Digi Hubport-4+, Hubport-PCI+ LP, Hubport-4c+, Edgeport-42+, Hubport-PCI+ User Manual
USB Plus Series
USB PLUS POWER
SOLUTIONS
Installation
Guide
Models
Edgeport/42+
Hubport/4+
Hubport/4c+
Hubport/PCI+
Hubport/PCI+ LP
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Table of Contents
USB Plus Series................................................................... 1
Edgeport/42+........................................................................ 1
Hubport/4+ and Hubport/4c+ ................................................ 2
Hubport/PCI+ and Hubport/PCI+ LP..................................... 3
Driver Installation.................................................................. 4
USB Plus Series Interface .................................................... 6
The Edgeport Utility Program ............................................... 7
Understanding Hubs........................................................... 13
Regulatory & Other Information.......................................... 14
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The USB Plus Series of products are fully compliant with standard USB ports. The PlusPower ports allow for the
attachment of USB devices that draw more than 500 mA, which is the maximum power provided by standard USB
ports. This additional power enables USB PlusPower peripherals to function properly without requiring their own
individual power supplies. These ports also have a cable locking mechanism to ensure a secure connection to
downstream PlusPower peripherals.
Edgeport®/42+
The Edgeport/42+ offers four PlusPower USB ports and two RS-232 serial DB-9 ports, allowing for the connection
of PlusPower USB, standard USB, and legacy serial devices in a single box. USB Port 1 supplies 24 VDC, and Ports
2 through 4 supply 12 VDC (in addition to the standard 5 VDC available in all of the PlusPower ports as shown in
figure 1 below).
Standard 5 VDC
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e A USB Port
Note that Windows NT 4.0 users must install the drivers before connecting their Edgeport/42+. The Edgeport/42+
operates as a self-powered hub, requiring a power supply to function. For more information about hubs, see the
“Understanding Hubs” section on page 13.
24 VDC key 12 VDC key
Figure 1: USB PlusPower Port Diagrams
Cabling the Edgeport/42+
USB PlusPower
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e A Connector
1) Connect one end of the power supply* into the back of the Edgeport/42+ and the other end into an AC outlet.
2a) To connect your Edgeport/42+ to a PC
ports and the Type B end into the back of the Edgeport/42+.
2b) To connect a standard USB device to the Edgeport/42+
section of one of the Edgeport/42+ USB PlusPower slots and the Type B end of the USB cable into the peripheral.
2c) To connect a PlusPower USB device to your Edgeport/42+
into one of the Edgeport/42+ USB PlusPower slots (ensuring that the voltage key on the cable matches the voltage
key of the port) and the other end into the peripheral.
*Power for the Edgeport/42+ may be supplied by a UL Listed “Class 2” power supply or Information Technology
Equipment power supply, rated 24 V dc, and not exceeding 4.0 A.
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Standard USB
Type A Connector
Figure 2: USB Connectors
, plug the type A end of a standard USB cable into one of the PC’s USB
, plug the Type A end of the USB cable into the lower
, plug the type A end of the USB PlusPower cable
Standard USB
Type B Connector
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Hubport®/4+ and Hubport/4c+
Hubport/4+ and Hubport/4c+ (compact) are externally powered hubs that connect to a standard USB upstream port.
They both offer four downstream USB PlusPower ports that are compatible with both standard USB and PlusPower
USB devices. Port 1 supplies 24 VDC, and Ports 2 through 4 supply 12 VDC (in addition to the standard 5 VDC
available all of the PlusPower ports as shown in figure 1 on page 1). All of the ports are keyed for their specific
power rating and have cable locking mechanisms to ensure a secure connection to PlusPower peripheral devices. See
Figure 1 on page 1 for a diagram of the different keys.
Cabling the Hubport/4+ and Hubport/4c+
Note that Windows NT 4.0 users must install the drivers before connecting these Hubports. For a diagram of USB
cable end types, see Figure 2 on page 1.
1) Connect one end of the power supply* into the back of your Hubport and the other end into an AC outlet.
2a) To connect your Hubport to a PC
ports and Type B end into the back of the Hubport.
2b) To connect a standard USB device to your Hubport
section of one of the Hubport USB PlusPower slots and the Type B end of the USB cable into the peripheral.
2c) To connect a PlusPower USB device to your Hubport
one of the Hubport USB PlusPower slots (ensuring that the voltage key on the cable matches the voltage key of
the port) and the other end into the peripheral.
*Power for the Hubport/4+ and Hubport/4c+ may be supplied by a UL Listed “Class 2” power supply or
Information Technology Equipment power supply, rated 24 VDC, and not exceeding 4.0 A.
, plug the Type A end of a standard USB cable into one of the PC’s USB
, plug the Type A end of the USB cable into the lower
, plug the Type A end of the USB PlusPower cable into
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Hubport/PCI+ and Hubport/PCI+ LP (Low Profile)
Hubport/PCI+ is a USB 2.0 full size expansion card with powered USB technology. The Hubport/PCI+ card is
available in two versions. The externally powered card utilizes a 24 volt external power supply. The internally
powered card utilizes power balancing technology to provide maximum power to 12 volt and 24-volt peripherals
without exhausting the PC’s 5 or 12 volt power. Port 1 supplies 24 VDC, and Ports 2 through 4 supply 12 VDC (in
addition to the standard 5 VDC available in all of the PlusPower ports as shown in figure 1 on page 1).
The Hubport/PCI+ LP product refers to two USB 2.0 low profile expansion cards with powered USB technology:
the active card, which has 3 ports, and the passive card, which has 1 port. The active card is managed and the
passive card can be either managed or not managed, depending on how it is installed (as described in step 6 below).
“USB Plus Series Interface” on page 6 and “Edgeport Utility Program” on page 7 describe in detail management of
the Hubport/PCI+.
All of the USB ports have cable locking mechanisms to ensure a secure connection to PlusPower peripheral devices.
These ports are also keyed to ensure that they can be connected only to a USB plug designed for their specific power
rating. See Figure 1 on page 1 for a diagram of the different keys.
Installing the Hubport/PCI+
1) Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object (such as the exposed
metal parts on the back of your computer) before handling your Hubport/PCI+ card.
2) Turn off power to the computer and disconnect the power cord.
3) Open the computer cabinet. See your computer documentation for specific instructions, if needed.
4) Locate an unused PCI expansion slot and remove the expansion slot cover. Save the slot cover screw for use
in Step 5.
5) Insert the USB PlusPower adapter in the PCI expansion slot. Press the adapter firmly into the slot until it
clicks into place. Replace the slot cover screw. When installed properly, the adapter should be level with the
expansion slot.
6) Attach an available hard drive power cable into the connector on the back of the Hubport/PCI+ card or
Hubport/PCI+ LP active card (if using separately or together) or the Hubport/PCI+ LP passive card (only if
using separately). If none are available, you may need to purchase a standard Y-connector.
7) For the Hubport/PCI+ LP passive card only
controller: either to the Hubport/PCI+ LP active card (managed) OR via USB to the PC (unmanaged).
a) Managed: Plug the ribbon cable on the active card
into the receptacle on the passive card, making sure that
the notches match. (See picture at right.)
b) Unmanaged: Plug one end of a USB cable in to the
card and the other end into the PC.
8) For externally powered cards only
power supply into the card and tighten the locking
screw.
9) Close the computer cabinet and reattach the power cord.
10) After restarting your computer you may continue with driver installation.
, plug the 24 volt
: This board has no controller and must be connected to another
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Driver Installation
For Windows XP and 2003 Server Users
Note: If your computer is connected to the internet, the latest Microsoft certified drivers will be automatically
downloaded from the Microsoft driver update server.
1) You must be logged into an account with administrator privileges.
2) Insert the “Edgeport Driver” CD version 3.60 or above into your CD-ROM drive.
3) When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears click Next, and the drivers will be automatically installed
from the CD
For Windows 2000
1) You must be logged into an account with administrator privileges
2) Insert the “Edgeport Driver” CD version 3.60 or above into your CD-ROM drive.
3) When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, select Install from a list or specific location
(Advanced) and click Next.
4) Select Search for a suitable driver for my device and click Next.
5) Select Specify a location and click Next.
6) Type in <CD drive letter>:\Win2k and click OK.
7) Confirm that Windows is pointing to <CD drive letter>:\Win2k. Then click Next.
Note: Drivers installed from the CD have received “Designed for Windows 2000” certification. Drivers
downloaded from our web site may be pending certification. If so, Windows 2000 will display a warning: Digital
Signature Not Found. Click Yes to continue with driver installation. If you click No you will need to contact Digi
International Technical Support before installing your USB Plus Series product.
8) Windows will then finish installing the driver files.
9) Click Finish to complete the driver installation.
Installation is complete when no more dialogs appear. Your new COM port(s), numbered sequentially following the
existing ports in your system, is/are ready.
For Windows 98, and Me Users
1) Insert the "Edgeport Driver" CD version 3.60 or above into your CD-ROM drive.
2) After connecting the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Click Next.
3) Select Search for the best driver for your device and click Next.
4) Select Specify a location and type in <CD drive letter>:\Win98. Then click Next.
5) Confirm that Windows is pointing to <CD drive letter>:\Win98. Click Next. Windows will then copy
over the driver files.
6) Click Finish to complete the driver installation.
Installation is complete when no more dialogs appear. Your new COM port(s), numbered sequentially following the
existing ports in your system, is/are ready.
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