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- Page 1 USB 2.0 RG2304 Network Series 4-Port USB 2.0 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Extender Systems User Guide...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the USB 2.0 RG2304N, 2304S or 2304GE-LAN. Please read this guide thoroughly. This document applies to the following part numbers: Local Remote Local Remote Model Extender Extender Extender Extender System System System System System Turnkey PCBA Turnkey PCBA Module Module...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ......................3 RG2304N/2304S/2304GE-LAN Product Contents ..............3 Features ..............................3 The Local Extender ..........................4 The Remote Extender ........................5 Installation Guide ....................6 Installing the RG2304N, 2304S or 2304GE-LAN System on a Local Area Network ..6 Requirements ............................6 Preparing your Network ........................ -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction This guide provides product information for the USB 2.0 RG2304 Series, installation instructions and troubleshooting guidelines. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements and some understanding of USB devices. note NOTE: Notes provide additional information that could be useful. -
Page 5: The Local Extender
The Local Extender The local extender unit connects to the computer using a standard USB 2.0 cable. Power for this unit is provided by the host computer. Front View Rear View ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION Power LED LED turns on when power is supplied. (Blue) LED is off when no power is supplied by the host computer. -
Page 6: The Remote Extender
The Remote Extender The remote extender unit provides USB Type A ports for standard USB devices and allows you to connect up to four USB devices directly. Additional devices may be connected by attaching up to four USB hubs to the remote extender unit. -
Page 7: Installation Guide
Installation Guide Installing the RG2304N, 2304S or 2304GE-LAN System on a Local Area Network Requirements To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with this system: • USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant operating system •... -
Page 8: Preparing Your Site
Preparing Your Site Before installing the RG2304N/2304S/2304GE-LAN, you will need to prepare your site: Place the computer where desired and set it up. Ensure to locate the USB device(s) within 100m of CAT 5e/6/7 cabling of the switch. Ensure to locate the computer within 100m of CAT 5e/6/7 cabling of the switch. note The cable distance between switches must be no greater than 100m if CAT 5e/6/7 is used as the connection media. -
Page 9: Installing The Rg2304N, 2304S Or 2304Ge-Lan System As Direct Connect
Installing the RG2304N, 2304S or 2304GE-LAN System as Direct Connect Requirements To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with this system: • USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant operating system •... -
Page 10: Installing The Local Extender
Installing the Local Extender Place the local extender near the computer. Connect the supplied USB cable between the local extender host port and a USB port on the host computer. Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender With Surface Cabling Connect the CAT 5e/6/7 cable into the Link port of the local extender. -
Page 11: Checking The Installation
Checking the Installation On the local and remote extender, check that the Power, Activity, Link and Host LEDs are on. • For direct connect, if the Host or Link LEDs are permanently off, then the cabling between the local and remote extender may not be installed properly or is defective. •... -
Page 12: 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. Pairing the Local and Remote Extender When bought as a complete system that consists of both a local extender and a remote extender, the RG2304N/2304S/2304GE-LAN extenders will be paired with each other out of the box, so no pairing action... -
Page 13: Usb Extender Mounting Options
USB Extender Mounting Options The bottoms of the RG2304 Series enclosures feature four convenient pre-drilled holes for optional mounting. Based on your requirements, choose from two available mounting options: 1. USB Extender Mounting Kit (Purchased separately Order Part #10-00394 USB Mounting Kit - Black 2. -
Page 14: Option 2: Usb Extender Direct Surface Mounting
OPTION 2: USB Extender Direct Surface Mounting (using your own hardware) The bottoms of the RG2304 Series enclosures features four pre-drilled holes for optional surface mounting. Distance between the enclosure mounting holes: 42.0mm x 77. 0mm mounting hole 1. Mark the center point of each of the four holes on your mounting surface either by directly measuring or using a print out of the stencil below. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following table provides troubleshooting tips. The topics are arranged in the order in which they should be executed in most situations. If you are unable to resolve the problem after following these instructions, please contact Technical Support for further assistance. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION... - Page 16 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Link LED on the • The extenders are paired with 1. Wait for a few minutes for the LEDs to go solid. local and the each other but have not yet remote extenders established a link. 2. If LEDs do not go solid, contact your network are blinking slowly.
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Page 17: Contacting Technical Support
Contacting Technical Support If you are experiencing problems not referenced in the Troubleshooting Guide, contact Technical Support at the company where you purchased this product and provide them with the following information: • Host computer make and mode • Type of operating system installed (e.g. Windows 8.1, Windows 10, OS X 10.11, etc.) •... -
Page 18: Technical Glossary
Technical Glossary Category 5e/6/7 (CAT 5e/6/7) Network Cabling Category 5e/6/7 cable is commonly also referred to as CAT 5e or CAT 6 or CAT 7. This cabling is available in either solid or stranded twisted pair copper wire variants and as UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) or STP (Shielded Twisted Pair). -
Page 19: Specifications
Specifications RANGE Direct Connect Up to 100m (330 ft) over solid core CAT 5e/6/7 Network Connect Up to 100m (330 ft) between switches over solid core CAT 5e/6/7 USB DEVICE SUPPORT Maximum Throughput Up to 480 Mbps* Traffic Types All Traffic Types Device Types All Device Types Maximum Number...
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