StarTech.com USB421HS User manual

USB Sharing Switch

4-to-1 USB 2.0 Peripheral

Sharing Switch

USB421HS

Instruction Manual

Manual Revision:07/28/2010

For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.startech.com

FCC Compliance Statement

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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Table of Contents

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

Packaging Contents............................................................. 1

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

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

Hardware Installation........................................................... 2

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

Software Installation ............................................................ 2

How to Use ............................................................... 3

Switching ............................................................................. 3

Speciﬁcations........................................................... 4

Technical Support.................................................... 5

Warranty Information............................................... 5

Introduction

The USB421HS 4-to-1 USB Switch Box allows for a USB 2.0 device to

be shared with up to 4 different computer systems, without having to

disconnect and reconnect the cabling every time. Push-button controls

makes switching between computers quick and easy, with additional

keyboard hot-key switching and Windows® based software also available.

With no external power adapter required, and with its compact design,

the USB 2.0 data switch takes up very little space and is easily portable.

Backed by a StarTech.com 1-year warranty and free lifetime technical

support.

Packaging Contents

• 1 x USB421HS switch

• 1 x Software Installation CD

• 1 x Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• USB enabled computer systems with an available USB port

• Microsoft®Windows®2000/XP/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit), or

Apple®Mac OS®10.4/10.5/10.6, or Linux®

NOTE: Switching AP software is only Windows compatible

Installation

Hardware Installation

1. Using standard USB A-to-B cables, connect each computer to the

numbered ports on the switch.

2. Connect the USB peripheral to share into the side USB port on the

switch.

Driver Installation

The USB Sharing Switch does not require special drivers to work. Drivers

for the USB peripheral device still need to be installed, if necessary.

Software Installation (Windows only)

The Switching AP software allows for switching the USB peripheral

between ports/computers without physical access to the switch.

1. Upon starting Windows, insert the included Software Installation CD into

the computer’s CD/DVD drive.

2. AutoPlay should automatically launch the Software installation screen. If

not, open “My Computer” and right-click on the CD/DVD drive the disk is

inserted into and select “AutoPlay” or run the setup.exe ﬁle on the CD.

3. Proceed through the installation wizard until completed. Once

completed, there should be a small icon in the System Tray (next to

Clock) for the switching application.

How to Use

Switching

There are three methods to switching the USB peripheral between the

connected computer systems:

• Push Button: pushing the top buttons on the switch itself, directly

connects the USB peripheral to the selected port/computer.

• Hotkeys: pressing <CTRL> + <F11> switches the USB peripheral to the

current computer. Requires the Switching Software to be installed.

• Software: right-clicking the tray icon for the software and selecting

“Switch” will connect the USB peripheral to the current computer.

The Icon will either be green or yellow in color, to indicate the current

state of the switch. When green, the USB peripheral is connected

to the current computer system. When yellow, the USB peripheral is

connected to a different Port/computer.

Specications

Bus Interface USB 2.0

Number of Ports 4

Connectors 1 x USB type A female

4 x USB type B female

LEDs 4 x Port Selection

Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0: 480 Mbps

Switching Modes Push button, Software, Hotkey

Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

Storage Temperature 0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F)

Humidity 0% ~ 90% RH

Dimensions 101.0mm x 50.0mm x 19.0mm

Weight 80 g

Compatible Operating

Systems

Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Server

2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit)*,

Mac OS 10.4/10.5/10.6, Linux

* Switching AP software is only Windows compatible

Technical Support

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.

Warranty Information

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.

Limitation of Liability

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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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