Network USB Hub F5L009ea 5465uk_F5L009uk_mnl.indd 1 3/6/08 11:44:07 AM...
Page 2
table of Contents 5465uk_F5L009uk_mnl.indd 2 3/6/08 11:44:07 AM...
Page 3
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Network USB Hub (the Hub) from Belkin. By connecting to your network router, this innovative sharing tool gives you a great way to enhance its capabilities, as well as those of all the USB devices connected throughout your network.
Setting Up your Network USB Hub The Hub works with Windows XP and Windows Vista ® ™ (32-bit). In order to use the Hub, you must have a networking router connecting your network. 1. Preparing for Setup NOtE: If you are connected to a network router that uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which most networks do, you do not need to set up your Hub.
Page 5
2.2 You will see the “Welcome” screen. Click “Next”. 2.3 Choose a destination folder in which to install the software, or simply click “Next” 2.4 Choose the program group for the software, or simply click “Next”. uk-3 5465uk_F5L009uk_mnl.indd 3 3/6/08 11:44:09 AM...
Page 6
Setting Up your Network USB Hub 2.5 To start the installation. Click “Start”. 2.6 Installation is complete. Click “Finish”. uk-4 5465uk_F5L009uk_mnl.indd 4 3/6/08 11:44:10 AM...
Page 7
Once the setup is completed, launch the Belkin Network USB Hub Control Center through the “Start” menu. The main Control Center (see image below) gives you a visual depiction of your connection configuration. You can connect to a device by double-clicking the device on the list, or by selecting it on the list, and then clicking “Connect”, on the bottom of the screen.
Using the Network USB Hub Control Center What the designations mean Device: Name of the device. You can change the name by clicking “Properties”. Status: Status of the device. The status changes automatically. Connected to this computer: Devices shown are currently connected to the computer that you are using.
Page 9
Not Connected: The device is being used by someone else and it is not available. You can make a request for the device by clicking “Request Use”. Unavailable: The device has been disconnected from the Hub. It will be removed from the list when you click “Refresh”. uk-7 5465uk_F5L009uk_mnl.indd 7 3/6/08 11:44:12 AM...
Page 10
Using the Network USB Hub Control Center Requesting a device when it is being used by someone else If someone else is connected to a device that you want to use, you can make a device request. Right-click on the device in the list and select “Request Use”...
Page 11
When the other user clicks “Yes”, the device will be disconnected automatically from that user’s computer and it will be available for you to use. Changing the connection settings You can set the Control Center to automatically connect to devices when the software launches. Selecting “Automatically Connect”...
Page 12
Using the Network USB Hub Control Center Click on the “Connection” tab and check or uncheck the box next to “Automatically connect this device when the Control Center starts”, depending on whether or not you want to automatically connect the device on start-up, then click “Apply”.
Page 13
Sharing a USB printer You can set the Network USB Hub Control Center to share any USB printers on the network. Note: You must install the printer driver on your computer before enabling sharing. 1. First, connect to the printer. 2.
Page 14
Using the Network USB Hub Control Center 5. Click on the “Connection” tab and check the box next to “This is a shared printer...”. 6. Select the printer from the list. It should match the correct printer. 7. Click “Apply”. 8.
Page 15
Changing the Network USB Hub Control Center settings Click the “General” link, under “Common Tasks” on the left of the “Control Center” screen to open the “Network USB Hub settings” window. uk-13 5465uk_F5L009uk_mnl.indd 13 3/6/08 11:44:18 AM...
Page 16
Using the Network USB Hub Control Center Simply check or uncheck the box to determine whether you want to launch the Network USB Hub Control Center when Windows starts. Checking “Show the Hub Control Center” causes the “Control Center” screen to display when you launch Windows.
Page 17
Certain USB devices may not be compatible with the Hub. Since the Network USB Hub uses virtual network technology, some USB devices (e.g., TV tuners, webcams, and USB audio devices) may not be compatible with it. You may see a warning message like the one illustrated below. WLAN connection The Network USB Hub’s virtual network technology may not work properly if the WLAN connection is interrupted.
Belkin warrants the Belkin product for the lifetime of the product. What will we do to correct problems? Product Warranty. Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for shipping charges for the product). What is not covered by this warranty? All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin International, Inc., for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole...
Page 19
All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin International, Inc., for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin International, Inc., Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment.
Page 20
Asked Questions (FAQ) section of the “Support Center” area on the Belkin website: www.belkin.com. telephone Support There is no charge for technical support except long-distance charges where applicable. Please visit www.belkin.com for telephone-support hours. Registering Your Belkin Product Register your Belkin product online at www.belkin.com.
Page 21
Free Tech Support* Country Number Internet adress AUSTRIA 08 - 20 20 07 66 http://www.belkin.com/uk BELGIUM 07 07 00 073 http://www.belkin.com/nl CZECH REPUBLIC 23 900 04 06 http://www.belkin.com/uk DENMARK 701 22 403 http://www.belkin.com/uk FINLAND 00800 - 22 35 54 60 http://www.belkin.com/uk...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the F5L009ea and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers