Introduction

Sweex is a manufacturer of a wide range of affordable computer related products and its vision is, that it is the possibilities this technology has to offer that must be focal point rather than the technology itself. Sweex shares and communicates about this in a clear language. It sees everyday uses that can be recognized by young and old alike. It simplifies a seemingly complicated, confusing technology. Sweex therefore offers a wide range of affordable and smart products!

Sweex External 4 Port USB 2.0 Mini HUB

The External 4 Port USB 2.0 Mini HUB makes it easy to connect several USB devices, such as scanners or cameras, to your PC. An ideal solution when all your fixed USB ports are in use. The LED indicator lights up when the HUB is active. This compact USB 2.0 HUB also features protection for each port against overload and short-circuit. Furthermore, USB 2.0 connection allows you to take advantage of data speeds of up to 480 Mbps.

Specifications

Let's check out some of the specifications of the External 4 Port USB 2.0 Mini HUB by Sweex. This way we get a good view on what this small little connection box is capable of...

• 4x Downstream port and 1x Upstream port
• Interface: USB 2.0, downwards compatible with USB 1.1
• Maximum data speed of 480Mbps
• Hot swappable
• Each port features:
  • Short-circuit protection
  • Over-current detection
• Output voltage per port: 5V
• Output current per port: 100mA
• Compliant with OHCI and UHCI v1.1
• Supports: Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP

Additional Features

• Media Support: USB cable
• Operating temperature: 0ºC - 45ºC
• Storage temperature: 0ºC - 65ºC
• Air humidity: 10% - 90 %
• Conformity: FCC Class A, CE

The Sweex Package

The Sweex package is small and firm, detailing the actual product quite well. You can't actually make any mistake when going to a shop and buying this product. A large detailed picture on the front of what you are buying and in big letters what it is exactly.

The USB 2.0 Mini HUB comes secured in a bubble protection bag and that is actually it next to the box. All other information, like features and properties are all visible and readable on the product box itself. The front of the box comes in the typical colors of Sweex and lists the main features, like Hi-Speed USB certified and including 4 USB 2.0 ports.

Upon turning the box around, we can see on the back the specifications detailed in seven different languages. There is no manual present, nor CD in the box. Well a CD with drivers is not needed as all that is needed is to have a PC with Windows installed. And the manual you can on the Sweex web pages and it is available in twelve languages.