User manual LINKSYS USB2HUB4

[. . . ] Linksys reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity. FCC STATEMENT This ProConnect® USB 4-Port Hub USB 2. 0 has been tested and complies with the specifications 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 according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. [. . . ] You can swap one device for another without having to power down your system or install any special software--it really is that easy. USB 2. 0 The USB 1. 1 standard supports two speed modes, 1. 5 and up to 12Mbps. The newest USB standard, USB 2. 0, supports three speed modes: 1. 5, 12, and up to 480Mbps. The new USB 2. 0 devices are fully backward compatible with earlier USB devices. USB 2. 0 offers you increased functionality and additional bandwidth, allowing you to add more peripherals to your computers. USB Icon The USB icon marks a USB port on a PC or device. Figure 1-1 · · · · · One ProConnect USB 4-Port Hub USB 2. 0 One USB Cable One Power Adapter One User Guide One Registration Card (not shown) System Requirements USB-Ready PC with the following: · One Free USB Port · Microsoft Windows 98, 2000, Millennium, or XP Figure 2-1 2 3 ProConnect® Series USB Cabling The USB 4-Port Hub comes with one USB cable. One end of the USB cable has a rectangular connector called a Type A connector. The USB cable's Type B end connects to the USB device (in this case, the USB 4-Port Hub). The Type A end connects to a computer's USB port. USB 4-Port Hub USB 2. 0 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the USB 4-Port Hub The USB 4-Port Hub's Ports The Hub's USB and power ports are located on the back panel. USB Type A Figure 2-2 USB Type B USB Ports 1-4 Figure 3-1 Figure 2-3 shows two USB ports as they might appear on your computer. Note the two USB icons marking the ports. USB ports 1-4 are Type A connectors. Plug the power adapter into this power port. USB Figure 2-3 Power Port 4 5 ProConnect® Series The USB 4-Port Hub's LEDs USB 4-Port Hub USB 2. 0 Chapter 4: Installing the USB 4-Port Hub 1. Plug the power adapter into the power port of the USB 4-Port Hub. Figure 3-2 Power Amber. The Power LED lights up when the Hub is powered on and connected to the PC. When a peripheral is connected to a specific port and there is activity, the associated LED will light up. 1-4 Figure 4-1 3. For connection to the PC, plug the Type B connector of the included USB cable into the Hub's USB Type B port. Figure 4-2 6 7 ProConnect® Series 4. The computer's operating system will install the appropriate driver automatically. You may be asked to supply your original Windows CD installation files, which include all necessary drivers and files. Using additional USB cables, plug your USB peripherals into the Hub. USB 4-Port Hub USB 2. 0 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions This chapter provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the USB 4-Port Hub. [. . . ] USB (Universal Serial Bus) - A "plug-and-play" interface between a computer and peripherals, such as digital cameras, scanners, game controllers, speakers, keyboards, portable data storage, or printers. With USB, you can add a new peripheral to your computer without having to add an adapter card or powering down the computer. USB also supports hot-swapping, the addition or removal of devices while the computer is running. USB 1. 1-compliant devices support data rates of 1. 5Mbps (low-speed) and up to 12Mbps (full-speed). [. . . ]