8 IN 4 OUT USB Switcher : ML-804USB-2.0

The Milestone ML-804USB-2.0 is an 8-in-4-out USB 2.0 switcher that lets users connect multiple USB sources and route them to selected output devices. It is designed for offices, IT helpdesks and similar environments where several computers share printers, scanners, storage drives and other USB peripherals. By centralizing USB connections, the switcher removes the need to unplug and re-plug devices when switching between systems.

Key Features

• 8-Port USB 2.0 Hub Extension: Extends eight USB 2.0 ports over extended distances, enabling simultaneous remote connection for a wide array of USB peripherals to a single host PC or server.

• Long-Distance CAT Cable Transmission: Uses standard Cat5e/Cat6 networking cables to extend high-speed USB data signals reliably across long cable runs without signal degradation.

• Transmitter & Receiver Unit Set: Includes the ML-804USB-2.0 transmitter and receiver unit pair to establish a complete point-to-point extension link.

• High-Speed 480 Mbps Data Transfer: Supports USB 2.0 high-speed data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps while maintaining full backward compatibility with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices.

• Wide Peripheral & OS Support: Compatible with webcams, flash drives, touchscreens, keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, and external storage across Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.

• Industrial & Commercial Build: Housed in a durable, multi-port metal enclosure engineered for control rooms, workstation consolidation, interactive displays, and commercial AV installations.

Applications
• Sharing printers and scanners across multiple computers in offices
• Centralizing USB connectivity in IT and helpdesk workstations
• Switching peripherals between systems in laboratories and education labs
• Managing POS and retail peripheral connections at service counters

Summary
The Milestone ML-804USB-2.0 is a practical USB switching solution for any workplace that runs several systems and shared peripherals. With its 8-in-4-out routing, it keeps USB connections organized, reduces cable clutter and makes it easy to share devices across computers, helping teams work more efficiently.