StarTech USB2004EXT2NA 4-Port USB 2.0 Extender Over Cat5/Cat6

Overview :

The StarTech USB2004EXT2NA is a professional-grade USB extension solution designed to bridge the distance limitation of standard USB cabling. This system allows for the connection of up to four USB 2.0 devices at distances of up to 330 feet (100 meters) using a single standard Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cable. It is primarily utilized in industrial control, digital signage, and security environments where the host computer must be isolated from the user interface or peripheral hardware.

The kit includes a local transmitter and a remote 4-port receiver hub. The remote unit provides up to 600mA of power per port, ensuring stable operation for power-hungry peripherals like external hard drives, webcams, or scanners. It supports full USB 2.0 data transfer rates of up to 480Mbps and is fully transparent to the operating system, requiring no additional drivers for installation.

Designed for reliability in demanding deployments, the extender features a rugged metal housing and is compatible with existing network infrastructure (point-to-point). It is not designed to operate through active network switches or routers; it requires a direct, dedicated cable run between the local and remote units to maintain signal integrity and low latency.

key features :

• Extends four USB 2.0 devices up to 330ft via Cat5e/Cat6 cable.

• Provides 600mA per port to power high-draw USB peripherals.

• Plug-and-play setup requires no drivers for OS compatibility.

• 480Mbps bandwidth support ensures full USB 2.0 performance.

• Durable metal construction is suitable for commercial installations.