USB 2.0 to 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet
Network Adapter Dongle
USB2100
*actual product may vary from photos
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Manual Revision: 03/20/2014
FCC Compliance Statement
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 o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................2
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 2
LED Indicators .........................................................................................2
Installation .............................................................................................2
Windows ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
Mac OS .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Verifying Installation .............................................................................3
Windows ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
Mac OS .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Specications ..........................................................................................5
Technical Support ..................................................................................6
Warranty Information ............................................................................6
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Introduction
Packaging Contents
• 1 x USB 2.0 Fast Ethernet Adapter
• 1 x Driver CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• Available USB port
• Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), Windows Server®
2012, 2008 R2, 2003(32/64), Mac OS® 10.x (Tested up to 10.9), Google Chrome OS™,
Linux 2.6.x / 3.x (Tested up to 3.5)
LED Indicators
Power (Green) Solid: Connection to a 100Mbps network detected
O: Connection to a 10Mbps network, or not connected
Link (Yellow) Flashing: LAN activity
Installation
Windows
Note: Do not connect the adapter to your system before installing the driver.
1. Upon starting Windows, if the Found New Hardware wizard appears on the screen,
cancel/close the window and insert the included Driver CD into your CD/DVD drive.
2. Run the Setup.exe application from the Autoplay menu. If Autoplay is disabled on
your system, browse to your CD/DVD drive and run the application.
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3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note: You may be prompted to restart once the install completes.
4. Connect the adapter to an available USB port on your system.
Mac OS
Note: Do not connect the adapter to your system before installing the driver.
1. Insert the provided CD into your DVD/CD-ROM drive.
2. Browse to the “Mac\AX88179_178A_Macintosh_10.6_to_10.8_Driver_v1.4.0_
Binary_20130423\” folder on the disc.
3. Mount the AX88772C.dmg le, and then run the AX88772C.pkg application to
start the install.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note: You may be prompted to restart once the install completes.
5. Connect the adapter to an available USB port on your system.
Verifying Installation
Windows
1. Open the Device Manager by right-clicking on Computer, and then select Manage.
In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager from the left
window panel (For Windows 8, open the Control Panel and select
Device Manager
).
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2. Expand the “Network adapters” section. On a successful install, you should see the
following device installed with no exclamation points or question marks.
Mac OS
1. Open the System Proler by clicking the Apple symbol in the top left corner,
selecting About this Mac, then select System Report.
2. Expand the “USB” section. With the adapter connected, you should see the following
device in the list.
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Specications
Host Interface USB 2.0
Chipset ASIX - AX88772C
Connectors
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Supported Standards IEEE802.3i, IEEE 802.3u
Supported Network Link Speeds 10/ 100 Mbps
Ethernet Full Duplex Support Yes
Auto MDIX Yes
Power USB-Powered
Enclosure Material Plastic
Operating Temperature 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 114°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
Humidity 10~90% RH
Cable Length 150 mm
Dimensions 66 x 22 x 17 mm
Weight 49 g
Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64),
Compatible Operating Systems
1 x RJ-45 Female
1 x USB 2.0 type A Male
USB 2.0: 480 Mbps
LAN: 200 Mbps (Full-Duplex)
Vista(32/64), XP(32/64)
Windows Server® 2012, 2008 R2,
2003(32/64)
Mac OS® 10.x (Tested up to 10.9)
Google Chrome OS™
Linux 2.6.x / 3.x (Tested up to 3.5)
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year 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.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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