Overview:
FireNEX™-uLINK-20G is a 6-meter (20 ft.) active USB-C cable with advanced repeater technology delivering USB4 connectivity up to 20Gbps over extended distances. Compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5, it supports DisplayPort 2.0 (UHBR10) video output up to 8K@60Hz, 60W USB Power Delivery in either direction, and backward compatibility with USB 3.2, USB 2.0/1.1 — all through a single USB-C connection with no external power supply or drivers required.
Features:
- 20Gbps USB4 Over 6 Meters: Actively extends full-performance USB4 Gen 2x2 connectivity up to 6 meters (20 ft.) without signal degradation — no external power supply required.
- Thunderbolt 3, 4 & 5 Compatible: Works seamlessly with Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5 hosts and devices at up to 20Gbps.
- DisplayPort 2.0 Support (Up to 8K): Supports DP Alt Mode (UHBR10) with automatic 4-lane and 2-lane switching. Single display up to 8K@60Hz (with DSC) or 4K@144Hz (uncompressed); dual display up to 2× 4K@60Hz (uncompressed). Compatible with DisplayPort 1.4 and 1.2.
- 60W Bidirectional Power Delivery: Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 60W (20V / 3A) in either direction — host to device or device to host — with automatic direction selection.
- Backward Compatible: Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), and USB 2.0/1.1 peripherals such as keyboards and mice.
- Plug-and-Play: No drivers needed — works out of the box with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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FAQ
Q: Does FireNEX™-uLINK-20G support DisplayPort Alt Mode (DP Alt Mode)?
A: Yes, FireNEX™-uLINK-20G supports DP Alt-Mode over USB-C with DisplayPort 2.0 (UHBR10).
Q: Does FireNEX™-uLINK-20G support 4-Lane DP or 2-Lane DP?
A: FireNEX™-uLINK-20G supports both 4-Lane and 2-Lane DP modes with automatic switching.
Q: Is FireNEX™-uLINK-20G compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5?
A: Yes, FireNEX™-uLINK-20G is compatible with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and Thunderbolt 5 hosts and devices up to 20Gbps.
Q: Is FireNEX™-uLINK-20G backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1?
A: Yes, FireNEX™-uLINK-20G is fully compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 peripherals such as keyboards and mice.
Q: Does FireNEX™-uLINK-20G support Power Delivery from host to device or device to host?
A: FireNEX™-uLINK-20G supports USB PD 3.0 for higher-voltage charging (20V, 15V, 9V, 5V) up to 3A in either direction. It automatically selects the charging direction to suit your setup.
Q: What is the maximum cable length supported by FireNEX™-uLINK-20G?
A: FireNEX™-uLINK-20G extends USB4 20Gbps performance up to 6 meters (20 ft.) without signal degradation, using an embedded active repeater — no external power supply required.
Application Diagram
