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Black USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male cable, 10 ft, gold-plated connectors

Amazon Basics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable 10 ft 480 Mbps Black

SKU CH-NTF9-CA92H

Connects printers or external hard drives to a computer at 480 Mbps over 10 ft with gold-plated connectors

  • Rated speed0.48 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUsb 2.0
  • Cable length10 ft (3.05 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsUsb 2.0
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • 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.

How it compares

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Price $12.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAmazon Basics
Model nameUSB 2.0 Printer Cable
Product typeUSB
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speed0.48 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUsb 2.0
Connector count2
Connector detailsUsb 2.0
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable length10 ft (3.05 m)
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
Build detailsGold

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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