StarTech.com USBthere USB201EXT, USBthere USB204EXT User Manual

USBTHERE

User Guide

USB201EXT

USB204EXT

USB204EXT shown

Featuring ExtremeUSB® Technology

USBthere USB201EXT/USB204EXT

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning

The USBthere has been tested and found compliant with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when installed and operated in a commercial environment. The USBthere
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with this user guide, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Operation of the USBthere in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

CE Statement

We, StarTech.com, declare under our sole responsibility that the USBthere,
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard
EN 55022/A1 Class A, and EN 50082-1 (IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4)

IC Statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

User Guide

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Contents

Introduction................................................................................................ 1

USBthere Product Contents ....................................................................... 1

About the USBthere................................................................................... 2

Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 6

Installing the Local Unit ............................................................................ 6

Installing the Remote Unit ......................................................................... 6

Connecting the Local Unit to the Remote Unit.......................................... 7

Checking the Installation............................................................................ 7

Connecting a USB Device ......................................................................... 8

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 9

Specifications........................................................................................... 12

Technical Support .................................................................................... 13

Warranty Information .............................................................................. 13

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Notes

User Guide

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Introduction

This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the USBthere
models USB201EXT and USB204EXT. The instructions in this guide
assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity
with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices.

NOTE: Notes give additional information that could make installation

easier.

USBthere Product Contents

When you open your USBthere for the first time you should find the
following items:

• USBthere User Guide

• Local Unit

• Remote Unit

• AC power adapter (optional)

• USB cable (2m long)

To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that
are not included with the product:

• USB compatible computer

• USB device

• Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with two RJ45

connectors (if using surface cabling),
OR,
Category 5 UTP cabling with two information outlets and two
Category 5 UTP patch cords with RJ45 connectors (if using
premise cabling)

NOTE: The maximum length of the Category 5 UTP cable, including patch

cords, must not exceed 100m.

USBthere USB201EXT/USB204EXT

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About the USBthere

The USBthere incorporates ExtremeUSB® technology. This technology
breaks the five-meter distance barrier for the connection of USB peripheral
devices and allows users to enjoy the benefits of USB technology beyond the
desktop. With the USBthere, USB devices can be located up to 100 meters
from the host computer. In addition, the USBthere USB201EXT and
USB204EXT can supply power to remote low-power or high-power USB
devices.

The USBthere is composed of two individual units, the Local Unit and the
Remote Unit.

The Local Unit

The Local Unit connects to the host computer using a conventional
USB cable. Depending on your needs, it also connects to a power
outlet through an AC power adapter.

Front View

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Host LED

2

Host Port (USB Type B)

3 Link LED

4

Link Port (RJ45)

5

Power LED

6 Power connector

NOTE: The power adapter for the USBthere USB201EXT can be

connected to either the Local Unit or to the Remote Unit, as
convenient. With the USBthere USB204EXT, the location of the
power adapter also depends on whether you are connecting high­power or low-power USB devices. (See Power Handling on page

4).