AmazonBasics USB Cable - 2.0 A Male to Micro B (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)

by AmazonBasics

• Please note: When using this cable to charge devices such as the Kindle Fire, make sure your adapter amperage is compatible. See device and adapter instructions for further details.
• Ideal for connecting PC peripherals such as hard drives, printers, and more
• Supports 480-Mbps transmission speed
• Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for signal purity
• Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 72 x 0.2 x 0.5 inches ; 2.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B003ES5ZSW
• Item model number: PRIB001USB06Q
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (659 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #5 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Computer Accessories > Cable Assemblies > USB Cables
  • #13 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Cables
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 9, 2010

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

USB 2.0 Type-A Male to Micro Type-B Cable USB 2.0 Type-A Male to Micro Type-B Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters) Durable, gold-plated connectors Backwards compatible Full 2.0 USB capability/480 Mbps transfer speed LEARN MORE USB Version Numbers: There are different version numbers (1.0, 1.1, 2.0, and 3.0). This indicates their transfer speed. The higher the version number, the faster they can work. However, to get the full power, the “host,” the device, and the cable must have that version. If not, the lowest USB version in the chain will control the speed. For example,if your computer has a 2.0 USB port, your cable is 3.0, and your phone is 3.0, you will achieve 2.0 speed. If all three (computer, cable, and phone) all have 3.0 then you will have 3.0 speed. Warranty: AmazonBasics 1-Year Limited Warranty [PDF]

The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B Cable with Gold-Plated Connectors gives you full performance with many USB devices.

The leader for strong connections

Because USB 2.0 is widely used in connecting devices, such as external hard drives, printers, digital-photography devices, and more, this USB 2.0 cable helps you maximize performance for your peripherals. For devices with an older USB version, this cable is backward compatible so you can still make the connection.

What it connects

This cable features a standard Type-A USB connector on one end and a Micro Type-B connector on the other. For example, you can plug the Type-A connector into your computer, then plug the Micro Type-B connector into a device with a Micro Type-B port. Devices like mobile phones, smartphones, MP3 players, tablets, digital cameras and digital camcorders often have Micro Type-B ports.

Solid, durable

Sturdy, with gold-plated connectors, this USB 2.0 cable is built for connecting and disconnecting over and over again without signal loss.

Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging

This AmazonBasics product features Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging that is recyclable. It comes without excess packaging materials such as hard plastic clamshell casings, plastic bindings, or wire ties. The packaging is designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife, and it will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging. Products with Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without an additional shipping box, saving on resources and reducing waste.

Warranty: AmazonBasics 1-Year Limited Warranty [PDF]

What’s in the Box: USB 2.0 Type-A Male to Micro Type-B Cable

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

200 of 212 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This IS The USB Cable You Need For The Kindle Fire!!!!! November 29, 2011

By Amazonian Consumer TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

This AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A Male to Micro USB B Male Cable is the one that you need to connect the Kindle Fire to a computer, so that files can be transferred between the two. The Micro USB plug will fit only one way, so be careful when you plug it into the Fire. This cable is 6 ft. long and is very well-made. The $6 price is very reasonable.

Once you connect it to a PC or Mac, the Kindle Fire's screen will show a picture of a USB cable with a black background and the message: You can now transfer files from your computer to Kindle.

You can also buy a very inexpensive accessory made by Amazon under the same label AmazonBasics (AmazonBasics Wall Charger with USB Outlet( 2.1 Amp Output)) that, when combined with this cable, can charge the Kindle Fire (The Fire already comes with a charger in the box, so if you get this one, it would be a spare, or one for the office, for example). It's a small, high current (2.1 A) USB charger that has foldable plug prong so it can be conveniently stored when not in use. You cannot charge the Kindle Fire using a regular charger or the USB port on a computer because they do not output enough current to charge it (in a reasonable amount of time). It's less than $10 and very versatile and convenient. You can also use it to charge an iPad or any USB device.

86 of 97 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Does the job for less. November 17, 2010

By Jami Garrison VINE™ VOICE

Amazon Vine™ Review (What's this?)

It's not a heavy-duty "monster" brand style cable, but this USB micro cable works just as well. I found it interesting that Amazon actually has their own "branded" cable, but really who cares what label is on your cable as long as it works? You seriously cannot go wrong for the price of this. it seems well-made, not as flimsy as some cables I've gotten that degrade around the ends after use. The connections seem strong and durable. Overall I would have to say it works and it's inexpensive, I'll be buying more of these at this price.

oh, one more thing. Be sure you understand the difference between "micro" and "mini" USB. a lot of cameras and portable hard drives use the MiniUSB, not the micro. so be sure you are getting the correct cable for your needs. And in case you're wondering, this MicroUSB works great with the Motorola Droid phone!

79 of 91 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Worked for a few months, then had charging issues May 31, 2011

By Adam Van Pelt

Amazon Verified Purchase

A cable is a cable is a cable, right?

That's what I thought until I purchased a few of these cables to charge my Droid X. They worked fine for a few months, but then all of a sudden my phone would only charge with these cables if the body of the cable was angled a certain way. I thought the micro-USB port on my phone was going bad, but every non-Amazon micro-USB cable I tried charged my phone regardless of the position of the cable, so the cable was obviously the problem.

I finally got frustrated enough with these that I purchased the Mediabridge - USB 2.0 A-Male to Micro-B Cable - (6 Feet) a few days ago and so far it has worked like a charm. It's cheaper than this Amazon cable and as of the writing of this review has had nothing but positive reviews. I'd recommend going with the Mediabridge cable and staying away from this Amazon cable.