StarTech.com USB 3.0 Cable, Male USB A to Male Micro USB B Cable, 1m

Adapt your standard USB (universal serial bus) port to connect a 10-pin Micro-B 3.0 USB-enabled device with this practical cable from StarTech.com. The USB A connector simply slots in your computer's port, enabling you to transfer data from specialist and legacy hard drives or card readers. Cables like this are used domestically or in commercial settings to improve device compatibility.

Reliable transfersFor efficiency, the cable supports quick data transfer rates up to 480Mbps (megabits per second).
High-quality constructionThis cable is constructed with aluminium-Mylar foil and braided shielding. These materials mean you can rely on the signal quality this cable provides when transferring large amounts of data
Durable adapterThe moulded strain relief on both connector ends reduces damage from wear and tear. Its PVC (polyvinyl chloride) jacket protects the cable wiring from breakages.

• Cable length of 1m for user flexibility• Weighing just 49g, it's light enough to carry in your laptop case

This high quality StarTech cable allows you to transfer data, connect to various USB devices, and provide power while charging your Micro USB device. It is an essential accessory in computing and device connectivity.

What's the difference between Micro-B and SuperSpeed Micro-B USB connectors?A Micro-B 2.0 USB connector is commonly found on smartphones and gaming devices and has a 5-pin design. A SuperSpeed Micro-B USB connector has 10 pins and is a wider connector. It's found on some older-style external hard drives.

There are many different types of USB connectors out there and it's easy to get confused. To make it simple, let's split them into two categories: generation 1.0-2.0 and generation 3.0-3.1.


Generation 1.0 - 2.0 connection types include:


• USB A
• USB B
• USB Mini-A
• USB Mini-B
• USB Micro-A
• USB Micro-B


Generation 3.0 - 3.1 connection types include:


• USB A
• USB B
• USB Micro-B
• USB C


You can differentiate between 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 USB connectors by looking at the colour of the plastic inside the connection end. They will be either white, black or blue respectively.

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