USB Cable Length - Engraving Etc. Forum

From:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	14 Apr 2007
To:	ALL	1 of 5

6644.1
Aloha Gang, In adding the Vision, I need to do some rearranging in my limited work space. This is going to require relocating my OKI laser printer. The cable run from the computer to the Oki will be close to 20 feet. My question is, is there a length maximum for usb cables before performance diminishes? thanks NEVERMIND! :-$ I found the answer HERE
EDITED: 14 Apr 2007 by C_BURKE

From:	PenTrophy (PENINSULATROPHY)	14 Apr 2007
To:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	2 of 5

6644.2 In reply to 6644.1

Several articles I have found all say:

"The max cable length MOTU recommends between a USB computer and USB interface is 5 meters (16.5 feet). Longer runs can be achieved thru the use of POWERED USB HUBS."

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Mark
In the Great Northwest!

From:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	14 Apr 2007
To:	PenTrophy (PENINSULATROPHY)	3 of 5

6644.3 In reply to 6644.2

Thanks Mark....I see that now....

So I need to reroute the cable ....but I can bring it in under 15 feet....so it will be ok.

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	14 Apr 2007
To:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	4 of 5

6644.4 In reply to 6644.1

Chuck,

Is your printer network ready? In other words, can you connect an ethernet cable from a network hub to your printer? If so, you can set your printer up as a network printer and run a much longer distance using a CAT5 cable.

I use the ethernet connection on my laser and have a cable that runs from my laser, up the wall, across the ceiling, down the wall, and into my computer. That cable is about 45 feet. I've never ever had a communication issue with my laser.

EDITED: 14 Apr 2007 by DATAKES

From:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	14 Apr 2007
To:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	5 of 5

6644.5 In reply to 6644.4
Sadly no. Otherwise that would be an option.....but the new postion of the printer, will allow a 15 foot cable so I'm good.

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