Due to its design USB cable has a normal maximum length of about 5 meters (16.4 feet) but you can get longer distances by using the CA&minusUAM/UAF active USB extension cable from Kramer!
This is a bus&minuspowered extension cable that can be used to increase the length of a device without any signal loss or potential performance problems. It contains active electronics which boost the USB signal for maximum reliability and performance over extended distances. The cable operates as self&minuspowered extender for use with USB cameras&sbquo printers&sbquo webcams&sbquo keyboard/mouse etc.

&bull True Plug-and-Play - No additional drivers needed.
&bull USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbps) Standard.
&bull Construction - 1 pair 24AWG + 2 pair 22AWG + drain wire 24AWG tinned copper braid.
&bull No External Power - Pulls power from source.
&bull Data Transfer Only - Not for charging.
&bull Buffers Incoming & Outgoing Signal.
&bull Compliant with USB 2.0.
&bull CM-c(ETL) Rated.
&bull Varied Selection of Lengths - Available in versions of 4.6 to 19.5m (15 25 35 50 & 65ft).