The Ugreen USB 3.0 4-Port Switch Box is a desktop device that allows two computers to share up to four USB peripherals. It is especially useful for environments where multiple computers need to access the same printer, keyboard, mouse, USB drive, scanner, or any other USB device, without the need to physically reconnect the devices each time.

The box works manually with a push-button switch and supports high-speed USB 3.0 data transfers.

🔧 Main Functions

Dual-Computer Sharing

• Connects two different computers to one set of USB devices.

• By pressing a button, users can easily switch which computer controls the devices.

Four USB 3.0 Ports

• Provides four downstream USB-A ports for connecting multiple peripherals.

• Examples: printer, scanner, keyboard, mouse, external SSD, game controller.

High-Speed Data Transfer

• Supports up to 5Gbps data transfer speeds with USB 3.0 standard.

• Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices, but at lower speeds.

Manual Switch Button

• Equipped with a physical button for switching control manually.

• No need for software or drivers.

• Provides a stable and reliable switch between computers.

LED Indicator Lights

• Includes two small LED lights.

• LEDs show which computer is currently connected to the USB devices.

External Power Option (Micro-USB)

• Has a Micro-USB port for optional external 5V power supply.

• Needed if you’re connecting power-hungry devices like large external hard drives or multiple devices at once.

🖥️ Device Compatibility

• Works with:

  • Windows computers

  • Mac computers

  • Linux systems

  • Chrome OS devices

• Compatible USB devices include:

  • Printers

  • Scanners

  • External storage (HDDs/SSDs)

  • Keyboards

  • Mice

  • Webcams

  • USB headsets

  • USB gaming controllers

📏 Physical and Technical Details

• Material: Durable ABS plastic body

• USB Standard: USB 3.0 (5Gbps)

• Input Ports: 2 × USB 3.0 Type-B ports (for two computers)

• Output Ports: 4 × USB 3.0 Type-A ports (for USB devices)

• External Power Port: 1 × Micro-USB (optional 5V input)

• Color: Black

• Package Includes:

  • 1 × Ugreen 4-Port USB 3.0 Switch Box

  • 2 × 1.5m USB 3.0 A-to-B cables

• Plug and Play: No drivers or software required.

⚡ Important Notes

• It is not a KVM switch (it switches USB devices, not displays).

• Manual switching only — no automatic switching between computers.

• When using with USB-C computers, you will need a USB-C to USB-A adapter (not included).

• External power is recommended when using multiple high-power USB devices.

Overall Purpose

The Ugreen USB 3.0 4-Port Switch Box is designed to make workstations more flexible and efficient by sharing USB devices between two computers. It saves time, reduces cable clutter, and ensures fast and stable data transfer — making it ideal for offices, home setups, studios, and server rooms.

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