StarTech HB31C3A1CME 4-Port Industrial USB-C 10Gbps Hub – 3x USB-A + 1 USB-C – ESD + Surge Protection User Guide

June 6, 2024
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StarTech HB31C3A1CME 4-Port Industrial USB-C 10Gbps Hub – 3x USB-A + 1

USB-C – ESD + Surge Protection

![StarTech HB31C3A1CME 4-Port Industrial USB-C 10Gbps Hub - 3x USB-A + 1 USB-C

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Product Diagram (HB31C3A1CME)**

Front and Back view

Port Function

1

|

USB-C Port

| •         SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)

•         Supports USB BC 1.2 charging

•         Supports surge and 15KV ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection

•         Connect USB-C Peripheral Devices to the Hub

2

|

USB-A Ports (x 3)

| •         SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)

•         Used to connect USB-A Peripheral Devices ( x 3) to the Hub.

•         Supports USB BC 1.2 charging

•         Supports surge and 15KV ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection

3| Mounting Holes| •         Wall mount the Hub

•         Mount the Hub to the side/underside of a Desk

4| USB-C Host Port| •         SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)

•         Connect the Hub to a Host Computer

5| 2-Wire Terminal Block| •         Connect an external DC Power Source (+7 – 24V DC Input) to the Hub
6| Power Input Port| •         Connect a DC 12V Power Source to power the Hub

Package Contents

• USB Hub x 1
• Universal Power Adapter (NA, JP, UK, EU, ANZ) x 1
• Terminal Block Connector x 1
• USB Type-C to Type-C Cable x 1
• USB Type-C to Type-A Cable x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1

Requirements

For the latest requirements, please visit: www.startech.com/HB31C3A1CME.

• Mounting Screws (x 2)

Tools
• Phillips or Flat Head Screwdriver
• Writing Utensil
• Level

Installation

Warning: Connect the Universal Power Adapter after all the other installation steps have been completed.
Notes: There are two ways to power the Hub.
It is recommended to use an external DC Power Source or a Terminal Block Power Source (+7 – 24V DC) connected to the 2-Wire Terminal Block to ensure full and stable function.

Connect the USB Ports

1. Connect a USB Type-C to Type-C Cable (included) to the USB-C Host Port on the rear of the Hub and to a USB-C Port on the Host Computer.
2. The Host Computer’s Operating System should detect the Hub and automatically install it.
3. Connect the USB Peripheral Devices to the USB-C Port and the USB-A Ports (x3) on the front of the Hub.

Power the Hub
Power the Hub Using the 2-Wire Terminal Block

1. Remove the Terminal Block Connector Housing from the rear of the Hub’s Casing.
2. Loosen the screws for the Terminals on the Terminal Block Connector, using a Phillips or Flat Head Screwdriver.
3. Connect the Power and Ground Wires from the DC Power Source (+7 – 24V DC) to the Terminals on the Terminal Block Connector, the Terminals are marked on the Hub’s Casing.
Note: Ensure the polarity of the input power is correctly matched with the Terminal Block Pins to ensure proper function.Terminal Block
Pins
4. Insert the Terminal Block Connector Housing back into the rear of the Hub.

Power the Hub Using the Universal Power Adapter
Connect the Universal Power Adapter to the Power Input Port on the rear of the Hub and to an AC Electrical Outlet.

Wall Mounting

Note: It is recommended that Wall Studs are used when wall mounting this Hub.

1. Hold the Hub in the desired mounting location.
2. Mark the location of the Mounting Holes, using a Writing Utensil.
3. Draw a line connecting the two Mounting Holes, using a Level.
4. Hold the Hub in the desired mounting location, aligning the Mounting Holes on the sides of the Hub with the Mounting Hole Marks created in step 2.
5. Insert the Mounting Screws (x 2) through the Wall Mounting Holes and into the Wall.
6. Tighten the Mounting Screws until the Hub is securely fasten to the Wall, using a Phillips Head Screwdriver.

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Use of Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, and other Protected Names and Symbols
This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question. StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders.
PHILLIPS® is a registered trademark of Phillips Screw Company in the United States or other countries.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.

Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures: If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.

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