Black Box Corporation
Black Box Corporation ICU504A 4-port USB 3.1 extender over CATx
Extends USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices up to 100 metres over CATx cable with backward compatibility to USB 2.0 and 1.1
- Industry-first USB 3, 2 and 1 extender supporting all device types
- Extends USB 3.1 Gen 1 up to 100 meters over CAT6A/7 cable
- 10× faster transfer speeds than any USB 2.0 extender on the market
- Built-in Ethernet side channel leverages existing network infrastructure
- Perfect for PTZ cameras with integrated Ethernet device connectivity
Industrial USB 3.1 extender
The Black Box ICU504A extends four USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports up to 100 metres over CAT6A or CAT7 cable. It supports USB 3.1, 2.0 and 1.1 devices simultaneously. The unit is built for integrators who need to place cameras, storage or peripherals far from the host computer. No other extender on the market offers CAT X 3.0 extension for USB 3.1.
Four ports at 5 Gbps each
Each port delivers the full 5 Gbps bandwidth of USB 3.1 Gen 1, so large video files or multi-camera streams move without the bottleneck of USB 2 extenders. The link runs out when the cable exceeds 100 metres or when the infrastructure uses CAT5e instead of CAT6A or CAT7. Bandwidth is shared across the four ports, so simultaneous heavy loads will saturate the link.
Passive cooling, single power supply
The extender operates without fans, so it adds no audible noise to a studio or server room. Power is drawn from the included supply at the transmitter side; the receiver is powered over the same CATx cable. Typical draw stays well within the limits of the supplied adapter, leaving headroom for attached bus-powered devices.
Highlights
- Industry-first USB 3, 2 and 1 extender supporting all device types
- Extends USB 3.1 Gen 1 up to 100 meters over CAT6A/7 cable
- 10× faster transfer speeds than any USB 2.0 extender on the market
- Built-in Ethernet side channel leverages existing network infrastructure
- Perfect for PTZ cameras with integrated Ethernet device connectivity
Specifications
| Brand | BLACK BOX CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 1.00 kg |
| Package size | 264 × 216 × 175 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the ICU504A work with my USB 2.0 and 1.1 peripherals?
Yes, the extender is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices, so older peripherals function alongside USB 3.1 Gen 1 equipment.
How can I verify the link is running at full 5 Gbps speed after installation?
Transfer a large file between a USB 3.1 Gen 1 storage device and the host; sustained throughput near 5 Gbps confirms the CATx link is operating correctly.
Does the package include the CAT6A or CAT7 cable needed for the 100 metre run?
The extender units and power supplies are supplied; the CAT6A/7 cable for extension up to 100 metres must be purchased separately.
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