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Black 10m USB 3.0 active extension cable with male to female connectors and external power adapter

STARTECH

STARTECH USB3AAEXT10M 10m USB 3.0 active extension cable male to female

SKU CH-D3ZR-8VPE7 MPN USB3AAEXT10M

A 10 m active USB 3.0 extension cable with bus-powered circuitry and an included universal AC adapter to maintain high-speed data transfers over long distances

  • TypeData Transfer Cable
  • Connector TypeUSB A to USB A
  • ColorBlack
  • Connector Number2
  • Connector DetailConnector A: 1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin; SuperSpeed) Male Connecto
  • Terminal GenderMale to Female

Cable Length 32.8 ft.

Style USB 3.0

  • Extends USB connections up to 10 metres with active circuitry
  • Bus-powered design maintains SuperSpeed data rates without extra drivers
  • Includes universal AC adapter delivering 5 V at 2 A for charging devices
  • Two cables join for a combined 65 ft reach
  • Works with USB 1.1, 2.0 and 3.0 peripherals

Active USB 3.0 Extension with External Power

This ten-metre active cable extends a USB 3.0 connection beyond standard length limits while maintaining SuperSpeed data rates. Nickel-plated connectors and full shielding protect signal integrity. A universal AC adapter supplies up to 2 A at 5 V for charging attached devices. The male-to-female layout lets you plug the cable directly into a host port and a peripheral.

Verify Port Type and Power Needs Before Buying

Ensure the host and device both use USB-A connectors, as this cable does not adapt to USB-C or Micro-B. The included power adapter uses a North American Type A plug, so confirm local outlet compatibility or obtain a suitable travel adapter. Bus power alone can sustain the active circuitry, but the external supply is required when the peripheral draws more current than the host port provides.

Sustained Transfers Stay Stable at Full Length

Active circuitry compensates for signal attenuation that would degrade a passive cable at this distance, so bulk file moves and continuous camera streams remain at USB 3.0 speeds without drop-outs. The blue LED reports link status, allowing quick confirmation that the extended connection is negotiated at SuperSpeed rather than falling back to a lower rate. Joining two cables reaches 65 ft while preserving the same electrical performance.

Highlights

  • Extends USB connections up to 10 metres with active circuitry
  • Bus-powered design maintains SuperSpeed data rates without extra drivers
  • Includes universal AC adapter delivering 5 V at 2 A for charging devices
  • Two cables join for a combined 65 ft reach
  • Works with USB 1.1, 2.0 and 3.0 peripherals

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelUSB3AAEXT10M
TypeData Transfer Cable
Connector TypeUSB A to USB A
ColorBlack
Connector Number2
Connector DetailConnector A: 1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin; SuperSpeed) Male
Connector B: 1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin; SuperSpeed) Female
Terminal GenderMale to Female
SpecificationsHardware
- Connector Plating: Nickel
- Cable Jacket Type: PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Power
- Power Adapter Included: Yes
- Input Voltage: 110 ~ 240 AC
- Input Current: 0.35 A
- Output Voltage: 5 DC
- Output Current: 2A
- Center Tip Polarity: Positive
- Plug Type: H
FeaturesFully shielded for error-free connections
Plug-and-play, no driver required
USB bus-powered
Universal external power source also included
Blue LED indicator x1 for Extension Cable and USB port connection status monitoring
Compatible with PC Windows 7/Vista/XP
Applications
- Extend the distance of USB peripherals beyond the USB 3.0 3-meter limitation
- Cascade up to 2 levels
- Backwards compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices
Electrical Outlet Plug TypePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
Shipping weight0.77 kg
Package size226 × 218 × 61 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the cable include a power adapter or must one be purchased separately?

The package includes a universal AC power adapter with a Type A plug that accepts 110 to 240 V input and delivers 5 V at 2 A, so no separate purchase is required.

When should I use the included AC adapter instead of relying on bus power alone?

Use the adapter when the connected device needs more current than the host port can supply or when chaining a second cable to reach the full 65 ft length.

What does the 10 m length mean for real-world USB 3.0 throughput?

The active circuitry preserves SuperSpeed 3.0 signalling across the full 10 m run, so you get the same 3.0 transfer rates you would see on a short passive cable.

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