Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com USB 2.0 to 10/100M Ethernet adapter. Now
you can communicate with 10BaseT and 100BaseTX Ethernet networks using your USB
port. This product is ideal for notebook and desktop computers where Ethernet ports are
not an option. The USB2100S is installed without having to open your computer and it
can be connected or disconnected without rebooting the computer. The USB2100S is
perfect for notebook computer users, small/home offices, departmental networks or
network game players.
Features
• Communicates with 10BaseT Ethernet and 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet standards
• Offers the most convenient way of attaching your laptop computer to an Ethernet
network
• Eliminates the need for NIC card installation or expensive PCMCIA cards
• Provides easy installation and setup; plug the adapter into a USB port and connect to
the Ethernet using an RJ45 network cable
• Allows users to share peripherals, transfer files and share a connection to the Internet
• Works with all network-enabled applications
• Powered by the USB bus; no external power source required
• Built-in LED indicators show connection speed, link and activity for easy network
diagnostics
• Supports Full-Duplex Ethernet connections
• Greater flexibility with adapter’s compact size
• Backed by StarTech.com’s lifetime warranty
Before You Begin
To ensure a quick and easy adapter installation, please read through this section carefully
before attempting to install the adapter.
System Requirements
• Windows 98/Me/2000/XP or Linux
• An open USB port
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Contents
This package should contain:
• 1 x USB 2.0 to 10/100 Ethernet Adapter
• 1 x driver disk
Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of your USB 2.0 to 10/100 Ethernet
Adapter. Please read through the instructions carefully and complete each step in the
order listed.
1. Plug the adapter into your computer’s USB port.
2. Attach the adapter to your hub/switch/other computer using a Category 5 or better
UTP patch cable (not included).
NOTE:
StarTech.com carries a wide range of Ethernet cables in various colors and
lengths. For more information on these products, as well as tips and ideas for setting up
and running your network, visit http://www.startech.com and click on the Networking
tab near the top of the screen.
Installing the Drivers
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
NOTE:
Depending on your version of Windows and the configuration of your system,
the instructions below may not be identical to what you see on your screen.
1. Make sure that the adapter is properly connected to your computer, and turn your
system on.
2. Windows will automatically detect the new hardware and a dialog box will appear.
Click
Next
.
3. Insert the driver disk into your disk drive. Select “Search for a suitable driver for my
device (Recommended)” and click
Next
.
4. Select “
Floppy disk drives
” and type “a:\” and click
Next
.
5. A message will appear saying that Windows has found an appropriate driver for
your device. Click
Next
. The installation process will begin. You may be required to
supply your Windows installation or setup disks at this time.
6. Click
Finish
to complete the installation.
7. Choose “
Yes
” when asked if you would like to reboot your system.
Linux
Linux users should consult the “
Guide
” file available on the driver disk.
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