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Black USB 2.0 active extension cable, 20 m, male to female Type A connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH USB2AAEXT20M USB 2.0 active extension cable 20 m

SKU CH-NW1W-PS5CF MPN USB2AAEXT20M

Extends a USB 2.0 connection up to 20 meters using an active repeater cable with Type A male to female connectors

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB A
  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsConnector on First End:1 x Type A Male USB Connector on Seco
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
  • Product typeData Transfer Cable

Cable Length 65.6 ft.

Style USB 2.0

  • Extend USB 2.0 device reach by 20 meters using active signal boosting
  • Connect standard USB Type A peripherals over 65.6 feet without signal loss
  • Nickel-plated connectors resist corrosion for reliable long-term data transfer
  • Male-to-female layout lets you plug directly into host and device ports
  • Black 20 metre cable suits permanent installs in offices or industrial settings

Cable purpose and fit

This StarTech USB2AAEXT20M cable extends a USB 2.0 connection by 20 meters between a computer and a peripheral. It suits installations where the device sits far from the host, such as ceiling-mounted cameras, kiosk printers or classroom displays. The active repeater circuitry maintains signal integrity over the full length without an external power adapter. It is not for users who need USB 3.0 bandwidth or shorter passive cables.

Thermals noise and power

The cable draws bus power from the host port to run its built-in repeater, so no separate supply or wall outlet is required. Passive operation means zero fan noise and negligible heat during normal data transfers. Power consumption stays within standard USB 2.0 limits, leaving the host port able to supply the connected device as usual. No thermal management or ventilation is needed for the cable itself.

Bundled items and software

The package contains only the 65.6 ft black cable with a Type A male plug on one end and a Type A female receptacle on the other. No driver disc, configuration utility or mounting hardware is included. The cable works immediately on any operating system that supports standard USB 2.0 because the repeater is transparent to the host. There are no firmware updates or licensing steps to perform.

How it compares

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Price $69.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB2AAEXT20M
Product typeData Transfer Cable
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB A
Connector count2
Connector detailsConnector on First End:1 x Type A Male USB
Connector on Second End:1 x Type A Female USB
Connector genderMale to Female
Power
Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
Size & build
Shipping weight1.04 kg
Package size170 × 147 × 122 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 20 m USB 2.0 active extension cable, and what step is often missed?

Connect the male Type A plug to the host and the female Type A port to the device; the cable draws power from the host USB port, so no external adapter is needed — ensure the host port can supply the bus power the active repeater requires.

What maintenance or replacement will the 20 m active USB 2.0 extension need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; if the nickel-plated connectors develop oxidation or the cable jacket is damaged, replace the entire 65.6 ft assembly.

What limit appears first when the 20 m active extension runs continuously at USB 2.0 speeds?

The USB 2.0 signalling rate governs maximum throughput; the active repeater maintains signal integrity across the full 20 m, so the protocol’s own bandwidth ceiling is the first constraint.

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