StarTech.com USB2004EXTV 4-port USB 2.0-over-Cat5-or-Cat6 extender - up to 130ft (40m)

While maintaining a sleek and compact design, this 4-Port USB 2.0 Extender offers a practical solution for enhancing your workspace flexibility. It allows you to extend the reach of your USB 2.0 devices over a single Ethernet cable, achieving distances of up to 130ft (40m) with Cat5 and up to 165ft (50m) with Cat6. This cost-effective USB extender is designed with a unique 4-port layout, featuring 2 easily accessible ports on top, making it an ideal choice for those seeking both convenience and efficiency.This USB extender kit includes a transmitter and a 4-port hub receiver, supporting transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps. It's plug-and-play and hot-swap compatible, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free setup. The extender's ability to overcome the standard 16ft USB cable length limitation enables you to position your devices such as hard drive enclosures, printers, scanners, webcams, and other peripherals exactly where you need them, thereby saving time and boosting productivity.The extender's port location is designed for quick and easy connections, especially for frequently used USB devices. The two top ports are perfect for swift connections to portable devices like flash drives, smartphones, and tablets, while the two front-facing ports cater to printers or other devices requiring a more permanent setup.This versatile USB 2.0 Extender is OS independent, supporting Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. It requires no additional drivers or software for setup, and is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 peripherals. The extender can be used as a mid-point repeater to increase the connection distance of your USB peripherals, eliminating the need for new wiring. You can utilize existing direct cable, in-wall Cat5 or Cat6, to extend USB connections between rooms. This makes it a perfect solution for both home and office setups, offering a blend of performance, convenience, and flexibility.