Product Type | USB 2.0 Extender |
Form Factor | External |
Enclosure Material | Metal |
Color | Black |
Weight | 6.1 oz |
Power Source | External Power Adapter |
Power Requirements | 100 – 240V AC, 50/60Hz |
Power Output | 5V DC, 500mA |
Maximum Distance | 492 ft (150 m) |
USB Cable Included | 2 ft USB host cable |
Warranty | 2 Years |
StarTech USB 2.0 Extender Over Cat5e/Cat6, 492ft, 480Mbps





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- Enables long-distance USB device connectivity (up to 492ft) without using a network infrastructure
- Cross-platform compatibility supports seamless integration in diverse IT environments
- Durable, metal-enclosed design backed by a 2-year warranty ensures dependable long-term operation
Product Overview
USB 2.0 adapter extender - 1x USB device 492ft over CAT5e/CAT6 Ethernet cable (RJ45) 480Mbps - Metal shell - 2ft USB host cable - Powered 5VDC, 500mA port w/incl PWR adapter - Win/macOS/Linux - USB 2.0/1.1/1.0 - Not for use w/Network/LAN equipmentSpecifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Product Dimensions (W x D x H) | 2.6 x 1.3 x 1 in |
Mounting Options | Desktop |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management |
Interfaces
USB Interface | USB 2.0 Type-A |
Number of USB Ports (Device Side) | 1 |
Supported USB Standards | USB 2.0, USB 1.1, USB 1.0 |
Host Interface | USB Type-A (Transmitter) |
Remote Connection Interface | 1 x RJ-45 |
Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 480 Mbps |
Connector Type (Transmitter) | USB Type-A Male, RJ-45 Female |
Connector Type (Receiver) | USB Type-A Female, RJ-45 Female |
Cable Type Required | Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet Cable |
Cable Included | No |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
REACH Compliant | Yes |
WEEE Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Security Features | Not Applicable |