The Lindy 4 Port USB 3.0 Hub allows the user to connect 4 additional peripherals to a USB Type A equipped computer. Capable of data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, the hub is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1. The hub is powered by the USB Bus, while a DC jack is available to connect an external power supply if multiple devices with high power requirements are connected. With "Plug-and-Play" installation, no drivers are required, therefore this hub can be installed with minimum difficulty, ideal for both professional and first-time users.