Dell Legacy Adapter LD17 User Guide
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Contents 1 Introduction..............................................................................................................................................................4 2 Package Contents ...................................................................................................................................................5 3 Hardware Requirements ........................................................................................................................................
1 Introduction The Dell Legacy Adapter LD17 offers connectivity to devices with serial and parallel ports. It offers existing E-legacy extender users with a future-proof solution to connect their legacy devices. A wide range of connectivity ports are available, which include a parallel port, a serial port, a USB 2.0 port and Gigabit Ethernet port. It is flexible enough to connect to any laptop or desktop with either USB 3.0 or USB Type-C port.
2 Package Contents Your docking station ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and contact Dell (see your invoice for contact information) if something is missing.
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3 Hardware Requirements Before using the docking station, ensure that your laptop or PC has a USB Type-C port or USB 3.0 port.
4 Identifying Parts and Features Figure 1. Identifying Parts and Features — Front Figure 2. Identifying Parts and Features — Back USB 2.
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5 Input/Output (I/O) Connectors The Dell Legacy Adapter LD17 has the below I/O connectors: Input/Output Ports • • • • • USB 2.0 port (Type-A with FullSpeed) USB 3.
6 Important Information You must update your computer’s BIOS and the Dell Legacy Adapter drivers to the latest versions available at www.dell.com/ support before using the docking station. Older BIOS versions and drivers could result in the docking station not being recognized by your computer or not functioning optimally.
7 Quick Setup of Hardware 1 Update BIOS (Only for Dell Latitude 3460, 3470, 3560, 3570, E7270, and E7470).
3 Connect the adapter to the computer using the USB cable with either the Type-C or Type-A connector. Then, plug the USB Type-B connector into the adapter. 4 Connect multiple devices to the legacy adapter, as needed.
8 Ecosystem — Compatibility list Dell Latitude Dell XPS Dell Precision Dell Venue • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 3470 3570 E5270 E5470 E5570 7370 E7270 E7470 5175 5179 7275 7520 7720 5280 5480 3520 5289 7289 5285 3480 3580 7280 7480 • • • 9550 9560 9360 • • • • • 5510 3510 7510 7710 M5520 • • 5855 5056 Ecosystem — Compatibility list 14
9 Technical specifications Dell Legacy Adapter LD17 Product name Dell Legacy Adapter Model # LD17 Input port USB Type-B Output ports Power source Cable connectors • • • • Serial RS232 Port Parallel C36 Port Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) with PXE boot support USB 2.0 (Supports up to 1.2 Amps only. Devices requiring more than 1.2 Amps must be connected to laptop's USB port) USB bus powered • • 1-USB Type-B to Type-C (1 m) 1-USB Type-B to Type-A (1 m) Color Black Dimensions 90 x 60 x 24.2 mm / 3.
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10 Frequently Asked Questions 1 How to enable USB wake function: • In Device Manager > USB Wake Support > Enable USB Wake Support • The "Allow the device to wake the computer" option will auto uncheck after resuming from S3 by USB wake.
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11 Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1 Go to Dell.com/support. 2 Select your support category.
