ATEN UE350A 5m USB 3. 1 Gen1 Extender Cable - USB Type A Male to Female - 5 Gbps Data Transfer
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Product Features
Product Overview
The ATEN UE350A USB 3.1 Gen1 Extender Cable is a practical solution for extending the reach of USB devices in professional and home office environments. This 5-meter cable allows you to connect USB peripherals such as printers, scanners, external drives, or keyboards at distances up to 16 feet without compromising data integrity or speed.
Engineered with a built-in USB 3.0 Hub IC, the cable ensures full compatibility with USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 devices, supporting hot swapping for seamless connectivity. Its plug-and-play design eliminates the need for additional software installation, making setup straightforward across Windows and Mac platforms. The non-powered specification maintains reliable performance for Super, High, Full, or Low-speed USB operations.
Technical Overview
This extender cable delivers USB super-speed data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps, ensuring efficient handling of large files and high-bandwidth peripherals. The cable features a USB Type A male connector on the upstream end and a USB Type A female connector on the downstream end, providing a direct extension for standard USB cables and devices.
Constructed with durable plastic housing, the cable is designed for everyday use in controlled environments. It operates reliably within a temperature range of 0-40°C and can be stored safely from -20-60°C, with humidity tolerance up to 80% RH non-condensing.
This section brings together practical product details such as USB, Additional Information, Country of Origin, Environmentally Friendly, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The ATEN UE350A simplifies USB connectivity by extending device placement flexibility without requiring external power or complex configurations. Its integrated hub technology maintains signal integrity over the full 5-meter length, ensuring consistent performance across all compatible USB standards.
Extended Reach Without Compromise
Achieve reliable USB connections up to 5 meters away, ideal for setups where devices are positioned at a distance from the host computer.
- Eliminates cable clutter
- Maintains full USB 3.1 Gen1 speed
- Supports all USB speed classes
Universal Compatibility
Works seamlessly with a wide range of USB devices, from legacy peripherals to modern high-speed storage, across Windows and Mac operating systems.
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
- No driver installation required
- Hot-swappable for easy device management
Deployment / Use Cases
This extender cable is particularly useful in office environments where workstations are positioned away from shared peripherals. It enables clean desk setups by allowing printers, document scanners, or biometric devices to be placed in convenient locations without sacrificing connectivity performance.
In home office or creative studio settings, the cable facilitates flexible placement of external hard drives, audio interfaces, or drawing tablets. IT administrators can deploy it for temporary or permanent extensions in conference rooms, labs, or retail POS systems where USB devices need to be positioned at a distance from the host computer.
Office Peripheral Management
Connect shared printers, scanners, or security keys from centralized locations to multiple workstations, reducing cable runs and improving workspace organization.
Creative & Production Workflows
Extend connections for audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, or external storage in music production or video editing setups where equipment placement flexibility is crucial.
Highlights
- Extends USB device connections up to 5 meters (16 feet)
- Supports USB 3.1 Gen1 super-speed data transfer up to 5 Gbps
- Fully compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 devices
- Built-in USB 3.0 Hub IC enables reliable hot swapping
- Plug-and-play operation requires no additional software
- Works with both Windows and Mac operating systems
- Non-powered design simplifies setup and reduces clutter
- Durable plastic housing ensures long-term reliability
- Operating temperature range of 0-40°C for stable performance
- Environmentally friendly construction
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ATEN Technology, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | UE350A |
| Brand Name | ATEN |
| Product Model | UE350A |
| Product Name | 5m USB 3.1 Gen1 Extender Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Data Transfer Cable |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| USB | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Additional Information | Extends the distance of one USB device up to 16ft. (5 m) USB 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1 compatible Built-in USB 3.0 Hub IC - fully supports hot swapping for a variety of USB 1.1/2.0/3.0 devices. Supports USB super-speed (5 Gbps) Plug and play - no additional software installation required Multiplatform support - Windows and Mac Non-powered USB Specifi cation 3.0 / 2.0 / 1.1 for Super / High / Full or Low speed Cable Length 16 feet (5 m) Data Transfer Rate Up to 5 Gbps Housing Plastic Connectors Upstream Port 1 x USB Type A Male Downstream Port 1 x USB Type A Female Environment Operating Temp. 0-40°C Storage Temp. -20-60°C Humidity 0-80% RH, Non-condensing |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
FAQ
What is the maximum distance this USB extender cable can cover?
The ATEN UE350A extends USB connections up to 5 meters (approximately 16 feet). This distance allows flexible placement of peripherals like printers, scanners, or external drives while maintaining full USB 3.1 Gen1 performance without signal degradation.
Is this cable compatible with older USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices?
Yes, the cable is fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices. Its built-in USB 3.0 Hub IC ensures proper operation across all USB speed classes—Super, High, Full, and Low speed—making it suitable for both modern and legacy peripherals.
Does this extender require external power or software installation?
No, the cable operates as a non-powered extender and requires no external power source. It features plug-and-play functionality, meaning no additional drivers or software installation is needed for Windows or Mac systems. Simply connect the cable between your computer and USB device.
What data transfer speed does this USB 3.1 Gen1 extender support?
The cable supports USB super-speed data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps. This ensures efficient handling of large files, high-resolution media, and bandwidth-intensive peripherals while maintaining the performance standards of USB 3.1 Gen1 specifications over the full 5-meter length.
Can I use this cable to connect multiple USB devices simultaneously?
The UE350A is designed as a single-device extender with one upstream USB Type A male port and one downstream USB Type A female port. It extends the connection for one USB device at a time. For multiple devices, you would need to connect a USB hub to the downstream port.
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