User manual BELKIN F1U201-401

[. . . ] and other countries. User Manual F1U201 F1U401 TABLE OF CONTENTS Overview Introduction . . 1 . 1 . 2 . 3 . 3 . 3 . 4 Congratulations on your purchase of the Belkin USB Peripheral Switch (the Switch). The Switch gives multiple computers access to a single USB 1. 1-compliant device--such as a printer, camera, scanner, or an external storage device. It offers a convenient design and easy-to-use switching software that gives you immediate access to your USB device. [. . . ] When the InstallShield Wizard is complete, click "Finish". INSTALLATION Setup will create a shortcut icon on your desktop. 8 9 INSTALLATION Hardware Installation Connecting a USB Device to the Switch 1. Connect the A-type connector of your USB device to the A-type USB port on the Switch. Refer to the device's user manual for additional information on installing the driver. SWITCHING THROUGH SOFTWARE Legend The device is connected to another computer. The device is currently connected to your computer or the Switch is not properly installed. Another computer is using the device; the device is not allowed to switch between PCs at this moment (busy status). Connecting Computers to the Switch 1. Connect the USB cable's A-type connector to an available USB port on your USB computer. Connect the USB cable's B-type connector to an available port on your Switch. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each additional USB computer you wish to connect. You are now ready to use your Belkin USB Peripheral Switch. Accessing the USB Device There are two ways to gain control of the USB device: 1. Right-click on the USB status icon on your taskbar and select "Switch". You are now able to use the connected USB device. 10 11 FAQs Q: Does the Switch support USB 2. 0 devices?A: Yes, your USB 2. 0 device will work with the Switch but will only transfer data up to 12Mbps. For automatic print sharing use the Belkin Matrix USB Switch (Part F1U400). A: The Switch will support Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS X. x. Q: What is the maximum distance from the Switch that a computer can be connected?A: Your computer can be connected as far as 15 feet away from the Switch. Q: What is the maximum distance from the Switch that a USB device can be connected?A: The Switch can support USB devices from distances of up to 15 feet. (See your USB device manual for more information. ) Q: What are the specifications for the power supply?12 TROUBLESHOOTING The Switch software does not detect my computer. [. . . ] BELKIN SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No Belkin dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. BELKIN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, DOWNTIME, GOODWILL, DAMAGE TO OR REPROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH BELKIN PRODUCTS. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or exclusions of implied warranties, so the above limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. [. . . ]