Startech USB221SS User Manual

2 Port 2-to-1 USB 3.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch – USB Powered

StarTech ID: USB221SS

The USB221SS 2-to-1 USB 3.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch lets you share a single USB 3.0 peripheral with 2
different computer systems, avoiding the cost of purchasing duplicate peripherals or the hassle of swapping
cables from one system to another.

The USB sharing switch delivers speed and flexibility, with simple push-button controls for switching between
computers, and support for SuperSpeed USB bandwidth (up to 5 Gbps) ensuring fast data transfers to/from your
shared peripheral device. The switch is also backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 (480Mbps, 12Mbps
respectively), so you don't have to worry about your computer or older peripherals not performing.

The 2-port USB switch can also be connected to a USB hub, to expand the number of devices you can share
between the two connected systems, or to a USB drive enclosure or docking station, for a shared external
storage solution.

The switch features a compact design that takes up minimal desk space and is USB-powered, so it doesn't
require an AC wall outlet.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Applications

Share a USB printer or All-in-One between 2 local computers
Switch a USB 3.0 peripheral between 2 computers on a work bench
Connect an external hard drive between the two systems for merging data to a single shared drive

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Features

USB 3.0 data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps
Connect a USB hub to share additional peripherals
Push-button controls for switching between computers
USB-Powered, no additional power adapter or wall outlet required
Includes 2 USB A-B cables for PC to switch connection
Compact design
Plug-and-Play, no software or drivers required

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