10m active USB 2.0 printer cable
UGREEN 10m Active USB-A to USB-B Printer Cable (10374)
An active USB-A-to-USB-B cable with an integrated signal booster for a supported printer, scanner, fax, digital piano, DAC or other standard USB 2.0 Type-B peripheral.
Product introduction
Overview
An active USB-A-to-USB-B cable with an integrated signal booster for a supported printer, scanner, fax, digital piano, DAC or other standard USB 2.0 Type-B peripheral.
USB host-to-peripheral connection with integrated active signal conditioning. Matching the connector shape alone is not enough: the host port, peripheral role, data generation, power requirement and installed driver must also be compatible.
This guide separates the headline interface ceiling from practical results and states what the exact SKU should not be used for, helping customers choose correctly before opening or routing the cable.
Quick reference
Key features
Exact length
10 metres
Data capability
Up to 480Mbps USB 2.0; backward-compatible with USB 1.1/1.0
Host/source side
USB-A male for a computer or compatible USB host
Device/downstream side
USB 2.0 Type-B male for a printer-style peripheral socket
Connections and roles
How it fits into your setup
Host or source
USB-A male for a computer or compatible USB host
Peripheral or downstream side
USB 2.0 Type-B male for a printer-style peripheral socket
Connection role
USB host-to-peripheral connection with integrated active signal conditioning
Power expectation
Active electronics operate from the USB connection; no separate power supply is specified
Real-world performance
Active signal support across a 10m USB 2.0 printer run
The in-line booster is intended to maintain USB 2.0 communication over the long cable. It does not increase a peripheral beyond its own USB standard.
Reliability still depends on host power, device implementation, drivers and electrical noise. Test the entire installation before permanent routing.
Nickel-plated connectors and foil-and-braid shielding are stated for the exact listing; no charging or video function is promised.
Materials and handling
Construction and everyday durability
Construction detail 1
Integrated active signal booster
Construction detail 2
Shielded long-run construction
Construction detail 3
Nickel-plated connectors
Construction detail 4
Standard USB-A and USB 2.0 Type-B plugs
Durability claims describe controlled product testing, not immunity from crushing, repeated sharp bends, liquid, corrosion or worn sockets. Grip the connector housing rather than pulling the cable.
Where it is useful
Use scenarios
Office printer placement
Reach a printer located several metres from the host without joining multiple passive leads.
Scanner or fax workstation
Keep a supported USB-B scanner or fax at a convenient station while the computer remains elsewhere.
Digital piano or DAC
Link selected self-powered audio equipment with a standard USB-B device port.
Fixed tested run
Route through cable management after repeated operation has been verified.
Compatibility planning
Compatible devices and systems
Compatibility examples are categories, not blanket certification for every model or revision. Confirm the exact port and required function in the device manual.
Compatibility check 1
Windows or macOS hosts with USB-A data; Linux support depends on the peripheral driver
Compatibility check 2
Printers, scanners, fax machines and multifunction devices with USB 2.0 Type-B
Compatibility check 3
Selected digital pianos, MIDI equipment, DACs or self-powered peripherals with standard Type-B
Compatibility check 4
USB 1.1/1.0 peripherals at their supported speed
Pre-purchase checklist
Check before buying
Connector shape
USB-A male for a computer or compatible USB host; USB 2.0 Type-B male for a printer-style peripheral socket.
Port roles
USB host-to-peripheral connection with integrated active signal conditioning
Required performance
Up to 480Mbps USB 2.0; backward-compatible with USB 1.1/1.0
Power and video
Active electronics operate from the USB connection; no separate power supply is specified. No native monitor or display signal
What this product does
- Provides one 10m active USB-A-to-USB-B connection
- Supports USB 2.0 data up to 480Mbps
- Uses integrated signal conditioning for the long run
- Requires no cable-specific user application
What this product does not do
- Not USB 3.0 Type-B
- Not a female extension cable
- Not a USB network, PC-transfer or monitor-video cable
- Not specified as a phone, tablet or laptop charger
Installation workflow
Setup and usability guidance
- Verify standard USB 2.0 Type-B on the peripheral
- Connect the Type-B end to the device and Type-A end to the host
- Keep the active module accessible, dry and free from strain
- Install or update the peripheral driver if required
- Test several jobs before fixing the cable in place
Operating-system, driver and software guidance
The cable or hub normally has no standalone application. The connected device can still require its manufacturer driver, firmware, print queue, audio/MIDI setting, storage permission or USB mode. A physical connection cannot add a missing operating-system feature.
When troubleshooting, test one variable at a time: a direct host port, a known-good peripheral, the original device cable, an updated driver and a simple workload. This distinguishes cable, power, port and software faults.
Good practice
What to do
Verify first
Check SKU, connector, length, role, data generation and power expectation before ordering.
Use a direct path
Remove unnecessary adapters and hubs while installing or diagnosing the connection.
Support the plugs
Leave a gentle service loop and prevent cable weight from pulling on small sockets.
Test before routing
Complete repeated real tasks before hiding the cable behind furniture or inside management channels.
What not to do
Do not force a near-match
Stop when plug shape or insertion resistance is wrong. Similar USB connectors are not interchangeable.
Do not exceed the stated role
No native monitor or display signal. Active electronics operate from the USB connection; no separate power supply is specified.
Do not stack unknown links
Unsupported extensions and adapters reduce signal and power margin.
Do not ignore heat or damage
Unplug equipment that is wet, frayed, loose, crushed or unusually hot.
Read before use
Warnings and limitations
- Do not add unverified extensions or unpowered hubs
- Do not connect two USB hosts together
- Do not crush, sharply bend or conceal the active module where heat cannot escape
- Bus-powered high-demand devices may not receive adequate power
- Retest after changing computer, hub, driver or peripheral
Performance reminder: advertised USB rates are theoretical ceilings. Real results depend on the slowest compatible component and on shared bandwidth, software, workload and power conditions.
Diagnose methodically
Troubleshooting by symptom
Not detected
Confirm the exact connector and port role; test direct without a hub and restart the peripheral.
Connects then drops
Inspect for loose ports or cable strain, simplify the link and reduce bus-power demand.
Transfer is slow
Verify every endpoint supports the advertised USB generation and test with one large file.
Printing or scanning fails
Install the manufacturer driver, select the correct device and clear stalled print/scan jobs.
Works on one computer only
Compare drivers, USB power settings, security permissions and port capability.
Charging is weak or absent
Review the stated power role; this product may be data-focused and cannot add a charging protocol.
Video is absent
Use a dedicated video-capable solution unless the exact product explicitly supports USB-C display mode.
Exact-model reference
Technical specifications
| Brand / SKU | UGREEN 10374 |
|---|---|
| Model | UGREEN 10374 |
| Product type | 10m active USB 2.0 printer cable |
| Length | 10 metres |
| Host/source side | USB-A male for a computer or compatible USB host |
| Device/downstream side | USB 2.0 Type-B male for a printer-style peripheral socket |
| Connection role | USB host-to-peripheral connection with integrated active signal conditioning |
| Data capability | Up to 480Mbps USB 2.0; backward-compatible with USB 1.1/1.0 |
| Power/charging role | Active electronics operate from the USB connection; no separate power supply is specified |
| Native video | No native monitor or display signal |
| Construction | Integrated active signal booster; Shielded long-run construction; Nickel-plated connectors; Standard USB-A and USB 2.0 Type-B plugs |
| Cable-specific driver | Not normally required |
| Recommended topology | One direct supported link; avoid unsupported chains |
| Live Shopify status | ACTIVE at research time |
Inside the box
Package contents
1 × UGREEN 10374 10m active USB 2.0 Type-A male to Type-B male cable
Computers, chargers, peripherals, displays, drives and adapters shown for context are not included unless explicitly listed above.
Clear answers
Product-specific FAQ
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