A USB 2.0 cable should not be longer than 5 meters Since from here it can no longer be guaranteed that all data can be transmitted without errors If you need a longer USB cable, grab an Active Extension Cable The Active Extension Cable amplifies the USB signal from the source device so that all data arrives safely · Connector: USB 2.0 A plug - USB A jack · USB Standard: 2.0 · Transfer rate: up to 480 Mbit/s · Length: 5,0m