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

STARTECH

STARTECH USB3AAEXT3M USB 3.0 Active Extension Cable 3m

SKU CH-55YP-1Q5FG MPN USB3AAEXT3M

Extends a USB 3.0 connection by 3m and cascades up to 12m with the included power adapter

  • TypeUSB 3.0
  • 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 9.8 Feet

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Style USB 3.0

  • Extends USB 3.0 connections up to 10ft beyond standard limits
  • Active repeater maintains signal integrity over the full 3m length
  • Cascade up to four cables for a 40ft total reach
  • Includes universal 110-240V AC adapter for stable 5V 2A power
  • Nickel-plated USB-A male-to-female connectors resist corrosion

USB 3.0 Active Extension 3m

This active extension cable adds three metres to a USB 3.0 device link and can be cascaded up to four levels for a total reach of twelve metres. It is suited to users who need to place peripherals farther from the host than a standard passive cable allows.

Plug-and-play with optional power

The cable draws power from the USB port for typical devices and includes a universal 110 to 240 V AC adapter rated at 0.35 A input and 5 V 2 A output for higher-draw peripherals. Installation is straightforward: connect the male end to the host, the female end to the device, and attach the adapter only if the peripheral requires extra current.

Sustained throughput over distance

Active signal conditioning maintains SuperSpeed performance across the full three-metre span and through cascaded links without the signal degradation seen on long passive cables. The nickel-plated connectors and PVC jacket resist wear in permanent installations, while the external power option prevents voltage drop under continuous load.

Highlights

  • Extends USB 3.0 connections up to 10ft beyond standard limits
  • Active repeater maintains signal integrity over the full 3m length
  • Cascade up to four cables for a 40ft total reach
  • Includes universal 110-240V AC adapter for stable 5V 2A power
  • Nickel-plated USB-A male-to-female connectors resist corrosion

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelUSB3AAEXT3M
TypeUSB 3.0
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
SpecificationsConnector Plating: Nickel
Cable Jacket Type: PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Power Adapter Included: Yes
Input Voltage: 110 ~ 240 AC
Input Current: 0.35 A
Output Voltage: 5V DC
Output Current: 2A
Center Tip Polarity: Positive
Plug Type: H
FeaturesExtends a USB 3.0 device connection by an additional 3m (10ft) or cascade up to 4 levels for 12m (40ft)
Powered directly from the USB port or through the included Universal external power adapter
Electrical Outlet Plug TypePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
Shipping weight0.54 kg
Package size254 × 152 × 76 mm

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Questions about this item

How can I confirm the cable is repeating the SuperSpeed signal correctly after I connect it?

The cable repeats the USB 3.0 SuperSpeed signal up to 3 m; a successful connection shows the device enumerating at 5 Gbps in the host controller and no bandwidth errors in Device Manager.

Which connectors and power items ship with the USB3AAEXT3M and what must I source separately?

The box contains the 3 m active A-to-A extension cable with nickel-plated connectors and a universal 110–240 V AC to 5 V DC 2 A adapter with a Type A plug; no extra cables or drivers are required.

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

Use the external 5 V 2 A adapter when the connected device draws more current than the host port can supply or when cascading up to four cables for a total 12 m reach.

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