Vention 9-in-1 USB-C Hub Docking Station Converter (THAHB)

The Vention THAHB is a comprehensive USB-C docking station that converts a single port into nine essential connections including audio, video, networking, and data transfer capabilities. Designed for students conducting online classes with professional audio setups and business professionals requiring complete connectivity for hybrid work environments, this hub delivers simultaneous HDMI output, Gigabit Ethernet, memory card access, audio jack support, and 87W power delivery. It eliminates the connectivity gaps of modern slim laptops while providing the professional-grade features needed for presentations, content creation, and reliable communication.

Key Features & Benefits

• Integrated 3.5mm Audio Jack: Connects standard headphones or external speakers directly through the hub, solving the common problem of laptops that eliminated headphone jacks or have failing audio ports, while keeping your desk organized without additional audio adapters cluttering USB slots.
• Gigabit Ethernet Port: Delivers stable wired internet at speeds up to 1000Mbps, ensuring your video conferences remain uninterrupted and large file transfers complete predictably without the bandwidth fluctuations and connection drops that wireless networks experience during peak usage hours.
• 4K HDMI Display Output: Extends your workspace to external monitors or projectors at resolutions up to 4K@30Hz, providing the screen real estate necessary for side-by-side document comparison, detailed spreadsheet work, or delivering client presentations with crystal-clear visuals that command attention.
• Dual Memory Card Readers: Transfers files from both SD and microSD cards simultaneously, streamlining workflows for content creators importing footage from multiple cameras or students moving research data between field equipment and analysis software without constant card swapping.
• 87W Power Delivery: Charges most laptops while using all hub functions, maintaining battery levels during intensive work sessions without forcing you to choose between powering your device and connecting the peripherals essential for productivity.

Technical Specifications

Connectivity Ports

• Input: USB Type-C male connector with integrated cable
• USB Data Ports: 3× USB 3.0 Type-A (5Gbps transfer speed each)
• Video Output: 1× HDMI port (supports up to 4K@30Hz or 1080p@60Hz)
• Network Port: 1× RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000Mbps)
• Card Readers: 1× SD card slot (UHS-I), 1× TF/microSD card slot (UHS-I)
• Audio Port: 1× 3.5mm TRRS jack (supports headphones and microphone combo)
• Power Input: USB-C PD charging port (up to 87W pass-through)
• Total Connections: 9 functional ports from single USB-C input

Performance Specifications

• USB Transfer Speed: Up to 5Gbps per USB 3.0 port (backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1)
• HDMI Resolution: Up to 4K (3840×2160) at 30Hz, Full HD 1080p at 60Hz
• Ethernet Speed: 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation with IEEE 802.3 compliance
• Card Reader Speed: UHS-I compatible, up to 104MB/s transfer rates
• Audio Support: TRRS 4-pole connector for headset with inline microphone
• Power Delivery: Supports up to 87W charging (approximately 75W delivered to laptop after hub consumption)

Physical Specifications

• Material: Aluminum alloy housing with heat dissipation design
• Cable Length: Approximately 15cm integrated cable for flexible positioning
• Dimensions: Compact design approximately 11cm × 5cm × 1.5cm
• Weight: 110-140g (portable yet durable construction)
• Heat Management: Metal body provides passive cooling during sustained operation
• LED Indicators: Power and network activity status lights
• Color: Space Gray metallic finish (model THAHB)

Compatibility

• Operating Systems: Windows 10/11, macOS 10.12+, Chrome OS, Linux, iPadOS 13+
• Compatible Devices: MacBook Pro/Air (2016+), iPad Pro, Dell XPS, HP Spectre/EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad, Surface Laptop/Pro, Samsung Galaxy Book, ASUS laptops
• Requirements: Host device must support USB-C data transfer, DisplayPort Alt Mode for video output, and USB Power Delivery
• Audio: Works with standard 3.5mm headphones, earbuds, and TRRS headsets with inline microphone
• Note: Some budget laptops may have USB-C ports limited to charging only without data/video support

Use Cases & Applications

For Online Students: Participate in virtual classes with professional audio quality by connecting your quality wired headset through the 3.5mm jack, while simultaneously displaying presentations on an external monitor and maintaining stable internet through wired Ethernet. Import assignment files from SD cards used at campus computer labs while keeping external drives connected for project backups, all without draining your laptop battery during marathon study sessions.

For Remote Business Professionals: Conduct client video conferences with reliable wired networking that eliminates the “can you hear me” moments caused by Wi-Fi instability, while connecting professional headphones through the audio jack for clear communication. Present on external displays or client monitors via HDMI while accessing files from USB drives and SD cards, maintaining laptop charge throughout back-to-back meetings without connection juggling.

For Content Creators and Podcasters: Record or edit audio projects using professional headphones connected through the 3.5mm jack while importing raw footage from SD and microSD cards used across different cameras. Transfer finished content to external drives at USB 3.0 speeds while uploading to platforms via stable Gigabit Ethernet, ensuring large files reach clients or audiences without the interruptions wireless connections introduce during critical upload windows.

For Traveling Professionals: Transform hotel rooms into functional workspaces by connecting to reliable wired hotel Ethernet (typically faster and more secure than public Wi-Fi), extending your display to the room’s TV via HDMI, and using the audio jack for private video calls without disturbing neighbors. The comprehensive connectivity means you carry one hub instead of multiple adapters for different scenarios encountered on business trips.

For Photographers and Videographers: Import photos and videos from multiple memory cards simultaneously while previewing on an external monitor through HDMI, all while listening to client feedback through connected headphones. Transfer edited work to client drives via USB ports while maintaining stable cloud backup uploads through wired Ethernet, creating an efficient portable editing station that operates anywhere with network access.

For Small Business Owners: Run point-of-sale systems or inventory management from tablets or laptops by connecting barcode scanners and receipt printers through USB ports, wired networks for reliable transaction processing, and external displays for customer-facing screens. The audio jack supports headsets for customer service calls while SD card readers handle data imports from mobile sales terminals used at events or pop-up locations.

For Graphic Designers and Illustrators: Connect drawing tablets and external mice through USB ports while extending your canvas to larger displays via HDMI for detailed work where every pixel matters. Use professional headphones through the audio jack for focused work sessions, import client assets from SD cards, and maintain files on external drives—all while stable Ethernet ensures cloud synchronization completes reliably without the version conflicts wireless dropouts can cause.

For Academic Researchers: Analyze data on external monitors while importing field research from SD cards used in recording equipment, sensors, or data loggers. Connect USB peripherals like specialized input devices or measurement tools while maintaining stable network connections for accessing university databases or uploading research findings to collaboration servers without the timeouts that plague large transfers over unreliable wireless connections.

For Customer Service Representatives: Work from home with enterprise-grade connectivity by using wired Ethernet for stable VoIP call quality, professional headsets through the 3.5mm jack for clear customer communication, and external displays for viewing customer information while accessing support databases. The reliable connections ensure you maintain the service quality standards expected in professional call center environments without the technical excuses wireless issues create.

The integrated 3.5mm audio jack distinguishes the Vention THAHB from many competing hubs, making it particularly valuable for professionals who need quality audio connections for communication or content work but whose laptops have eliminated headphone jacks. This feature proves especially useful in hybrid work scenarios where professional audio quality during video calls directly impacts how colleagues and clients perceive your competence and preparation.

The 87W power delivery specification adequately charges most laptops in the 13-15 inch category that typically require 60-65W, though some high-performance 16-inch models demanding 90-100W may charge slightly slower during intensive tasks. However, for typical business and student use involving documents, web browsing, and video calls, 87W provides more than sufficient charging capacity while operating all hub functions simultaneously.

The Gigabit Ethernet port makes this hub essential for anyone working in environments with congested wireless networks—dormitories, apartment buildings, busy offices, or coffee shops—where Wi-Fi reliability becomes a productivity barrier rather than a convenience. Combined with the comprehensive port selection, the THAHB model excels as a complete connectivity solution for professionals and students whose work demands reliability across audio, video, networking, and data transfer without compromise. It serves particularly well for hybrid workers who need consistent performance across home offices, client sites, co-working spaces, and temporary locations where infrastructure quality varies unpredictably.