PCAN-USB – User Manual
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Do the following to connect the PCAN-USB adapter to the
computer and complete the initialization:
Note:
Do not use a USB extension cable to connect the PCAN-
USB adapter to the computer. The use of an extension cable
does not comply with the USB specification and can lead to
malfunction of the adapter.
1.
Connect the PCAN-USB adapter to a USB port of the
computer or of a connected USB hub. The computer can
remain powered on.
Windows notifies that new hardware has been detected.
2.
Windows XP only: A Wizard dialog box appears. Follow its
instructions. Deny the search for driver software at
Windows Update and select the automatic software
installation during this procedure.
All Windows operating systems: The drivers are found and
installed by Windows.
3.
Afterwards you can work as user with restricted rights
again.
After the initialization process is finished successfully the red LED
on the PCAN-USB adapter is illuminated.
