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Black Y-shaped USB 3.0 cable with two Type-A plugs and one Micro-B plug

Vszerda

Vszerda 3FT USB 3.0 Y-Cable Type A to Micro-B 5 Gbps Black

SKU CH-JNKX-VS3F9

A 3 ft USB 3.0 Y-cable adds a second Type-A plug so external Micro-B drives draw enough power for 5 Gbps transfers

  • Rated speed5 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUsb
  • Connector count9
  • Connector detailsUsb
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Build detailsCopper
  • 5 Gbps transfer speed for fast file moves
  • Dual USB-A connectors draw extra power for demanding drives
  • 3 ft length suits desktop and portable setups
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports
  • Shielded copper conductors reduce interference for reliable data

What the cable does

This Vszerda Y-cable connects a Micro-B USB 3.0 device such as a portable hard drive or DVD burner to two Type-A ports on a host. The second connector draws extra power when a single port cannot supply enough current. Rated at 5 Gbps, it moves large files quickly and works with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports as well.

Who benefits and who does not

Users with laptops or older desktops whose USB ports are limited to 500 mA will gain reliable operation for power-hungry drives. Builders whose systems already provide high-current Type-A or Type-C ports will see no advantage from the second connector. The cable is not suited for devices that require a USB-C or proprietary interface.

What the extra connector changes

The 20 cm auxiliary Type-A plug lets the drive draw supplementary power without an external adapter, eliminating a separate power brick for many portable drives. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 means the same cable works on legacy machines, although transfer speed drops to the older standard. Molded strain relief and foil braided shielding protect the copper conductors during frequent plugging and unplugging.

How it compares

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Price $12.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameVszerda
Product typeUSB
Performance
Rated speed5 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUsb
Connector count9
Connector detailsUsb
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Build detailsCopper

Questions about this item

Does my computer need a second USB-A port to power the drive through the Y-cable?

Yes, the extra USB-A leg draws supplementary current when a single port cannot supply enough power for the external drive.

Will the cable still transfer data if I plug the extra USB-A connector into a USB 2.0 port?

Yes, the auxiliary connector works with USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 ports for additional power while the main link runs at 5 Gbps.

How can I confirm the cable is running at 5 Gbps after I connect it?

Check the host controller in Device Manager or System Profiler; it should list the device under a USB 3.0 hub operating at SuperSpeed.

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