Tripp Lite U026-016 USB2.0 16-Feet Certified Active Extension Cable

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(5 stars) - Finally! I have found what I was looking for!
I had been searching for a cheap(er) Active USB Extension cable for a long time. I finally came across this one day, and found that it was just what I was looking for!

I have used this product for about three months now, and have never had any problems with it. It does not require that you install any additional drivers (at least running on Vista Business x32), and I have not noticed any significant difference in USB speed since it was installed. One thing to note though is that it DOES interfere with your default keyboard and mouse if they are plugged into it. They do work just fine, but for some reason the BIOS on my ThinkCentre does not like the idea of having my keyboard and mouse on an extension cable. In my case however, the BIOS eventually gives up on trying to find it, and just continues on. If you do need to access the BIOS settings however, you will need to transfer the keyboard and mouse to the computer's built in USB Hub.

I have been very pleased with this purchase, and plan on getting one in the case that I need one again!

One other note, the device does have an annoying little red LED while it is active, so I do not suggest installing it in any locations that you need to have it on while sleeping. It is a nice indicator though to let you know that the device if functioning properly.

(5 stars) - Works as described, looks well made
We bought the Tripp Lite U026-16 to use with an alpha wifi adapter on our boat. When we are an anchor we use the alpha adapter to reach wifi stations on shore. To get adequate range we usually need to attache the wifi adapter several feet above the deck. We bungee cord it to the rigging.

The Tripp Lite extension cable is used to snake through a hatch and connect to a laptop below decks. Because of the length of the run we are always dealing with voltage drops that impact the performance of the alpha adapter. This cable seems to perform better than most in this regard.

Normally I don't have much loyalty to products like this but I would look for this product the next time I need an extension cable. Ill probably buy half a dozen of these when we are back in the states in December.

John
s/v Active Transport
Callao, Peru

(4 stars) - USB Repeater Extension Cable
Pros:
First, it is made by TRIP LITE here in the USA, That is the best part!
Second, Works great! It is a true "repeater" USB cable. Great quality for the end consumer as all TRIP LITE produts are.

Cons:
The cable is a bit stiff but I can work with that for the quality.

(5 stars) - exactly what i needed!
One of the best things I've purchased lately! I was using a standard 6 foot USB with a 5 foot "extension" cable, and my signals were coming out really weak. I switched to this, and whatever i run with it has a noticeably stronger signal. I plugged in my external HD, and it was just as quick as if I'd used a 6 inch cable!

(5 stars) - Works. As it should !
I have two of these daisy chained. They work as they are suppose to and I am very happy !
I wanted to be able to watch internet content in my living room on my Bravia and needed a means to get my optical keyboard and mouse active in that room so I could control things. This product simply extended the reach of the optical receiver for the mouse and keyboard and waa laa ... I can now run my computer on my Bravia in my living room ! Of course I have a dual output high end video card with a DVI link to my TV to make this happen also !

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