USB 2.0 Hub ExpressCard
EC400USB
Instruction Manual
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4 Port USB 2.0 Hub ExpressCard
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 in accordance with 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 can be determined 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 and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safely removing the ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Accessory Products from StarTech.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 4 port USB 2.0 Hub ExpressCard. This
product allows you to add four USB 2.0 compliant ports to a host computer, using an
available ExpressCard slot, and is backward compatible with the USB 1.1 specification,
for use with older USB peripherals.
Easily installed, this device offers combined USB data transfer rates of up to 480Mbps,
ensuring a strong connection with MP3 players, digital cameras, external CD/DVD-ROM
drives and much more.
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Combined data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps
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System requirements:
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A computer with an available ExpressCard slot (Please see Accessory Products
from StarTech.com if you wish to use this ExpressCard with a desktop computer).
Package contents:
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1 x USB Hub ExpressCard
This package should contain:
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Backward compatible with USB version 1.1
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Easy plug-and-play installation
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ExpressCard (34mm) Standard compliant
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Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Mac OS X and up
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1. Insert the ExpressCard into an available ExpressCard / 54 or 34mm slot. Since this
card is hot-pluggable, this can be performed while the computer is on or off. Once
the card has been inserted, ensure the computer is powered, to proceed with
installation.
2. Windows will detect that the card has been inserted, and will automatically install the
necessary software. Various message balloons will appear in the taskbar, indicating
the status of the installation:
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Please note that in Windows XP and 2000, when the ExpressCard is connected to the
host computer, an icon (depicted below) will appear in the taskbar (normally the bottom
right-hand corner of the screen, near the clock). To ensure safe removal of the
ExpressCard, please click on this icon, select Stop, click OK and then Close, after which
you can safely remove the ExpressCard from the host computer.
Caution: It is advisable to remove all possible static discharge potential from
any objects that the ExpressCard may come in contact with before
installation. This can be accomplished by touching a grounded metal object,
prior to insertion.
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Contact your local StarTech.com dealer or visit www.startech.com for cables or other
accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product.
USB2HAB6
6 ft High Speed Certified USB 2.0 Cable
USB2HAB10
10 ft High Speed Certified USB 2.0 Cable
USB2HAB15
15 ft High Speed Certified USB 2.0 Cable
USB2HAB6T
6 ft. Transparent USB 2.0 Cable A-B M/M
PEX2EC
PCI-Express to ExpressCard Adapter
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www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
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This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
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incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Certifications FCC, CE, ROHS
Bus Type ExpressCard
Connectors Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Chipset GL850A
OS Support Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/ Mac OS X and up
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14 June 2007 (Rev. A)
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