Amazon Basics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable 10 ft 480 Mbps Black
Connects printers or external hard drives to a computer at 480 Mbps over 10 ft with gold-plated connectors
- TypeUSB
- Connector TypeUsb 2.0
- ColorBlack
- Cable Length10 ft
- Length10 ft
- Connector Number2
- Connects printers, drives and peripherals with a 10 ft reach
- Transfers data at 480 Mbps using USB 2.0
- Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for clear signals
- Multi-shielded cable minimises interference during use
- Male-to-male design links Type-A and Type-B ports directly
USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male cable
This 10-foot cable connects USB-B peripherals such as printers, scanners and external hard drives to a standard USB-A port on a computer. Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion and maintain signal clarity. Multi-layer shielding reduces electromagnetic interference for a stable link. The cable supports the full USB 2.0 specification at 480 Mbps.
Replacing shorter or unshielded USB 2.0 cables
A 10-foot length reaches devices positioned farther from the host without signal degradation. Gold-plated contacts and robust shielding make the jump worthwhile when an existing cable suffers from intermittent connections or data errors caused by connector wear or nearby electrical noise. The male-to-male design fits the same ports as the original cable.
Check port types and device speed requirements
Verify that the peripheral uses a USB-B receptacle and the computer provides a USB-A socket. Ensure the connected device operates at USB 2.0 speeds; the cable will not increase throughput beyond 480 Mbps. Confirm the 10-foot reach suits the workspace layout without creating excess slack.
Highlights
- Connects printers, drives and peripherals with a 10 ft reach
- Transfers data at 480 Mbps using USB 2.0
- Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for clear signals
- Multi-shielded cable minimises interference during use
- Male-to-male design links Type-A and Type-B ports directly
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
|---|---|
| Model | USB 2.0 Printer Cable |
| Type | USB |
| Connector Type | Usb 2.0 |
| Color | Black |
| Cable Length | 10 ft |
| Length | 10 ft |
| Connector Number | 2 |
| Connector Detail | Usb 2.0 |
| Terminal Gender | Male-to-Male |
| Speed | 0.48 gigabits_per_second |
| Construction | gold |
Questions about this item
Does the 10 ft cable need any extra clearance behind the USB-B port?
The male USB-B plug fits straight into the port; allow a few centimetres behind the device so the cable can bend without stress.
What is the step people skip when plugging in the gold-plated connectors?
Push each connector in until it clicks; a partial seat drops the link from 480 Mbps to a lower speed.
When should the cable be replaced?
Replace it if the gold-plated pins look corroded, the sheath is cracked, or transfers fall well below the 480 Mbps rate.
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