StarTech.com USBthere USB100EXT User Manual
StarTech.com USBthere USB100EXT User Manual

StarTech.com USBthere USB100EXT User Manual

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USB100EXT
Featuring ExtremeUSB® Technology

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    THERE User Guide USB100EXT Featuring ExtremeUSB® Technology...
  • Page 2 CE Statement We, StarTech.com, declare under our sole responsibility that the USBthere, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022/A1 Class B, and EN 55024.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Guide Contents Introduction... 1 Product Contents ... 1 About the USBthere ... 2 Before You Begin ... 5 Installing the Local Unit ... 5 Installing the Remote Unit ... 5 Connecting the Local Unit to the Remote Unit... 5 Checking the Installation...
  • Page 4 USBthere USB100EXT Notes...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the USBthere. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices. : Notes give additional information that could make installation NOTE easier.
  • Page 6: About The Usbthere

    USBthere USB100EXT About the USBthere The USBthere incorporates ExtremeUSB® technology. This technology breaks the five-meter distance barrier for the connection of USB peripheral devices and allows users to enjoy the benefits of USB technology beyond the desktop. With the USBthere, USB devices can be located up to 100 meters from the host computer.
  • Page 7: The Remote Unit

    The Remote Unit The Remote Unit connects to the USB device using a conventional USB cable. The Remote Unit allows you to connect one full speed USB device. Front View 1 Device Port (USB Type A) Network Cabling The Local Unit and Remote Unit are interconnected by up to 100 meters of Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling.
  • Page 8: Power Handling

    USBthere. Compatibility The USBthere complies with USB 1.1 specifications governing the design of full speed USB devices. However, StarTech.com does not guarantee that all full speed USB devices are compatible with the USBthere. USB Type B USB Type B...
  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Before you can install the USBthere, you need to prepare your site. 1. Determine where the host computer is to be located and set up the computer. 2. Determine where you want to locate the USB device. 3.
  • Page 10: Checking The Installation

    USBthere USB100EXT With Premise Cabling 1. Plug one end of a Category 5 patch cord (not included) into the Link port on the Local Unit. 2. Plug the other end of the patch cord into the Category 5 information outlet near the host computer.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following table provides troubleshooting help. 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 (see page 10). Symptoms/Cause All LEDs on Local Unit are off.
  • Page 12 USBthere USB100EXT Symptoms/Cause Link LED on Local Unit is on; Host LED on Local Unit is off. Link LED on Remote Unit is on; Device LED on Remote Unit is off. Cause: a) The USB device is not connected to the Remote Unit.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Range (over Category 5 UTP cable) USB device support USB hub support Power available to USB device at Remote Unit USB cable Local Unit connector (upstream) Local Unit connector (downstream) Remote Unit connector (upstream) Remote Unit connector (downstream) Local Unit dimensions Local Unit weight Remote Unit dimensions...
  • Page 14: Technical Support

    Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability to StarTech.com Ltd. (or its officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.
  • Page 15 User Guide Notes...

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