Eaton Tripp Lite Series 1-Port USB over Cat5/Cat6 Extender Kit - Plug and Play, International Plug Adapters, 164 ft. (50 m), TAA

Unlock seamless USB access across your workspace with the Eaton Tripp Lite Series 1-Port USB over Cat5/Cat6 Extender Kit. Designed for homes, small offices, and enterprise environments, this plug-and-play USB extender lets you connect a USB-A port on your computer or laptop to a peripheral located up to 164 feet (50 meters) away. It’s the perfect solution when a printer, webcam, external hard drive, or other USB device needs to be physically distant from the host PC—without sacrificing performance or reliability. Built to withstand the demands of modern workspaces, this extender is a practical, cost-effective upgrade that enhances productivity and reduces clutter by eliminating the need to move devices or sit directly at the computer.

• Distance that changes how you design your workspace: Extend a USB-A port up to 164 feet (50 meters) over standard Cat5/Cat6 Ethernet cabling, enabling flexible printer placement, centralized USB hubs, or remote access to USB peripherals wherever you need them. This extended range is ideal for conference rooms, production floors, classrooms, or home offices where devices must stay out of reach yet remain fully functional. By leveraging existing cabling infrastructure, you can minimize cable clutter and optimize room layouts while preserving reliable USB performance across long distances.
• Plug-and-play simplicity with broad USB device compatibility: The B203-101-PNPINT extender kit is engineered for effortless setup—no drivers or software to install. Simply connect the transmitter to your computer’s USB-A port, connect the receiver to your USB peripheral, and link the two units with Cat5/Cat6 cable. It supports a wide range of USB devices, including printers, cameras, scanners, external hard drives, and other USB peripherals. This makes it a versatile choice for offices that rely on shared devices, hot desks, or remote peripherals that need to be accessed from multiple workstations.
• International plug adapters and compliance: This extender kit includes international plug adapters, making it a strong fit for multinational offices, remote work sites, or travelers who need consistent USB extension performance across different regions. In addition to its plug-and-play convenience, the product is TAA-compliant, meeting procurement standards for government and contracted work. The combination of global adaptors and compliance ensures that you can deploy this extender in diverse environments with confidence, whether you’re setting up a local workstation or outfitting a global network of offices.
• Robust design for daily use and reliable performance: Built to deliver stable USB extension even in busy environments, the kit emphasizes reliability, ease of integration, and long-term value. Its compact transmitter and receiver units minimize footprint on desks and equipment racks, while high-quality connectors and durable cabling support consistent data integrity across long runs. Whether you’re connecting a busy office printer at the far end of a floor or keeping a webcam accessible in a conference room, this extender helps you maintain smooth workflow without the need to relocate devices or upgrade network infrastructure.
• Cat5/Cat6 cabling flexibility with easy installation for a wide range of setups: By operating over standard Cat5 or Cat6 Ethernet cables, this extender lets you repurpose existing network wiring for USB extensions, reducing installation costs and downtime. The kit is compatible with a variety of layouts, from simple straight runs to more complex installations that require routing around obstacles or through walls. For IT teams, this means quicker deployments, fewer material requirements, and a scalable approach to connecting distributed USB peripherals across an office or campus.

Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Series 1-Port USB over Cat5/Cat6 Extender Kit

• Model: B203-101-PNPINT 1-Port USB over Cat5/Cat6 Extender Kit
• Distance: Extends a USB-A port up to 164 ft (50 m) over Cat5/Cat6 cabling
• Ports: 1 USB-A host port at the local end and 1 USB-A device port at the remote end
• Cabling: Uses standard Cat5/Cat6 Ethernet cable (needs a continuous run between transmitter and receiver)
• Power and operation: Plug-and-play, no software or drivers required; typically bus-powered by USB, with external power only if your USB device requires more power than the bus can provide
• Compliance and compatibility: TAA-compliant; designed to work with standard USB peripherals such as printers, webcams, external hard drives, and other USB devices

How to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series 1-Port USB over Cat5/Cat6 Extender Kit

• Prepare the workspace by ensuring you have a clean, accessible path for the Cat5/Cat6 cable between the computer and the USB device location.
• Connect the transmitter unit to the computer’s USB-A port using the included USB cable, placing the transmitter in a well-ventilated, unobstructed area near the PC.
• Attach the receiver unit to the USB device you want to access remotely (printer, webcam, external drive, etc.). Ensure the USB device is powered if required by its own specifications.
• Run a Cat5/Cat6 patch cable from the transmitter to the receiver, avoiding kinks and ensuring a solid connection at both ends. Use cable routing that minimizes interference and protects the wires from damage.
• Power on the USB device and verify that the host PC recognizes the remote USB device. If the device does not enumerate immediately, check the Cat5/Cat6 link, reconnect cables, and confirm that the device is powered as needed. In standard office setups, no software installation is required, and the device should be ready to use once connected.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the maximum distance supported by this USB extender?
  A: The extender supports USB connectivity over Cat5/Cat6 cabling up to 164 feet (50 meters), enabling flexible placement of USB devices across large rooms, floors, or office layouts.
• Q: Do I need drivers or software to use this extender?
  A: No. The kit is designed to be plug-and-play, requiring no software or driver installation. It uses standard USB functionality, so most USB peripherals will work without additional configuration.
• Q: Which USB devices are compatible with the extender?
  A: The extender supports standard USB peripherals including printers, webcams, external hard drives, scanners, and other USB devices that connect via a USB-A port. Some very high-power devices may require external power, depending on the device’s power needs.
• Q: Is the extender suitable for international offices?
  A: Yes. The kit includes international plug adapters and is TAA-compliant, making it suitable for global deployments and government procurement where required.
• Q: Can I use this extender with USB-C devices?
  A: The extender provides a USB-A connection at the host and device ends. USB-C devices will work if they use a USB-A adapter or through a USB-A peripheral that connects to the extender; a direct USB-C connection to the host is not supported without an adapter.
• Q: Do I need a network switch or router?
  A: No. This is a USB extension solution that operates over Cat5/Cat6 cabling and does not require any network infrastructure, switches, or routers for basic USB device extension.