UNITEK Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable – Effective Signal Boosted

UNITEK Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable (Signal Boosted)

UNITEK Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable extends your USB 2.0 connection from PCs, laptops, printers, cameras, and other peripherals over long distances without signal loss. A built-in active repeater chipset regenerates the signal, so even at 40m the connection stays stable — a plain passive cable can’t do this beyond a few meters. Available in six lengths (5M to 40M) with gold-plated connectors and a Space Grey aluminum shell, plus a DC 5V power jack for extra signal strength when powering high-draw peripherals.

Specifications of UNITEK Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable

Connectivity

Input

• USB 2.0 Type-A (Male) — Upstream, connects to PC/laptop

Output

• USB 2.0 Type-A (Female) — Downstream, connects to peripheral

What’s in the Box

• 1 × UNITEK Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable (length per SKU ordered)
• 1 × User Manual

FAQ

What is this cable used for?
It extends the reach of a USB 2.0 connection between a computer and peripherals like printers, cameras, keyboards, or external drives, over distances up to 40m.

Why does it need a power jack?
Signal strength weakens over long copper cable runs. The active repeater chipset regenerates the signal, and the external DC 5V jack gives it extra power for high-consumption devices or the longest lengths.

Is external power mandatory?
No, in most cases power drawn from the connected device is enough. The DC jack is there for high-draw peripherals or when running the maximum length.

Which lengths are available?
5M (Y-271), 10M (Y-272), 15M (Y-273), 20M (Y-274), 30M (Y-275), and 40M (Y-276).

Does it require a driver?
No, it’s plug-and-play and hot-swappable across Windows, macOS, and Linux.