1-port usb 2.0-over-cat5-or-cat6 extender kit - locally or remotely powered (9 pages)
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USB2004EXT USB2004EXTGB Instruction Manual USB Extender 4-Port USB 2.0 Extender over Cat5 or Cat6...
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Introduction The StarTech.com USB 2.0 extender over Cat5 or Cat6 offers a simple USB extension, allowing you to place four USB 2.0 devices up to 100m/330ft away from the computer, which is more than 20 times longer than the normal USB cable length restrictions. The USB...
Local Unit RJ45 connector Power Host RJ45 RJ45 Link LED Activity LED USB connector (Host) Description Power Turns on when power is being supplied via the USB port. Host Turns on when the host computer system detects the extender. RJ45 Link Indicates connectivity between the Local and Remote unit.
Remote Unit DC Power connector RJ45 connector RJ45 RJ45 Link LED Activity LED USB Hub Connector Host LED USB port Power LEDs Description Power Turns on when power is being supplied via the external powr adapter. Host Turns on when the host computer system detects the extender.
Installation Hardware Installation The Local Unit can be connected to the host computer system either when it is powered on or off. Connect the Local Unit directly to a USB port on the host computer system via the integrated USB cable. The Power LED should light up if/when the host computer is powered on.
Driver Installation The USB Extender itself does not require a driver installation for any operating system that supports USB. The USB Extender is a pass-through hub, so is only seen as a standard Generic USB hub. Drivers will still be required for any USB peripherals connected to the extenders.
Wiring Diagram The USB Extender uses all four pairs of wires in the UTP cable, so either T568A or T568B termination can be used. Both ends of the cable must use the same termination. T568A Termination Wire Color Pair White/Green Green White/Orange Blue...
Specifications USB2004EXT USB2004EXTGB Bus Interface USB 2.0 Connectors 1 x RJ45 (Local Unit) 1 x USB type A male Connectors 1 x RJ45 (Remote Unit) 4 x USB type A 1 x Power LEDs (Local Unit) 1 x Host 1 x Power...
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