StarTech.com ICUSB232HUB2 User manual

USB to RS232 Adapter 2 Port USB Hub

ICUSB232HUB2 Instruction Manual

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2 Port USB to RS232 Adapter / 2 Port USB Hub

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Windows 2000/XP/2003 Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operating Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 2 Port USB to RS232 Adapter / 2 Port USB

Hub. The perfect addition to newer computers that offer little or no serial connectivity, this

device allows you to add two USB and two RS232 serial ports to a host computer, using

a single, existing USB port.

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•USB 1.1 and 2.0 Compliant

Features

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System requirements:

•Operating systems supported: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Windows Vista

Package contents:

•1 x USB to RS232 Adapter / USB Hub

This package should contain:

•1 x Instruction manual

•1 x Driver CD

•An available USB 2.0 Port

•Supports Low-Speed (LS), High-Speed(HS) and Full-Speed (FS) data traffic

•Supports the standard RS-232 Serial Interface

Instruction Manual

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With the power to the host computer turned on:

1. Situate the hub near the host computer.

2. Insert the USB type ‘B’ connector from the USB cable (included) into the

corresponding port on the side panel of ICUSB232HUB2. Insert the remaining con-

nector from the USB cable into an available USB port on the host computer.

1. Once ICUSB232HUB2 has been connected to the host computer, Windows will

indicate that it has found new hardware in a message balloon originating in the

taskbar (normally the bottom right corner of the display, near the clock):

Driver Installation

Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 Server

2. Windows will then begin the installation process by launching the Found New

Hardware Wizard. When the Welcome screen appears, insert the accompanying

Driver CD, select Install from a list or specific location (advanced) then click Next.

3. On the screen that follows, please select Search for the best driver in these

locations, and ensure that there is a checkmark next to Include this location in the

search. Here, you can click on the Browse button, and browse to the file to specify

the correct location (d:\Windows_drv). Once the file has been selected, please click

on Next to continue.

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4. Once Windows locates the correct file, a Hardware Installation warning will apear. Click

on Continue Anyway. Please note that the software that has been packaged with

ICUSB232HUB2 has been thoroughly tested for compatibility and functionality:

Wait for Windows to locate the file on the Driver CD:

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5. Windows will then complete the installation for the Prolific USB-to-Serial Bridge.

Please click on Finish:

6. You will then be prompted to perform steps 1-5 again. Please do so, and when

prompted (as in step 5), please click on Finish.

7. Once the software installation has completed, please browse to the Device Manager,

to ensure that the added ports have been recognized. To perform this step, please click

on Start, right-click on My Computer and select Manage. This will launch the

Computer Management window; in the left pane, please click on Device Manager.In

the right pane, click on Ports (COM & LPT) followed by Universal Serial Bus

Controllers, where you should see:

Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port

(x2) and Generic USB Hub should

be listed, upon successful installation

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Windows Vista

1. Once ICUSB232HUB2 has been connected to the host computer, Windows will

indicate that it has found new hardware and needs to install driver software. Please

ensure that the host computer is connected to the Internet, and select Locate and

install driver software (recommended):

2. The operating system will automatically locate, download and install the necessary

files:

3. Once the software has been downloaded and installed, you will be notified that Your

devices are ready to use. Click Close to complete installation.

4. To verify that the necessary software has been installed and that ICUSB232HUB2 is

properly detected by the host system:

Click here

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Click on Start, right-click on the Computer icon and select Manage. In the left pane of

the Computer Management window that appears, click on Device Manager, where you

should see the following:

Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port

(x2) and Generic USB Hub should

be listed, upon successful installation

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A ICUSB232HUB2 provides bus-powered operation and does not require a power

adapter connection. Although an optional step, you may wish to use a 5V DC 1.2A

power adapter, to ensure that the peripherals connected to ICUSB232HUB2 receive

enough power. If you find that connected devices are performing poorly, this could be

the cause.

B Poor USB peripheral performance could be a result of the ports becoming overloaded.

Please remove and re-connect the USB HUB to the computer to refresh the ports.

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StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide

industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit

www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,

documentation, and downloads.

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This product is backed by a one-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its

products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following

the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or

replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and

labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages

arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

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In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the

actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of

incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions

contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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Certifications FCC, CE, ROHS

Connectors

2 X USB A MALE

1 X USB B FEMALE

2 X DB9 MALE

1 x 5V DC 1.2A

OS Support Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Windows Vista

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