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Extreme USB USB 2.0 RG2204 User Manual

4-port usb 2.0 100m cat 5e extender system
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USB 2.0 RG2204
4-port USB 2.0 100m Cat 5e Extender System

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    USB 2.0 RG2204 4-port USB 2.0 100m Cat 5e Extender System User Guide...
  • Page 2 CE Statement We declare under our sole responsibility that the USB 2.0 RG2204, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, and EN 61000-3-3.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........................................ USB 2. 0 RG2204 Product Contents ..........................Requirements ......................About the USB 2.0 RG2204 ......................Local Extender Description ..................... Remote Extender Description Installation Guide ......................................... Installing the Local Extender ....................Installing the Remote Extender ............

  • Page 4: Introduction

    About the USB 2.0 RG2204 The USB 2.0 RG2204 incorporates ExtremeUSB® technology, enabling users to extend beyond the standard 5m cable limit for USB peripheral devices. With the RG2204, USB devices can be located up to 100 meters from the computer. This extender system is composed of two individual units: the local extender and the remote extender.

  • Page 5: Local Extender Description

    Local Extender Description The local extender connects to the computer using a standard USB 2.0 cable. Power for this unit is provided by the USB on the host computer. Front View Rear View ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION LED turns on when power is supplied. Power LED (Blue) LED is off when no power is supplied by the host computer.

  • Page 6: Remote Extender Description

    Remote Extender Description The remote extender provides USB Type A ports for standard USB devices. The remote extender allows you to connect up to four USB devices directly. The remote extender is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 500mA to each USB port.

  • Page 7: Installation Guide

    Installation Guide Computer Up to 100m between extenders over Cat 5e (or better) All USB 2.0 and 1.1 Devices Local Extender Remote Extender Before you can install the RG2204, you need to prepare your site: Determine where the computer is to be located and set up the computer. Determine where you want to locate the USB device(s).

  • Page 8: Connecting The Local Extender To The Remote Extender

    Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender To ensure proper operation, it is recommended that only Cat 5e (or better) Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling note be used to connect the local extender to the remote extender. The cable must have a straight-through configuration with no crossovers and must be terminated with 8 conductor RJ45 connectors at both ends.

  • Page 9: Connecting A Usb Device

    Connecting a USB Device Install any software required to operate the USB device(s). Refer to the documentation for the USB device(s), as required. Connect the USB device to the device port on the remote extender. Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system. Compatibility The RG2204 complies with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 specifications governing the design of USB devices.
  • Page 10 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Link LED on local • The host computer is not 1. Disconnect all USB devices from the remote extender is on, powered on. extender. Host LED on local extender unit is off. • The local extender is not 2.
  • Page 11 USB device • A USB device must have the 1. Install the required USB device driver on the is attached appropriate driver installed on computer operating system prior to attaching to remote the computer operating system. the USB device to the remote extender. Please extender’s see your USB device manufacturer’s website for USB port, but...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Specifications Range Up to 100m (330 feet) over Cat 5e (or better) cable High-speed devices (USB 2.0) - up to 480 Mbps USB Device Support Full-speed devices (USB 2.0 & 1.1) - up to 12 Mbps Low-speed devices (USB 2.0 & 1.1) - up to 1.5 Mbps USB Hub Support Any single chain can include up to 4 USB hubs plus one RG2204.

  • Page 13: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support If you are experiencing problems not referenced in the Troubleshooting section of this Guide, then please contact Technical Support at the company where you purchased this product and provide them with the following information: • Host computer make and model •...

  • Page 14: Technical Glossary

    Technical Glossary Category 5e (Cat 5e) Network Cabling Category 5e cable is commonly also referred to as Cat 5e. This cable is available in either solid or stranded twisted pair copper wire variants and as UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) or STP (Shielded Twisted Pair). UTP cables are not surrounded by any shielding making them more susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI).

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