4 Port USB 2.0 Extender over Gigabit Ethernet or Cat5e/6 Cabling - 100m (330ft) USB2G4LEXT2 *actual product may vary from photos 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.
FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents Introduction.............................................................................................1 Packaging Contents.................................................................................................................................. 1 System Requirements............................................................................................................................... 1 Product Overview......................................................................
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 • Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64), 2000, Windows® Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003 (32/64), Windows CE 6.0, Mac OS 10.x (Tested up to 10.
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 1 Power LED (Blue) LED turns on when power is supplied, off when no power is supplied by the host computer. 2 Link LED (Green) Indicates a valid USB link is established between the Local and Remote units.
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. Front View Rear View Item Type 1 USB Device Ports Description Accepts USB device(s) using Type A connectors.
Installation Note: Units will be pre-paired with each other out of the box. If they are not paired, follow the instructions provided in the section for Pairing a Local and Remote Extender.
Note: Some networks may be configured to block devices with unfamiliar MAC addresses. If this is the case, you will need to provide your network administrator the MAC addresses of the Local and Remote Extender units. These can be found on the label on the bottom of each unit. 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.
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. Place the Remote Extender near the USB device(s). 4. Connect the provided power adapter to an available AC power outlet, and to the Power port of the Remote Extender. 5. Attach your USB device(s) to the Remote Extender.
Direct Connect Installing the USB2G4LEXT2 as Direct Connect Requirements To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with the product: • USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant operating system • USB compatible device(s) • 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.
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.
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. 4. Connect the opposite end of the cable into the Link port of the Remote Extender. Installing the Remote Extender 1. Place the Remote Extender near the USB device(s). 2.
Verifying Installation 1. On the Local and Remote Extender, check that the Power, Status, Link and Host LEDs are on. Note: 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.
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” under the USB High-Speed Bus/USB Bus. To open System Profiler in OS X: Open the Finder, select Applications, then open the Utilities folder and double click on the System Profiler icon.
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. Troubleshooting The following table provides troubleshooting tips. The topics are arranged in the order in which they should be executed in most situations.
1. Ensure both the Local and Remote Extenders are connected together directly or are connected to active network switches. • There is no connection between the Local and Remote Extenders. Link LEDs are blinking. 2. Re-pair the units together. • Units may not be paired to each other. 3. Ensure the network switches can communicate with each other and are on the same subnet. • Network switches exist on different subnets. 4.
My USB device does not work properly. My USB device does not work at all. Instruction Manual • Insufficient bandwidth is available on the network to support the device. 1. Connect the Local and Remote Extenders directly to each other and try the USB device again. • Insufficient bandwidth is available on the network to support the device. 1. Connect the Local and Remote extenders directly to each other and try the USB device again. 2.
Specifications Cabling Cat 5e UTP or better Ports 4 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) Enclosure Material Steel Dimensions (LxWxH) 100 x 76 x 26 mm Weight LEDs 12.
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