If you want to connect a piece of hardware to your computer
you most often use a USB cable. However, if the
device is out of reach with the provided USB cable you need to obtain an
extension cable. There are a few factors that can have an impact on your USB
extension cable.
1. Measure the distance between the computer and the hardware you want
to connect. This determine the length of the USB extension cable you will need
to purchase.
2. Decide whether you want to connect the extension cable directly to
the ports on the hardware and the computer, or if you want to plug it into
the cable provided with the hardware. This will determine the type of
connectors you need on the extension cable.
3. Look at the actual USB ports
on the computer and the hardware, or the free end of the USB cable you will use
with the extension. There are A-type and B-type USB cables. The one most otten
used is the A USB cable. The port on this cable is rectangular and is about
1/2-inch wide. Type B resembles a square connector and is roughly 1/3-inch inch
thick. Identify the ends of your existing USB ports to make sure you pick out
the correct extension cable.
4. Find an extension cable that has a male connector on each end. The
male connector is inserted into the USB port. You need this kind of extension
cable to connect it directly to the computer and hardware.
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