StarTech.com
StarTech.com U02442 USB Extender
Extend your USB 2.0 connections reliably with the StarTech.com U02442 USB Extender. Designed for IT professionals, this extender supports up to four USB 2.0 devices and offers an impressive reach of up to 78.7ft (24m) with a single unit, or a combined 157.4ft (48m) when daisy-chained. Its active electronics and booster chip ensure signal integrity over long distances. Enjoy flexible installation thanks to bus-powered operation, and benefit from driverless, OS-independent setup. Enhanced safety is provided with Level 4 ESD protection.
$148.81
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
558
/ 711
#558 in USB & FireWire Hubs
Price vs Category Average
+117%
Above average
USB Standard
2.0
/ USB
Who it's for
- Significant Range Extension
- Cost-Effective Cabling
- Simple Installation and Power
Who should skip it
- Limited to USB 2.0 Speeds
- Potential Power Delivery Issues
- Latency and Compatibility Risks
Key Specs
USB Standard
USB 2.0
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
480 Mbit/s
Maximum Extension Distance
157.4ft (48m) when daisy-chained
Number of Ports
4
ESD Protection
Level 4 (15kV air discharge, 8kV contact discharge)
Power Supply
Bus-powered
Compatibility
Backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0
Operating System Compatibility
Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS
Features
- Extends USB 2.0 up to 157.4ft (48m)
- Supports up to four USB 2.0 devices
- Maintains stable signal quality
- Flexible bus-powered installation
- Driverless and OS independent
- Backward compatible with USB 1.1/1.0
- Level 4 ESD protection included
- Daisy-chainable for maximum reach
What customers say
Users highly value this USB extender for its reliable, long-distance signal extension using existing Cat5e or Cat6 infrastructure. Its plug-and-play simplicity makes it excellent for basic peripherals like keyboards and mice in professional settings. The core strength is solving distance challenges effectively. However, performance is significantly limited when used with high-bandwidth devices, often defaulting to slower USB speeds. Success strongly depends on using high-quality shielded Ethernet cabling. Overall, it is an excellent specialized tool, provided users understand and respect its bandwidth constraints.
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