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4 Port USB 2.0 Extender over Gigabit
Ethernet or Cat5e/6 Cabling - 100m (330ft)
USB2G4LEXT2
DE: Bedienungsanleitung - de.startech.com
FR: Guide de l'utilisateur - fr.startech.com
ES: Guía del usuario - es.startech.com
IT: Guida per l'uso - it.startech.com
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Manual Revision: 02/06/2014
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- Page 1 DE: Bedienungsanleitung - de.startech.com FR: Guide de l'utilisateur - fr.startech.com ES: Guía del usuario - es.startech.com IT: Guida per l'uso - it.startech.com NL: Gebruiksaanwijzing - nl.startech.com PT: Guia do usuário - pt.startech.com For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.startech.com Manual Revision: 02/06/2014...
- Page 2 StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question. Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this document, StarTech.com hereby...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ....................1 Packaging Contents ..........................1 System Requirements ..........................1 Product Overview ..................2 The Local Extender ........................... 2 The Remote Extender ..........................3 Installation ....................4 Network Connect ............................4 Direct Connect ............................7 Verifying Installation ................10 Pairing and Unpairing ................11 Pairing the Local and Remote Extender.................... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Packaging Contents • 1 x USB 2.0 Extender Local Unit • 1 x USB 2.0 Extender Remote Unit • 1 x USB A-B Cable • 1 x Universal Power Adapter (NA/ UK/ EU) • 1 x Mounting Kit • 1 x Instruction Manual System Requirements •... -
Page 5: Product Overview
Product Overview The Local Extender The Local Extender 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, off when no power is supplied by the (Blue) host computer. -
Page 6: The Remote Extender
The Remote Extender The Remote Extender 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 USB hubs to the Remote Extender. The Remote Extender is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 600ma to each USB port. -
Page 7: Installation
Your network must be properly configured to achieve USB 2.0 throughput and for maximum stability and reliability of your devices. Consult with your network administrator prior to installation. Using the USB2G4LEXT2 over a network requires: • Local Extender and Remote Extender to be on the same subnet •... - Page 8 Preparing Your Site Before you can install the USB2G4LEXT2, you need to prepare your site: 1. Place the computer where desired and set it up. 2. Ensure that where you want to locate the USB device(s) is within 100m (330ft) of the switch.
- Page 9 Installing the Remote Extender 1. Connect a Cat 5e (or better) cable (not provided) into a network switch or wall network port connected to a switch. 2. Connect the opposite end of the Ethernet cable into the Link port of the Remote Extender 3.
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Page 10: Direct Connect
• One or Two Cat 5e (or better) cables Preparing Your Site Before you can install the USB2G4LEXT2, you need to prepare your site: 1. Place the computer where desired and set it up. 2. Ensure that where you want to locate the USB device(s) is within 100m (300ft) of the computer. - Page 11 Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender With Surface Cabling 1. Connect the Cat 5e or better cable into the Link port of the Local Extender. 2. Connect the Cat 5e or better cable into the Link port of the Remote Extender. Instruction Manual...
- Page 12 With Wall Network Ports 1. Connect a Cat 5e or better cable (not provided) into the RJ45 wall outlet near the host computer. 2. Connect the opposite end of the cable into the Link port of the Local Extender. 3. Connect a Cat 5e or better cable (not provided) into the RJ45 wall outlet near the USB devices.
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Page 13: Verifying Installation
(For Windows 8, open the Control Panel and select Device Manager). Expand the entry for Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the “+” sign. If the USB2G4LEXT2 has been installed correctly you should find it listed as a “Generic USB Hub”. Instruction Manual... -
Page 14: Pairing And Unpairing
3. Mac OS: Open the System Profiler to confirm that the USB2G4LEXT2 has installed correctly. In the left hand column under Hardware, select “USB” and inspect the right hand panel. If the extender has been installed correctly, you should find it listed as a “Hub”... -
Page 15: Compatibility
The USB2G4LEXT2 complies with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 specifications. However, there is no guarantee that all USB devices or hosts will be compatible with the USB2G4LEXT2, as there are a number of different characteristics that may impact the operation of USB devices over extended distances. - Page 16 1. Ensure both the Local and Remote • There is no Extenders are connected together connection between directly or are connected to active the Local and network switches. Remote Extenders. 2. Re-pair the units together. • Units may not be 3.
- Page 17 • Insufficient bandwidth is My USB device 1. Connect the Local and Remote does not work available on the Extenders directly to each other and properly. try the USB device again. network to support the device. • Insufficient bandwidth is 1.
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Page 18: Specifications
Specifications Cabling Cat 5e UTP or better Ports 1 x RJ-45 Female Local Unit Connectors 1 x USB B (4 pin) Female 1 x RJ-45 Female Remote Unit Connectors 4 x USB A (4 pin) Female Maximum Cable Length 330 ft [100 m] 1 Gbps (LAN) Maximum Data Transfer Rate 480 Mbps (USB) -
Page 19: Technical Support
Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their 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 or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. - Page 20 StarTech.com is an ISO 9001 Registered manufacturer of connectivity and technology parts. StarTech.com was founded in 1985 and has operations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan servicing a worldwide market.
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