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๐Ÿ”Œ StarTech.com 4-Port USB 2.0 Extender - 165ft (50m) USB Over Cat5/Cat6 Extender - Compact USB 2.0 Over Ethernet Extender (USB2004EXTV),Black: Enhanced Connectivity and Extended Range for USB Devices Review

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Connector TypeUsb 2.0
Cable TypeUSB cable; Network cable
Compatible DevicesPC; Mac
ColorBlack
BrandStarTech

Description of ๐Ÿ”Œ StarTech.com 4-Port USB 2.0 Extender - 165ft (50m) USB Over Cat5/Cat6 Extender - Compact USB 2.0 Over Ethernet Extender (USB2004EXTV),Black: Enhanced Connectivity and Extended Range for USB Devices

VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITY: The 4-Port USB 2.0 over gigabit extender is compatible with most hard drive enclosures, printers, scanners, webcams and other popular peripherals. INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY: Place up to four USB devices in remote locations away from the host computer system using this USB over LAN extender. EASILY CUSTOMIZABLE: Use the two top ports for fast, easy connections to portable devices. Plus, use the two front-facing ports of the USB over IP extender for a more permanent set-up. EXTENSIVE COMPATIBILITY: The versatile USB over ethernet extender system supports Windows, Mac and Linux systems. The extender is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 peripherals.

Reviews

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Solution of problems. One caveat

I had to connect 3 webcams to a computer. The cameras are mounted on the ceiling with a plenum above. This device does an excellent job of bringing cameras to the computer. However, I had to regularly turn off the remote device when it and the computer stopped communicating. This can be a problem if the device is placed in an awkward position, as in my situation. I decided to turn the power on and off by placing a remote wireless power switch (like those commonly used with Christmas lights)โ€ฆ

Pros
  • EASY SETUP: Use the top two connectors for quick and easy connection to portable devices. Also use the two front USB-over-IP extender ports for a more permanent setup.
Cons
  • Not the best

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Very good + cheap!

I've been using a Gefen Passive USB Extender that's over 15 feet long, but I needed something more reliable that could handle more than just a keyboard and mouse. Gefen is a premium product, but you pay a premium for it. The StarTech Extender lets you seamlessly connect a keyboard, mouse, and Logitehc HD webcam for Zoom meetings. It has more ports than I use so I tried adding a USB powered ring meter to the mix but that stopped everything. I'm not sure if this is due to StarTech limitations orโ€ฆ

Pros
  • INCREASED PERFORMANCE: Place up to four USB devices in remote locations from the main computer system with this USB over LAN extender.
Cons
  • Vulgarity

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works well with webcam with 40ft CAT6 cable.

I'm using this in our company conference room to connect a PC in a closet to a Logitech webcam sitting over a widescreen monitor with about 40 feet of CAT6 cable. It works very well so far. I recommend it. Setup is easy and requires no configuration: - Connect power to the "home" device (no power is required on the remote device). - Connect the USB cable from the "Home" unit to the PC. - Connect a CAT6 cable from the "Home" device to the "Remote" device. - Connect any USB device "remotelyโ€.โ€ฆ

Pros
  • INCREASED PERFORMANCE: Place up to four USB devices in remote locations from the main computer system with this USB over LAN extender.
Cons
  • Doubtful

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Solution of problems. With one caveat

I needed to connect 3 webcams to a computer. The cameras are mounted on the ceiling with a plenum above. This device does an excellent job of bringing cameras to the computer. However, I had to regularly turn off the remote device when it and the computer stopped communicating. This can be a problem if the device is placed in an awkward position, as in my situation. I decided to turn the power on and off by placing a remote wireless power switch (like those commonly used with Christmas lights)โ€ฆ

Pros
  • WIDE COMPATIBILITY: The universal USB over Ethernet extension system supports Windows, Mac and Linux systems. The extender is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 peripherals.
Cons
  • piggy bank price

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Digital Noise and Delay with Audio

I'm trying to extend USB audio from a Behringer Wing console. The remote device is powered on and connected to the audio console. And a local device connected to a MacBook running Logic Pro. We see the wing console interfaces filling up. But the sound is not acceptable. The sound is delayed. It sounds like what you're seeing here is a remote device passing power through the cable. Like digital morse code. I bought a device that supports up to 165 feet. We have manually rebuilt our CAT6 severalโ€ฆ

Pros
  • VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITY: The 4-port Gigabit USB 2.0 Extender is compatible with most hard drive enclosures, printers, scanners, webcams and other popular peripherals.
Cons
  • Other Other