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Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2301 | 100m USB Extender Set over CATx

Break free from the distance limitations of standard USB cabling with the Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2301 extender set. This professional-grade system is the definitive solution for extending any USB 2.0 signal up to 100 meters (330 feet) over a single, standard CATx network cable. Engineered for ultimate reliability and performance, the Ranger 2301 delivers a robust, plug-and-play connection that feels as if your USB device is plugged directly into your computer, without any signal degradation or latency.

Powered by Icron´s patented and industry-leading ExtremeUSB® technology, this extender set ensures a transparent and seamless USB connection. It requires no new software drivers, making it compatible with all major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. The true plug-and-play functionality means you can deploy it instantly in any environment. Whether you need to connect a keyboard, mouse, interactive whiteboard, webcam, printer, scanner, or an industrial control device, the Ranger 2301 provides a stable and powerful link. It supports the full USB 2.0 High-Speed data rate of 480 Mbps, ensuring that even high-bandwidth devices like professional cameras and storage drives operate flawlessly over long distances.

The system consists of two compact units: a Local Extender (LEX) and a Remote Extender (REX). The LEX unit connects to your host computer, while the REX unit provides a one-port USB A connection for your peripheral device at the remote location. The external power supply is connected at the remote end, ensuring that your connected USB device receives sufficient and stable power, even at the maximum extension distance.

Ideal Professional Applications and Tools

The robust design and uncompromising performance of the Icron Ranger 2301 make it an essential tool for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications where distance and reliability are critical:

* Industrial Automation: Control machinery and sensors on the factory floor from a central, protected office.
* Professional AV & Conference Rooms: Place USB cameras, microphones, and interactive whiteboards exactly where they are needed, without being tethered to a nearby PC.
* Medical Imaging: Extend the connection to diagnostic equipment and medical devices in patient rooms from a remote workstation.
* Security and Surveillance: Position USB security cameras at optimal vantage points far from the recording server.
* Digital Signage: Power interactive displays and touchscreens located up to 100 meters away from the media player.
* Remote Workstations (KVM): Create a complete remote desktop experience with seamless keyboard, mouse, and peripheral access.

Technical Specifications
* Product category: Extenders / USB
* Connections: RJ45, USB
* Connections (in): RJ45 female (x1), USB B female (x1)
* Connections (out): RJ45 female (x1), USB A female (x1)
* Extender category: 51-100 m
* Max. extension distance: 100 m
* Extension over: CATx
* Extension cable: CATx (x1)
* Extension connector: RJ45
* Extension protocol: Own (ExtremeUSB®)
* USB version: USB 2.0 - HighSpeed (Enhanced) at 480 Mbps
* Included: Power adapter, USB cable