Introduction; Device Specifications; Environmental Conditions; Data Rate - Belkin F5U004 User Manual

1. Introduction

The USB Direct Connect provides a convenient way to connect stand-alone PCs and gain the
benefits of networking without having to install network cards. Two or more USB computers can
share programs, files, peripheral equipment and more. The USB Direct Connect is ideal for small
offices, home users, multiplayer gaming, and taking work on the road.

2. Device Specifications

2.1. Environmental Conditions

0 to 70'C (32 to 158'F)
Humidity 10% to 90%, non-condensing

2.2. Data Rate

12 Megabytes/second

2.3. Operating Systems

Windows 98

2.4. Power Consumption

Powered from USB Bus
Normal Operation: -7OmA
Suspend: ~300qA

2.5. Dimensions

0.87' H x 2.6" W x 4.25" L

2.6. LEDs

Left: Status
Center and Right: Activity

2.7. Compliance

FCC Class B, USB specification v 1.0

3. Network Topology

The USB Direct Connect can be used to connect two or more computers. There is a maximum
distance limit between computers, or hosts, of 1 0 meters. This limit is due to the USB cable
length maximum of 5 meters. Therefore each host can be up to 5 meters away from the USB
Direct Connect. Figure 1 below shows the different ways that the USB Direct Connect(s) can be
connected to host computers.
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Figure 1. Network Topology