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Net Power USB Printer Cable | 1.5 Metre Length | USB 2.0 Type A to Type B | Male to Male Connectors | 480Mbps Transfer
Hook an HP, Canon, Epson or Brother machine into any notebook or tower PC for daily paperwork.
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The Net Power USB Printer Cable is available at Mascom International for KSh 370, brand new and sealed, in a 1.5-metre length with a USB 2.0 Type A male plug on one end and a Type B male plug on the other. The flat Type A end goes into your computer, and the near-square Type B end fits the port on the back of most desktop printers and scanners. USB 2.0 moves data at up to 480Mbps, more than enough for everyday printing and scanning. Collect the Net Power USB Printer Cable at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for accountants, cyber café operators, school bursars, law firms and home offices across Kenya, the Net Power USB Printer Cable fixes one of the most common printer problems we see: the original cable has gone missing, frayed or snapped at the plug. Without it, a working HP LaserJet or Canon PIXMA sits idle while KRA returns, eCitizen forms and invoices wait. Many new printers also ship without a USB cable in the box, so buyers need one on day one. The 1.5-metre length reaches from a printer on a side table to a laptop on the desk, without a loop trailing across the floor.
Where many Nairobi shops hand over an unbranded lead of uncertain length, Mascom International stocks the Net Power USB Printer Cable as a named product with a clear 1.5-metre reach and a 6-month warranty behind it. Customers across Nairobi tell us a good printer cable is the simplest fix for a printer that suddenly stops showing up on the computer. Bring your printer model to Kimathi Street and we will confirm the Net Power USB Printer Cable fits, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it reaches you.
Common Questions About the Net Power USB Printer Cable
How much is the Net Power USB Printer Cable 1.5M in Kenya?
The Net Power USB Printer Cable 1.5M costs KSh 370, brand new, at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That covers the full 1.5-metre USB 2.0 cable with a Type A plug for the computer and a Type B plug for the printer, plus a 6-month warranty. You can collect it on Kimathi Street or order it for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya. If a missing or damaged lead is the only fault, this is an inexpensive way to get a stalled printer working the same day.
Which printers work with the Net Power USB Printer Cable?
The Net Power USB Printer Cable works with any printer or scanner that has a USB Type B port, the near-square socket found on most HP, Canon, Epson and Brother desktop models. That includes many HP LaserJet and DeskJet printers, Canon PIXMA and i-SENSYS models, Epson EcoTank and L-series ink tank printers, and Brother laser and inkjet machines. Check the back of your printer: if the port is square with two bevelled top corners, this cable fits. Printers with only USB-C, micro-USB or Wi-Fi need a different connection.
Should I get the Net Power USB Printer Cable or a USB-C to USB-B printer cable?
Get the Net Power USB Printer Cable if your computer has a full-size USB-A port, which most Windows laptops and desktop towers sold in Kenya still carry. A USB-C to USB-B cable suits newer MacBook Air models and thin laptops with only USB-C ports, since it plugs straight in without an adapter. Both carry the same print data, so speed is not the deciding factor; the port on your computer is. If you already own a USB-C to USB-A adapter, this cable works through it as well.
Is the Net Power USB Printer Cable a good fit for a cyber café printing eCitizen and KRA documents?
Yes, the Net Power USB Printer Cable suits busy cyber cafés that print eCitizen receipts, KRA PIN certificates, passport forms and HELB documents all day. A direct USB link avoids the network hiccups that can hold up jobs on shared Wi-Fi printers. After a KPLC power cut, the printer reconnects as soon as both machines restart, with no network settings to redo. Keep the cable clear of chair wheels, and blow dust out of the Type B socket now and then, since fine dust settles in open ports.
Do I need drivers to use the Net Power USB Printer Cable with Windows or macOS?
The Net Power USB Printer Cable needs no driver of its own, but your printer does. Windows 10 and Windows 11 usually install a basic driver automatically when you plug in a known HP, Canon, Epson or Brother printer, and macOS does the same for many models. For scanning, ink level alerts and full settings, download the complete driver from the printer maker's website. If the computer shows nothing when connected, try another USB port before assuming the printer is faulty.
Is the 1.5-metre Net Power USB Printer Cable long enough for my setup?
The 1.5-metre Net Power USB Printer Cable suits a printer on the same desk or on a side table right next to your computer. Measure from the computer's USB port to the printer's back panel, following the path the cable will take around the desk edge. If that comes to more than about 1.3 metres, choose a longer cable so the plugs do not strain. USB 2.0 allows cables up to 5 metres; beyond that, a network printer or a USB extender is the better route.
Why does my printer show offline when the USB cable is plugged in?
A printer that shows offline over USB is often caused by a damaged cable, a loose plug or the wrong printer selected on the computer. Try a known-good cable such as the Net Power USB Printer Cable first, since frayed old leads are a common fault. Plug straight into the computer rather than a USB hub, and check that the correct printer is set as the default. If the problem continues, reinstall the driver from the printer maker's website, or ask our team on WhatsApp for help.
Who should buy the Net Power USB Printer Cable, and who should skip it?
Buy the Net Power USB Printer Cable if you have a printer or scanner with a USB Type B port and a computer with a USB-A port sitting close together. It also fits Arduino Uno boards, many receipt printers and some audio interfaces that use the same Type B socket. Skip it if your printer connects only by Wi-Fi, USB-C or Ethernet, or if your laptop has only USB-C ports, where a USB-C to USB-B cable is the better fit. Offices sharing one printer across many desks are better served by a network setup.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Data Transfer
- USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard — moves data at up to 480Mbps, more than enough for documents, photos and full-page scans.
- Direct computer-to-printer link — no Wi-Fi setup, passwords or router needed; plug in and the computer sees the printer.
- Two-way communication — the printer reports ink levels, paper jams and job status back to the computer over the same cable.
- Scanner data transfer — carries scanned pages from a flatbed or document feeder back to the computer at USB 2.0 speed.
- Data cable, not printer power — the printer still needs its own mains power cable; this lead handles the signal side only.
- Works in USB 3.0 ports — newer blue USB 3.0 ports accept the Type A plug and run it at USB 2.0 speed.
- Hot-pluggable — connect or disconnect it while the computer is on, without restarting either machine.
Compatibility
- HP printers — fits HP LaserJet, DeskJet, Ink Tank and OfficeJet models that carry a USB Type B port.
- Canon printers — suits Canon PIXMA, i-SENSYS and MAXIFY models with a rear USB Type B socket.
- Epson printers — connects Epson EcoTank and L-series ink tank printers, common in Kenyan schools and print shops.
- Brother printers — works with Brother laser, inkjet and multifunction machines that offer a USB Type B port.
- Scanners and all-in-ones — the same plug serves standalone scanners and multifunction units that print, copy and scan.
- Other Type B devices — Arduino Uno boards, many receipt printers and some audio interfaces use the same socket.
- Computers — Windows, macOS and Linux machines with a full-size USB-A port, including most laptops and desktop towers.
Build and Connectors
- USB Type A male plug — the flat rectangular connector that goes into a laptop, desktop or USB hub.
- USB Type B male plug — the near-square connector with bevelled top corners that fits the printer or scanner port.
- Keyed plugs — each connector fits only one way, so it cannot go in upside down and damage the port if inserted gently.
- Outer jacket — protects the wires inside; avoid sharp bends right at the plugs, where most cable faults begin.
- Friction-fit connection — USB plugs hold by a snug fit, so route the cable where an opening paper tray will not tug it.
- Long-standing standard — the same USB-A and USB-B plug shapes have been used for over two decades, so it fits older printers too.
Inclusions and Length
- 1.5 metres long — reaches from a printer on a side table or shelf to a computer on the next desk.
- Well under the 5-metre USB 2.0 limit — a short run keeps the signal clean, so jobs do not stall mid-print.
- Single cable in the pack — one USB A-to-B lead; no adapters, drivers or software are included.
- Replacement for a missing lead — matches the cable many printer makers leave out of the box.
- USB-C laptops — need a USB-C to USB-A adapter, sold separately at Mascom International.
- Colour — confirm the colour in stock on WhatsApp if it matters for your desk setup.
- 6-month warranty — claims handled at the Mascom International service desk in Nairobi CBD.
Package Contents
You receive one Net Power USB Printer Cable, 1.5 metres long, with a USB Type A male plug on one end and a USB Type B male plug on the other. No printer driver disc, adapter or power cable comes with it, since the printer keeps its own mains lead and the driver downloads from the printer maker's website. If your laptop only has USB-C ports, add a USB-C to USB-A adapter, available separately at Mascom International.
Warranty
The Net Power USB Printer Cable ships with a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects in the cable and both USB plugs under normal use. Bring any claim to our Nairobi CBD service desk, where staff will test the cable and process the claim.
Where to Buy the Net Power USB Printer Cable in Kenya
The Net Power USB Printer Cable is on the shelf at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your printer's model name or a photo of its back panel, and our staff will confirm the Type B port matches before you pay. Ask on WhatsApp which colour is in stock, since it can change between batches.
Send an order or a question through any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver to all 47 counties with payment on arrival. Customers in Nairobi and its environs receive the cable the same day, while offices in Nyeri, Kakamega, Kericho, Eldoret and other major towns get it the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Each cable comes with the 6-month warranty covered above. Expect straight answers on compatibility, fair pricing, and real help from our team after you buy.
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