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StarTech USB3SAB10M Active USB 3.0 A-B Cable 10m 5Gbps

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The StarTech.com USB3SAB10M is a 10m active USB 3.0 cable designed to connect USB-A computers to USB-B peripherals over distances beyond the normal 3m USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable range. It supports up to 5Gbps data transfer and uses an integrated VIA VL211 equalizing chipset to automatically re-equalize the signal across the extended cable length. The shielded construction makes it suitable for professional workstations, external storage, docking stations and video capture deployments.

OVERVIEW

  • The USB3SAB10M is a 10m active USB 3.0 A-to-B cable built for connecting USB-B peripherals beyond the standard 3m USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable distance. Its integrated signal-equalizing chipset supports reliable 5Gbps connectivity across the extended run. Compatibility: USB 3.0/USB 3.2 Gen 1 host and USB-B device. Compare: USB3SAB10M is the 10m active model; shorter passive A-to-B cables suit installations within standard USB 3.0 cable limits. Need: verify both host and peripheral support USB 3.x.

USE CASES

  • External storage deployment: Connects compatible USB-B storage enclosures to computers from up to 10m away, allowing storage hardware to be positioned where it is operationally convenient.
  • Video capture installations: Provides extended USB connectivity between a USB 3.0 computer and compatible USB-B video capture equipment without limiting the setup to short cable runs.
  • Professional workstation layouts: Enables USB-B peripherals to be positioned away from the host computer, improving equipment placement and cable management.
  • Docking station connectivity: Connects compatible USB-B docking equipment to a USB 3.0 host across an extended distance.
  • Conference room AV systems: Supports longer USB connections between computers and compatible USB-B peripheral equipment where standard-length cables are impractical.
  • IT lab and device testing: Gives technicians additional physical distance when positioning USB-B test equipment and peripherals.
  • Industrial and commercial workspaces: Supports extended USB peripheral placement where the computer and connected equipment cannot be located close together.
  • Digital content and media environments: Provides extended USB 3.0 connectivity for compatible capture and peripheral equipment requiring high-speed data transfer.
  • Remote peripheral placement: Helps organizations separate a USB host from its connected USB-B device while maintaining a USB 3.0 connection.
  • Workspace infrastructure upgrades: Extends USB connectivity without requiring relocation of the host computer or installation of additional network infrastructure.

KEY FEATURES

  • Active USB 3.0 design: Uses active signal conditioning to extend USB 3.0 connectivity up to 10m, allowing peripherals to be installed beyond the normal passive cable distance.
  • 10m / 32.8ft cable length: Provides substantially more physical reach than standard short USB 3.0 cables, giving IT teams greater flexibility in workstation and equipment placement.
  • 5Gbps USB 3.0 performance: Supports USB 3.0 / USB 3.2 Gen 1 transfer rates up to 5Gbps for compatible hosts and peripherals.
  • Integrated VIA VL211 chipset: Automatically re-equalizes the signal across the extended cable length, helping maintain reliable connectivity over the 10m run. 
  • USB-A male connector: Provides connection to a compatible USB-A host computer or USB 3.0-enabled system.
  • USB-B male connector: Connects directly to compatible USB-B peripherals such as storage enclosures, docking stations and video capture devices.
  • Aluminum-Mylar foil and braid shielding: Helps reduce susceptibility to electromagnetic interference, supporting signal integrity in professional equipment environments.
  • 24/28 AWG wire construction: Provides the specified conductor configuration for the cable's high-speed USB connection.
  • Nickel-plated connectors: Provides the specified connector finish for the cable's USB interfaces.
  • Plug-and-play operation: Requires no additional drivers, simplifying deployment across compatible USB host and peripheral systems. 
  • Black PVC jacket: Provides a practical cable construction suited to desktop, equipment-room and commercial installation environments.
  • TAA compliance: Supports procurement requirements where Trade Agreements Act-compliant connectivity products are required. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: StarTech.com
  • Product ID / SKU: USB3SAB10M
  • Product Type: Active USB 3.0 cable
  • Cable Configuration: USB-A male to USB-B male
  • Connector A: USB Type-A, 9-pin, 5Gbps
  • Connector B: USB 3.2 Type-B, 9-pin, Gen 1, 5Gbps
  • USB Standard: USB 3.0 / USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • Maximum Data Rate: 5Gbps
  • Cable Length: 10m / 32.8ft
  • Signal Extension: Active, up to 10m
  • Chipset: VIA VL211
  • Shielding: Aluminum-Mylar foil with braid
  • Connector Plating: Nickel
  • Wire Gauge: 24/28 AWG
  • Cable Jacket: PVC
  • Connector Style: Straight
  • Color: Black
  • Compatibility: USB 3.0 host + USB-B device
  • Operating Temperature: 5°C to 70°C
  • Storage Temperature: -25°C to 80°C
  • Operating Humidity: 10% to 80% RH, non-condensing
  • Product Width: 15.9mm / 0.6in
  • Product Height: 13.6mm / 0.5in
  • Product Weight: 430g / 0.9lb
  • Package Quantity: 1
  • Included: 1 × 10m Active USB 3.0 A-to-B Cable
  • Drivers Required: No
  • TAA Compliant: Yes
  • Certifications: RoHS, REACH, WEEE, FCC, CE, RCM

Why Choose This Product?

  • Cost-effective network modernization: Adds Gigabit Ethernet without requiring a complete desktop or server replacement.
  • Broad Ethernet compatibility: Supports 10/100/1000Mbps networks, making it practical for mixed-speed infrastructure.
  • Enterprise network features: VLAN tagging, jumbo frames, flow control and Wake-on-LAN support common IT administration requirements.
  • Flexible chassis deployment: Standard- and low-profile brackets help accommodate different desktop, workstation and server form factors.
  • Useful for redundancy: A physical Ethernet interface can support network redundancy or bridging configurations where the operating environment permits.
  • Reduced cabling concerns: Auto MDIX simplifies copper Ethernet connectivity by automatically handling compatible cable pair configuration.
  • Lifecycle value: Upgrades network capability while helping organizations retain otherwise functional PCs and servers.
  • Procurement-ready support: TAA compliance, a 2-year warranty and lifetime technical support add value for structured IT purchasing and lifecycle management.

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