Cisco Linksys USB200M User manual

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®
Model No.
WIRED
Compact USB 2.0
USB200M
User Guide
10/100
Network Adapter

Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
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How to Use this User Guide
The user guide to the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter has been designed to make understanding
networking with the Adapter easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of Figures" section.
This exclamation point means there is a caution or
warning and is something that could damage your
property or the Adapter.
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This checkmark means there is a note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to while
using the Adapter.
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something you might need to do while using the Adapter.
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Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Getting to Know and Connecting the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter 3
The Ports and LEDs 3
USB Icon and Ports 4
Chapter 3: Driver Installation for the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter 6
Overview 6
Driver Installation for Windows XP 6
Driver Installation for Windows 2000 8
Driver Installation for Windows Millenium 10
Driver Installation for Windows 98 15
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 20
Common Problems and Solutions 20
Appendix B: Glossary 25
Appendix C: Specifications 32
Appendix D: Regulatory Information 34
Appendix E: Warranty Information 35
Appendix F: Contact Information 36

Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Ports and LEDs 3
Figure 3-1: Welcome 6
Figure 3-2: Choose your Search and Installation Options 6
Figure 3-3: Windows Logo Testing 7
Figure 3-4: Installation Complete 7
Figure 3-5: Install Hardware Device Drivers 8
Figure 3-6: Locate Driver Files 8
Figure 3-7: Ready to Install Driver 9
Figure 3-8: Digital Signature 9
Figure 3-9: Hardware Found 10
Figure 3-10: Specify a Location 10
Figure 3-11: Ready to Install Driver 11
Figure 3-12: Installation Complete 11
Figure 3-13: Network Screen 12
Figure 3-14: File and Printer Sharing 12
Figure 3-15: Indentification Tab 13
Figure 3-16: Access Control Tab 13
Figure 3-17: Search for Driver 15
Figure 3-18: Specify a Location 15
Figure 3-19: Ready to Install Driver 16
Figure 3-20: Installation Complete 16
Figure 3-21: Configuration Tab 17
Figure 3-22: File and Print Sharing 17
Figure 3-23: Configuration Tab 18
Figure 3-24: Access Control Tab 18
Figure 3-25: Access Control Tab 19

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter. This Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network
Adapter will allow you to network better than ever.
How does the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter do all of this? A Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network
Adapter allows you to connect to any 10/100Mbps or Gigabit hub or switch without having to open your PC. The
Gigabit USB Network Adapter from Linksys allows you to instantly connect to a network from a USB-enabled
desktop or notebook PC running Windows Millennium, 2000, or XP. The Plug-and-Play compatible device attaches
to your PC’s USB port via a USB Type A connector. Simply connect a standard UTP Category 5 network cable into
the Gigabit USB Network Adapter’s RJ-45 port, install the included network software driver, and you are
networked.
The Gigabit USB Network Adapter is bus-powered, drawing power from the host PC and requires no external
power cords. The Adapter features the maximum throughput supported by USB, easy-to-read LEDs, and compact
design.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter, set it up, and
configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Adapter’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Getting to Know and Connecting the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter
This chapter describes the physical features and explains the connection of the Adapter.
• Chapter 3: Setup Utility for the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter
This chapter explains how to install and uninstall the Setup Utility.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions,
regarding installation and use of the Adapter.
• Appendix B: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix C: Specifications
This appendix provides the Adapter’s technical specifications.
• Appendix D: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the Adapter’s warranty information.
• Appendix E: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the Adapter’s regulatory information.
• Appendix F: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know and Connecting the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
The Ports and LEDs
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Chapter 2: Getting to Know and Connecting the Compact
USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
The Ports and LEDs
The Ports
USB Port The USB port is a Type A connector. Connect the USB extension cable from your PC or hub to
this port.
Ethernet Port The Ethernet port connects the Adapter to a Category 5 Ethernet network cable.
Figure 2-1: Ports and LEDs

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USB Icon and Ports
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
LEDs
100/ACT Green. The LED lights up when there is a connection to a 100Mbps network. It flashes when
the computer is transmitting or receiving data at 100Mbps.
F/H Green. The LED lights up when the Adapter is operating in full-duplex mode. The LED is off
when the Adapter is operating in half-duplex mode.
10/ACT Green. The LED lights up when there is a connection to a 10Mbps network. It flashes when the
computer is transmitting or receiving data at 10Mbps.
With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Adapter.
USB Icon and Ports
The USB Icon (below) generally indicates where a USB port is located on a desktop or notebook computer.
The picture below shows two USB ports as they might be found on your computer. Note the two USB icons above
the port.

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USB Icon and Ports
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Connecting the Adapter
1. With your PC turned off, insert the Adapter’s USB end into your PC’s USB port or USB hub.
2. Insert one end of an Ethernet network cable into the Adapter’s RJ-45 port.
3. Insert the other end of the Ethernet network cable into an Ethernet networking device.
The hardware installation is complete.
To install the Adapter’s driver, proceed to “Chapter 3: Driver Installation for the Compact USB 2.0 10/100
Network Adapter” and to the section for the Windows operating system that your PC uses.
With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network
Adapter.

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Chapter 3: Driver Installation for the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Overview
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Chapter 3: Driver Installation for the Compact USB 2.0
10/100 Network Adapter
Overview
This chapter will take you through all the steps necessary to install the driver for the Compact USB 2.0 10/100
Network Adapter. After physically connecting the Adapter to your computer’s USB port or hub, follow these
instructions to install the hardware device driver. The installation procedures for the hardware device driver vary
depending on your PC’s operating system, so make sure to follow the instructions for your operating system. The
instructions also may vary slightly depending on your current operating system’s configuration. If at any time
during the installation you encounter problems, consult “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”
Driver Installation for Windows XP
1. If you haven’t already, start your computer.
2. Windows XP will automatically detect the Adapter connected to your computer and display the Welcome to
the Found New Hardware Wizard screen. Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced), and
insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. Then click the Next button.
3. Select Search for the best driver in these locations. Only select Include this location in the search:, and
enter D:\winxp in the field provided. Then click the Next button.
Figure 3-1: Welcome
Figure 3-2: Choose your Search and Installation
Options
NOTE: Throughout this user guide, it is assumed that “D” is the
letter of your CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation
process. Doing so will prevent your driver from being properly
installed on your PC.

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Driver Installation for Windows XP
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
4. Windows will notify you that the driver has not passed Windows Logo testing. This is normal, and it has been
verified that the Adapter does work with Windows XP. Click the Continue Anyway button.
5. The Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard screen will appear. Click the Finish button. Then remove the
Driver CD from the CD-ROM drive.
Congratulations! The installation of the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter is complete.
For more information about networking under Windows XP, refer to your Microsoft Windows XP
documentation.
Figure 3-3: Windows Logo Testing
Figure 3-4: Installation Complete
1. Windows will notify you that the driver has not passed Windows Logo testing. This is normal, and it has been
verified that the Adapter does work with Windows XP. Click the Continue Anyway button.
2. The Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard screen will appear. Click the Finish button. Then remove the
Driver CD from the CD-ROM drive.
Congratulations! The installation of the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter is complete.
For more information about networking under Windows XP, refer to your Microsoft Windows XP
documentation.

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Driver Installation for Windows 2000
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Driver Installation for Windows 2000
1. If you haven’t already, start your computer.
2. Windows 2000 will automatically detect the Adapter connected to your computer. When the Welcome to the
Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears, insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. Then click the Next
button.
3. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended). Click the Next button.
4. Select Specify a location to find the correct driver. Click the Next button to continue.
Figure 3-5: Install Hardware Device Drivers
Figure 3-6: Locate Driver Files
NOTE: Throughout this user guide, it is assumed that “D” is the
letter of your CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation
process. Doing so will prevent your driver from being properly
installed on your PC.

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Driver Installation for Windows 2000
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
5. In the Copy manufacturer’s files from: field, enter D:\win2000. Then click the OK button.
6. The Driver Files Search Results screen will appear. Click the Next button.
7. For Windows 2000, you may be informed that a digital signature has not been found. This is normal, and it
has been verified that the Adapter does work with Windows 2000. Click the Yes button to continue.
8. The Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard screen will appear. Click the Finish button, and remove the
Driver CD from the CD-ROM drive.
Congratulations! The installation of the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter is complete.
For more information about networking under Windows 2000, refer to your Microsoft Windows 2000
documentation.
Figure 3-7: Ready to Install Driver
Figure 3-8: Digital Signature

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Driver Installation for Windows Millenium
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Driver Installation for Windows Millenium
1. If you haven’t already, start your computer.
2. Windows Millennium will automatically detect the Adapter connected to your PC. When the Add New
Hardware Wizard screen appears, insert the Driver CD into your CD-ROM drive, and select Specify the location
of the driver (Advanced). Click the Next button.
3. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended). You MUST remove the checkmark from
the box next to Removable Media. Select Specify a location:, and enter D:\winME in the field provided. Then
click the Next button.
Figure 3-10: Specify a Location
Figure 3-9: Hardware Found
NOTE: Throughout this user guide, it is assumed that “D” is the
letter of your CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation
process. Doing so will prevent your driver from being properly
installed on your PC.

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Driver Installation for Windows Millenium
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4. When Windows notifies you that it is ready to install the driver files, click the Next button to continue.
5. When Windows has completed copying the driver files, click the Finish button.
6. When asked if you want to restart your computer, remove the Driver CD from the CD-ROM drive, and click the
Yes button. If Windows does not ask you to restart your PC, click Start. Click Shut Down, and select Restart.
Then click the OK button.
Congratulations! The installation of the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter is complete.
To enable file and printer sharing, go to the next section, “Windows Millennium Network Configuration.”
Figure 3-11: Ready to Install Driver
Figure 3-12: Installation Complete

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Driver Installation for Windows Millenium
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Windows Millennium Network Configuration
1. From the Windows Millennium desktop, right-click the My Network Places icon. Then click Properties.
2. The Network window will appear. Click the Configuration tab.
3. Click the File and Print Sharing button. The File and Print Sharing window will appear.
4. If you’d like others to be able to access the files on your PC's hard drive, select I want to be able to give
others access to my files.
If you’d like to share your printer with other users on the network, select I want to be able to allow others
to print to my printer(s).
Click the OK button. File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks should now appear in the list of installed
components.
Figure 3-13: Network Screen
Figure 3-14: File and Printer Sharing
NOTE: Linksys does not provide technical support or
troubleshooting for network configuration.
NOTE: If you do not enable file and printer sharing,
your PC will be invisible on the network and
inaccessible to other users.

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5. From the the Network screen’s drop-down box, select Client for Microsoft Networks.
6. Click the Identification tab. Type the name of your computer in the Computer name field. Choose a name that
is different from the other computer names on the network.
7. Type the name of your workgroup in the Workgroup field. The workgroup name should be the same
workgroup name used by all of the other PCs on the network.
8. If you wish, enter a description of your computer in the Computer Description field.
9. From the Access Control tab, you can set the level of access that network users will have to this computer.
Click the OK button.
10. Your system may ask for your Windows Millennium CD-ROM or the location of the Windows Millennium
installation files. If it does, direct Windows to the appropriate location (e.g., C:\windows\options\cabs or
D:\win9x if you have the Windows Millennium CD-ROM and “D” represents your CD-ROM drive).
11. After Windows has copied the necessary files, the System Settings Change window will appear. Remove all
disks and CDs from your PC, and click the Yes button to restart your PC. If you don't see this window, simply
shut down Windows Millennium and restart your PC.
Figure 3-15: Indentification Tab
Figure 3-16: Access Control Tab
NOTE: Your Computer and Workgroup Names must
each have fewer than 15 alphanumeric characters.

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12. A Logon screen will appear and require you to enter a User Name and Password. Make up a user name and
password (if you haven’t already), and click the OK button. Do not click the Cancel button, or press the Escape
[ESC] key, because this will prevent you from logging into the network. If the logon does not appear or if it
does not allow you to log on, refer to the “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”
13. When you are at the Windows Millennium desktop, double-click on the Network Neighborhood icon. You
should see one icon for the entire network and the names of the other PCs on the network.
• If you can see your computer along with all the other computers on the network in Network
Neighborhood, then the Windows Millennium network configuration is complete.
NOTE: Refer to the “Appendix A: Troubleshooting” if you run into any problems, such as:
• If you don't see anything at all in Network Neighborhood after pressing the F5 key on
your keyboard a few times to refresh the screen.
• If you only see your own computer in Network Neighborhood.
• If you see all computers on the network except yours after pressing the F5 key a few
times.
• If you only see computers that are running the same operating system as you and you
don’t see any other computers.

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Driver Installation for Windows 98
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
Driver Installation for Windows 98
1. If you haven’t already, start your computer.
2. Windows 98 will automatically detect the Adapter connected to your PC. When the first Add New Hardware
Wizard screen appears, insert the Driver CD into your CD-ROM drive, and click the Next button.
3. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended), and click the Next button.
4. Select Specify a location: to find the correct driver, and enter D:\win98 in the field provided. Click the Next
button to continue.
NOTE: Throughout this user guide, it is assumed that “D” is the
letter of your CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation
process. Doing so will prevent your driver from being properly
installed on your PC.
Figure 3-17: Search for Driver
Figure 3-18: Specify a Location

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Driver Installation for Windows 98
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5. When Windows notifies you that it is ready to install the driver files, click the Next button to continue.
6. Windows will begin copying the driver files to your computer. If Windows asks you for the original Windows
CD-ROM, insert the CD-ROM, and direct Windows to the proper location for the CD-ROM (e.g., D:\). If you have
the Windows 98 setup files already installed in a directory, click OK, and enter C:\windows\options\cabs (if
“C” is the letter of your hard drive) in the windows that appears.
7. When Windows has completed copying the files, click the Finish button.
8. When asked if you want to restart your computer, remove the Driver CD from the CD-ROM drive, and click the
Yes button. If Windows does not ask you to restart your PC, click Start. Choose Shut Down, and select
Restart. Then click the OK button.
Congratulations! The installation of the Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter is complete.
To enable file and printer sharing, go to the next section,
“Windows 98 Network Configuration.”
Figure 3-19: Ready to Install Driver
Figure 3-20: Installation Complete