USB 3.1, generation 1 USB-C hub / adapter expands the potential of your tablet, laptop, MacBook, Chromebook, smartphone or PC's USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. Plug-and-play technology makes installation quick & simple – with no software or drivers to install. Fumble-free, reversible USB-C plug connects in either direction for a quick connection every time. Three USB-A ports accept USB peripherals, such as a flash drive, mouse, keyboard or printer, & each provides up to 0.9A for charging smartphones & other mobile devices. All ports support fast data-transfer rates up to 5 Gbps & are backward-compatible with previous USB generations so you can continue using older peripherals while getting high-speed performance from new devices. Hub / adapter is perfect for adding a thumb drive & other USB peripherals, charging a mobile device, & connecting to a Gigabit Ethernet network all at the same time.