Introduction
This guide provides product information for the USB 2.0 Ranger® 2324 and 2344 models, installation
instructions and troubleshooting guidelines. 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.
Product Contents
Your Ranger 2324/2344 extender system contains:
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LEX (Local Extender)
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REX (Remote Extender)
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USB 2.0 Cable
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REX AC International Power Adapter
• Country Specific Power Cable
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Quick Start Guide
Features
The Ranger 2324/2344 incorporates ExtremeUSB® technology, enabling users to extend USB beyond the
standard 5m cable limit for USB 2.0 peripheral devices. This extender system is composed of two individual
units, the LEX and the REX, and has the following key features:
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Up to 500m of extension when directly connected over multimode fiber (Ranger 2324), and
up to 10km over singlemode fiber (Ranger 2344)
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Support for new USB 3.0 host controllers and devices (up to 480 Mbps)
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Support for all device USB types
USB 3.0 devices will perform at USB 2.0 speeds if extended through the Ranger 2324/44 extender.
The Ranger 2324 only works with multimode fiber, and the Ranger 2344 with singlemode fiber.
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The Ranger 2324/44 includes the ExtremeUSB® suite of features:
• Transparent USB extension
• True plug and play; no software drivers required
• Works with all major operating systems: Windows®, macOS
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and Linux®
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