Black Box IC408A User Manual

4-Port USB 2.0 Extender over LAN

Easily extend USB 2.0 signals over an IP network or directly over a CATx link.

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Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018

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Trademarks Used in this Manual/FCC and IC RFI Statement

Trademarks Used in this Manual

Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc.

Mac and OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners.

Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement

Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros

aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como

se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados

sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Table of Contents

1. Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5

2. Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................6

2.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................6

2.2 Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6

2.3 What‘s Included ...........................................................................................................................................................6

2.4 Hardware Description ...................................................................................................................................................7

2.4.1 Local Extender ...................................................................................................................................................7

2.4.2 Remote Extender ............................................................................................................................................... 8

3. Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................9

3.1 Installing the IC408A on a Local Area Network ...........................................................................................................9

3.1.1 Req ui re me nt s .....................................................................................................................................................9

3.1.2 Preparing Your Network .................................................................................................................................... 9

3.1.3 Preparing Your Site .......................................................................................................................................... 10

3.1.4 Installing the Local Extender ............................................................................................................................10

3.1.5 Installing the Remote Extender ........................................................................................................................ 10

3.2 Installing the IC408A as Direct Connect ..................................................................................................................... 10

3.2.1 Requirements ................................................................................................................................................... 10

3.2.2 Preparing Your Site .......................................................................................................................................... 11

3.2.3 Installing the Local Extender ............................................................................................................................ 11

3.2.4 Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender ................................................................................. 11

3.2.5 Installing the Remote Extender ........................................................................................................................ 11

3.3 Checking the Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 12

3.4 Connecting a USB Device ........................................................................................................................................... 13

3.5 Pairing the Local and Remote Extender ...................................................................................................................... 13

3.6 Unpairing an Extender ................................................................................................................................................ 13

3.7 Compatibility .............................................................................................................................................................. 13

4. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................. 14

4.1 Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................................................................................14

4.2 Contacting Black Box ................................................................................................................................................. 16

4.3 Shipping and Packaging .............................................................................................................................................16

5. Technical Glossary .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

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1. Specifications

Technical Specifications

Approvals EMC: FCC Class B, CE Class B;

Environmental: RoHS2 (CE); Standards: 100BASE-T, 1000BASE-T; Data traffic: Layer 2

Current Remote unit: 600 mA available at each USB port concurrently

Device Supports USB devices with:

Throughput (Maximum): Up to 480* Mbps; Traffic Types: Interrupt and Bulk**; Human Interface Devices (HIDs): mouse and keyboard, hubs, storage devices

*NOTE: Maximum speed depends on network configuration, bandwidth, and performance. **NOTE: Isochronous devices such as Web cameras and audio devices are not supported.

Distance Direct Connect: Up to 330 ft. (100 m) over solid-core CAT5e or better;

Network Connect: Up to 330 ft. (100 m) between switches over solid-core CAT5e

Enclosure Black anodized aluminum

Host USB host support: xHCI controllers (Intel

Connectors Local Extender Unit: (1) USB 2.0 Type B, (1) RJ-45;

Remote Extender Unit: (4) USB 2.0 Type A, (1) RJ-45

Indicators Each unit (local or remote): (4) LEDs: Power, Link, Host, and Activity

Temperature Operating: 32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C);

Storage: +14 to +140° F (-10 to +60° C)

Humidity Operating: 20 to 80%, noncondensing;

Storage: 10 to 90%, noncondensing

Power Input: 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz;

Output: 24 VDC, 1 A

Dimensions Each unit (local or remote): 1.0"H x 3.9"W x 3.0"D (2.5 x 9.9 x 7.6 cm)

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Chapter 1: Specifications

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

Extend USB signals for up to four devices as far as 328 feet (100 m) over a non-networked CAT5e connection or over your Ethernet LAN. The 4-Port USB 2.0 Extender over LAN uses inexpensive UTP cable you may already have installed in your building or your existing LAN architecture for easy, cost-effective USB extension. It’s ideal for USB keyboard and mouse extension and sensor/data acquisition applications. Plus, it's great for connecting to whiteboards in classrooms located beyond the maximum USB bus distance. Or use the extender to bridge the gap between a computer CPU or server and USB flash drives, scanners, and printers in other rooms, as well as for connecting USB monitoring cameras or USB touchscreens used for interactive digital signage.

The extender offers reliable operation with all USB 2.0 and 1.1 peripheral devices, including USB hubs. The local unit is powered from the USB interface. The remote unit receives its power from the included AC adapter, and supplies 600 mA to each port.

2.2 Features

• Includes a local unit and remote unit with four USB 2.0 ports.

• Enables easy switching of local and remote extender pairs.

• Supports multiple 1:1 networked configurations.

• Extends USB signals up to 480 Mbps.

• Remote unit supplies 600 mA power to each port concurrently.

• Plug-and-play. No drivers to install on your computer.

• Works with Windows®, Mac® OS X®, and Linux® systems.

2.3 What’s Included

Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com.

• (1) Local Extender Unit

• (1) Remote Extender Unit

• (1) USB 2.0 cable

• (1) Remote Extender AC international power adapter

• (1) country-specific power cable

• Quick start guide

To download this user manual, go to ftp://ftp.blackbox.com/anonymous/manuals/I/IC408A_rev1-USER.pdf or visit the Black Box Web site (www.blackbox.com) and enter IC408A in the search bar.

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