Adaptec XHub4 - Hub - USB User manual

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Adaptec XHub
Quick Start Guide

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In this Booklet
Introduction 2
What’s in the Package 2
This Is Your Hub 3
Plugging in Your Hub 6
Plugging in Your Devices 7
Organizing Your Cables (Plus models only) 8
Stacking Your Hubs 9
Removing the Desk Stand (Plus models only) 12
Personalizing Your Adaptec XHub 13
What’s On the CD 14
About USB 2.0 Drivers 14
Technical Specifications 15

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your Adaptec XHub. It has been
designed to give you the ultimate in USB expandability and make
managing your USB devices easier.
Designed for the way you use a hub, the XHub unit offers easy
installation, blazing-fast USB 2.0 speed, and USB 1.1 compatibility. It has
easy-access USB ports, a removable desktop stand with build-in cable
manager (Plus models only), and an expansion-friendly design that lets
you stack multiple hubs together. You can even personalize the Plus
models with a photo or your favorite artwork.
This Quick Start Guide shows you how to set up your Adaptec XHub
unit and start using it right away.
What’s in the Package
The Adaptec XHub package includes:
■Adaptec XHub 4- or 7-port USB 2.0 hub
■USB 2.0-certified cable
■Fully-powered 2.5A (XHub4/4 Plus) or 5A (XHub7 Plus) power
adapter
■XHub Quick Start Guide
■XHub CD (See What’s On the CD on page 14 for more details.)
■Face plate (XHub4) or frame plate (Plus models only)
■Desk stand (Plus models only)

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This Is Your Hub
XHub4 Plus and XHub7 Plus Models
Plus Model
(XHub7 Plus shown here)
Frame plate
Desk stand
Cable management loop
Latch
Stacking connector
LEDs (inside top of hub)
Ports
Ports
Silicone foot
Stacking tab
Picture
Serial number
Clear photo cover

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XHub4 Model
XHub4
Note: The ports correspond to the LEDs. When you plug a device
into the hub, the matching LED lights up. (Depending on the
device, the LED may light up only when the device is in use.) The
Power port has its own LED. See Port Details on page 5 for more
information.
Face plate
Ports
Stacking connector
Latch
LEDs (inside top of hub)
Ports
Silicone foot
Stacking
tab
Serial number

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Port Details
XHub7 Plus Port Details
XHub4 / XHub4 Plus Port Details
More information about your XHub is in Technical Specifications on page 15.
USB 2.0 uplink port Power port
USB 2.0 device ports (7)
Port numbers 2 3 4 5 6 71
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USB 2.0 uplink port Power port
USB 2.0 device ports (4)
Port numbers 2 3 41

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Plugging in Your Hub
Follow the picture below to connect your XHub unit to your computer
and to a power source.
Start by plugging in the power adapter. The green Power LED at the top
of the hub should light up when the power goes on.
Note: Although the Power LED remains lit when the hub is
plugged in, the hub enters power-saver mode if there has been no
activity on the USB bus for 3 ms.
Hub Connections
Plug USB cable into
Plug USB cable into Plug power
USB port on computer.
(to power source)
Power LED
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
XHub USB Uplink port.
XHub Power port.
adapter into

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Plugging in Your Devices
Follow the picture below to connect your USB devices to your XHub
unit. You can plug devices into any of the USB ports.
USB Device Connections
USB Device Cable
into USB Port

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Organizing Your Cables (Plus models only)
You can use the cable management loop in the desk stand to help you
keep your device cables organized. (The picture shows the cable
management loop in action.) The cable loop holds up to 14 device cables
neatly in place.
Follow the pictures below to organize your cables using the cable
management loop.
Cable Management Using the Desk Stand (Plus models only)
Pull cable up through opening
.
Unplugged cables remain
secured in cable management loop.
Step 1:
Plug in device cable.
Step 2:
into the cable management loop.

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Stacking Your Hubs
If you want to add more USB 2.0 ports to your system, Adaptec XHubs
can be daisy-chained (linked in series) and stacked together. (See Making
the Most of Your Daisy-Chain on page 11 for more information.)
Hubs can be piled on a flat surface (such as your desk) or they can be
joined together using the built-in connector slots and tabs.
To join your hubs using the connector slots and tabs:
1Remove the face or frame plate, as shown in the picture below.
Removing the Face Plate/Frame Plate
Gently pull latch down to
Pull face/frame
plate down to remove.
release face/frame plate.
Step 1:
Step 3:
Step 2:
Pull bottom of
Tab
face/frame plate
out slightly.

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2Follow the pictures below to join your hubs together.
Stacking Hubs on a Desk Stand
Note: Keep gravity in mind: no more than three hubs should be
stacked on a desk stand.
Ports accessible from bottom
LEDs visible along top
Step 1: Put two hubs together.
Step 2: Slide top hub down to lock in place.

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Note: To stack your hubs without joining them (not pictured),
remove the face plates from all but the top hub, and then just pile
one hub on top of the other. Align the ports of each hub on one side
of the pile for easy access; the LEDs will then be visible on the
other side. Then follow Steps 3 and 4 below.
3Connect a power adapter to each hub. (See Plugging in Your Hub on
page 6.)
4Connect your hubs to each other using a USB 2.0 cable, following the
connection suggestions in the diagram below.
Making the Most of Your Daisy-Chain
You can connect up to five XHub4s, or up to four XHub7s. The
maximum number of hubs on a daisy-chain will vary if you use a
combination of XHub4s and XHub7s. (This is a USB limitation.)
XHub4/XHub4 Plus
XHub7 Plus
Use any USB port to connect to another XHub
For maximum performance, use USB port 1, 3, or 5,
especially when stacking more than two hubs.

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Removing the Desk Stand (Plus models only)
Follow the picture below to remove your hub from the desk stand.
Releasing the Hub from the Desk Stand
To replace the desk stand, pull the sides of the stand slightly apart and
carefully fit the hub into place. Avoid scraping the ends of the desk stand
across the face/frame plate.

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Personalizing Your Adaptec XHub
The following sections explain how to personalize your Adaptec XHub.
Adding a Photo (Plus models only)
You can place a photo or your favorite artwork behind the frame plate.
1Remove the frame plate (as shown on page 9).
The clear plastic photo cover is underneath the frame plate.
2Cut your photo (or other image) to the proper size.
The photo must be 2” by 2” to fit the frame.
Note: You can trace around the photo cover for an exact fit.
3Place your photo in the hub, and place the photo cover over it.
4Replace the frame plate by sliding it under the top tab and then
gently pushing the bottom of the frame plate into the hub until the
latch snaps closed.
More Customization Options
You can find more customization options at the Adaptec Web site. Go to
www.adaptec.com/usb.

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What’s On the CD
You can find these on your XHub CD:
■Adaptec USB 2.0 drivers (for Windows 98 SE, Me, and 2000.)
■Adaptec USBControl Utility (for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP)
■Adobe®Acrobat Reader
■Registration card
■Adaptec XHub Quick Start Guide
■ReadMe files
About USB 2.0 Drivers
USB 2.0 driver software with hub support is required for the XHub unit
to operate at USB 2.0 speeds. USB 2.0 drivers with hub support can be
found on the XHub CD included in your XHub kit.
USB 1.1 devices cannot operate at USB 2.0 speeds even when connected
to a USB 2.0 hub or host adapter. USB 2.0 devices, including the XHub
unit, connected through a USB 1.1 hub are limited to USB 1.1 speeds. A
USB 2.0 hub needs to be connected to a computer or host adapter USB
2.0 port to operate at USB 2.0 speeds. If your computer does not have a
built-in USB 2.0 port, we recommend connecting the XHub unit to an
Adaptec USB 2.0 card for the highest-quality USB 2.0 connection.

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Technical Specifications
Adaptec USB 2 Hi-Speed 4-Port Hub (XHub 4 and XHub 4 Plus)
Adaptec USB 2 Hi-Speed 7-Port Hub (XHub 7 Plus)
USB Compliant Version USB 2.0, USB Hi-Speed Certified
Number of USB Ports 4
Operating Temperature 0 °C – 40 °C
Power Source Self-powered
Power Adapter Input AC 100 V – 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power Adapter Output DC 5 V/2.5 A
USB Compliant Version USB 2.0, USB Hi-Speed Certified
Number of USB Ports 7
Operating Temperature 0 °C – 40 °C
Power Source Self-powered
Power Adapter Input AC 100 V – 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power Adapter Output DC 5 V/5 A

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Copyright
© 2001 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of
Adaptec, Inc., 691 South Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.
Trademarks
Adaptec, XHub, and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc., which may be
registered in some jurisdictions.
Microsoft, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, and Windows 2000 are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries used under license.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. used under license.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Changes
The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice.
While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its
accuracy, Adaptec, Inc. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this
document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
Adaptec reserves the right to make changes in the product design without reservation and
without notification to its users.
Disclaimer
IF THIS PRODUCT DIRECTS YOU TO COPY MATERIALS, YOU MUST HAVE
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VIOLATING THE LAW WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGES OR OTHER REMEDIES.

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Adaptec Customer Support
If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this document
first—you will find answers to most of your questions here. If you need further assistance,
use the support options listed below.
Technical Support Identification (TSID) Number
■Before contacting Technical Support, you’ll need your TSID. The TSID helps us provide
more efficient service by accurately identifying your product and support status. The 12-
digit TSID can be found on the white barcode-type label included inside the box with
your product.
■Affix your TSID label on the jacket of the CD included in your kit
Support Options
■Search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase (ASK) at http://ask.adaptec.com for
articles, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked questions for your product.
■For support via Email, submit your question to Adaptec’s Technical Support Specialists at
http://ask.adaptec.com.
North America
■Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.
■For information about Adaptec’s support options, call [phone], 24 hours per day,
7 days per week.
■To speak with a Technical Support Specialist,
Call [phone],
Monday–Friday, 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pacific Time.
To expedite your service, have your XHub unit in front of you.
■To order Adaptec products, including accessories and cables,
call [phone].

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Europe
■Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec-europe.com.
■English and French: To speak with a Technical Support Specialist, call one of the
following numbers, Monday to Thursday, 10:00 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 17:30; Friday, 10:00
to 12:30 and 13:30 to 16:30, Central European Time:
■English: [phone]
■French: [phone]
To expedite your service, have your computer in front of you.
■German: To speak with a Technical Support Specialist, call [phone], Monday to
Thursday, 9:30 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 16:30; Friday, 9:30 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 15:00, Central
European Time. To expedite your service, have your computer in front of you.
■To order Adaptec products, including accessories and cables, call [phone].
Australia and New Zealand
■Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.au.
■To speak with a Technical Support Specialist, call [phone],
Monday to Friday, 10:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Eastern Australia Time. To expedite your
service, have your computer in front of you.
Hong Kong and China
■Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.
■To speak with a Technical Support Specialist, call [phone],
Monday to Friday, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. To expedite your service, have your computer in
front of you.
■Fax Technical Support at [phone].

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Singapore
■Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.
■To speak with a Technical Support Specialist, call [phone],
Monday to Friday, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. To expedite your service, have your computer in
front of you.
Japan
■Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.co.jp.
■To speak with a Technical Support Specialist, call [phone]
Monday–Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.Mand 1:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.