Belkin F5U122-PC User manual

P73631 F5U122-PC
USB 10/100
Ethernet Adapter
User Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin USB 10/100
Ethernet Adapter. Now you can quickly and easily
connect any USB-equipped notebook, portable, or
desktop computer to an Ethernet local area network
(LAN), xDSL modem, or cable modem. Windows
applications that communicate via an Ethernet card will
also work with the Belkin USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter,
making it an excellent alternative to internal PCI or
PCMCIA cards. The Belkin USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter
configures and sets up just like a network interface card
(NIC) without the trouble of opening your computer and
installing an add-in card or inserting an expensive
PCMCIA card into your laptop. Once configured properly,
there is no need to shut down your system to
disconnect or reconnect the adapter.
Our adapter conforms to both USB and Ethernet
specifications, and functions as a full-speed USB device.
The unit requires no external power supply since it is
powered directly from the Universal Serial Bus.
The provided software supports Windows 98, Windows 98
SE, Windows Me, and Windows 2000. This manual
explains the features and specifications of the adapter
and how to properly connect and use the Belkin USB
10/100 Ethernet Adapter hardware and software with
your PC and network environment.
Introduction
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Features
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• Instantly connect to any 10Base-T or 100Base-TX
network through USB
• Saves desktop and briefcase space for easy mobility
• Plug-and-Play
• Eliminates the need for a NIC (Network Interface Card)
or expensive PCMCIA cards
• Requires no hardware installation or jumper settings
• Requires no IRQs or other system resources
• Supports all common protocols: TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and
NetBEUI
• Works with cable modems and xDSL modems and all
standard hubs, routers, and other network equipment
• Compatible with Windows 98, 98 SE, Me, and 2000
• Automatically detects network speed: 10Base-T or
100Base-TX
• Requires no external power
• Compatible with USB 1.0 and 1.1 specifications and
meets all IEEE Ethernet standards
• Belkin Lifetime Warranty and technical support
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Technical Specifications
Package
Dimensions: 4.25” x 3.75” x 1.25”
(10.8cm x 9.5cm x 3.2cm)
Connector (Ethernet): RJ45
Connector (USB): USB-B
Weight: 3.9 oz. (111g)
Power Requirements: 5V DC, 150mA
(Powered from USB)
Power Consumption: 64mA @ Idle State
120mA @ 10M Full Duplex
Mode 150mA @ 100M Full Duplex
Mode
Data Transfer Rate
Can exceed 6Mbps (depending on the computer,
operating system, communication protocol, and
network environment)
Environmental Conditions
Operating Range: 32 to 131 °F (0 to 55 °C)
Storage Range: -4 to 176 °F (-20 to 80 °C)
Humidity: 10 to 90%, non-condensing
LED
Red: Solid: Indicates power is OK
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Technical Specifications (continued)
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Standards
• IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX and IEEE802.3 10BASE-T
compliant
• Support for IEEE802.3x flow control
• IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX and IEEE802.3 10BASE-T
compliant
• USB specification 1.0 and 1.1 compliant
Certifications
FCC, Class B
CE Mark
C-Tick
System Requirements
• PC with one free USB Port
• Windows 98, 98 SE, Me, or 2000
Package Includes
• Belkin USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter
• Belkin USB Device Cable
• Category 5 Ethernet Cable
• Installation Disk
• User Guide
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Hardware Installation
A USB cable and network cable are provided for
connection of your equipment
Caution: If you choose to use a USB hub, the hub must
be externally powered.
In order to use the adapter, you must install drivers in the
USB host PC as described in the following sections. In
addition, you may need to configure the network
parameters. You may need your original Windows CD to
complete the installation.
Cable Connections
Figure 2-1 illustrates the provided USB cable connection
from the PC (A connector) to the adapter (B connector),
and the provided standard Ethernet cable connection from
the RJ45 connector on the adapter to an Ethernet port.
When prompted in the installation procedure, follow any
of the following connections:
Figure 2-1: Basic PC-to-Ethernet Port Connection
An Ethernet port is used to connect the adapter to an
Ethernet environment. Such a port might be an Ethernet
hub, network wall socket, peripheral device, cable
modem, etc.
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Figures 2-2, 2-3, and 2-4 illustrate sample applications
for
Hardware Installation (continued)
USB Ethernet Adapter
Figure 2-1: Basic PC-to-Ethernet Port Connection
PC
USB-B connector
USB-A
to Ethernet port
PC
USB Ethernet Adapter
Ethernet cross-cable
Figure 2-2: PC-to-PC Direct Connections
Note: Use and ethernet cross-cable between the two
Ethernet adapters for this application. The provided
Ethernet cable will not function for this purpose.
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Hardware Installation (continued)
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Figure 2-3: PC-to-Ethernet Network Connections
PC
USB Ethernet Adapter
PC
PC
PC
Ethernet Hub
Figure 2-4: PC-to-Cable Modem or xDSL Modem Connections
PC
USB Ethernet
Cable Modem
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Driver Installation
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Depending on which operating system you use, the
installation procedure will vary slightly. Please find the
installation section for your particular operating system for
the proper installation sequence.
Note: The drivers shipped with this product are
contained on a floppy disk. If your PC is not
equipped with a floppy disk drive, you may
download the drivers from the Belkin website at:
http://www.belkin.com.
Windows®98/Windows®98SE
1. Close any Windows applications that may be running
on your computer.
2. Insert the Belkin USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter floppy
disk into your floppy drive.
3. Connect the USB cable to your computer and connect
the cable to the USB Ethernet Adapter.
4. A window will appear telling you that Windows has
detected new hardware. If this window does not
appear, contact your PC vendor for assistance.
5. The "Add New Hardware Wizard" will appear on the
screen telling you that it has found the "USB Ethernet
Adapter". Click "Next".
6. In the Window that appears next, place a checkmark
next to "Search for best driver for your device" and
click "Next".
7. In the next window, place a checkmark next to "Floppy
Disk" and uncheck all other selected locations and click
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Driver Installation (continued)
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9. The system may prompt you to insert your Windows
98 CD. If so, insert the CD and select "Next."
10. The "New Hardware Wizard" will now tell you
"Windows has finished installing the software that
your new hardware device requires". Click "Finish ".
11. Windows will now prompt you to restart your
computer. Click "Yes" to complete the installation.
Once your computer has restarted, the Belkin USB
10/100 Ethernet Adapter will be active and working. If
you are connecting to a cable modem or xDSL modem,
follow the directions that came with your modem or
from your
Internet provider.
If you are setting up a network, go to the section titled
"Specifying TCP/IP Parameters" to configure your
adapter.
Windows®Millennium Edition (Me)
1. Close any Windows applications that you may be
running on your computer.
2. Insert the Belkin USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter
floppy disk into your floppy drive.
3. Connect the USB cable to your computer and
connect the cable to the USB Ethernet Adapter.
4. A window will appear telling you that Windows has
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