Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2304GE-LAN User manual

USB 2.0 Ranger®2304GE-LAN
4-Port USB 2.0 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Extender System
User Guide

Thank you for purchasing the USB 2.0 Ranger® 2304GE-LAN.
Please read this guide thoroughly.
This document applies to Part Numbers: 00-00376, 00-00377, 00-00378, 00-00379 and 00-00380.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning
This device 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 Statement
We declare under our sole responsibility that the USB 2.0 Ranger 2304GE-LAN, to which this declaration
relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022, EN 61000 and EN 55024.
IC Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Contents
Introduction.............................................................................................................3
USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 GE-LAN Product Contents ..................................................................... 3
Features .................................................................................................................................................. 3
The LEX Unit.......................................................................................................................................... 4
The REX Unit.......................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation Guide ....................................................................................................6
Installing the Ranger2304 GE-LAN System on a Local Area Network .............................. 6
Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Preparing your Network ................................................................................................................... 6
Preparing Your Site ............................................................................................................................. 7
Installing the LEX Unit ...................................................................................................................... 7
Installing the REX Unit ...................................................................................................................... 7
Installing the Ranger2304GE-LAN System as Direct Connect............................................. 8
Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Preparing Your Site ............................................................................................................................. 8
Installing the LEX Unit ...................................................................................................................... 9
Connecting the LEX Unit to the REX Unit .................................................................................. 9
Installing the REX Unit ...................................................................................................................... 9
Checking the Installation................................................................................................................10
Connecting a USB Device...............................................................................................................11
Pairing the LEX and REX Units ......................................................................................................11
Unpairing an Extender ....................................................................................................................11
Compatibility ......................................................................................................................................11
USB Extender Mounting Options .........................................................................12
Option 1: USB Extender Mounting Kit .......................................................................................12
Option 2: USB Extender Direct Surface Mounting ................................................................13
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................14
Warranty Information ...........................................................................................16
Obtaining Warranty Service .................................................................................16
Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................................17
Contacting Sales ....................................................................................................17
Technical Glossary .................................................................................................18
Specifications.........................................................................................................19

Introduction
This guide provides product information for the USB 2.0 Ranger 2304GE-LAN, installation instructions,
troubleshooting guidelines, and instructions for contacting Icron regarding technical support and warranty
information.The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures,
familiarity with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices.
NOTE: Notes provide additional information that could be useful.
CAUTION: Cautions provide important information about an operational requirement.
USB 2.0 Ranger 2304GE-LAN Product Contents
Your Ranger 2304 GE-LAN is packaged with:
• LEXUnit(LocalExtender)
• REXUnit(RemoteExtender)
• USB2.0Cable
• REXACInternationalPowerAdapter
• Country Specific Power Cable
• Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information
Features
The Ranger 2304 GE-LAN incorporates ExtremeUSB® technology, enabling users to extend USB beyond
the standard 5m cable limit for USB 2.0 peripheral devices.The Ranger 2304GE-LAN extender system is
composed of two individual units: the Local Extender and the Remote Extender, and has the following
features:
• 100mofextensionwhendirectlyconnectedoverCAT5e/6/7
• USBextensionoveraGigabitEthernetLocalAreaNetwork(LAN)
• SupportforallUSBdevicetypes
USB 3.0 devices will perform at USB 2.0 speeds if extended through the Ranger 2304GE-LAN.
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The Ranger 2304 GE-LAN includes the ExtremeUSB® suite of features:
• Transparent USB extension
• True plug and play; no software drivers required
• Works with all major operating systems:Windows®, OS X® and Linux®

The LEX Unit
The Local Extender (LEX) unit connects to the computer using a standard USB 2.0 cable. Power for this unit is
provided by the host computer.
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1Power LED
(Blue)
LED turns on when power is supplied.
LED is off when no power is supplied by the host computer.
2Link LED
(Green)
Indicates a valid ExtremeUSB link is established between the LEX and REX
units.
LED turns on when link between LEX and REX is established.
LED is off when there is no link between LEX and REX.
LED is slow blinking when the unit is attempting to establish a link.
LED is fast blinking to indicate the unit is in Pairing Mode.
3Host LED
(Green)
Indicates that the Ranger 2304GE-LAN system is properly enumerated on the
host computer.
The LED blinks when the Ranger 2304GE-LAN is in a suspended state.
4Activity LED
(Amber)
Indicates data transmission is occurring between the LEX and REX units.
LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device connected.
When the LEX and REX units are in suspend mode, the LED is off.
5 Config Reserved for manufacturer use.
6 Mode Used to establish a paired connection between the LEX and REX units.
7 USB Host Port Used to connect the LEX to the host computer. Accepts Type B connector into
the LEX.
8 Link Port (RJ45) AcceptsRJ45connectorforCAT5e/6/7cablingtoconnecttheLEXtotheREX
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Front View
Rear View

The REX Unit
The Remote Extender (REX) unit provides USB Type A ports for standard USB devices. The REX unit allows
you to connect up to four USB devices directly. Additional devices may be connected by attaching up to four
USB hubs to the REX unit.The REX unit is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 600mA to
each USB port when all four are used concurrently.
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 USB Device Ports Accepts USB device(s) using Type A connectors.
2 Power LED (Blue) LED turns on when power is supplied.
LED turns off when no power is supplied by the host computer.
3 Link LED (Green) Indicates a valid ExtremeUSB link is established between the LEX and REX
units.
LED turns on when link between LEX and REX is established.
LED turns off when there is no link between the LEX and REX units.
LED is slow blinking when the unit is attempting to establish a link.
LED is fast blinking to indicate the unit is in Pairing Mode.
4 Host LED (Green) Indicates that the Ranger 2304GE-LAN system is properly enumerated on the
host computer.
The LED blinks when the Ranger 2304GE-LAN is in a suspended state.
5 Activity LED
(Amber)
Indicates data transmission is occurring between LEX and REX units.
LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device connected.
When the LEX and REX units are in suspend mode, the LED is off.
6 Power Port Connects to the AC power supply. Required at the REX unit for proper
operation.
7 Config Reserved for manufacturer use.
8 Mode Used to establish a paired connection between the LEX and REX units.
9 Link Port (RJ45) AcceptsRJ45connectorforCAT5e/6/7cablingtoconnecttheLEXtotheREX.
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Front View
Rear View

Installation Guide
Installing the Ranger 2304GE-LAN System on a Local Area Network
Requirements
To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with the product:
• USBcompatiblecomputer(hostcomputer)withaUSBcompliantoperatingsystem
• USBcompatibledevice(s)
• TwoCAT5e/6/7patchcables
• PreconguredLocalAreaNetwork
Preparing your Network
Your network must be properly configured in order for full USB 2.0 throughput to be realized and for
maximum stability and reliability of your devices. Consult with your network administrator prior to
installation. Using the Ranger 2304GE-LAN over a network requires:
• TheLEXandREXunitstobeonthesamesubnet
• RJ45informationoutletstobenearthecomputerandUSBdevicestobeconnectedtothenetwork 
switch(es)
• Pre-installedandconguredLocalAreaNetwork
USB 2.0 is capable of consuming up to 480Mbps. The minimum requirement for using the Ranger 2304-LAN is a Gigabit
(1000Base-T) network. The performance of the USB network extension will be limited to the slowest link between the LEX
and REX.
Some networks may be configured to block devices with unfamiliar MAC addresses. If this is the case, you will need to provide
your network administrator the MAC addresses of the LEX and REX units. These can be found on the label on the bottom
of each unit.
Some networks may be configured to block devices that consume a consistently high level of bandwidth.
The Ranger 2304GE-LAN may exhibit this behaviour when high bandwidth devices are connected. Consult with your
network administrator to resolve this.
Units will be pre-paired with each other if they were sold together in the same box. If they are not paired, follow the
instructions provided in the section for pairing a LEX and REX.
Increasing the number of switches between the LEX and REX units may reduce the available bandwidth and as a result
prevent some devices from functioning properly.
Computer
USB Devices
LEX REX
Ethernet Switch(es)
Up to 100m between extender and switch
and between switches over CAT 5e/6/7
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USB cable
USB cable or device
connectors
CAT5e/6/7Cable CAT5e/6/7Cable
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Preparing Your Site
Before you can install the Ranger 2304GE-LAN, you need to prepare your site:
1. Place the computer where desired and set it up.
2. EnsuretolocatetheUSBdevice(s)within100mofCAT5e/6/7cablingoftheswitch.
3. Ensuretolocatethecomputerwithin100mofCAT5e/6/7cablingoftheswitch.
Thecabledistancebetweenswitchesmustbenogreaterthan100mifCAT5e/6/7isusedastheconnectionmedia.
Installing the LEX Unit
1. Place the LEX unit near the computer.
2. Connect the supplied USB cable between the host port on the LEX unit and a USB port on the host
computer.
3. ConnectaCAT5e/6/7patchcable(notprovided)intotheinformationoutletnearthehostcomputer.
4. Connect the patch cable into the Link port of the LEX unit.
Installing the REX Unit
1. ConnectaCAT5e/6/7patchcable(notprovided)intotheinformationoutletneartheUSBdevices.
2. Connect the patch cable into the Link port of the REX unit.
3. Place the REX unit near the USB device(s).
4. Assemble the power adapter and country specific power cord together and connect them into a
suitable AC outlet.
5. Connect the power adapter to the REX unit.
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Host Computer
USB Devices
Up to 100m between extenders over CAT 5e/6/7
LEX
REX
Installing the Ranger 2304GE-LAN System as Direct Connect
Requirements
To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with this system:
• USBcompatiblecomputer(hostcomputer)withaUSBcompliantoperatingsystem
• USBcompatibledevice(s)
• CAT5e/6/7UnshieldedTwistedPair(UTP) cable with two RJ45 connectors (if using surface cabling),
or, CAT 5e/6/7cabling with two information outlets and two CAT 5e/6/7patch cords with RJ45
connectors (if using premise cabling)
Preparing Your Site
Before you can install the Ranger 2304GE-LAN, you will need to prepare your site:
1. Place the computer where desired and set it up.
2. Ensure to locate the USB device(s) within 100m cable-length of the computer. If not, adjust the
locationofthedevicesand/orcomputeraccordingly.
3. If you are using surface cabling, install the CAT 5e/6/7cabling as desired and terminate it with the
appropriate RJ45 ends.
4. If you are using premise cabling, (in-building network infrastructure), ensure your CAT 5e/6/7cabling
does not exceed 100m and that it meets CAT 5e/6/7specication.
Cable installation is important, particularly if high throughput applications are used. When installing, ensure the cable is
installed away from or isolated from potential sources of interference such as electrical wiring, fluorescent lighting, etc.
When terminating cables, ensure the matching RJ45 connector is used for the cable type. For example, if CAT 6 cable is
used, then CAT 6 compatible RJ45 connectors must be used. If this care is not taken, the benefits of higher grade
cabling may not be realized.
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CAT5e/6/7LinkCable
USB cable
USB cable or device
connectors
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Installing the LEX Unit
1. Place the LEX near the computer.
2. Connect the supplied USB cable between the LEX host port and a USB port on the host computer.
Connecting the LEX to the REX Unit
With Surface Cabling
1. ConnecttheCAT5e/6/7cableintotheLinkportoftheLEXunit.
2. ConnecttheCAT5e/6/7cableintotheLinkportoftheREXunit.
With Premise Cabling
1. ConnectaCAT5e/6/7patchcable(notprovided)intotheinformationoutletnearthehostcomputer.
2. Connect the patch cable into the Link port of the LEX unit.
3. ConnectaCAT5e/6/7patchcable(notprovided)intotheinformationoutletneartheUSBdevices.
4. Connect the patch cable into the Link port of the REX unit.
Installing the REX Unit
1. Place the REX unit near the USB device(s).
2. Assemble the power adapter and country specific power cord together and connect them into a
suitable AC outlet.
3. Connect the power adapter to the REX unit.
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