USBTHERE User Guide USB110EXT USB120EXT USB110 EXT shown Extending the Range of USB
USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning The USBthere has been tested and found compliant 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 when installed and operated in a commercial environment.
User Guide Contents Introduction................................................................................................ 1 Product Contents ........................................................................................ 1 About the USBthere ................................................................................... 2 Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 5 Installing the Local Unit ...................................
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User Guide Introduction This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices. NOTE: Notes give additional information that could make installation easier.
USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT About the USBthere The USBthere 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 50 meters from the host computer. In addition, the USBthere can supply power to remote low-power and some high-power USB devices. The product is composed of two individual units, the Local Unit and the Remote Unit.
User Guide The Remote Unit The Remote Unit connects to the USB device using a conventional USB cable. The USBthere USB110EXT allows you to connect one full-speed or low-speed USB device. The USBthere USB120EXT allows you to connect two full-speed or low-speed USB devices.
USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT USB Cables USB cables have two distinct connectors. The Type A connector is used to connect the cable from a USB device to the Type A port on a computer or hub. The Type B connector is used to attach the USB cable to a USB device. USB Type A port USB Type A connector USB Type B port USB Type B connector Power Handling Some USB devices are powered directly from the USB and do not require individual power supplies. These devices are called bus-powered devices.
User Guide 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. If you are using surface cabling, ensure you have enough Category 5 UTP cabling to connect the two locations.
USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT 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. 3. Plug one end of the second Category 5 patch cord (not included) into the Link port on the Remote Unit. 4. Plug the other end of the second patch cord into the Category 5 information outlet near the USB device.
User Guide 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. Cause: The Local Unit is not receiving power from the computer Host LED on Local Unit is on; Link LED on Local Unit is off.
USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT Symptoms/Cause Remedy Link LED on Local Unit is on; Host LED on Local Unit is on. 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. b) The USB device is malfunctioning. c) The computer does not recognise the USB device. d) The computer does not support USB hubs. e) The extender is malfunctioning. 1. Check that the USB device is securely connected to the USB port on the Remote Unit. 2.
User Guide Specifications Range (over Category 5 UTP cable) 50 meters (165 ft) USB device support USBthere USB110EXT: 1 x full-speed (12 Mb/s) ) or low-speed (1.5 Mb/s) device. USBthere USB120EXT: 2 x full-speed (12 Mb/s) or low-speed (1.5 Mb/s) devices. USB hub support Up to 3 hubs connected in series. Each hub reduces the maximum range by 10 meters.
USBthere USB110EXT/USB120EXT Technical Support The following technical resources are available for this StarTech.com product: On-line help: We are constantly adding new information to the Tech Support section of our web site. To access this page, click the Tech Support link on our homepage, www.startech.com. In the tech support section there are a number of options that can provide assistance with this product.
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