The Eaton Tripplite U042-036 is a 36-foot (11-meter) USB 2.0 active device cable designed to extend the reach of USB connections beyond the standard 5-meter limitation. This cable is suitable for IT environments where USB printers or other peripherals need to be positioned further from a host computer. It incorporates an active repeater to maintain a full 480Mbps data transfer rate across its entire length, ensuring signal integrity for high-speed USB 2.0 devices. The cable features USB "A" to USB "B" connections and is backward compatible with USB 1.1. It operates as a bus-powered device, eliminating the need for an external power supply, and supports plug-and-play functionality with Windows 98/ME/2000/XP and MAC operating systems. This product addresses the challenge of device placement flexibility without compromising USB performance.
The cable maintains full 480Mbps speed, consistent with High-Speed USB 2.0 specifications, along its entire 36-foot length.
Yes, the cable is backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices, allowing it to connect to a wider range of peripherals.
No, the cable is bus-powered, meaning it draws power directly from the USB port and does not require an external power adapter.
No, this cable is designed for a single, non-daisy chainable run and should not be used with extension cables for further distance.
U042-036 - Eaton Tripplite 36' USB 2.0 Active Cable