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Short Y-cable with two USB-A plugs and one Micro-B plug, 50cm long

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB 3.0 Y-cable 2×USB-A to Micro-B 50cm

SKU CH-G42T-NPNJN

A 50 cm Y-cable with two USB 3.0 Type-A plugs adds extra power so Micro-B external hard drives spin up reliably

  • Dual USB-A connectors supply extra power for reliable drive spin-up
  • 5Gbps bandwidth enables fast transfer of large files
  • 50cm length keeps desktop cabling tidy
  • High-purity copper core reduces signal loss during data sync
  • Compatible with Micro-B USB 3.0 external hard drives

Purpose & Audience

The SMUGDESK USB 3.0 Y-cable connects a Micro-B external hard drive to a computer using two USB-A plugs. It targets users whose single port cannot deliver enough current to spin up or reliably recognise a portable drive.

Build & Daily Use

A 50cm length keeps desktop wiring tidy while the moulded connectors resist accidental disconnection. One USB-A carries the data signal and the second supplies supplementary power only, so both must be inserted for the drive to function correctly.

Upgrade Context

This cable replaces a standard single-ended lead when a laptop or hub port fails to provide sufficient current for an external hard drive. The jump is worthwhile whenever a drive clicks, disappears or refuses to mount because of inadequate power from one socket.

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

What does the USB 3.0 interface cap at in real use?

The cable complies with the USB 3.0 specification and supports up to 5Gbps bandwidth for large-file transfers.

What clearance and port layout does the Y-cable need on my computer?

It requires two adjacent USB-A ports and a Micro-B 3.0 port on the drive; the moulded connectors are 50cm long.

How do I plug it in so the drive actually spins up?

Connect the data-marked USB-A to the host port that carries signal, then plug the second USB-A into any powered port for extra current.

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