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IOGEAR
IOGEAR GUWH104KIT Four-Port Wireless USB 2.0 Hub Kit

For legacy USB 2.0 devices where wireless hub placement matters more than current OS support. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

The GUWH104KIT is a niche legacy solution for moving a four-port USB hub away from the computer without running a long USB cable. Its Windows XP SP2 requirement and USB 2.0 interface make exact host and driver compatibility the decisive checks.

Consider it for

A legacy computer or device setup where the listed software is compatible and placing a powered four-port hub away from the host is useful..

Look elsewhere if

It is not for modern computers unless a compatible driver is independently confirmed, fast external storage, a bus-powered setup, or a buyer who expects Wi-Fi networking rather than the kit's dedicated USB receiver.

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Pros & cons

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

What works in its favor

  • B&H identifies the GUWH104KIT model and four downstream USB 2.0 ports.
  • The kit includes a separate host adapter, antenna and AC power supply.
  • The listed wireless range gives a placement reference for a legacy setup.

What to weigh up

  • Windows XP SP2 is the only operating system listed in the inspected product record.
  • The 480Mbps USB 2.0 class is not suited to current high-speed storage expectations.
  • The current Amazon offer and historical ASIN mapping remain unverified.
Specifications and exact model details

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredGUWH104KIT
Host connectorUSB 2.0 host receiver is included; the connector shape is not confirmed in the saved record.
USB 3.x data portsFour USB 2.0 downstream ports; B&H lists up to 480Mbps class throughput as a specification.
InstallationWireless hub kit with a separate computer receiver and listed range up to 30 feet.
Hub powerAC adapter is listed in the kit; this is not a bus-powered travel splitter.
Host chargingNo USB-C laptop PD pass-through or host-delivered charging wattage is 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

Use the wireless link to place a hub away from a legacy host

The GUWH104KIT has a four-port hub and a separate USB host receiver connected to the computer. B&H lists a wireless range up to 30 feet, which can help avoid routing a long USB cable across a desk or room. The listed range is a maximum specification, not a guarantee through every wall or radio environment; the inspected record does not detail those conditions. The hub itself uses an included AC adapter, so the placement flexibility comes with a power-cable requirement.

Keep expectations within USB 2.0

The four downstream connections are USB 2.0, and B&H lists a 480Mbps class rate, also described as up to 60MB/s. That is a standard-level claim rather than a measured file-copy result. It may be adequate for basic legacy peripherals where remote placement matters more than transfer speed, but it is not a modern fast-drive hub. The USB 2.0 ports share the wireless link and host path, so attaching several high-bandwidth devices does not create independent full-rate channels.

Verify the computer and driver before buying

The saved B&H specification lists Windows XP SP2 only and includes a GUWA100U host adapter and software CD. IOGEAR's support index points to legacy manuals and drivers but does not establish compatibility with current Windows or macOS releases. A spare USB port does not prove the receiver will operate on a modern computer. Check the exact driver version and operating-system support for the intended host before relying on this kit for a working setup.

Plan for the separate power supply and kit pieces

B&H lists an AC adapter, antenna, USB host receiver, USB cable and software along with the hub. This is a kit rather than a pocket splitter, and the hub needs an outlet near its remote location. If buying used or imported, confirm that the required pieces are present. The saved record describes the computer-side receiver as USB 2.0 but does not establish the connector's exact physical shape in this review, so do not infer a Type-A or Type-C plug from the downstream ports.

Search the model without assuming today's Amazon offer

B&H identifies the product as IOGEAR GUWH104KIT, while the historical Amazon page for B000UU46W8 returned an internal error. The model is supported, but that ASIN is not confirmed as a current exact offer. Use the tagged model search and check the receiver, four-port hub and included supply on any result. This review uses saved product and support records; it makes no claim of personal testing, current price, inventory, sales or customer-review consensus.

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Before you buy

Does it connect through ordinary Wi-Fi?

The listed kit uses its included dedicated USB host receiver.

Does the hub need its own power?

Yes. B&H lists an included AC adapter for the hub.

Which operating system is documented?

The inspected B&H record lists Windows XP SP2 only; current OS compatibility remains unverified.

Is B000UU46W8 confirmed as a current offer?

No. The historical Amazon page was unreadable, so use the tagged model search.

Where can I check the current price?

Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.

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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