Frequently Asked Questions - D-Link DUB-E100 Quick Installation Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use my DUB-E100 on a USB 1.1 port?
The DUB-E100 will work on a USB 1.1 port but the transfer speeds will be limited to the limitations
of USB 1.1. If your computer does not have USB 2.0 ports, you can purchase an add-in USB 2.0
PCI adapter to add USB 2.0 functionality to your computer.
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D-Link offers the following USB 2.0 adapters:
• DU-520 (5 Port USB 2.0 PCI Adapter) for desktop computers.
• DUB-A2 (2-Port USB 2.0 PCI Adapter) for desktop computers.
• DUB-C2 (2-Port USB 2.0 Cardbus Adapter) for laptops computers.
2. Do I need to use a crossover cable or straight-through cable?
With most of D-Link's new switches/routers, the Ethernet ports are Auto MDI-II/MDI-X. This means
the port will auto-sense the cable type. Auto MDI-II/MDI-X ports may react differently if the Ethernet
cable is not properly pinned. If you make your own cables, it is very important that they follow the
industry standard pin-out (568A and 568B).
Computer connections to a hub, switch, or router typically use a straight-through cable. When
connecting a computer to another computer or to an uplink port then a cross-over cable is typically
required. Rule of Thumb: "If there is a link light, the cable is right."
3. How do I verify that my DUB-E100 is properly installed?
Windows
You can verify that the adapter has been properly installed in Device Manager:
• Right click on the My Computer icon and select Properties.
• For Windows 98SE and ME: Go to the Device Manager tab.
• For Windows XP, 2000, and Server 2003: Go to the Hardware tab and click on the Device
Manager button
• For Windows Vista: Click on the Device Manager item under the Tasks group.
• Expand the Network Adapters heading by clicking on the plus (+) sign next to Network
Adapters.
• Right click on the My Computer icon and select Properties.
• The D-Link USB DUB-E100 should appear with a green and gold network adapter symbol.
If the D-Link USB DUB-E100 in device manager appears with a bright yellow exclamation mark
or a red x, please contact D-Link Technical Support.
Mac OS
1. Click the Apple icon on the task bar, select System Preferences and then click the Network icon.
2. You will find that a new Ethernet network interface is available. It's usually named Ethernet
Adapter (en1) or Ethernet Adapter (en2).
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