I have not tried this, but you should be able to get a USB to LAN (CAT5)adaptor for computer side. Connect a long CAT5 cable to it. On the 990 side, get a LAN (CAT5) to USB and connect the CAT5 to it and plug the USB to 990. CAT5 can be used for long runs. I think it can go as long as 1000 ft (someone familiar with this can correct me if I am wrong). If you are going to try this buy CAT5e or CAT 6 cable, they can handle more bandwidth.