This Maplin USB-A 3.0 Male to USB-A 3.0 Female Extension Cable uses a male USB A 3.0 port to female USB A 3.0 port for high speed data transfer. It allows you to extend an existing connection or move a USB connection point to another location without the hassle of moving your computer. This cable can be used to passively extend your connection up to a maximum of five meters, however, a larger distance can be covered with help from a USB repeater cable.