AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
by AmazonBasics
Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: AmazonBasicsModel: 1
Product features:
- One 6-foot-long (1.8 meters) high-speed multi-shielded USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male cable
- Connects mice, keyboards, and speed-critical devices, such as external hard drives, printers, and cameras to your computer
- Constructed with corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors for optimal signal
- Distributed by Amazon; backed by one-year AmazonBasics warranty
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
Customer Review: Good cable, make sure that THIS is what you need
Summary: 5 Stars
Please be VERY careful and look at the picture before ordering this cable. This is NOT what we normally view as the 'generic' USB cable. For that, look for a "USB-A to MINI-B male" cable.
This is a relatively rare configuration as most devices today will require either a MICRO-B or a MINI-B connector. The full USB-B connector is still in use with some USB-connected disk drives, printers or speakers. A cable such as this may be needed because some vendors chose not to provide a cable with the device they sell.
I ordered mine because I wanted one 'in black' for a new USB-connected speaker that came without it and my only spare was white and, at this price, with free shipping, I thought it was worth the expense. I am happy to testify that Amazon's wire works perfectly. The cable is well built and it appears to have gold-plated connectors - at least they look 'gold'.
While USB cables are clearly a commodity item these days, AmazonBasics cables do have a couple of advantages over the competition.
- EASY RETURN - I know because I had to return quite a few items for various reasons. Amazon makes it very easy and, if you are returning the item because it came defective or damaged Amazon pays for shipping.
- WARRANTY - these wires come with a 1-year warranty.I am highly confident that Amazon will be around to honor its warranty and I'm not so sure about vendors I know less.
- QUALITY ASSURANCE - I've never had any problems with 'cheap' USB or HDMI cables but it may be reassuring to have Amazon's name on a wire. My assumption is that Amazon did insist on some quality checks before they stamped their logo on the product.
- PRICE - This cable may appear more expensive than others but keep in mind that, unlike most, it qualifies for SuperSavers and Amazon Prime free shipping.
I am awarding this item 5 stars for price and quality - there's nothing to complain. There may be better deals out there, pricewise but I decided to go with the Amazon brand in this case for the reasons cited above.
Description of AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
AmazonBasics products are quality electronics accessories offered at a great value.The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable with Gold-Plated Connector gives you full performance with all your USB devices. Because USB 2.0 is widely used in connecting devices such as external hard drives, printers, digital-photography devices, and more, this USB 2.0 cable helps you maximize performance for your peripherals.
 AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable supports the full 480-Mbps transmission speed of the USB 2.0 standard. |
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USB Connection for Convenience
USB 2.0 (which is also backward compatible) has now become the standard for a large array of devices, ranging from external hard drives to sound cards to digital cameras.
The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 Cable supports the full 480-Mbps transmission speed of the USB 2.0 standard. Additionally, it supports the transfer of power according to the USB 2.0 standard. Devices that use USB for power don't need a separate power supply, conserving space and keeping outlets free. The cable's six-foot length gives you room to work with, letting you put your peripherals farther away from your computer when convenience, space, or décor demands.
This AmazonBasics USB 2.0 Cable has a Male A connection on one end and a Male B connection on the other. Typically, the Male A is connected to the computer and the Male B is connected to the source device, such as the printer or external hard drive. Check your device manuals to make sure you have the right connectors.
Shielding Maintains Signal Quality
The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 cable features shielding that provides protection against noise from electromagnetic and radio-frequency signals, keeping your signal clear with less loss of bandwidth for higher performance.
Gold-Plated Connectors for Performance
The cable also features gold-plated connectors that resist corrosion for signal purity.
AmazonBasics: Quality Products at Low Prices
AmazonBasics is a collection of consumer electronic "basics" created by combining quality and low prices for an overall focus on value.
Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging
This AmazonBasics product features Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging that is recyclable. It comes without excess packaging materials such as hard plastic clamshell casings, plastic bindings, or wire ties. The packaging is designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife, and it will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging. Products with Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without an additional shipping box, saving on resources and reducing waste.
Warranty and Helpful Hints
This cable is backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty. To view the full AmazonBasics warranty, click here. If you are having trouble connecting your components with this cable, click here for the AmazonBasics USB Helpful Hints Guide [PDF].
What's in the Box
Multi-Shielded USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male cable (6 feet / 1.8 meters) and warranty card.
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