15m active USB 2.0 printer cable
UGREEN 15m Active USB-A to USB-B Printer Cable (10362)
An active long-distance USB-A-to-USB-B cable with an integrated signal booster for supported printers, scanners and other standard USB 2.0 Type-B peripherals.
Product introduction
Overview
An active long-distance USB-A-to-USB-B cable with an integrated signal booster for supported printers, scanners and other standard USB 2.0 Type-B peripherals.
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
15 metres
Data capability
Up to 480Mbps USB 2.0; backward-compatible with USB 1.1/1.0 devices
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 draw operating power from the USB link; no separate power supply is specified
Real-world performance
Active signal support for a 15m USB printer connection
The integrated booster is intended to preserve USB 2.0 communication over the long cable. It cannot make a USB 2.0 peripheral faster than 480Mbps.
Real reliability depends on the host controller, peripheral, driver, USB power budget and surrounding electrical environment. Test the exact installation before concealing the cable.
Nickel-plated connectors and foil-and-braid shielding are stated for the exact listing. The cable remains a data link, not a general high-power charging lead.
Materials and handling
Construction and everyday durability
Construction detail 1
Integrated active signal-booster electronics
Construction detail 2
Shielded long-run cable construction
Construction detail 3
Corrosion-resistant nickel-plated connectors
Construction detail 4
Standard USB-A male and USB 2.0 Type-B male 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
Large office printer
Reach a printer located across a room without joining several short passive cables.
Scanner or fax station
Create a direct host-to-peripheral USB path for a supported scanner or fax machine.
Music workstation
Connect a supported digital piano, MIDI keyboard or DAC with a standard USB-B device port.
Fixed equipment installation
Route a tested 15m link through cable management while keeping the active module accessible.
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 a working USB-A data port; Linux compatibility 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 controllers, DACs and other self-powered Type-B peripherals
Compatibility check 4
USB 1.1/1.0 devices at their supported slower rate
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 devices
Power and video
Active electronics draw operating power from the USB link; no separate power supply is specified. No display, HDMI, DisplayPort or USB-C Alt Mode signal
What this product does
- Extends a standard host-to-USB-B peripheral connection over 15m
- Uses active signal conditioning for the long cable run
- Supports USB 2.0 data up to 480Mbps
- Requires no cable-specific application; the peripheral may still need a driver
What this product does not do
- Not the wider USB 3.0 Type-B connector
- Not a passive extension with a female socket
- Not a PC-to-PC transfer cable, network cable or video cable
- Not specified for charging phones, tablets or laptops
Installation workflow
Setup and usability guidance
- Confirm the peripheral uses standard USB 2.0 Type-B, not USB 3.0 Type-B
- Connect the USB-B end to the peripheral and USB-A end to the computer
- Keep the active module and cable away from heat, crushing and moisture
- Install or update the peripheral manufacturer’s driver when required
- Run repeated print, scan or data tests before permanent routing
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 display, HDMI, DisplayPort or USB-C Alt Mode signal. Active electronics draw operating power from the USB link; 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 connect two computers or two powered USB host ports together
- Do not add unsupported passive extensions or unpowered hubs to the 15m link
- Do not force the Type-B plug or bend the cable sharply near the active electronics
- High-power bus-powered devices may exceed the host port’s power budget
- Long fixed runs should be tested again after any host, hub, driver or peripheral change
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 10362 |
|---|---|
| Model | UGREEN 10362 |
| Product type | 15m active USB 2.0 printer cable |
| Length | 15 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 devices |
| Power/charging role | Active electronics draw operating power from the USB link; no separate power supply is specified |
| Native video | No display, HDMI, DisplayPort or USB-C Alt Mode signal |
| Construction | Integrated active signal-booster electronics; Shielded long-run cable construction; Corrosion-resistant nickel-plated connectors; Standard USB-A male and USB 2.0 Type-B male 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 10362 15m 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
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