Linksys USB200M User Manual
Instant EtherFast®Series
Compact USB 2.0
10/100 Network
Adapter
Use this guide to install:
USB200M
User Guide
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Linksys guarantees that every Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter will be free
from physical defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, when used within the limits set forth in the Specifications section of this User
Guide. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call Linksys Technical
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FCC STATEMENT
This Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s
• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
UG-USB200M-092602NC JL
EC Declaration of Conformity (Europe)
In compliance with the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Low Voltage Dir ective 73/23/EEC, and
Amendment Directive 93/68/EEC, this product meets the requirements of the following
standards:
• EN55022 Emission
• EN55024 Immunity
Industry Canada (Canada)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe (B) est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
The Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter 1
Features 1
Package Contents 2
Minimum Requirements 2
Chapter 2: About USB 3
Overview 3
USB 2.0 3
USB Icon 3
USB Cabling 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact
USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter 5
The Adapter’s Ports and LEDs 5
Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact
USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter 6
Chapter 5: Windows 98 Installation and Setup 7
Overview 7
Windows 98 Driver Installation 7
Windows 98 Network Configuration 10
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Chapter 6: Windows Millennium Installation
and Setup 15
Overview 15
Windows Millennium Driver Installation 15
Windows Millennium Network Configuration 18
Chapter 7: Windows 2000 Installation 23
Overview 23
Windows 2000 Driver Installation 23
Chapter 8: Windows XP Installation 26
Overview 26
Windows XP Driver Installation 26
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 29
Appendix B: Client for Microsoft Setup for
Windows 98 35
Appendix C: Starting Over in Windows 98 36
Appendix D: Manually Installing Network
Components in Windows 98 38
Client for Microsoft Networks 38
Client for NetWare Networks 39
IPX/SPX-compatible Protocol 39
NetBEUI 40
TCP/IP 40
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Appendix E: Linux, Open Source, and Beta
Operating Systems 41
Appendix F: Glossary 42
Appendix G: Specifications 48
Environmental 48
Appendix H: Warranty Information 49
Appendix I: Contact Information 50
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Now you can connect to any 10/100 Ethernet network without having to open
your PC. And with the power of USB 2.0, you’ll connect at the full speed your
network supports. The Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter from
Linksys works with any USB 1.1 or 2.0 equipped desktop or notebook PC, running any version of Windows that supports USB.
This tiny, Plug-and-Play compatible device attaches directly to a USB port on
your PC or hub via a standard USB Type A connector. Simply connect a
Category 5 Ethernet network cable into the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network
Adapter’s RJ-45 por t, install the included device driver, and you’re networked.
The Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter is bus-powered, drawing
power from the host PC, so it requires no external power cord. It features easyto-read LEDs, a compact design, a 1-year limited warranty, and free worldclass technical support.
• Connects at a Full 100Mbps via USB 2.0, up to 8 Times Faster than a USB
1.1 Adapter
• Compact Size for Greater Flexibility
• Also Compatible with USB 1.1 Desktop and Notebook Computers
• Plug-and-Play Compatible with Windows 98, 2000, Millennium, and XP
• One Male, Type A, USB Connector
• One RJ-45, 10/100 Port for Network Connectivity
• Powered by Host PC so No External Power Supply is Needed
• Compact Design—Perfect for Use with Notebook PCs
• RJ-45 Network Port Connects to Any 10/100Mbps Hub or Switch
• Backward Compatible with USB 1.0/1.1 USB Ports
• Plug-and-Play Compatible with Windows 98, Millennium, 2000, and XP for
Easy Installation
Features
The Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
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• One Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
• One Driver Installation CD with User Guide included
• One USB Coupler
• One Quick Installation guide
• One Registration Card
One PC with the following:
• 200MHz or Faster Processor
• 64MB RAM Recommended
• Available USB Port (USB 2.0 for maximum throughput)
• CD-ROM Drive
• Windows 98, Millennium, 2000, or XP
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Minimum Requirements
Figure 1-1
Chapter 2:About USB
USB, which is short for Universal Serial Bus, is a technology designed to
make connecting devices to computers easier. First developed in 1996 by a
group of computer industry leaders that included Compaq, Digital, IBM, Intel,
Microsoft, NEC, and Northern Telecom, USB is one of the most widely used
technologies for users who want to add peripherals to their computers.
USB is unique because it is Plug-and-Play, which allows a computer to instantly recognize when a device like a keyboard, mouse, or scanner has been connected to it. Once the device has been recognized, it’s ready to go—no special
setup is required. Similarly, USB supports hot-swapping, the insertion or
removal of devices while the computer is turned on.
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.
The USB icon marks a USB port on a PC or device.
Figure 2-1
Overview
USB Icon
USB 2.0
There are two kinds of USB connectors, Type A and Type B. Type A is a rectangular connector, and Type B is a square connector.
The USB extension cable that comes with the Adapter has Type A connectors
on both ends. One is a male Type A connector that plugs into the PC’s USB
port, and the other is a female Type A connector that plugs into the Adapter.
Figure 2-4 shows two USB ports as they might appear on your
computer. Note the two USB icons marking the ports.
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact USB2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
The Ports
USB Port The USB port is a Type A connector. Connect the USB e xtension
cable from your PC or hub to this port.
RJ-45 Port The RJ-45 port connects the Adapter to a Category 5 Ethernet
network cable.
The LED Indicators
100/ACT Green. The LED lights up when there is a connection to a
100Mbps network. It flashes when the computer is transmitting
or receiving data at 100Mbps.
F/H Green. The LED lights up when the Adapter is operating in full-
duplex mode. The LED is off when the Adapter is operating in
half-duplex mode.
10/ACT Green. The LED lights up when there is a connection to a
10Mbps network. It flashes when the computer is transmitting or
receiving data at 10Mbps.
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The Adapter’s Ports and LEDs
Figure 3-1
USB Type A
USB Type B
Figure 2-2
USB Cabling
Figure 2-4
Figure 2-3
Male USB Type A
Female USB Type A
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Chapter 5: Windows 98 Installation and Setup
After physically connecting the Adapter to your computer’s USB port or hub,
follow these instructions to install the hardware device driver. The installation
procedure for the hardware device dri ver may vary slightly depending on which
version of Windows 98 you are using, and on your current system configuration. If at any time during the installation you encounter problems, consult
“ Appendix A: T roub leshooting.”
1. If you haven’t already, start your computer.
2. Windows 98 will automatically detect the Adapter connected to your PC.
When the first Add New Hardware Wizard screen appears, insert the Driver
CD into your CD-ROM drive, and click the Next button.
3. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended), and
click the Next button.
Windows 98 Driver Installation
Note: Throughout this guide, it is assumed that “D” is the letter of
your CD-ROM drive.
Overview
Figure 5-1
Chapter 4:Connecting the Compact USB 2.010/100 Network Adapter
1. With your PC turned off, insert the Adapter’s USB end (or the end of the
USB extension cable connected to the Adapter) into your PC’s USB port or
USB hub.
2. Insert one end of an Ethernet network cable into the Adapter’s RJ-45 port.
3. Insert the other end of the Ethernet network cable into an Ethernet networking device.
The hardware installation is complete.
To install the Adapter’s driver,proceed to the chapter for the Windows
operating system your PC is running.
Figure 4-1
Note: For maximum speed, connect the Adapter to a USB 2.0 port on
your PC. If you are using a hub, make sure it is a USB 2.0 hub.
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
6. Windows will begin copying the driver files to your computer. If Windows
asks you for the original Windows CD-ROM, insert the CD-ROM, and
direct Windows to the proper location for the CD-ROM (e.g., D:\). If you
have the Windows 98 setup files already installed in a directory, click OK,
and enter C:\windows\options\cabs(if “C” is the letter of your hard drive)
in the windows that appears. When Windows has completed copying the
files, click the Finish button.
7. When asked if you want to restart your computer, remove the Driver CD
from the CD-ROM driv e, and click the Yes button. If Windows does not ask
you to restart your PC, click Start. Choose Shut Down, and select Restart.
Then click the OK button.
Congratulations! The installation of the Compact USB 2.0 10/100
Network Adapter is complete .
To enable file and printer sharing, go to the next section,
“Windows 98 Network Configuration.”
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Figure 5-4
4. Select Specify a location: to find the correct driver, and enter D:\win98 in
the field provided. Click the Next button to continue.
5. When Windows notifies you that it is ready to install the driver files, click
the Next button to continue.
Note: Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation
process. Doing so will prevent your driver from being properly
installed on your PC.
Figure 5-2
Figure 5-3
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
4. If you’d like others to be able to access the files on your PC’s hard drive,
select I want to be able to give others access to my f iles.
If you’d like to share your printer with other users on the network, select I
want to be able to allow others to print to my printer(s).
5. Click the OK button.
File and printer sharing for Microsoft
Networks should now
appear in the list of
installed components.
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If you are installing the Adapter in a Windows 98 PC that is used in an NT
domain, go to “Appendix B: Client for Microsoft Setup for Windows 98.”
1. From the Windows 98 desktop, right-click the Network Neighborhood
icon. Then click Properties.
2. The Network screen will appear. Click the Conf iguration tab. A screen
similar to Figure 5-5 will appear.
3. Click the File and Print Sharing button. The File and Print Sharing
screen will appear.
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Figure 5-6
Figure 5-7
Note: If you do not enable file and print sharing, your PC will be
invisible on the network and inaccessible to other users.
Windows 98 Network Configuration
Figure 5-5
Note: Linksys does not provide technical support or troubleshooting
for network configuration.
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