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ORICO
DESK-2U1C Desk Grommet USB Hub

A desk-grommet model with two USB-A data ports, one USB-C data port, and two audio ports. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

DESK-2U1C is a desk-mounted way to bring a mixed USB and audio layout within reach. The 60mm opening and USB-A host cable need to match the desk and computer, while the product should remain distinct from ORICO's DESK-4U.

Consider it for

A fixed desk setup with a measured 60mm grommet opening that needs three USB data connections and accessible audio ports..

Look elsewhere if

Avoid it if you need a portable hub, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, a documented external supply, or a verified direct Amazon listing.

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Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • ORICO and its store listing identify two USB-A and one USB-C data port plus two audio ports.
  • The 60mm opening and 1.5m USB-A host cable are documented.
  • The sources distinguish DESK-2U1C from the four-Type-A DESK-4U.

What to weigh up

  • The historical ASIN B07ZPMF2TV is not mapped to DESK-2U1C.
  • External power and per-port current are not specified.
  • The desk opening must measure 60mm for the listed fit.
Specifications and exact model details

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredDESK-2U1C
Host connectorUSB-A host cable; computer-side connection is USB-A
USB 3.x data portsThree USB 3.0 data ports: two Type-A and one Type-C; a 5Gbps interface claim is listed
InstallationDesk-grommet installation; the listed opening is 60mm and the host cable is 1.5m
Hub powerExternal power arrangement is not specified
Host chargingHost-charging pass-through is not documented

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

Full review: how the features affect your choice

What the features mean for you

Choose it for a desk with a suitable grommet opening

DESK-2U1C is designed to place its ports at a desk opening, making connectors easier to reach without reaching behind a computer. The seller pages specify a 60mm opening and a 1.5m USB-A host lead, close to the row's 4.9-foot cable clue. Measure the actual opening before purchase; a nominal desk hole that is too narrow will prevent installation, while a loose fit could leave the hub poorly seated. This mounting style suits a fixed desk better than someone who wants to carry a small hub between rooms or laptops.

Match the mixed connector map to the devices you actually attach

The DESK-2U1C listing shows two USB 3.0 Type-A data ports and one USB 3.0 Type-C data port, alongside two audio ports. That gives a workstation more than one connector shape while preserving the desk-mounted position. The Newegg description calls the three USB connections data ports and describes audio input/output for a microphone and speakers. It is not a multi-monitor dock: the source does not list HDMI, DisplayPort, or a network jack. Buyers who mainly want front-of-desk access to USB and audio may find this mix more relevant than a larger grommet hub with a different port face.

Distinguish the two-A/one-C model from DESK-4U

ORICO's product page lists DESK-4U and DESK-2U1C as different outputs under the same desk-grommet family. DESK-4U has four USB-A outputs; DESK-2U1C has two USB-A, one USB-C, and two audio ports. The frozen row's audio and Type-C title matches the latter. Check for the full DESK-2U1C model code because the similar family title alone can lead to choosing the wrong connector layout. Do not apply the DESK-4U port map to this profile.

Understand what the speed claim covers

The seller page lists USB 3.0 and up to 5Gbps. This is the stated interface ceiling, not a promise that every port independently sustains that rate while several devices are active. The inspected pages do not provide a per-port power budget, an external power adapter, or a charging-output specification. Treat the hub as a data and audio expansion point unless the exact current listing says more. If a powered setup or charging output is important, look for a technical table that names the input and output power arrangements.

Verify the current item by model, not the old ASIN

The ORICO pages support DESK-2U1C's port layout, but none ties B07ZPMF2TV to the exact model. The Amazon page could not be opened. The tagged search uses the model code and desk-grommet design so the buyer can compare the current offer's photo, cable, and opening size with this profile. It does not imply that the historic ASIN is still live or that every page using a four-port title refers to the same configuration. The sources establish the model family, not a present seller's inventory or price.

Check the full installation before committing the desk opening

A grommet hub is useful only if the cable can reach the computer and the installed body clears the material beneath the desk. The saved sources give the opening size and host-cable length, but do not provide a complete underside clearance drawing or an external power specification. Measure the opening, trace the route to a USB-A host port, and consider whether the cable can pass around a monitor arm or other desk hardware. If the work area changes often, a loose portable hub may be easier to reposition than a fixed grommet unit. This is a fit and cable-planning check, not a claim that the hub was installed or tested.

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Before you buy

How many USB data ports does DESK-2U1C have?

Three: two Type-A and one Type-C, according to the ORICO and store listings.

Does it fit any desk hole?

No. The listed opening size is 60mm; measure the desk before choosing it.

Is it the four-Type-A DESK-4U?

No. ORICO lists DESK-4U as a separate model with a different port layout.

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Sources and review basis

Sources & review basis

We use the linked product documentation for the features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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