CHAPTER 2: Introduction
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2. Introduction
This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the Remote Port
USB 2.0 4-Port. 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 give additional information that could make installation easier.
2.1 Product
Contents
When you open your product for the first time you should find the following
items:
•
Remote Port USB 2.0 4-Port User Guide
•
Local Unit
•
Remote Unit
•
AC power adapter (2)
•
USB cable (2 meters long)
To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that
are not included with the product:
•
USB 2.0 compatible computer
•
USB device
•
Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with two RJ45
connectors (if using surface cabling),
OR,
Category 5 UTP cabling with two information outlets and two
Category 5 UTP patch cords with RJ45 connectors (if using
premise cabling)
NOTE
The maximum length of the Category 5 UTP cable, including patch cords, must not exceed 50 meters. The
combined length of any patch cords using stranded conductors must not exceed 10 meters.
All references to Category 5 UTP cable in this document represent the minimum requirement.
Category 5E, Category 6 or better UTP cable may be substituted.
Use only the AC adapters supplied with the Remote Port USB 2.0 4-Port. Use of substitute adapters may
cause permanent damage to the system and will void the warranty.
