Introduction

Here's a versatile and cost-effective USB 2.0 extender. It gives you the freedom you need to place your USB device further away, making it perfect for the homes, offices, classrooms, and many other environments. Now, you can easily access and use your USB 2.0 device in a remote location, up to 165 ft. (50 m) away, using Cat5 or Cat6 cable.

Eliminate hassle and smash distance limitations

This USB extender overcomes the 16 ft. cable length limitations of traditional USB 2.0 cables, so you can create a more efficient, more flexible workspace.

It's an inexpensive USB-to-Ethernet solution that's ideal for virtually any USB 2.0 device. You can connect a webcam at the back of a classroom, or a printer in another room at the office, all up to 50 m away from your host computer.

Plus, with a power adapter included for the remote unit, you can connect power-hungry USB devices such as external hard drives.

Rugged durability and peace of mind

Unlike other USB extenders that feature a plastic housing, this extender offers a metal casing that offers rugged durability. Whether the extender is installed in a permanent location, or will be moved from place to place, it gives you the peace of mind that your USB peripheral remains connected and accessible, right where you need it.

Supports any operating system as well as older devices

The USB 2.0-over-Cat5-or-Cat6 extender is OS independent, so it supports a variety of operating systems. Setup is easy with no additional drivers or software required, and the extender is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 peripherals.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Features

• Place your USB device exactly where you need it (up to 50 m), with this cost-effective USB-to-Ethernet extender
• Metal housing for rugged durability
• OS independent for fast, hassle-free setup
• Kit includes a local unit (transmitter) and a remote unit (receiver), as well as a universal power adapter (power adapter must be connected to the remote unit)
• Supports transfer rates of up to 480Mbps
• Plug-and-play and hot-swap compatible

Specification

Local Unit Connectors: USB Mini-B (5 pin) Female

Remote Unit Connectors: USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 Female

RJ-45 Female

RJ-45 Female

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage Temperature: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F)

Humidity: 0~80% RH (Non-condensing)

Ports: 1

Cabling: Cat 5 UTP or better

LED Indicators: Power / Link

Shipping (Package) Weight: 717 g [25.3 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 480Mbps

Max Distance: 50 m / 165 ft

MTBF: 72,000 Hours

Color: Black

Enclosure Type: Steel

Product Length: 80 mm [3.1 in]

Product Width: 52 mm [2 in]

Product Height: 22 mm [0.9 in]

Product Weight: 304 g [10.7 oz]

Power Source: AC Adapter Included

Input Voltage: 100 ~ 240 AC

Input Current: 0.6 A

Output Voltage: 5 DC

Output Current: 2 A

Center Tip Polarity: Positive

Plug Type: N

Power Consumption (In Watts): 10

OS Compatibility: OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required

System and Cable Requirements: A host computer with an available USB-A port (USB Type-A)

Terminated RJ45 Cat5e or better Ethernet cable

Included in Package: USB 2.0 extender local unit

USB 2.0 extender remote unit

24 in [60 cm] USB 2.0 cable

63 in [160 cm] RJ45 cable

rubber feet

universal power adapter (NA/JP, UK, EU, ANZ)

quick-start guide