Description
ATEN 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT 5 Extender (up to 50m)
The ATEN UCE3250 4-Port USB 2.0 Cat5 Extender is a versatile two‑unit solution that combines a USB hub with a robust USB extender. Designed for environments where USB devices need to be positioned far from the host computer, this system lets you connect up to four USB peripherals across a Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 Ethernet cable, reaching distances of up to 50 meters. Whether you’re expanding a point‑of‑sale station, setting up a multimedia workstation, or placing keyboards, mice, printers, or other USB devices where they’re most convenient, this ATEN extender offers reliable performance, simple setup, and seamless compatibility with a wide range of USB 2.0 devices. It’s an excellent choice for offices, classrooms, retail kiosks, event setups, and industrial environments that demand flexible USB reach without sacrificing speed or reliability.
- Extend four USB 2.0 peripherals over Cat5/5e/6 cabling with zero compromise on performance, enabling flexible device placement up to 50 meters away from the computer.
- Dual-unit design that functions as both a USB hub and an extender, providing centralized USB access while preserving full data throughput for connected devices.
- USB 2.0 compatibility delivers speeds up to 480 Mbps, ensuring smooth operation for keyboards, mice, printers, webcams, USB drives, scanners, and more.
- Plug‑and‑play usability with broad OS compatibility; no complex setup required in most scenarios, making it suitable for mixed environments and quick deployments.
- Ideal for demanding environments where device placement matters — retail counters, manufacturing floors, lecture halls, conference rooms, and multimedia stations benefit from the dependable reach and tidy cable management the extender provides.
Technical Details of ATEN 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT 5 Extender (up to 50m)
- USB standard: USB 2.0 compliant with data rates up to 480 Mbps
- Ports: 4 downstream USB 2.0 ports to connect multiple peripherals
- Distance: Extends connectivity over Cat5/5e/6 Ethernet cables up to 50 meters
- Design: Two-unit system consisting of a transmitter unit connected to the host computer and a receiver unit connected to the USB devices
- Cable requirement: Cat5/5e/6 Ethernet cable used to link the two units
- Compatibility: Broad USB 2.0 device compatibility; designed to be transparent to the operating system
how to install ATEN 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT 5 Extender
- Position the transmitter unit near the host computer and the receiver unit near the USB devices you want to use remotely.
- Connect the USB back to the computer from the transmitter unit using the appropriate USB cable supplied with the extender.
- Run a Cat5/5e/6 Ethernet cable from the transmitter to the receiver, ensuring a solid connection for stable performance across the full 50-meter range.
- Plug the USB devices into the receiver unit’s four USB ports. You can connect keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, USB drives, cameras, and other USB 2.0 peripherals supported by your OS.
- Power on the host computer and the remote devices. In most setups, the system will recognize connected peripherals automatically; no specialized drivers are required beyond those provided by the USB devices themselves.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary purpose of the ATEN 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT 5 Extender? It enables you to locate USB peripherals at a distance from the computer, extending USB connectivity up to 50 meters over Cat5/5e/6 cables while providing a convenient four-port USB hub at the remote end.
- How many USB devices can be connected simultaneously? Up to four USB 2.0 devices can be connected through the remote receiver unit, making it ideal for multi-peripheral setups.
- Does this extender require drivers? In most cases, USB devices will be recognized by the host OS without additional drivers. The system is designed to be plug-and-play and transparent to the operating system.
- What cables are supported? The extender works with standard Cat5, Cat5e, and Cat6 Ethernet cables, giving you flexibility based on what is available in your environment.
- Is the solution suitable for different environments and devices? Yes. Its broad USB 2.0 compatibility and four-port hub design make it well-suited for office, retail, classroom, conference, and industrial applications where remote USB access is valuable.
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