LevelOne USB-0301 User manual

LevelOne
User Manual
USB-0301
USB Fast Ethernet Adapter
Ver. 1.0

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual provides a beginner's introduction to installing, configuring and using the USB2.0
Ethernet Adapter. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however,
no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject
to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties,
merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always read the safety instructions carefully:
Keep this User’s Manual for future reference
Keep this equipment away from humidity
If any of the following situation arises, get the equipment checked by a service technician:
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
The equipment has not been working well or you cannot get it to work according to the
User’s Manual.
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without permission of the manufacturer.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction.......................................................................................................3
Features.............................................................................................................................3
System Requirements........................................................................................................4
Package Contents..............................................................................................................4
2. Installation.........................................................................................................5
On Windows Operating Systems...............................................................................................5
On Mac Operating Systems.......................................................................................................8
Verifying the Driver Installation.......................................................................................8
on WindowsOperating Systems.............................................................................................8
on MacOperating Systems.....................................................................................................9
4. Specifications..................................................................................................10
5. Regulatory Compliance..................................................................................11
FCC Statement.........................................................................................................................11
CE............................................................................................................................................11
WEEE Information..................................................................................................................11

1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
The USB2.0 Ethernet adapter design with small form factor, and simple
plug-and-play Fast Ethernet network connection capability ,It is the easiest solution
to enable your computer with network capability through an available USB 2.0 port
without going through the hassles to install a network card. for desktops, notebook
PC’s, Ultra-Mobile PC’s, docking stations ,digital-home appliances, and any
embedded system using a standard USB port.
The USB2.0 Ethernet adapter implements a 10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN function
based on IEEE802.3, and IEEE802.3u standards. The USB 2.0 Fast Ethernet
Adapter is also compliant with USB Specification, Revision 2.0. It is fully compatible
with a wide variety of Windowsoperating systems
Features
Compliant with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 specifications
IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX compatible
IEEE 802.3 100BASE-FX compatible
Supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
Supports IEEE 802.3az-2010 (EEE)
Supports Crossover Detection & Auto-Correction
Supports IPv4/ IPv6 packet Checksum Offload Engine(COE) to reduce CPU
loading
Supports full duplex operation with IEEE 802.3x flow control
Support Wake-on-LAN Function via Link-change, Magic packet, MS wakeup
frame
Supports LPM (Link Power Management)

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System Requirements
One available USB port
WindowsXP, Windows7, Windows8; MacOS X 10.5 and later
Package Contents
Before installation, please check the items of the package. The package should
contain the following items:
USB-0301
User Manual

2. Installation
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2. Installation
On Windows Operating Systems
Please Connect the adapter first and then follow the procedures below to install
the driver
1. The installer program will run automatically when the adapter is connected,
Please click on “ Run Setup.EXE ” to start the Driver install.
Notice :
If the setup program didn’t launch well , please check and change the autorun setting in your
system by following steps :
For Windows 8 os :
A. Open “Settings Search” by pressing Windows + W hotkey (if on a tablet, swipe from the
right edge of your screen, tap “Search”, and tap “Settings”).
B. Type “autoplay” and then choose “AutoPlay” from the results on the left.

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C. Scrolling down the screen , and select the Software and games item , then change the
setting to “Ask me every time” , then click save to make the change effective .
For Windows 7 os :
A. Click the Start button to view the Start Menu and then choose the Control Panel option.
B. The Control Panel window opens up. Click on the All Control Panel Items.

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C. Window shows all control panel items. Click on AutoPlay.
D. Scrolling down the screen , and select the Software and games item , then change the
setting to “Ask me every time” , then click save to make the change effective .
2. When the installation is done, a pop-up message will appear in the notification
area indicating the installation is complete.
*Notice: you may encounter the Program Compatibility Assistant box will popup and prompt you to
select , please select " This Program Installed Correctly " to complete the install.

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On Mac Operating Systems
For Mac OS X, no additional driver installation is required. Simply plug the USB
Ethernet adapter to the computer, the system will detect the new device and load
the native driver and it’s ready to use.
Now the installation is completed. You can connect the adapter to a network device
by an Ethernet cable:
1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the adapter.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your network hub, switch or
router.
Verifying the Driver Installation
on WindowsOperating Systems
Once you finish the installation, you can open WindowsDevice Manager to
verify if your EthernetAdapter is properly installed. To access the Device Manager:
On Windows7: Right-click Computer on the desktop and click System
Properties>Device Manager
On WindowsXP: Right-click My Computer on the desktop and click
Properties > (Hardware) > Device Manager.

2. Installation
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In the Network adapters group, an item named Realtek USB FE Family
Controller should be displayed.
If there is a question or exclamation mark next to that item, then the driver is not
properly installed. Please delete the item, select the Delete the driver software for
this device option (if provided), unplug the adapter from your computer and then
repeat the installation steps.
on MacOperating Systems
Plug USB Ethernet adapter onto the USB port of your Mac OSX system and add a
new “USB Ethernet” network interface and then press the [Apply] button to take
effect the new network interface.

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4. Specifications
General
Host Interface
USB 2.0 (1.1 compliant)
Operating System Support
WindowsXP, Windows7, Windows8
MacOS10.5 and later.
Ports and Connectors
Upstream
1 x Upstream USB Standard Type A plug
Ethernet
1 x Ethernet Port (RJ-45 connector)
Power
Power Mode
USB Bus -powered
Power Consumption
Operating Mode: 100 mA
Suspend Mode : 1 mA
Physical Specifications
Housing Material
ABS (Plastic)
Dimensions
Main body without cable: 50 mm (L) x 22 mm(W)x 14.7 mm (H)
Main body without cable: 168 mm (L) x 22 mm(W)x 14.7 mm (H)
Weight
Approximately 36 g (including cable)
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
10-40°C
Storage Temperature
-10~80°C
Relative Humidity
< 85% non-condensing
Regulatory Compliances
Safety, EMI
FCC, CE
RoHS
RoHS compliant
* Specification is subject to change without further notice.

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5. Regulatory Compliance
FCC Statement
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.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
CE
This device complies with the following regulations:
EN 55 022: CLASS B
WEEE Information
For EU (European Union) member users:
According to the WEEE (Waste electrical and electronic equipment) Directive, do not
dispose of this product as household waste or commercial waste. Waste electrical and
electronic equipment should be appropriately collected and recycled as required by
practices established for your country. For information on recycling of this product,
please contact your local authorities, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.