16 feet USB active extension cable not recognized

[nvfriendly]

I was using a 16 feet USB active extension cable to my printer for awhile without any problems.
Than, suddenly, the Windows XP Pro stopped recognizing it. It din not matter which port I would plug it in - one in the front PC panel, a back one or a usb hub.
Thinking - the cable is dead, I even posted a negative opinion on the Newegg's website regarding the cable's quick death.
But when later I tried using it on the other TWO computers I found the cable to be working just fine.
...So, it seems to be an issue with MY PC's motherboard!?
All of the other USB devices, including 1 foot extension cables continue to work fine.

Any suggestions on how to fix the problem?

Thank you in advance.

Igor K.

PS: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16812816021

Igor K>

 

[corkyg]

Try it off of a powered hub.

 

[nvfriendly]

Try it off of a powered hub.

Yes. My USB hub is a powered one.

 

[corkyg]

That is odd. If other USB devices run OK, then your mobo seems OK.

What kind of printer? Can it be run by ethernet from your router? That may be a better option in the long run. I run both a laser and inkjet that way -installed as network printers more than 16 feet away. The ink spitter can be Cat 5 or wireless. Both work. Cable is faster.

 

[nvfriendly]

Thank you Mr. Corky-G.
I knew my Canon Pixma MP970 was not wireless, but I totally missed the Ethernet port.
I will need to play with it a bit, since the router is located in a different room, to which my PC is connected.
I wonder whether I can split the connection into two by using ANOTHER router in my study room? Does it sound confusing?

 

[nvfriendly]

Will this work?

 

[corkyg]

I know you can connect a switch to a router. Not sure about a second router - but a switch - yes! I have it that way.

 

[nvfriendly]

Yes Mr C-G!
It works. 15 minutes and all the hardware I already had laying around the house and it all runs well.
Thank you for your suggestion.
I was on a brink of reinstalling the whole OS, which would have taken me weeks to complete. (I hate to do that)

Sincerely,

Igor K.

PS: if someone comes across my question, it is still open. We all can benefit from shared knowledge. Enjoy your computing everyone.