StarTech.com 4X4 USB 3.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch - For Mac/Windows/Linux
$123.99
Mfg # HBS304A24A
CDW # 5188900
| UNSPSC 43211609
Quick tech specs
- Share up to four USB 3.0 devices between four different computers
- Save costs with this USB switch by sharing USB devices such as a printer/portable hard drive/mouse/keyboard with four computers
- Hot pluggable USB A/B switch
- LED indicates active computer
- 4X4 USB 3.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch for Mac/Windows/Linux
- USB 3.0 switch with remote port selector lets you switch devices from one computer to another with the press of a button
- Over-current protection
- USB Printer Switch
Know your gear
This 4x4 USB 3.0 peripheral sharing switch lets you share four USB 3.0 peripheral devices between four different computers, providing a cost-effective way to create a more productive, space-efficient work area.
Save costs and time by sharing peripherals
Save the expense of purchasing duplicate peripherals, by sharing devices (such as USB printers, portable hard drives, mouse and keyboard) with up to four computers. The USB switch also lets you avoid having to swap cables from one system to another, saving time and effort.
Fast data transfer speed
Enjoy fast data transfers to and from your shared peripheral devices. The USB switch supports USB 3.0 (up to 5 Gbps), providing high-bandwidth support for devices like external hard drives and webcams. The USB 3.0 switch is also backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 and works with older devices.
Easy to use
The plug-and-play USB switch is easy to use, with no drivers or software required. It features a remote port selector that lets you switch peripheral devices from one computer to another with the press of a button. The LED indicates the active computer.
The switch’s compact design takes up minimal desk space and it’s USB-powered.
Share more devices
The 4-port USB switch can also be connected to a USB hub or docking station, to expand the number of shared devices.
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StarTech.com 4X4 USB 3.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch - For Mac/Windows/Linux is rated
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Rated 5 out of
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Starr from
4port Peripheral Sharing Switch USB 3.0 5Gbps
What a great device. Everything you need comes in the box. It includes a cable with a one button push to change computers accessibility to the shared devices. The led lights show which computer is active. They even included a USB Micro-B port to allow you to plug in a 5V power cable in case your peripheral requires more power than what the computer delivers through the normal USB 3.0 ports.
Date published: 2018-09-20T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
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Andrew11 from
4x4 Sharing
I really like the concept and design of this USB sharing switch. If you have a lot of computers and are sharing USB peripherals by moving cables around, this will allow you to connect them all together, and then with the included remote cabled switch, hide all those cables away and keep your work surface neat and tidy. One thing I did note was that for some USB Memory keys, you might need a microUSB cable to provide a little more power. This cable isn’t included and though most people have a bunch of them, it’s worth mentioning to have one handy during setup.
I received this product in exchange for an unbiased review
Date published: 2018-10-31T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
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rbetha from
Useless and overpriced
The device is useless if you actually want to switch between devices more than once. So from A to B and back to A it works but then if you go to B again, if it will kill the USB ports on A so you can't get back into A without a reboot. I've tried with multiple systems and different combinations and always the same - kills the ports. And since all IO is USB, you have to reboot. They also advertise that it has a "remote". It doesn't in in the modern sense. Its a skinny tethered cord about 4 feet in length which won't 6 months of use. And as other are saying you also have to triple click to to get back to A from B since it tries to cycle a non existent C and D. Don't buy it - i can't remember the last time i felt so ripped off.
Date published: 2021-07-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
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alw_Audio from
Perfect working from home device
I currently have 3 PC's on my desk, a gaming PC, an old Mac Mini and my work laptop. This device is the perfect device for swapping my keyboard, mouse, webcam and Focusrite sound interface between them, for home use and for working from home. The button to switch between outputs is great and comes with a long, but thin cable attached. Four USB3 Type A - Type B cables are provided to connect the outputs to your PC's and are of very high quality and the switch itself is compact. It's not an inexpensive product, but it's very useful and so far has worked seamlessly. The ability to provide additional power via a micro USB is also very useful.
Date published: 2020-10-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
null from
Flawless switching
Excellent, I use it to switch my headset and printer between my home PC and work laptop. Works flawless, switches with press of a button
Date published: 2021-08-04T17:58:52-04:00
Rated 5 out of
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Nick_142 from
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Nice little addition to the desk. Small enough to stay out of the way too. Great for sharing anything USB. I've got a desktop PC and a TB3 dock on my desk (used with Macbook and a Dell mobile workstation). I can switch my backup drive, scanner, and USB headset between the PC and the dock without having to get into the cabling. Serious time saver. My PC and my dock don't share video, and swapping the keyboard/mouse was a pain. So while this is NOT a KVM, nor is it designed to be one, I was easily able to share the keyboard and mouse between my PC and my dock using this USB switch. :)
I received this product in exchange for an unbiased review.
Date published: 2018-11-07T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
nivek from
Unique
I found this to be a very unique and useful device. Setup was easy and all the cables I needed were provided.
Date published: 2018-10-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
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nlee from
Lack of switch control
Unit is great however the biggest drawback is that you have to cycle thru all before going back to first. We have 2 computers connected but it does not auto detect so you have to cycle thru the 2 unused ports.
Date published: 2020-03-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
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Kules from
Took a little to get it working
I have a setup that has a centralized dell hub consuming all peripheral connections (internet, audio, kvm, into a single USB-A output which I originally had to connect and disconnect between my work laptop and desktop myself. With this switch, instead of plugging and unplugging it relays the connection to the computer I have selected. For this to work as intended I had to restart both computers with the switch plugged in.
Date published: 2022-06-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
null from
works as advertised
this works... I wish it came with a remote... plus a set of switchable HDMI ports (I bought a seperate switch for this).
Date published: 2020-06-10T17:31:34-04:00