Available in a broad range of lengths, from 6 inches to 300 feet or more, USB extension cords let users place accessories such as computer keyboards, mice, or printers in convenient locations. Short cables use power provided by a computer's data port. Cables over 10 feet have built-in repeaters and power adapters or use USB over CAT5 technology to ensure reliable signal transmission. Protect expensive computer systems by using HDMI and USB extensions to create connections between computer monitors and peripherals in public areas and secure computer facilities.
USB extenders have outer jackets of durable plastic that prevents physical damage to their transmission wires. Inside the protective covers, foil and braided metal shield against electrical interference. USB extension cables have molded shells that protect plugs as well as nickel-coated connectors that are durable and corrosion resistant. USB cables, including USB over CAT5 products, are all compatible with cord organizers and cable trays.
The USB standard defines several different physical plug configurations. Most USB extension cords have one male and one female connector of the same type, which is a combination that ensures users can connect computers and peripherals with matching plugs.
While USB cables provide reliable and fast data connections, they have a somewhat short maximum range, which is about 16 feet for USB 2.0 cables with repeaters. USB over CAT5 extensions get around this limit by transmitting information across a point-to-point ethernet link. Some of these products use a single network cable to handle multiple USB connections. Ethernet-based USB extension cables have a maximum range of 328 feet and are an ideal way to add computer access to office spaces with limited power or network facilities.
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