Using the USB 3.0 Connect USB devices could be connected by sending a command or by touching an optional button. This is useful if USB devices should not be connected permanetly to the PC. Typial cases are
- Backup disks or sticks, which should be attached only when backing up. This will make it more complicate for Ransomware to encrypt the saved data.
- Protect valuable USB devices against lightning or other electrical damage
- Save power if the USB device is not used permanently
- USB cameras used for video conferrences are only operable when this is needed. No rick of wiretapping
- Connecting to USB-connected networks only at defined conditions
- Automated USB device testing, e.g. simulating plugging USB sticks
- Protect the USB socket in cases when the plug is pushed and pulled frequently
Device characteristics
- PC-controlled switch to connect and to disconnect USB 3.0 devices
- Optionally manual controlled by pressing a button
- Data and power switched delayed - behaves like USB device is handled manually
- The USB 3.0 data lines are permanent connected, but this shows no influence to the functionality
- USB loads up to 1.3 A possible
- Equipped with two USB 3.0 A-ports, one in and one out
- A USB 3.0 A-A connection cable, length: 0,5m, is enclosed
- Controlled USB connection is fully seperated from the-device logic
- Application Program Interface USBaccess for easy integration in user applications
- Interface for Python avaliable
- The control software ClewareControl for timed switching, USBswitch with a graphical user interface and USBswitchCmd for switching via commandline call in batch files is ready for download.
- No driver installation needed with Windows® x86/x64 variants. (® Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.)
- Can also be used under different Linux support
- Use with LabView® possible
- RoHS, CE & EN60950 conform / IP30
- For indoor use only
- Any switch identifies with a unique serial number
- Size about 40 x 90 x 23 mm .
- 4 years warranty
- Made in Germany
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