4-port usb 2.0 gigabit ethernet lan extender systems (19 pages)
Summary of Contents for Extreme USB USB 2.0 RG2224
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USB 2.0 RG2224 4-port USB 2.0 Multimode Fiber Optic Extender User Guide...
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CE Statement We declare under our sole responsibility that the USB 2.0 RG2224, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022 Class B, EN 61000 and EN 55024.
Contents Introduction ......................................... USB 2.0 RG2224 Product Contents ..........................Requirements ......................About the USB 2.0 RG2224 ......................Local Extender Description ...................... Remote Extender Description Installation guide ......................................... Installing the Local Extender ....................Installing the Remote Extender ............Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender ......................
About the USB 2.0 RG2224 The USB 2.0 RG2224 enables users to extend beyond the standard 5m cable limit for USB peripheral devices. With the RG2224, USB devices can be located up to 500 meters from the computer. The RG2224 is composed of two individual units: the local extender and the remote extender.
Local Extender Description The local extender connects to the computer using a standard USB 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. The LED light is off when no Power LED (Blue) power is supplied.
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. Additional devices may be connected by attaching USB hubs to the remote extender. The remote extender is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 500mA to each USB port.
Installation Guide Computer Up to 500m between extenders over multimode f iber optics All USB 2.0 and 1.1 Devices Local Extender Remote Extender Fiber Optic Link Cabling The local and remote extenders are interconnected by up to 500 meters of fiber optic cabling. Two strands of 50/125μm (500m) MMF or 62.5/125μm (275m) MMF cabling are required.
Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender To ensure proper operation, the maximum length of the fiber optic cable, including patch cords, must not exceed note 500 meters. The cabling must provide a duplex connection with crossover and must be terminated with Duplex LC connectors at both ends.
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 RG2224 complies with USB1.1 and USB 2.0 specifications governing the design of USB devices.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Link LED on • The host computer is not 1. Disconnect all USB devices from the remote local and remote powered on. extender. extenders are on, Host LED on • The local extender is not 2. Disconnect the local extender from the local and remote connected to the computer computer.
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USB device is • The USB device must have the 1. Install the required USB device driver on the attached to appropriate driver installed on computer operating system prior to attaching remote extender the computer operating system. the USB device to the remote extender. Please USB port but see your USB device manufacturer’s website for the remote...
Specifications Up to 500m (1640 feet) over OM2 or greater Range Up to 275m (902 ft) over OM1 Speeds USB 2.0: Up to 480 Mbps; USB 1.1: Up to 12 Mbps USB Hub Support Any single chain can include up to 3 USB hubs plus one RG2224 USB Host Support xHCI (USB 3.0) at USB 2.0 speed, EHCI (USB 2.0) and OHCI/UHCI (USB 1.1) Maximum USB devices...
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 •...
Technical Glossary USB Cables USB cables have two distinct connectors. The Type A connector is used to connect the cable from a USB device to the Type A port on a computer or hub. The Type B connector is used to attach the USB cable to a USB device.
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