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distance usb cable connection
Name: teabag43 Date: April 16, 2006 at 16:47:10 Pacific OS: me CPU/Ram: 128
Comment:
I have an old ME computer that I wish to move to the basement and hook up to the router with usb connector. Right now the router and cable modem is right beside the computer so I will have to use a long usb cable to connect direct from the basement since this old computer does not have wireless capabilities. I figure the usb connector will have to reach over 30 feet. Will I be able to do this and maintain the computer connection without problems.
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