What it is?
Tripp Lite's B203-104-PNP 4-Port Plug-and-Play USB 2.0 over Cat5/Cat6 Extender Hub Kit enables data transmission from your computer to up to four USB 2.0 peripherals up to 164 ft. (50 m) away. With plug-and-play functionality, drivers or software installation is unnecessary. The transmitter features a built-in USB cable for convenient computer connection, while USB signals travel between the transmitter and receiver hub via user-supplied Cat5/Cat6 cable. Ideal for connecting USB peripherals lacking network connectivity beyond the 16-foot USB cable distance limitation, such as printers, the kit provides a simple, cost-effective solution. Additionally, it extends installation reach beyond standard USB cable lengths, with readily available, low-cost Cat5/Cat6 cabling, such as Tripp Lite's N202-series, ensuring maximum signal integrity. Supporting data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps, the extender kit is backward compatible with USB 1.1 peripherals, albeit at USB 1.1 speeds. Compatible with major operating systems (Windows and Mac), it also complies with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for GSA Schedule purchases.
Key Benefits
4-Port USB 2.0 Cat5/6 Plug-And-Play Extender Kit With Built-In USB Cable
- Connect your computer to up to four USB peripherals that are located up to 164 ft. away with Tripp Lite’s B203-104-PNP 4-Port Plug-and-Play USB 2.0 over Cat5/6 Extender Kit. It’s perfect for connecting your home or office computer to printers or other peripherals that are up to 164 ft. away and don’t have network connectivity or are located in an area where the network is unavailable. The B203-104-PNP comes with both the transmitter (local) and receiver (remote) units and sends signals over user-supplied Cat5e/6 cable, such as Tripp Lite’s N202-series.
Typical Applications
- Connect your computer to up to four USB peripherals in an area where the network is unavailable
- Use existing in-wall Cat5/6 wiring to connect to up to four USB peripherals in another room
Greater Distance—Greater Flexibility
- By extending the USB connection beyond the normal 16 ft. distance limitation, the B203-104-PNP provides workstation flexibility and eliminates the need for a mid-point hub or receiver. With the use of Cat5/6 cabling, a computer and its USB peripherals can be located up to 164 ft. away from each other. And, with transfer rates up to 480 Mbps, performance never suffers. The B203-104-PNP is backward compatible with USB 1.1 technology. For maximum signal strength, use Cat6 solid-conductor UTP cable, such as Tripp Lite’s N202-series. Before using with a touchscreen monitor, confirm that your monitor supports USB 2.0 over Cat5/6 extenders.
Convenient Built-In USB Cable and OS Compatibility
- With a built-in USB cable, the transmitter unit offers easy connection to your computer for true plug-and-play functionality without drivers or software. The remote unit comes with an external power supply that provides 2 amps of power, allowing you to access and power up to four USB peripherals. The B203-104-PNP is compatible with all major operating systems.
TAA-Compliant for GSA Schedule Purchases
- The B203-104-PNP is compliant with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for GSA Schedule purchases.
Tripp Lite B203-104-PNP Product Summary
- Connect your computer to as many as four USB peripherals up to 164 ft. away using Cat5e/6 cable
- Ideal for USB 2.0 peripherals that exceed the normal 16 ft. distance limitation
- Kit includes a local unit with built-in USB cable and a 4-port remote unit—no need for separate purchases
- Supports transfer rates up to 480 Mbps
- Plug-and-play; no software or drivers required
- TAA-compliant for GSA Schedule purchases
What else you need to know
What’s in the Box
- Local Transmitter Unit with Built-in USB cable
- 4-Port Remote Receiver Unit
- External Power Supply – Remote Unit Only (Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.5A Output: 5V, 2A) Owner’s Manual
