INSTALLATION
CrystalLink USB3.0 Extender Cable Manual
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Installation Guidelines
Figure 3. USB3.0 extender cable – standard installation
Requirements
To complete installation, you will also require the following items:
USB 3.0 compatible computer (host computer) with a USB 3.0 compliant operating system
USB 3.0 compatible device (e.g. camera or storage drive)
Optional: cable to connect the USB 3.0 device to the CrystalLink Cable Extender (if required, e.g. USB
3.0 camera)
NOTE
: The CrystalLink USB3.0 extender cable will not operate on a USB 2.0 port; please ensure you connect
it to a USB 3.0 port.
Cable Connection
Before you get started, ensure that all the drivers required for your USB 3.0 device(s) are installed.
Plug the USB 3.0 host connector into a USB 3.0 port on your computer.
As required, plug the USB power connector into any USB port on your computer. This step is essential if
your USB 3.0 device is not self-powered or draws more than 2.5W of power.
Attach your USB 3.0 device into the USB 3.0 Type A receptacle at the remote end. AIA USB3 Vision
locking USB connectors are supported if needed.
Conveniently secure your configuration by wrapping the included cable tie around the USB 3.0
receptacle’s two mounting slots.
Figure 4. Completed installation diagram
