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Your desk tells a story, and right now it might be a messy one. Tangled cables snake across it, and your laptop doesn’t have enough ports to accommodate all those connections. Cygnett’s USB charging hubs fix that. One device pulls every cable, display, and drive into one neat connection.
Our range spans compact adapters, pocket-sized hubs, riser hubs, multiport USB charging stations, and full docking stations. Every one is designed for plug-and-play connectivity with no software, so you plug it into any laptop with a USB-C port and you are connected in seconds.
A USB charging hub is a small device that adds extra ports to your laptop and charges it at the same time. You connect one USB cable to your laptop, then plug your devices and a power source into the hub.
A data hub only adds ports for moving files, with no power sent back to your laptop. A charging hub adds those ports and feeds power through while you work.
Hubs come in two types and the difference is where they get their power.
A self-powered hub plugs into the wall through its own power adapter. That gives it stable power for demanding accessories like drives, monitors and fast charging. A bus-powered hub draws power from your laptop instead. These are lighter and great for travel, and they handle low-power devices like keyboards, mice, and card readers without fuss.
Choose self-powered when you run several power-hungry devices at a fixed desk, like dual monitors, external drives, and a wired Ethernet connection. Pick bus-powered when you want something light for travel, or a tidy laptop setup with a handful of accessories.
Cygnett makes both. Our bus-powered hubs also carry a 100W USB-C PD pass-through port, so a charger plugged into the hub powers your laptop while the hub runs your devices.
Many of our docking stations also carry a USB-C power port that delivers up to 100W using Power Delivery (PD). That is enough to fast charge most laptops while the dock runs your screens, drives, and network together. No need to choose between running peripherals or charging your laptop.
Most everyday laptops charge between 45W and 65W, with larger models nearer 100W, so a 100W port covers the vast majority. Though high-performance gaming laptops may need more wattage. For those, reach for one of our fast-charging wall chargers. Plugging them straight into a charging brick gives the quickest charge.
The right hub comes down to the ports your devices need. Our range includes USB-C adapters for HDMI and Ethernet in single and dual setups, USB-C hubs, multiport hubs that mix USB-A and USB-C, and full docking stations that bring video, network, card readers, and charging connectivity into one unit.
Here is what each port does:
HDMI output needs a laptop USB-C port that supports video through DisplayPort Alt Mode or Thunderbolt, which most modern laptops do. On speed, USB 2.0 ports move data at up to 480Mbps, USB 3.0 reaches 5Gbps, and the faster USB 3.2 ports on select hubs hit 10Gbps.
Aside from the type of ports, you also need to take into account how many ports you actually need.
Start by counting the devices you want plugged in at once. Add up your monitor, mouse, keyboard, hard drive, and headset, then add a couple of spare ports for the devices you buy later.
Our range covers most needs:
Cygnett has built reliable tech for Aussies for over 20 years, and that track record shows in our USB charging hubs. We design every hub in Australia and back it with a 2 year warranty.
Here is what sets our hubs apart:
A tidy hub turns a cluttered desk into a clear, calm workspace, with one cable to your laptop and every device in its place.
Shop Cygnett's USB charging hubs range online or in-store at leading tech retailers across Australia and beyond. While there, round out your workspace setup with our Power Banks, USB wall chargers, USB-C cables, and wireless chargers. And if you’re planning to work off-grid, check out our Portable Power Stations and solar panels for an easy sustainable power setup away from the main grid.
1. Why does my USB charging hub keep disconnecting?
A USB charging hub usually disconnects because it is not getting enough power. Connect a charger to the hub's USB-C PD port, and check for a loose cable or too many high-draw devices at once.
2. Is it safe to leave my USB charging hub plugged in overnight?
Leaving a Cygnett USB charging hub plugged in overnight is safe. Our hubs include built-in protections against overheating and over-current. Just keep the hub in open air rather than under papers so heat can escape.
3. Do USB charging hubs need drivers or software to work?
Our USB charging hubs do not need drivers or software. They’re plug-and-play, so you connect to your laptop's USB-C port and your devices are recognised straight away on Windows, Mac, and Chromebook.
4. Can I use a USB charging hub with a games console or smart TV?
A USB charging hub works best with laptops, tablets, and phones rather than a games console or smart TV, which manage their own ports. For extra HDMI inputs on a TV, an HDMI switcher is the better tool.
Cygnett’s warranty extends to purchases made at authorised retailers, to claim please contact your original place of purchase.
All Cygnett products include a 2-year warranty, with the exception of the 5-year warranty for Armoured cables.
Once your order has been placed it will leave our warehouse within 1-2 business days. You will be notified of this via email.
Cygnett accepts returns within 30 days of purchase on items purchased from cygnett.com.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and unopened in the original packaging.
For any additional enquiries, you can find more FAQs, or get in touch with our customer service team through the "Support" button on our web banner.
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