is it possible connect two computers with this cable? I need connect two computers with a 5Gbps link (5-10 meters). I've thought with a USB3.0 cable.
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You can connect two computers or any 2 devices via USB port. I do not know the length of the cord but it is not 5-10 meters by any stretch.
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It should be possible, depending on the OS and how you ID the computers. Bring one of them up. Plug in the cable tothe oter one and plug it in to the first one. Then power on the second one. After it is up you should be able to see the second on the first one through Windows explorer.
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This cable is standard CAT6. You would need CAT6a for 10gb speed. As with any CAT6 cable its maximum recommended length is 100m (328ft). I hope this helps
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I would not think this would work for you... connections are straight forward... maybe they sell some sort of adapter???...
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You can use this device connected to a USB 3.0 hub. I use it with the Plugable 7 port USB 3.0 hub with two monitors and the Ethernet connected and it works great.
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I'm sorry. I've only ever used it for pc connectivity and really don't know. Wish I could be more help.
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Hi Sue. I really cannot say for sure if it will work. I can verify though that the specific cable worked without any problems when I had to connect to it another USB cable, both totaling 10 meters in length. I could not achieve USB connectivity in such a distance by any other kind if USB cable used in the past. I hope that this will help you somehow. Nick.
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No, it's not because you would need access to both ends of the cable that you're trying to use plus an extra port back at the switch end. You might be able to use a small 4 or 5 port switch but that depends on the network you're trying to plug into. Some places won't recognize a 'foreign computer' that is not part of their network.
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I haven't tried this but I would be very surprised if it worked this way. I'd put serious money that, no, the ethernet will only work with the primary device. The other 3 USB ports are just a typical USB hub.
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What is the maximum length for an ethernet cable to be connected to this switch? If I have 25ft cables connected should that make a difference? What about 50ft? That is my situation and I am concerned that this switch might not provide enough power over such long distances. If those are too far, can anyone recommend a different (possibly higher-powered) switch?
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I think you can, but not sure. I have not tried that, but I think it can be done, but will require more than just plugging the devices together. Something about creating a network so you will be able to see both computers.
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I use a USB 3.0 connector at the back of the LaCie that connects to my computers with the USB 2.0 end. I bought these connectors for about $10. Works fine. Not as fast as the Thunderbolt connection to my laptop, but not too far behind.
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1st..... You may be able to use a USB hub but that may cause some conflict if not you could get a Print server for the 2nd printer 2nd....Depending on what speed you get it varies. For example if you are getting 20 Mbps from your providers. Depending on where you live that could average about 12-20. Also it depends on if your PC is directly connected to the router. If you are connected through wireless you will probably get 5-10 Mbps ( 5 being weak signal 10 being excellent). The advertised 900Mbps speed is transfer speeds within the network itself and is split evenly between the 2.4 and 5Ghz band. 3. The ranges on these routers are really good. You may get Good to Excellent most parts of your home. If you get weak signals you could get either Additional Access Point or buy Netgear Power lines which lets u connect directly to the router using the power lines existing in your home
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It only requires one connection. It comes with a cable that works in USB 2.0 or USB 3.0. You can use either. but do not have to use both at the same time.
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Hi Donald, Cat 5e cable should be capable of supporting 1000BASE-T (Gigabit) connections. Unless you've got incredibly easy runs to replace and money to burn, you'd probably be better off keeping the existing cable.
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Yes you can. If you still want to connect a computer to the cat5 cable be aware using this will drop the speed from 1gb to 100mb
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Right connection, however, I have yet to get it to work on any computer. I built my new 8 core amd with a close to 200$ video card and that cable does not work on that either.