Black Box IC404A-R2

Overview

The Black Box IC404A-R2 is a four-port USB 2.0 extender designed to extend your keyboard, mouse, camera, or other USB peripherals up to 1640 feet from your computer using multimode fiber. It overcomes the typical 16-foot limitation of standard USB cables while maintaining full USB 2.0 speeds of up to 480 Mbps on every port. This extender is ideal for setups where distance and reliability are critical, such as factory floors, lecture halls, or large warehouses.

Key features

• Extends USB 2.0 connections up to 1640 feet over multimode fiber, allowing peripherals to be placed far from the host computer without signal loss.
• Provides four downstream USB ports, each delivering up to 1 Amp of power, with a total shared current of 2.5 Amps to support bus-powered devices like cameras and scanners.
• Supports up to 30 USB devices when additional hubs are connected, enabling large peripheral arrays from a single workstation.
• True plug-and-play compatibility with Windows, macOS, and Linux, requiring no additional drivers for seamless operation.
• Operates reliably in a wide temperature range from 32 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit, suitable for office, educational, and light industrial environments.
• Compact and durable metal enclosure that fits easily into tight spaces while protecting the unit from everyday wear.

Key specs

• USB standard: USB 2.0 with transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps
• Number of downstream ports: 4
• Power per port: up to 1 Amp
• Total shared power: 2.5 Amps
• Maximum extension distance: 1640 feet (500 meters) over multimode fiber
• Operating temperature range: 32 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 50 degrees Celsius)
• Enclosure dimensions: 1 inch high, 3.8 inches wide, 5.5 inches deep

Connectivity and compatibility

This extender connects to your computer via a local unit and links to the remote unit through multimode fiber cable, ensuring stable and high-speed USB 2.0 communication over long distances. It supports a wide range of USB peripherals including keyboards, mice, cameras, scanners, and storage devices. The device is recognized natively by major operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it a versatile choice for diverse IT environments.

Ideal uses and environments

The IC404A-R2 is well suited for environments where USB devices need to be located far from the host computer. It works well in industrial settings where control panels must be placed on factory floors while keeping the computer secure in a cabinet. It also fits lecture halls for interactive displays and warehouses for remote security cameras. Its robust design and temperature tolerance make it reliable for daily use in offices, schools, and light industrial spaces.

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Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused, in the same condition received, and include all tags, manuals, accessories, and original, unaltered packaging. To start a return, please email us for approval. Items sent back without approval may be refused or returned to the sender. If any item is kept, its value will be deducted from the refund.

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