Belkin F5U231 F5U231ea User manual

Hi-Speed USB 2.0
4-Port TetraHub™
Connect multiple-speed USB devices at maximum
bandwidth
User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Connecting usb devices to the hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Determining the speed of connected devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Belkin Hi-Speed USB
2.0 4-Port TetraHub (the Hub). The Hub provides four downstream USB
ports that offer backward-compatible, Plug-and-Play connectivity with all
USB devices, including USB 1.1 (or low- and full-speed) devices, as well
as with USB 2.0 (or high-speed) devices. This includes such peripherals
as scanners, printers, mass-storage devices, and high-resolution cameras.
The Hub is self-powered, which allows the cascading of devices with
additional hubs, so that up to 127 USB devices may be connected to a
single port.
The Hub features multicolor LEDs that indicate the operating speed of
each connected USB device and the speed of the link to the host
computer. For additional information, refer to the “Technical
Specifications” section.
The TetraHub offers several important advantages over traditional USB
2.0 hubs. Most important is its implementation of the new “Quad TT”
architecture. Simply stated, when connected to a USB 2.0 host
controller, each of the TetraHub’s four downstream ports deliver a full
12Mbps of USB bandwidth for low- and full-speed devices while still
providing total support for high-speed devices. This is especially
important when connecting multiple, bandwidth-intensive, full-speed
devices such as USB webcams, speakers, scanners, and external storage
devices.
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INTRODUCTION
In contrast, a traditional four-port USB 2.0 hub provides only 12Mbps of
bandwidth for use by low- and full-speed devices, and this bandwidth is
shared by each of the four ports. The TetraHub delivers up to 48Mbps of
bandwidth, 12Mbps for each port!*
In addition to the “Quad TT” feature, the TetraHub also monitors the
speed of each connected device and provides users with a visual
indication of its connected speed. Refer to the “Determining the Speed
of Connected Devices” section of this User Manual for additional
information.
*In cases in which the TetraHub is connected to a USB 1.1 host
controller, the maximum USB 1.1 bandwidth of 12 Mbps is shared across
all four ports.
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OVERVIEW
Features
• Speed-sensing LED indicator for each individual port
• Advanced Quad TT architecture for low- and full-speed devices
• Four 480Mbps downstream ports
• Operates without power supply with most USB devices
• Multiple hubs may be stacked one upon the other
• Compliant with Universal Serial Bus specification 2.0
(data rate 1.5/12/480Mbps)
• Backward-compatible with Universal Serial Bus
specification 1.1 (data rate 1.5/12Mbps)
• Compatible with Windows® 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
• Approved by USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF)
• Supports Plug-and-Play specifications
• Supports “hot swapping” of USB devices
• Over-current detection and protection
• Fully compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices
Package Contents
• High-Speed USB 2.0 4-Port TetraHub
• AC Power Adapter
• User Manual
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OVERVIEW
Technical Specifications
Upstream Ports (1)
Downstream Ports (4)
Per-Port Voltage DC +5V
Per-Port Current 500mA (max) (self-powered mode)
Power Mode Self-powered/bus-powered
Operating Temperature 5º C ~ 40º C
Storage Temperature -20º C ~ 60º C
Enclosure ABS plastic
Power Supply
Output: DC 6V 2.1A
Plug Size: 5mm (outer)
2mm (center)
Plug Polarity: Center Positive
Upstream Port LED Color Definitions:
Red Full-speed (12Mbps)
Amber High-speed (480Mbps)
Downstream Port LED Color Definitions:
Green Low-speed (1.5Mbps)
Red Full-speed (12Mbps)
Amber High-speed (480Mbps)
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INSTALLATION
Important Note: Please do not connect any USB devices to the Hub until
instructed to do so in step 4 of this installation
procedure.
1. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet or surge suppressor. Plug the
DC connector into the DC power jack found on the rear of the Hub.
Note: The Hub may be used without the power supply with most USB
devices
2. Plug the flat end (USB-A connector) of the provided USB device cable
into the downstream port of your computer or downstream port of
another hub. Plug the square end (USB-B connector) into the USB-B
connector on the back of the Hub.
Important Note: The Hub must be connected to a USB 2.0-compliant host
in order to function in high-speed mode (480Mbps data
rate). If the Hub is connected to a USB 1.1-compliant
host, it will operate only in low-speed or full-speed mode
(1.5Mbps/12Mbps).
3. Windows will now detect your Hub and install the required driver
support. (The Windows “Install New Hardware Wizard” may prompt
you to provide your Windows Installation CD to complete the driver
installation process).
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INSTALLATION
Important Note: High-speed hub drivers are included with most USB 2.0
PCI upgrade cards, and are preinstalled along with the
PCI card drivers. If you purchased an upgrade card prior
to the release of high-speed hub support, please check
with your PCI card vendor for an updated USB 2.0 driver.
The Belkin USB 2.0 driver supports all competitive cards
based on the NEC host controller with the exception of
Adaptec. The most recent Belkin driver is available at
www.belkin.com.
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CONNECTING USB DEVICES TO THE HUB
1. Plug the USB-A connector of the USB device(s) you wish to connect
into any of the Hub’s available downstream ports.
2. Follow the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer of
the device.
Important Note: When moving a device from one port on the Hub to
another, it may be necessary to reinstall the USB drivers
for that device.
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DETERMINING THE SPEED OF CONNECTED
DEVICES
1. The USB 2.0 specification includes three separate modes of data
transmission. These are defined as low-speed (1.5Mbps), full-speed
(12Mbps), and high-speed (480Mbps). The Belkin TetraHub is the only
USB hub on the market today that provides a visual indication of a
connected device’s speed. This is accomplished using proprietary
speed indication circuitry. Each downstream port on the Hub has a
corresponding LED that changes color according to the speed of the
connected device as noted below.
Connection Speed LED color
Low Green
Full Red
High Amber
2. In addition, the upstream port has a corresponding LED that indicates
the speed of the computer’s USB host controller as noted below.
Host Controller Speed LED color
Full Red
High Amber
Note: The Hub itself will always connect to the host as either a full- or
high-speed device, never as a low-speed device.
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INFORMATION
FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY
We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole
responsibility that the product:
F5U231
to which this declaration relates:
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CE Declaration of Conformity
We, Belkin Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the F5U231, to which this
declaration relates, is in conformity with Generic Emissions Standard EN 55022:1998 Class B,
EN50081-1 and with Generic Immunity Standard EN50082-1 1992.
Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty
Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its
lifetime. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no
charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid,
to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product. Proof of purchase may
be required.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or
misapplication; if the product has been modified without the written permission of Belkin; or
if any Belkin serial number has been removed or defaced.
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS,
WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BELKIN SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY
AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
No Belkin dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or
addition to this warranty.
BELKIN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, DOWNTIME, GOODWILL, DAMAGE TO OR REPROGRAMMING
OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH BELKIN PRODUCTS.
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Belkin Corporation
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Belkin Tech Support
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Australia: 1800 666 040
© 2003 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved.
All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed.
TetraHub is a trademark of Cypress Semiconductor.
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