Due to limited desktop space, I placed my desktop computer under the desk. This makes it inconvenient to plug in USB devices. Additionally, due to the electrically adjustable desk, the mouse and keyboard cables are often stretched. Because of these two reasons, I decided to optimize the setup. In the end, I purchased an ORICO USB 3.0 hub from JD.com. On one hand, it can expand my USB ports, and on the other hand, it solves the problem of stretched mouse and keyboard cables.

Suitable Situations for USB 3.0 Hub

• Insufficient USB ports, need to expand the ports
• Desktop computer is placed in an inconvenient location, want to extend and expand the USB ports

Purchasing the ORICO USB 3.0 Hub

I chose the ORICO USB hub for the following reasons:

1. It uses USB 3.0 interface.
2. The cable length is long enough (1.8m). After checking other products, most of them have a maximum length of 1.5m, which is not suitable for my adjustable desk.

Purchase link: https://u.jd.com/azyHu5k

Unboxing

The packaging box.

After opening the box, there is the USB hub and a user manual, nothing else (no certificate?).

It provides 4 USB 3.0 ports and a 1.8m cable.

When all 4 ports are plugged in, everything works fine, and there is a small blue light when it is in working state.

Speed Test

This is a speed test of my previously purchased Hikvision hard drive enclosure, connected directly via USB.

I then conducted a speed test after connecting the hard drive enclosure to the USB hub (there is some loss, but it is acceptable).

User Experience

1. This ORICO hub has a strong plastic feel and the appearance is slightly ugly.
2. The hub has low heat generation during daily use.
3. The port speed is slightly reduced after using the hub, but the reduction is not significant.
4. The 1.8m cable length is sufficient and suitable for my adjustable desk.

Purchase link: https://u.jd.com/azyHu5k