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CatX vs USB Over IPUSB was designed around the PC: it was intended to connect nearby peripherals to a host computer.  Because of this focus on the desktop environment, the maximum passive cable lengths are relatively short, from 5 m for USB 2.0, down to 1 m for USB 3.2 Gen 2 and higher…

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a widely adopted interface standard for connecting devices to computers, enabling the transfer of data, power, and communication between devices. The USB protocol is a set of rules and standards that govern device communication over a USB connection, making it…

The USB-C connector is newer and offers compatibility with higher USB standards than USB-A. Some might say it's a clear winner. However, we don't expect to see the original USB connector type disappear from the scene anytime soon. Here's our take on the direction of USB connection. We'll dive into…

USB 3.0 offers blazing-fast data transfers, but have you ever noticed how plugging in a USB 3.0 device sometimes disrupts your Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection? This interference can be quite frustrating, especially when your mouse suddenly stops responding or your Wi-Fi slows to a crawl. Let’s break…

Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, developer, or just trying to troubleshoot a pesky USB device, understanding how to check the Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) of your USB can be extremely helpful. These IDs are like fingerprints for devices—they uniquely identify the manufacturer and type of…

How USB HID Makes Plug-and-Play Devices WorkIn today's connected world, we often take for granted how seamlessly our devices communicate with our computers. Plug in a new keyboard or mouse, and it just works—no drivers, no installations, no headaches. This effortless experience is largely thanks to…

Solving Overcharging for Mobile DevicesA primary feature of Acroname hubs is the ability to turn a USB port on and off. Looking more closely, Acroname hubs also have the more granular ability to disable power/VBUS on a given port, independently from the USB D+/D- data lines on the same port.…

At Acroname, we have built up no small amount of expertise in USB standards and functionality. In addition to our off-the-shelf software-controlled USB hubs and switches, we have also helped our clients create custom USB testing solutions. Below is just one example: an automated, rack-mounted…

 How to Automate Offline Backups Manually If your organization connects any device to the Internet, it’s vulnerable to foreign and domestic hackers, ransomware, leakware, and data theft. The security experts tell you to manually back up your data and systems every week. But in the…

USB Hub vs USB Switch Several customers have asked us whether or not a USB hub or a USB switch is right. There are important and distinctive differences between these two classes of devices, both architecturally and functionally. In many cases, both devices can be used in the same system to…