VivoLink USB 3.0 A‑to‑Female Adapter Cable PROKEYUSB3AFM1B, Black, USB 3.0 Type A female adapter

The VivoLink USB 3.0 A-to-Female Adapter Cable PROKEYUSB3AFM1B in black is a compact adapter designed to extend or convert a USB Type A connection while preserving USB 3.0 performance where supported. It provides a female USB 3.0 Type A receptacle on one end and a matching male connection on the other, enabling continuation of high-speed data transfer rates with compatible hosts and peripherals. The adapter is intended to simplify connections in tight spaces, create an accessible port on a workspace or panel, and reverse connector orientation for improved accessibility.

Advantages

This adapter maintains USB 3.0 signal compatibility for high-speed data transfer with devices and cables that support SuperSpeed rates. Its slim, black housing and flexible cable make it suitable for use behind monitors, inside enclosures, or in other confined locations where a standard female A port is required. The simple plug-and-play nature eliminates the need for drivers in most systems and enables quick connection of flash drives, peripherals and other Type A devices.

Suitable for

• Extending short USB Type A cables to reach devices or ports
• Creating an accessible USB Type A port on a desk, panel or monitor
• Reversing connector orientation for easier access in tight spaces
• Connecting USB Type A peripherals such as flash drives, keyboards and mice

Key specifications

• Interface: USB 3.0 Type A (female to male)
• Data transfer: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed-compatible (up to theoretical USB 3.0 rates with compatible devices and cables)
• Color: Black
• Form factor: Compact inline adapter cable
• Compatibility: Works with hosts and peripherals using USB Type A connectors; backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices at lower speeds

How to use

Plug the male USB Type A end of the adapter into the host or extension cable, then connect a USB Type A peripheral to the female receptacle. Ensure both the host and the peripheral support USB 3.0 SuperSpeed if high-speed transfer is required; otherwise the connection will operate at the highest mutually supported USB version. No special software is typically required—most modern operating systems will recognize the attached device automatically. Avoid forcing connectors and ensure proper alignment to prevent damage to ports.

Recommendations

Use short, high-quality USB 3.0 cables when maximizing data throughput, and route the adapter to avoid tight bends or strain on connectors. For critical high-bandwidth applications, verify that both the host controller and the peripheral support USB 3.0; for simple peripherals like keyboards or mice, the adapter can be used interchangeably with USB 2.0 connections.