ATEN US234 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Peripheral Sharing Switch
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ATEN US234 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Peripheral Sharing Switch - 2 Years Local Warranty
Share Four 5 Gbps USB Devices Between Two Computers
The ATEN US234 lets two computers share four USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices, such as a keyboard, mouse, webcam, external drive, printer or scanner, at data rates up to 5 Gbps.
One-Touch Switching from the Desk
Change which computer owns the devices with the remote port selector on a 1.8 m cable, and see the active computer at a glance from the white LEDs.
Bus-Powered, With Optional Extra Power
The US234 runs from the computers' USB ports with no adapter required. A Micro USB power jack is there if your devices need additional power, and over-current protection guards the ports.
Plug and Play on Windows, Linux and Mac
No drivers are needed. Two USB Type-B to Type-A cables (1.2 m) are included to connect the computers.
Rolling out shared desks or dual-PC workstations? Email sales@sourceit.com.sg for volume pricing and lead time.
ATEN US234 Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Product Name | ATEN 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 Peripheral Sharing Switch |
| Model | US234 |
| Order Code | US234-AT |
| Local Warranty (Singapore) | 2 years carry-in warranty |
Connectors
| Computer Connections | 2 |
| Computer Connectors | 2 x USB Type-B Female (Blue) |
| Device Connectors | 4 x USB Type-A Female (Blue) |
| Power (Optional) | 1 x USB Micro-B Female (Black) |
USB
| Standard | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Data Rate | Up to 5 Gbps |
Control
| Port Selection | Remote port selector |
| LEDs | 2 (white, selected) |
Cables
| USB Cables | 2 x USB Type-A to Type-B, 1.2 m |
| Remote Port Selector Cable | 1.8 m |
Power
| Power Mode | Bus-powered; optional Micro USB power input |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 0–40 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -20–60 °C |
| Humidity | 0–80% RH, non-condensing |
Physical
| Housing | Plastic |
| Weight | 0.12 kg |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 9.37 x 9.30 x 2.68 cm |
Compatibility
| Operating Systems | Windows, Linux, Mac |
Compatibility & Applications
Typical Devices
USB keyboards and mice, webcams, headsets, external SSDs and hard drives, card readers, printers and scanners.
Typical Use
A work notebook and a personal PC sharing the same desk peripherals, hot desks, and labs where two computers share a printer, scanner or storage device.
Selection Tip
For four computers choose the US3344 (4 x 4). The US234 shares USB devices only; to switch a monitor as well, use a KVM switch such as the CS22H or US3312.
Package Contents & ATEN USB Peripheral Sharing Switch Ordering Information
In the Box
1 x US234 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Peripheral Sharing Switch, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B to Type-A cables (1.2 m), 1 x remote port selector, 1 x user instructions.
ATEN USB Sharing Switch Models
| Model | Key feature |
| US234 (this listing) | 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1, remote port selector |
| US3344 | 4 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 peripheral sharing switch |
| US3324 | 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 peripheral sharing switch |
| US434 | 4 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 peripheral sharing switch |
| US4324 | 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 sharing switch |
| US5324 | 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 sharing switch, USB-A + USB-C host |
| US424 | 4 x 4 USB 2.0 peripheral sharing switch |
Datasheet & Downloads
| Datasheet | US234 / US434 / US3324 / US3344 Datasheet (PDF) |
| Quick start guide | US234 / US434 / US3324 / US3344 Quick Start Guide (PDF) |
| ATEN product page | US234 on aten.com |
Need a PDF sent directly? Email sales@sourceit.com.sg quoting US234-AT.
Frequently Asked Questions — ATEN US234
How fast is the US234?
It is USB 3.2 Gen 1, supporting data rates up to 5 Gbps.
Does it need a power adapter?
No. It is bus-powered. A Micro USB power jack is available if attached devices need extra power.
Can I connect a USB-C notebook?
The computer ports are USB Type-B and the included cables are Type-B to Type-A. For USB-C hosts, consider the US3344, which includes Type-B to Type-C cables, or the US5324.
Does it switch my monitor?
No. It shares USB devices only. Use a KVM switch to switch video as well.
What warranty do I get?
2 years local carry-in warranty. Supplied by SourceIT with a GST invoice.



