Benderthe.evilrobot wrote:

"Michael A. Terrell" wrote in message
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Do not use a long extension wire for the USB.

It shouldn't matter anymore should it? What if the USB extension is
over 100'? Do you need extra resistance for the USB load side pins?


That would exceed the length specification for USB cables, which is
five meters. They do sell longer cables with a 'repeater', but there
are still limits.

I'm still wondering why anyone would use an extension cable to plug a
USB stick into a computer.

Maybe an old tower case with no front sockets and stashed under the
desk......................................


Maybe a webcam used as a security camera, or any of hundreds of
other USB devices. That's why it's called the 'Universal Serial Bus'.
This computer came with eight USB ports, then I added a card with
another four to eliminate an external hub.

I also have a long USB to USB cable made to transfer files from one PC
to another. It replaced the old Laplink cable that used the Parallel ports.

Here is a handy program that helps you identify registered USB
devices that have been connected to your computer

32 bit:
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usbdeview.zip

64 bit:
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usbdeview-x64.zip

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