XHub for Notebooks User’s Guide

Installing USBControl

USBControl is a software utility that helps you easily manage your USB peripherals. Using USBControl, you can find information on device performance and status, and get detailed device information and troubleshooting help.

To install USBControl, insert the XHub for Notebooks CD into your CD-ROM and follow the on-screen instructions.

Note: USBControl runs with Adaptec USB 2.0 controllers, and on Windows OSs only.

Plugging in Your Devices

Follow the picture below to connect your USB 1.1 and 2.0 devices to your XHub for Notebooks. You can plug devices into any of the four USB ports.

USB device cable

USB Device into USB

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Note: USB 1.1 devices won’t operate at USB 2.0 speeds, even if they’re connected to USB 2.0 hubs or controllers. Your XHub must be connected to a USB 2.0 port for it and your USB 2.0 devices to operate at USB 2.0 speeds. (See USB 1.1 vs USB 2.0 on page 11 for more information, and Macintosh Operating Systems on page 7 for special limitations for Macintosh users.)

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