B&B Electronics UEC100M/4 Introduction, Ulinx Extender Product Contents, About the Ulinx Extender

Introduction

This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the Ulinx Extender model . 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.

Ulinx Extender Product Contents

When you open your Ulinx Extender for the first time you should find the following items:

•Ulinx Extender User Guide

•Local Unit

•Remote Unit

•AC power adapter

•USB cable (2m long)

To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with the product:

•USB 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 100m.

Manual Documentation Number: UEC100M/4-2305 1

About the Ulinx Extender

The Ulinx Extender breaks the five-meter distance barrier for the connection of USB peripheral devices and allows users to enjoy the benefits of USB technology beyond the desktop. With the Ulinx Extender, USB devices can be located up to 100 meters from the host computer. In addition, the Ulinx Extender can supply power to remote low-power or high-power USB devices.

The Ulinx Extender is composed of two individual units, the Local Unit and the Remote Unit.

The Local Unit

The Local Unit connects to the host computer using a conventional USB cable. Depending on your needs, it also connects to a power outlet through an AC power adapter.

Front View

1	3	5
				6
2		4
1 Host LED			4 Link Port (RJ45)
2 Host Port (USB Type B)			5 Power LED
3 Link LED			6 Power connector

NOTE: The power adapter for the Ulinx Extender can be connected to either the Local Unit or to the Remote Unit, as convenient. With the Ulinx Extender UEC100M/4, the location of the power adapter also depends on whether you are connecting high-power or low- power USB devices. (See Power Handling on page 4).

2 Manual Documentation Number: UEC100M/4-2305

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B&B Electronics Mfg Co Inc – 707 Dayton Rd - PO Box 1040 - Ottawa IL 61350 - Ph 815-433-5100 - Fax 815-433-5104 – www.bb-elec.comB&B Electronics – Westlink Commercial Park – Oranmore, Galway, Ireland – Ph +353 91-792444 – Fax +353 91-792445 – www.bb-europe.com