Regarding the laptop's compatibility: HP is getting real sloppy on its per-model published specs, especially for club models; as a result full specs are not always entirely clear for any particular laptop from any model line. For example, HP's spec for my laptop's model line mentions a couple of 12th-generation Intel CPUs, but my laptop has a different 12th-generation Intel CPU. I took a chance because the model spec mentions USB Power Delivery and Display Port 1.4 support, and I was gratified that my laptop did indeed have those features.
Regarding the USB-C PD power source: I had a difficult time trying to find a UL-listed charger from a reputable manufacturer that was specified to comply with USB PD and had a greater than 70W capacity. (I wanted >70W because: my laptop requires up to 45W, the Pluggable multiport adapter seems to require 13W and can also supply up to an additional 12W to its USB ports, and it's good to leave some headroom so you're not running the power adapter hot at its full rating.) In the end, I decided to buy an Apple 96W USB-C Power Adapter, because I figured that an Apple product would be reliable, because it's UL listed, and because it's specified to use the PD standard. My local Apple Store was out of stock on the 96W, so I went with the new Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter, which uses the newer PD 3.1 standard. It's too expensive, but it works great and I can anticipate being able to safely use it for many years.
Because the Pluggable is now providing power to the laptop, I unplugged the HP-provided charger from the laptop's power port.
I didn't have to install any drivers; the original Windows 11 release on my laptop had everything it needed to use all the Pluggable's features.
When looking for an adapter, I noticed that some people mention that multiport adapters like this run hot and indeed so does the FAQ for this adapter. The hottest spot on my Pluggable 7-in-1 runs at 107 degrees F (measured by an IR thermometer). 107 degrees can feel "quite warm" if you grab it tightly and hold it for a while, especially compared to my laptop's typical 95 degree warmest-spot temperature, but "barely warm" would be a more apt description.
I've tested that I can drive either a 4K and HD monitor from the adapter's HDMI port at 60Hz. Currently I'm using a dual-monitor setup: a 4K monitor attached directly to my laptop and an HD monitor attached to the Pluggable. (I could also simultaneously use my laptop's screen, but I don't have the desk space, so I turned it off.)
I'm also using the two USB ports for an external drive and keyboard, and they both work fine. The SD card ports also work fine.
Last, I use the Ethernet port to hardwire my laptop to my network, and because I use a lot of remote desktops, the Ethernet link is always busy.
I did have one issue: I used this Pluggable adapter for a week without any problems, but then the Ethernet stopped working. In order to "fix it", I had to remove the Pluggable adapter from the laptop, then remove/restore the USB-C power from the Pluggable adapter, then restore the Pluggable adapter to the laptop. Another 1.5 weeks has passed and this problem has not recurred. Notably, around the same time, Windows updated the Realtek drivers, so I'm thinking this was a transient issue unlikely to recur.
The bottom line: I've used various Pluggable USB serial and ethernet dongles for years, and they've always worked flawlessly. So far, this multiport adapter seems to be in the same high-quality camp.
I've added this many months later: First, this adapter does not use a Realtek Ethernet chip, it uses the ASIX AX88179A. Second, my Ethernet has not failed since that one time when the Ethernet stopped working. Put simply, it has been rock solid. I contrast that to several other Realtek-based Ethernet USB adapters I own that routinely stop and need to be unplugged/replugged.
Cons: None that I've found.
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It works great for both devices and was cheaper than similar adapters from other manufacturers (I paid $59). It gets my ethernet and access to regular USB and a microSD card reader.
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The price is not insubstantial but honestly it’s worth it just to get out of Dongle Hell and just have one plug-in unit that gets everything done.
The only downside I noticed with the previous model was a bit of a bottleneck if you copied from a device on the hub to a device on the hub (SD card to external SSD for e.g.) but I so far have not tested the same on this model and that also may be the iPad, not the hub.
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It's compact and lightweight, yet packs plenty of ports.
I've tried using Hdmi (HD 60hz), a Usb-A webcam, and 1Gbps Ethernet plus power delivery in a Zoom call and it all works a charm.
The only minor negative is that the short cable leaves the hub dangling awkwardly off the side of my Surface Pro 9.
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