Belkin F5U271 User manual

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Media
Reader & Writer with
3-Port Hub
F5U271eaUser Manual
Transfer data and connect USB
peripherals with one device

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Introduction .............................................................1
Reader Features ..................................................................... 2
Hub Features ..........................................................................3
Hub Specifications .................................................................4
System Requirements ............................................................5
Package Contents ..................................................................5
Media Insertion .......................................................................6
Installation Procedure for Windows .........................7
Connecting USB Devices to the Hub ................................... 10
Safe Removal of Media Cards and Readers ....................... 10
Uninstalling your Reader ...................................................... 11
Installation Procedure for Mac OS .......................... 12
Connecting USB Devices to the Hub ................................... 14
Accessing Files and Data ..................................................... 14
Safe Removal of Digital Flash Media Cards ........................ 14
Uninstalling your Reader ...................................................... 15
Information ........................................................... 16
Table of Contents

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Congratulations
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Media Reader &
Writer with 3-Port Hub (the Reader). This innovative product reads the
following popular flash-memory formats.
• CompactFlash® Type I and Type II / CompactFlash® Extreme Card
• IBM® Microdrive™
• SmartMedia™
• SmartMedia™ RAM Card
• Secure Digital / Mini SD*/ SDHC
• MultiMediaCard / RSMMC (Reduced Size MultiMediaCard)* / High Speed
MultiMedia Card
• XD Picture Card
• Memory Stick® / Memory Stick Duo™*,
• Memory Stick Pro™ / Memory Stick Pro Duo™*,
• Memory Stick MagicGate™ / Memory Stick MagicGate Duo™*
(non-secure mode only)
• MultiMedia Card 4.0
• Memory Stick MagicGate Pro™*
• Memory Stick Select Function card
• High Speed Memory Stick
• Memory Stick Ultra II
*Requires use of adapter included with media card
Please visit our website www.belkin.com for the most updated
compatibility list.
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Introduction

Introduction
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1The Reader features a built-in Hi-Speed USB 2.0 3-Port Hub. It enables
you to connect USB devices with a critical advantage over traditional USB
2.0 hubs. That is its implementation of the new “Quad TT” architecture,
which enables each of the Hub’s three downstream ports to deliver a full
12Mbps of USB bandwidth for low- and full-speed devices, while providing
total support for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 devices. This is especially important
when connecting multiple, bandwidth-intensive, full-speed devices such as
USB webcams, speakers, scanners, and external storage devices.
In addition to Readers, Belkin manufactures an entire line of USB and PC
accessories. Please visit belkin.com for details.
Reader Features
• Easy transfer of data between slots
• Quick and easy access to digital photos, MP3s, and other digital files
• Functionality as a removable media storage device
• Bus- or self-powered; no power supply required in most circumstances
• Plug-and-Play, hot swap capability
• Drag-and-drop file transfer
• Custom drive icon support using the included driver
• Manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty

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Hub Features
• 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, XP and Vista
• Approved by USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF)
• Plug-and-Play support
• Support for hot swapping of USB devices
• Overcurrent detection and protection
• Individual port-status indicator LEDs
• Three 480Mbps downstream ports
• Bus- or self-powered
• Compatibility with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices

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1Hub Specifications
Upstream Ports (1)
Downstream Ports (3)
Per-Port Voltage DC +5V
Per-Port Current 500mA (max)
Power Mode Self-powered/bus-powered
Operating Temperature 5ºC ~ 40º C
Storage Temperature -20º C ~ 60º C
Enclosure ABS plastic
Power Supply Output: DC 5V 2.0A
Plug Size: 3.5mm (outer)
1mm (center)
Plug Polarity: Center positive
USB Hub Port-Status LED Color Definitions:
Off No USB device present
Red USB device installed and initialized
Reader Status LED Color Definitions
Off Normal state
Flashing Red Data being transferred

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System Requirements
• Computer with available USB port (USB 2.0 port for Hi-Speed mode)
• Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, or Vista
• Mac OS® 9.x or Mac OS X v10.1.2* or higher (custom icons not
supported in OS X)
*Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is supported in OS X v10.2.8 and above.
Package Contents
• Belkin Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Media Reader & Writer with 3-Port Hub
• USB Device Cable
• Power Supply
• User Manual
• Installation CD

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1Media Insertion
To prevent damage to your Reader and/or media card, be sure to insert
the media card correctly into the Reader. See the drawings below that
illustrate the proper orientation for insertion of your media card.
Important Note: The Reader uses a combination slot designed to
accommodate both XD Picture Card and SmartMedia card formats.
Only a single card may be plugged into the combination slot at any time.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT PLUG READER INTO COMPUTER
UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO
Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, Vista
Driver Installation
1. Insert the Belkin Driver Installation CD.
a) After a few moments, the setup application will appear on
your computer screen.
b) If the setup application does not appear, double-click “My
Computer”, and then click on your CD-ROM drive icon. This
will load the setup application’s main page.
2. Click the “Install Driver” button.
3. The “InstallShield Wizard” will now start. Click “Next” on each of the
screens that are displayed, and then click “Finish”. Now, restart your
computer to complete the driver installation process.
Important Operating System Notes:
a) Windows Me, XP and Vista offer native support for mass-storage
devices. It is not necessary to install the Belkin driver in order
to use the Reader. However, if you wish to take advantage of the
custom drive icons, the driver must be installed. Note: Custom Icon
support is currently unavailable for Vista.
b) Windows 2000 also offers native support for mass-storage devices,
but in versions prior to Service Pack 3, does not support “multi-
LUN” devices. If the Belkin driver is not installed in Windows 2000
versions prior to Service Pack 3, only the CompactFlash slot will be
available. Furthermore, if you wish to take advantage of the custom
drive icons, the driver must be installed.
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Installation Procedure for Windows
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c) Windows 98 SE does not support mass-storage devices; therefore,
the Belkin driver must always be installed.
Hardware Installation
Important Note: Please do not connect any USB devices to the Hub’s
ports until the installation process has been completed.
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
Reader.
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 small end (USB-B mini-B connector)
into the USB-B mini-B connector on the back of the Reader.
Important Note: The Reader must be connected to a USB 2.0-compliant
host in order to function in Hi-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).