Belkin F5U021 User Manual

USB 4 Port Hub F5U021
Q: How do I install the USB hub in Windows or Mac?
• First turn on your computer, then with nothing plugged into the hub, plug it into your
PC or Mac. The computer should automatically install the USB hub drivers. For
PCs, Windows may ask for the Win95/98 CD ROM. The four port lights should light
up.
Q: Why use a USB hub?
• Using a USB Hub allows you to increase the number of USB devices that you can
attach to a USB port.
Q: What operating systems will the USB ExpressBus work with?
• Windows 95 Rev B, Windows 98 and Windows 2000, Mac OS 8.1 or higher.
Q: Does it require software or drivers?
• No, it not does require software or drivers. If your computer already has USB drivers
and support then all you should have to do is plug it into an open USB port.
Q: How can I tell if my computer is USB ready?
• Make sure the USB interface for your computers CMOS has been enabled (follow
instructions in your computer user’s manual on how to configure your CMOS).
• Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel, System and click on Device Manager. You
should have the last device as USB Serial Bus Controller. When you click on it you
should have the USB Universal Host Controller and USB Root Hub.
• If you don’t have these 2 drivers then you need to contact your computer
manufacturer.
Q: What is the maximum distance between each connected device when connecting
the USB hubs.
• 5 meters
Q. What are the specs for the power supply? Does it come with one?

Belkin F5U021 Specifications

General

Type	USB Switch
Ports	4
Power Supply	Bus-powered
Compatibility	Windows, Mac
USB Version	USB 1.1

Summary

USB Hub Installation and Usage

Installing the USB Hub

Install the USB hub into your PC or Mac; the computer should automatically install drivers.

Purpose of a USB Hub

A USB hub increases the number of USB devices connectable to a single USB port.

Supported Operating Systems

Compatible with Windows 95 Rev B, 98, 2000, and Mac OS 8.1 or higher.

Software and Driver Requirements

No additional software or drivers are required if the computer has existing USB support.

Verifying USB Readiness

Check CMOS settings and Device Manager for USB Universal Host Controller and Root Hub.

Maximum Connection Distance

The maximum distance between connected devices is 5 meters.

Power Supply Specifications

The hub comes with a 7.5 Volts DC, 2.1A power supply.

USB Hub Power Modes

Identifying Power Mode

Locate the switch on the side of the hub to select between Bus-powered and Self-powered modes.

Understanding Power Modes

Self-powered uses an external adapter for power-hungry devices; Bus-powered uses computer USB port power.

Downstream Power Output

Self-powered provides 500mA per port; Bus-powered provides 100mA per port.

USB Hub Performance and Connectivity

Data Transfer Rate

Supports full speed (12Mbps) and low speed (1.5 Mbps) data transfer rates.

Maximum Device Connectivity

Cascading hubs allows connection of up to 127 devices to a single USB port.