1 Port USB 2.0 over Cat5 / Cat6 Ethernet Extender - up to 330ft (100m)
Extend one USB 2.0 connection up to 330ft away from the computer over Cat5 or Cat6 cable
Product ID: USB2001EXT2
- One USB 2.0 port over a single Cat5/Cat6 cable
- Maximum extension distance of up to 100m (330ft) over Cat5 or Cat6 cabling
- Rugged, metal enclosure with surface-mounting bracket kit included
- Hi-Speed USB 2.0 compliant, with support for data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps
- Up to 500mA of power per port, for USB bus-powered devices
- 8kV Contact and 16kV Air Electrical Static Discharge (ESD) protection
- No driver or software installation required
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Overview
The USB2001EXT2 USB over Cat5/Cat6 Extender lets you extend a USB 2.0 connection over distances of up to 100-meters (330-feet), over standard Cat5 or Cat6 ethernet cabling.
Backward compatible with USB 1.x devices, the extender enables almost any kind of USB device to be placed at remote locations away from the host computer system.
With data bandwidth of up to 480 Mbps and no software installation required, the USB extender offers a fast, easy, and versatile solution for business or industrial applications with durable metal housing, an included surface-mounting bracket kit, and simple plug-and-play installation.
Plus, the extender provides up to the full 500 mA of power (with the use of an external power adapter at the remote end) allowing for greater compatibility with bus-powered USB devices.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- Extend a USB 2.0 device up to 100m/ 330ft away from the computer over a single Cat5 or Cat6 ethernet cable
- Connect USB devices with up to 480Mbps of bandwidth and the full 500mA of power for improved speed, compatibility and reliability
- Eliminates the need to cascade expensive, inflexible and space consuming USB hubs or repeaters for USB range extension
Applications
Secured environments where the host computer must be in a secure, inaccessible location from the the keyboard, mouse, camera or other USB input devices
Industrial control environments where the host computer must be located away from interference or contamination
Can be used with existing in-wall Cat5/Cat6 ethernet wiring, for extending USB connections between rooms
Reduce cable clutter and the need for mid-point USB hubs/repeaters by running a single, easy-to-install Cat5/Cat6 cable
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram Micro Sweden | V932018 | |
| UPC Code | 065030847780 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Cabling | Cat 5e UTP or better | |
| Ports | 1 | |
| Performance | ||
| Frequency Range | 175,316 Hours | |
| Max Distance | 100 m / 330 ft | |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 480 Mbps | |
| Connector(s) | ||
| Local Unit Connectors | 1 - RJ-45 Female | |
| 1 - USB B (4 pin) Female | ||
| Remote Unit Connectors | 1 - RJ-45 Female | |
| 1 - USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 Female | ||
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required | |
| Special Notes / Requirements | ||
| System and Cable Requirements | USB enabled computer system with available USB port | |
| Indicators | ||
| LED Indicators | 1 - Activity | |
| 1 - Host Connection | ||
| 1 - Link | ||
| 1 - Power | ||
| 1 - USB Link | ||
| Power | ||
| Input Current | 0.6A | |
| Input Voltage | 110V-240V AC | |
| Output Current | 3A | |
| Output Voltage | 5 DC | |
| Plug Type | C | |
| Power Consumption (In Watts) | 18 | |
| Power Source | AC Adapter Included | |
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 20~90% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Color | Black | |
| Enclosure Type | Aluminum | |
| Product Height | 26 mm [1 in] | |
| Product Length | 100 mm [3.9 in] | |
| Product Weight | 500 g [17.6 oz] | |
| Product Width | 76 mm [3 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Package Quantity | 1 | |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 900 g [31.8 oz] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - USB 2.0 local extender unit | |
| 1 - USB 2.0 remote extender unit | ||
| 1 - 6 ft [1.8 m] USB cable | ||
| 1 - mounting kit | ||
| 1 - universal power adapter (NA, JP, EU, UK, ANZ) | ||
| 1 - quick-start guide | ||
No additional drivers or software required.
Certifications
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Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Manual(s):
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USB200xEXT2.pdf
English
Compliance Letter(s):
Data Sheet(s)
- USB2001EXT2_Datasheet.pdf
English
Frequently Asked Questions
Troubleshooting
If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
- On your keyboard, press the Windows key + X and select Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound, then click Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings for the plan you want to change.
- Click Change advanced power settings.
- Click the plus sign (+) next to “USB settings” and “USB selective suspend setting” to expand the options and change the setting to Disabled.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
- Click the Start button and select Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound, then click Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings for the plan you want to change.
- Click Change advanced power settings.
- Click the plus sign (+) next to “USB settings” and “USB selective suspend setting” to expand the options and change the setting to Disabled.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
- On your desktop, right-click the My Computer icon and select Properties.
- Click the Device Manager tab.
- Expand Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the arrow to the left of it.
- Right-click the first USB Root Hub device and select Properties.
- Click the Power Management tab.
- Clear the box next to Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
- Repeat steps 4-7 for any remaining devices in the Universal Serial Bus Controllers section with “Root Hub” in the name.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
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