What is the best length for Firewire cables?

Firewire cables are available in many sizes ranging from 1 foot long to 15 feet long. Firewire cables come in wireless, Cat 5, fiber optic and coaxial forms. Regardless of length, each cable provides up to 45 watts of power per port at a maximum of 30 volts. In general, it's better to purchase a longer cable to use for multiple applications than it is to purchase a shorter design, unless you plan to use it infrequently.

Do all Firewire cables use the same ports?

No, there are three different types of firewire cable ports including four pin, six pin and nine pin. Firewire ports can be found on DV camcorders, PCs, DVD players and digital audio receivers.

What is the difference between a USB and a Firewire cable?

A Firewire cable is a peer-to-peer connector, meaning any device can be a host or client. A USB connects point to point via a port. Firewire cables allow multiple devices to be connected on one BUS, expanding the functionality without adding extra cords each time. Firewire cables can also transfer data without loading the host CPU.