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product_id: 187051062
title: "Arlo Certified Accessory, SmartHub Add-On Unit, USB Local Storage, Designed for Arlo Essential 2, Pro 3, Pro 4, Pro 5, Ultra 2 (+XL), Video Doorbell, & Floodlight, White"
brand: "arlo"
price: "AED 594"
currency: AED
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Arlo"
url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/187051062-arlo-certified-accessory-smarthub-add-on-unit-usb-local-storage
store_origin: AE
region: United Arab Emirates
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# USB external HDD support Seamless Wi-Fi & HomePlug connectivity Privacy-first local storage Arlo Certified Accessory, SmartHub Add-On Unit, USB Local Storage, Designed for Arlo Essential 2, Pro 3, Pro 4, Pro 5, Ultra 2 (+XL), Video Doorbell, & Floodlight, White

**Brand:** arlo
**Price:** AED 594
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Elevate your home security with private, expandable storage—because your footage deserves VIP treatment.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Arlo Certified Accessory, SmartHub Add-On Unit, USB Local Storage, Designed for Arlo Essential 2, Pro 3, Pro 4, Pro 5, Ultra 2 (+XL), Video Doorbell, & Floodlight, White by arlo
- **How much does it cost?** AED 594 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/187051062-arlo-certified-accessory-smarthub-add-on-unit-usb-local-storage)

## Best For

- arlo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arlo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Home Ready:** Integrates smoothly with Apple HomeKit and supports HomePlug for reliable wired connectivity.
- • **Secure Your Moments:** Keep your video footage private with encrypted local storage only accessible to you.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Easy surface mount installation with included power and network cables—get started in minutes.
- • **Expand Storage Effortlessly:** Plug in any external USB hard drive for unlimited local video backup—no cloud fees.
- • **Universal Arlo Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Arlo Essential 2, Pro 3, Pro 4, Pro 5, Ultra 2 (+XL), Video Doorbell, and Floodlight.

## Overview

The Arlo Certified SmartHub Add-On Unit offers secure local video storage via USB for a wide range of Arlo cameras. Designed for indoor use, it supports 2K video resolution and connects through Wi-Fi and HomePlug protocols. This compact, easy-to-install hub ensures your recordings stay private and accessible only to you, while seamlessly integrating with Apple HomeKit for smart home control.

## Description

Shop Arlo Certified Accessory, SmartHub Add-On Unit, USB Local Storage, Designed for Arlo Essential 2, Pro 3, Pro 4, Pro 5, Ultra 2 (+XL), Video Doorbell, & Floodlight, White. Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

Review: Quality product - Quality product.. easy to install..Value for money..fast delivery..would recommend..
Review: Arlo smart hub - As description , very easy to use, works welk

## Features

- SmartHub for Arlo HD, Arlo Pro, Arlo Pro 2, Arlo Pro 3 and Arlo Ultra Cameras
- Privacy and security: your records are stored safely and are only accessible to you
- Additional function of local storage via USB port with external hard drive
- Country of Origin: Viet Nam

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08516SJZ9 |
| Alert Type | Audio and Motion |
| Antenna Location | Manage and store footage from Arlo security cameras and devices |
| Batteries are Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 52,045 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 46 in Intercom |
| Brand | Arlo |
| Colour | White |
| Compatible Devices | Camera |
| Connectivity Protocol | HomePlug |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Apple HomeKit |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (696) |
| Included Components | (1) Arlo SmartHub VMB4540 (1) Power Supply (1) Network Cable (1) Quick Start Guide (1) Window Sticker |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Installation Type | Screw In |
| Item Dimensions | 17.2 x 20 x 10 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Arlo SmartHub |
| Item Weight | 0.5 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | ARLO |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year. |
| Model Name | VMB4540-100EUS |
| Model Number | VMB4540-100EUS |
| Mount Type | Surface Mount |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Local Recording |
| Power source | Wired, Power Cord |
| UPC | 193108139250 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Video Capture Format | Flash |
| Video Capture Resolution | 2K |
| Wireless Technology Type | Wi-Fi |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arlo
- **Connectivity technology:** Wired
- **Model name:** VMB4540-100EUS
- **Recommended uses for product:** Manage and store footage from Arlo security cameras and devices
- **Special feature:** Local Recording

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can i insert micro sd card 512gb in vmb5000 smart hub? is 256gb the maximum capacity?**
A: Dear Amazon Customer,

Thank you for your question.

We have tested micro-SD cards with a maximum capacity of 256 GB and can only confirm that up to that capacity they work properly.

Further useful information on how to take advantage of the local storage on micro-SD card with the VMB5000 SmartHub is available in this knowledge base article: How do I record 4K videos to a local storage device?

You can look it up by going to our website and clicking on the magnifying icon in the top right-hand corner.

If you have further questions or need our help, please contact our support team: go to our website, click on “Support” in the top right-hand toolbar, and select country from the drop-down list. Calls are free of charge.

You can also visit the Arlo community: go to our website, click “Support” in the upper toolbar, scroll to the middle of the page and in the green window click on “Ask the Community”.

Regards,
Arlo Europe Support

**Q: Can i access stored videos on this Hub from outside home network?**
A: Dear Amazon Customer,

Thank you for your question. We apologize for the late reply.

It is possible to access the locally saved recordings on a micro-SD card via the Arlo Secure app thanks to the Direct Storage Access feature. To access the recordings from outside your local network, you will have to enable port forwarding or use a VPN.

For further useful information, please visit https://kb.arlo.com/000062337/What-is-Direct-Storage-Access-and-how-do-I-use-it

If you have further questions or need our help, please contact our support team, our experts will be glad to assist you further. All the contact options are available here: https://www.arlo.com/en_gb/support

You can also visit the Arlo community: https://community.arlo.com/t5/Arlo-Smart-Home-Security/ct-p/Arlo

Regards,
Arlo Europe Support

**Q: What is the connectivity range of this hub compared with the arlo pro 2 base station?**
A: Dear Amazon Customer,Due to technical problems, we apologize for the delayed response on your query.Thank you for your question. The connectivity range is approximately the same as with the PRO base station.If you have further questions, then please visit our Arlo community at https://community.netgear.com/t5/Arlo-Smart-Home-Security/ct-p/ArloBest Regards,Arlo Support UK

**Q: Would this work with Arlo pro 4**
A: Dear Amazon Customer,

Thank you for your question.

Yes, the VMB4540 Arlo SmartHub is compatible with the following Arlo products: Arlo Ultra, Ultra 2, Essential Wire-Free, Essential Indoor, Pro 4, Pro 3, Pro 3 Floodlight, Pro 2, Pro, VMC3030 Wire-Free, Video Doorbell Essential Wired, and Audio Doorbell.

Keep in mind that the Arlo Pro 4 camera can also be directly connected to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.

More answers to the FAQ about the Arlo Pro 4 camera can be found in this article from our knowledge base: Arlo Pro 4 FAQ

You can look it up by going to our website, clicking on “Support” in the upper left corner, and then “Get Support”.

If you have further questions or need our help, please contact our support team: go to our website, click on “Support” in the upper toolbar, scroll to the middle of the page and in the green window click on “Contact Support”, then scroll down and select country from the drop-down list. The calls are free of charge.

You can also visit the Arlo community: go to our website, click “Support” in the upper toolbar, scroll to the middle of the page and in the green window click on “Ask the Community”.

Regards,
Arlo Europe Support

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality product
*by T***H on 13 July 2025*

Quality product.. easy to install..Value for money..fast delivery..would recommend..

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Arlo smart hub
*by A***R on 27 September 2025*

As description , very easy to use, works welk

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product but lack sufficient instructions.
*by D***W on 29 January 2026*

Printed instructions are lacking adequate information. Go to the Web to get proper information.

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*Store origin: AE*
*Last updated: 2026-05-13*