Due to its design USB cable has a normal maximum length of about 5 meters (16.4 feet) but you can get longer distances by using the CAUAM/UAF active USB extension cable from Kramer!This is a buspowered extension cable that can be used to increase the length of a device without any signal loss or potential performance problems. It contains active electronics which boost the USB signal for maximum reliability and performance over extended distances. The cable operates as a selfpowered extender for use with USB cameras printers webcams keyboard/mouse etc.- True PlugandPlay No additional drivers needed- USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbps) Standard- Construction 1 pair 24AWG + 2 pair 22AWG + drain wire 24AWG tinned copper braid- No External Power Pulls power from source- Data Transfer Only Not for charging- Buffers Incoming & Outgoing Signal- Compliant with USB 2.0- CMc(ETL) Rated- Varied Selection of Lengths Available in versions of 15 to 65ft (4.6 to 19.5m)