The U320-003-BK USB 3.0 SuperSpeed A/A Cable (M/M) connects your computer, laptop or other compatible USB 3.0 device, such as Chromebooks and Surface tablets, to a USB-A peripheral or patch bay with a female port. This three-foot cable supports USB 3.0 data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps, which is ten times faster than USB 2.0. Its bi-directional data interface allows data to flow both directions simultaneously, increasing theoretical bandwidth by ten times for efficient power and little wait-time. Backward compatible with earlier USB generations, the U320-003-BK features premium foil and braid shielding to deliver reliable, error-free signal quality and protection from EMI/RFI interference. Molded nickel-plated connectors with gold-plated copper contacts ensure excellent conductivity. Integral strain relief ensures the cable and connectors last a long time. A rugged PVC jacket protects twisted 28 AWG data lines and 24 AWG power lines.