Due to its design, USB cable has a normal maximum length of about 5 meters (16.4 feet), but you can get longer distances by using an Active USB Extension/Repeater Cable from Monoprice!
This is a bus-powered extension cable that can be used to increase the length of a device without any signal loss or potential performance problems. It contains active electronics, which boost the USB signal for maximum reliability and performance over extended distances. The cable operates as self-powered extender, for use with USB cameras? printers? webcams? keyboard/mouse, etc.
It is a true plug-and-play device. No additional drivers are required. It supports Win98/2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS V9.0 or higher, and Linux. It can also be used with many types of USB devices, including the Xbox Kinect* and the Eye of the PS3 Move!
Features:
USB A male to A female extension
Gold-plated connector
28/24 AWG wires
Compliant with USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbps) standard
Backwards compatible with USB 1.0/1.1 standards
Active USB extension cable
Ensures good signal quality to meet USB 2.0 specification
Extends USB signal up to 10 meters (32 feet)
Operating temperature range from 0 to +80°C (+32 to +176°F)
Compatible with Windows® 98/2000/XP/Vista®/7, Mac® OS X®, and Linux
Transfer data in a snap
With USB port, enjoy the plug-and-play facility
Active feature for better reliability and ensure maximum productivity
