USB 2.0 to Gigabit Ethernet NIC Network
Adapter
USB21000S
*actual product may vary from photos
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Manual Revision: 12/23/2011
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 ............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Driver Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation ..............................................................................................................................2
Verifying Installation ................................................................................................................................ 3
Specications ..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information ............................................................................5
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Introduction
The StarTech.com Gigabit USB 2.0 Ethernet Adapter add a single RJ45 Ethernet
networking port to a USB enabled computer system with link speeds up to 1000 Mbps.
Backwards compatible with USB 1.x computer systems and 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
networks, this compact and portable adapter is ideal as a desktop replacement
network adapter or laptop accessory. Backed by a StarTech.com 1 year warranty and
free lifetime technical support.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x USB21000S adapter
• 1 x Installation mini-CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• USB enabled computer system with available port
• Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit), or
Windows CE 6.0, or Apple® Mac OS® 10.4/10.5/10.6,
or Linux® kernel 2.6.14 and up
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Installation
Driver Installation
Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7
Once the computer has started and the operating system is fully loaded, insert the
provided Driver CD into the computer’s CD/DVD drive.
If AutoPlay opens, choose to browse the CD, otherwise go into “My Computer” and
access the CD/DVD drive that the CD is in.
Navigate to the “Windows” folder and then the folder for the version of Windows
you have and run the “setup.exe” le located in that folder. Follow the onscreen
instructions to complete the driver installation.
Hardware Installation
1. After the drivers have been successfully installed, connect the adapter to an available
USB port on the computer system.
2. The adapter will be automatically recognized and the drivers installed.
3. Once the operating system has completed installing the drivers, a new networking
device should now be available for use.
4. Connect an RJ45 terminated Ethernet cable to the adapter and the green “LINK” LED
should light up to indicate a connection to the network is detected.
5. Make any congurations changes necessary for your network, though the normal
methods oered by your operating system.
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Verifying Installation
Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7
From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7), then
select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager
from the left window panel.
In the Device Manager, under the Network Adapters category, you should see a new
USB networking device listed.
*actual name may vary
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Specications
Bus Interface USB 2.0
Chipset ID ASIX AX88178
Connectors
LEDs
Supported Standards IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab
Auto MDI-X Support Yes
Full Duplex Support Yes
Supported Link Speeds Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbps
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C (32°F ~ 158°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 75°C (-4°F ~ 167°F)
Humidity 10 ~ 90% RH
Dimensions 266.7mm x 33.0mm x 21.0mm
Weight 40.45g
Compatible Operating
Systems
1 x RJ45 Ethernet female
1 x USB type A male
1 x Link
1 x Activity
Windows 2000/XP/Server
2003/Vista/Server 2008
R2/7 (32/64-bit), Mac OS
10.4/10.5/10.6,
Linux kernel 2.6.14 and up
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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 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.
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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