USB extension cable ProXtend USB3AAF-001 3.2 Gen1, 1 m, USB-A female to USB-A male

ProXtend USB3AAF-001 is a 1 m USB extension cable that extends an existing USB-A connection while supporting USB 3.2 Gen 1 data rates. The cable uses a USB-A female to USB-A male configuration to lengthen reach between a host device and a peripheral without requiring any change to device connectors. It is designed for use with a wide range of USB-A accessories including external hard drives, optical drives, printers, keyboards and other peripherals that rely on a standard USB-A interface.

Advantages

The cable supports high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 throughput for fast data transfer and backward compatibility with USB 2.0/1.1 devices. Its 1 m length provides a convenient extension without introducing excessive slack. The standard USB-A female to USB-A male connector pair keeps setup simple: plug the male end into the host and connect the peripheral to the female end. The design preserves existing device connections and maintains signal integrity appropriate for typical peripheral use.

Suitable for

• Extending the reach of USB-A peripherals such as external drives and printers
• Temporary or permanent cable extension for keyboards, mice and hubs
• Connecting devices where direct access to the host port is limited
• Setups that require simple plug-and-play extension without reconfiguring devices

Key specifications

• USB standard: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1)
• Connector configuration: USB-A female to USB-A male
• Cable length: 1 meter
• Intended use: data transfer and peripheral extension
• Power support: standard USB bus power for connected devices (subject to host and peripheral limits)

How to use

Insert the USB-A male end of the extension cable into the host computer or USB hub port. Plug the peripheral's USB-A plug into the female end of the extension cable. The connection is plug-and-play—most operating systems will detect the device automatically. For powered peripherals, ensure the host or hub provides sufficient bus power; if not, use an externally powered hub or connect the device directly to a powered port.

Usage recommendations

For best performance, avoid chaining multiple active or passive extension cables; keep total cable length within recommended limits for USB 3.2 Gen 1 to preserve data integrity and power delivery. Use the extension for typical peripheral distances (desk setups, printer access, short workstation adjustments) and verify that high-power devices receive adequate power from the host or via an externally powered hub.