USB Extension won't work with Security Camera

[multi-tasking_guy]

Hello,

I have a security camera hooked up to my computer and the cord is 3 metres

I moved my computer to the other side of the room and now it barely reaches. So i need a usb extension

I found 3 usb 2.0 extensions, in my drawer but none of them work. I'm not sure why it won't work. I tested it with a mouse and the extension works fine. So the problem is not the extension.

Why will it work with other devices but not my security, is there a limit for the distance?



Here is my camera. i'm not sure if it is 2.0 or 3.0

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01FJR3XXY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1





and here is the extension i have, it says usb 2.0 on the cable itself, i got it 6 years ago, its about 6 feet




I'm not sure why my extension won't work

 

[Ocellaris]

Buy a better extension cable, your isn't supplying enough power to the cam.

 

[DCookSta]

You may need to put a powered USB hub between your machine and camera. I agree, doesn't sound like the cam is getting enough power.

 

[pendragon1]

should work on a 3.0 port with a 3.0 extension as it carries more power. if not then the powered hub should work.