DeLOCK 11493 Computer Data Switch Black USB Type-A Type-B 0.48 Gbit/s

This Delock USB switch lets one USB 2.0 peripheral be shared between four computers, avoiding the need to buy multiple devices or repeatedly swap cables. The unit supports a maximum data transfer rate of 0.48 Gbit/s, comes in a black plastic case and includes USB Type-A to USB Type-B cables for straightforward connection. The compact housing measures 106 × 56 × 25 mm and offers both magnetic attachment and wall-mounting options.

Advantages

The switch provides manual port selection with a dedicated button and a memory function that retains the last selected port even after power-off or when a computer is disconnected. Secure mounting is possible via the built-in magnet or with screws for fixed wall installation. The device supports standard USB 2.0 speeds (0.48 Gbit/s) and is compatible with USB Type-A and Type-B connections.

Suitable for

• Offices where a single USB printer, scanner or external drive must be shared between multiple PCs
• Workstations that require occasional access to a shared USB device without network sharing
• Small meeting rooms or classrooms where one peripheral is used by different computers

Key specifications

• Brand: DELOCK
• Model / MPN: 11493
• EAN: 4043619114931
• Interface: USB 2.0 (Type-A to Type-B)
• Max. data rate: 0.48 Gbit/s
• Colour: Black
• Material: Plastic housing
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 106 × 56 × 25 mm

How to use

Connect the USB Type-B end of the included cable to the peripheral device and connect the Type-A ends to the computers as indicated. Use the front panel button to select which computer has access to the shared USB device. The device will remember the last selected port after shutdown and when a computer is disconnected, simplifying repeated use.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, place the switch on a flat metal surface or mount it using screws where vibration is minimal. Ensure connected devices and host computers support USB 2.0 to achieve the specified 0.48 Gbit/s transfer rate. Avoid hot-plugging high-power devices that exceed standard USB port power limits.