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MAN020 Rev Date July 14, 2004
USB IP Extender
Network Attached USB Hub
Installation and Operation Manual
XTENDEX
TM
Series
NETWORK
TECHNOLOGIES
INCORPORATED
Tel:330-562-7070
Fax:330-562-1999
1275 Danner Dr
Aurora, OH 44202
www.nti1.com
NTI
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MAN020 Rev Date July 14, 2004
Warranty Information
The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is one (1) year from the date of purchase. Please contact Network
Technologies Inc at (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070 or visit our website at http://www.nti1.com for
information regarding repairs and/or returns. A return authorization number is required for all repairs/returns.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2004 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
CHANGES
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the
right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
Trademarks--XTENDEX is a trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.
MAN020 Rev Date July 14, 2004
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................1
Materials..........................................................................................................................................................................1
Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................2
Cable Connections ......................................................................................................................................................2
Driver Installation.........................................................................................................................................................3
Configuring the XTENDEX ..........................................................................................................................................3
Configure the CPU.......................................................................................................................................................5
Uninstalling the Drivers................................................................................................................................................5
Interpreting the Status Lights ..........................................................................................................................................6
System Status LED......................................................................................................................................................6
Hub LEDs ....................................................................................................................................................................6
Using the Configuration Utility.........................................................................................................................................6
Status Indicators..........................................................................................................................................................7
File Menu: Preferences................................................................................................................................................7
Edit Menu: Connection List..........................................................................................................................................7
Edit Menu: Discovery List............................................................................................................................................7
Command Menu: Configure ........................................................................................................................................7
Command Menu: Connect...........................................................................................................................................7
Command Menu: Event Log........................................................................................................................................7
Command Menu: Reboot.............................................................................................................................................7
View Menu: Driver Information ....................................................................................................................................7
View Menu: Refresh (F5).............................................................................................................................................7
Understanding Hubs........................................................................................................................................................8
Interconnection Cable Wiring Method.............................................................................................................................8
Regulatory and Other Information...................................................................................................................................9
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................................................11
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1- Power connector polarity....................................................................................................................................................2
Figure 2- Connect the XTENDEX to a LAN .......................................................................................................................................2
Figure 3- XTENDEX Configuration Utility...........................................................................................................................................3
Figure 4- Use the Configure screen to configure the XTENDEX .......................................................................................................4
Figure 5- Use the Discovery List Manager to find XTENDEXs ..........................................................................................................5
Figure 6- XTENDEX Configuration Utility...........................................................................................................................................6
Figure 7- Example of a typical hub configuration...............................................................................................................................8
Figure 8- View looking into RJ45 female............................................................................................................................................8
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INTRODUCTION
The XTENDEX™ USB IP Extender Network Attached USB Hub (XTENDEX) allows five USB peripheral devices to be connected
anywhere on a wired or wireless LAN, while eliminating the need for locally-attached CPUs. Software drivers are loaded onto a
CPU or server, enabling remote devices to communicate with the CPU, without changing existing application software. USB
peripheral devices can be centrally managed and monitored from a remote server or CPU via an IP address.
The XTENDEX is ideal for retailers--relocating the CPU to a back office or other remote location allows for smaller point-of-sale
stations, centralized management, reduced IT support and instant system redundancy. Kiosk, ATM or pay-at-the-pump
manufacturers can eliminate the CPU inside the enclosure, reducing concerns of extreme changes in temperature or humidity.
The XTENDEX is also useful for restaurant kitchens, access control systems, industrial automation or any environment that is
volatile, not secure or where having an onsite CPU is not practical.
Features:
• Extends USB cabling distance beyond five meters.
• Creates systems redundancy and increases security since the CPU can be placed in a remote location.
• Access and monitor devices over a TCP/IP connection.
• Simplifies operations and reduces IT support.
• Supports true plug-and-play functionality.
• Remote configuration utility.
• Field-upgradeable software and firmware.
• One static (fixed) IP address per unit.
• LEDs for system and device status.
• USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0 compatible.
• Up to eight USB-IP units supported per server.
• Two Open Host Controller Interface (OHCI) controllers
Local Compatibility
• Compatible with bulk or interrupt type USB devices
• Bar-code scanners, printers, fingerprint scanners, mice, pole displays, card readers, etc.
• USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0 compatible (USB 2.0 devices operate in the 12Mbps mode)
• Data rates up to 12Mbps per USB port
Remote Compatibility
• Compatible with PCs using Windows 2000/NT/XP
Local Area Network (LAN) Connection
• RJ45 connection.
• Supports 10/100 Base-T using CAT5 UTP cable
MATERIALS
Materials Supplied with this kit:
1- NTI XTENDEX USB IP Extender
1- 120VAC or 240VAC at 50 or 60Hz-5VDC/3.0A AC Adapter
1- CD with software and the manual
Materials Not Supplied, BUT REQUIRED:
A CAT5/5e/6 unshielded twisted-pair cable terminated with RJ45 connectors wired straight thru- pin 1 to pin 1, etc. (see pg. 8 for
proper EIA/TIA 568 B wiring method)
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INSTALLATION
Cable Connections
To connect the XTENDEX to a network:
1. Connect an CAT5 ethernet network cable to the XTENDEX at the connector marked "ETHERNET". Then connect
the other end of the ethernet cable to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a 10/100 BaseT switch or hub.
2. Connect one end of the power supply* into the back of the XTENDEX and the other end into an AC outlet.
*Power to this product may be supplied by a UL Listed Direct Plug-In Power Unit marked “Class 2” or a UL listed power supply
rated with a minimum rating of 5 V dc 2.5 A if used in the U.S. and Canada or a power supply with similar rating and approved by
your local safety code if it is used elsewhere. For polarity, see the following:
Figure 1- Power connector polarity
Figure 2- Connect the XTENDEX to a LAN
Barrel
(Inside
barrel)
(Outside
barrel)
Power Connector
2.1 mm x 5.5 mm Female
5VDC @ 2.5A OUTPUT
ETHERNET
12345
REAR VIEW OF XTENDEX USB IP EXTENDER
RJ45 Male Connector
LAN
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Driver Installation
(For Wndows XP, 2000, and NT4.0 Users)
The drivers must be installed using an account with administrative privileges.
1. Insert the USB IP Extender CD into the CD Drive of a CPU connected to the LAN.
2. If the CD does not automatically start, from the Start menu click Run and browse the drive that contains the CD. Click
on intro.html.
3. A "CD Contents" screen will allow you to view and print this guide, install the drivers, and check the NTI website for the
latest information.
4. Click the "Install Drivers" link to start the install process. Then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation of the XTENDEX.
After installing the drivers the XTENDEX Network Attached USB Hub Configuration Utility automatically starts so that the user
can configure the XTENDEX.
Configuring the XTENDEX
For initial configuration, the XTENDEX must be connected to the same local area network as the configuration PC. Note
also that the XTENDEX cannot function behind firewalls.
In order to configure your XTENDEX:
1. Launch the Network Attached USB Hub Configuration Utility from the Start menu. The utility displays a list of
discovered XTENDEX on your local subnet. A new XTENDEX will have a default IP address of 0.0.0.0. The
XTENDEX must be configured before it can be used on a network.
2. After the Network Attached USB Hub Configuration Utility has been launched, it will reside in the system tray.
To open the utility, double click on the Inside Out Networks icon in the system tray.
FYI: If you try to start the Utility from the start menu and it does not launch, check the system tray.
3. Each XTENDEX can be identified by its IP Address. If the XTENDEX is unconfigured, then the serial
number can be used for identification. Unconfigured XTENDEXs are listed separately. For example, the
XTENDEX with serial number V314F002A below has not yet been configured.
Figure 3- XTENDEX Configuration Utility
(Inside Out Networks
icon
)
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4. To discover XTENDEXs on other networks, see “Using the Configuration Utility Program” on page 7.
5. Double click on the XTENDEX or select the XTENDEX and press the Configure button to set the IP
address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway.
6. Enter a Device Name that easily identifies the
XTENDEX.
7. Enter the IP address and Subnet Mask. Contact your
Network Administrator for IP address assignment.
8. Enter the Gateway for your network. In a network using
subnets, the Gateway is the router that forwards
traffic to a destination outside of the subnet of the
XTENDEX device.
9. For the changes to take effect you must click on the
Update button to reset the XTENDEX.
Figure 4- Use the Configure screen to configure the XTENDEX
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Configure the CPU
To configure a CPU to access the XTENDEX:
1. Launch the XTENDEX Configuration Utility from the Start menu. The utility displays a list of all XTENDEX
Concentrators on your local subnet and on any subnet configured in the Discovery List.
2. After the XTENDEX Configuration Utility has been launched it will reside in the system tray (the icons in the lower right
corner of the monitor near the time-of-day display). To open the utility, double click on the Inside Out Networks icon in
the system tray. If you try to start the Utility from the start menu and it does not launch, try using the icon in the system
tray.
3. The Configuration Utility automatically discovers XTENDEXs on the local subnet. To discover XTENDEXs on other
networks, their network address must be added to the Discovery list. Select “Discovery List” from the “Edit” menu. Add
the Subnet addresses to the Discovery List Manager. For example, to add the Class C network 10.21.1, enter
10.21.1.255.
Note: A connected router must be configured to pass subnet broadcasts.
4. When the subnet address has been added to the Discovery
List, click on the Close button to save the list. The screen will
refresh within a few seconds.
5. Select an XTENDEX and press the Connect button to add the
XTENDEX’s IP address to the Connection List. The CPU then
attempts to connect to the XTENDEX. For a list of the
XTENDEXs to which you are currently configured to connect,
select “Connection List” from the “Edit” menu.
6. The Found New Hardware Wizard prompts the user to search
for the drivers: one time for the Remote Hub and two times
each for the USB Host Controllers and the USB Root Hubs.
Select the “Install software automatically (Recommended)”
option and click the Next button. If you get the warning
message indicating that the drivers have not yet passed
Windows Logo Testing, click the Continue Anyway button.
Figure 5- Use the Discovery List Manager to find XTENDEXs
Uninstalling the Drivers
To uninstall the XTENDEX drivers
1. Launch the XTENDEX Configuration Utility from the Start menu.
2. Select Preferences from the File menu and click on the Uninstall button. The CPU must be rebooted in order to
complete the driver removal.
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INTERPRETING THE STATUS LIGHTS
The XTENDEX has 6 LEDs on the front panel, the System Status LED and 5 hub LEDs. Each LED is capable of displaying 3
colors- red, green, or orange.
System Status LED
On initial power up the System Status LED is orange for 2 seconds while the system initializes. The System Status LED
will blink green once the system is initialized.
Hub LEDs
.
LED Pattern Indication
Green hunting pattern across all LEDs Not connected to a host.
Orange alternating on ports 1-3-5 and 2-4
Updating image in Flash. Do not remove power from
XTENDED while flash is being updated. Doing so
will damage the XTENDEX.
Solid Green Hub port is powered
Green over Red hunting pattern Call NTI customer service
USING THE CONFIGURATION UTILITY
The XTENDEX Network Attached USB Hub Configuration Utility displays Extenders grouped by their subnet. The Utility
automatically discovers Extenders on the local subnet. To discover Extenders on other networks, add their network address to the
Discovery list. (See "Configure the CPU" on page 5. ) Select “Discovery List” from the “Edit” menu. Add Subnet addresses to the
Discovery List Manager. For example, to add the Class C network 10.21.1, you must enter 10.21.1.255.
Note: A connected router must be configured to pass subnet broadcasts.
Figure 6- XTENDEX Configuration Utility
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Status Indicators
The USB icon to the left of each XTENDEX listed in the configuration screen is colored to indicate status.
Icon Color Legend:
(Green) Available for Connection
(Gray, Bold Text) Connected to this computer
(Gray) In use by other CPU
(Red) Firmware is being updated
Extender IP Address has not yet been configured
File Menu: Preferences
Allows you to disable or modify the frequency in which the utility updates its discovered XTENDEX list. Enables the logging of
driver events to the system event log and allows you to uninstall the drivers
Edit Menu: Connection List
Contains the IP addresses of the XTENDEXs to which this CPU will try to connect. When an IP address is added to this list, the
CPU immediately tries to connect to the associated XTENDEX. If an IP address of an XTENDEX in this list is deleted, all USB
devices attached to that XTENDEX will be removed from this CPU.
Edit Menu: Discovery List
Contains a list of subnet addresses of remote networks where the configuration utility will search for XTENDEXs.
Command Menu: Configure
Allows the setup of TCP/IP parameters in the XTENDEX. This IP address can also be added to the XTENDEX Connection List by
checking the "Connect to this Concentrator" check box.
Command Menu: Connect
Adds the IP address of the XTENDEX to the Connection List.
Command Menu: Event Log
Retrieves event information from XTENDEX. Use this to gather information for Technical Support.
Command Menu: Reboot
Causes the XTENDEX to reboot.
View Menu: Driver Information
Displays the version numbers of the XTENDEX drivers and allows the drivers to be uninstalled.
View Menu: Refresh (F5)
Updates the Discovered Concentrator List (list of XTENDEXs found) .
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UNDERSTANDING HUBS
Hubs, critical components in the plug-and-play architecture, are wiring concentrators that enable the attachment of multiple
devices, thus converting a single attachment point into multiple attachment points. USB architecture allows a cascaded multiple
hub configuration with certain power limitations (explained later in this section). See figure 7.
Figure 7- Example of a typical hub configuration
Each hub has an upstream port, connecting to the host, and multiple downstream ports, connecting to downstream devices,
including other hubs. A hub can detect attachment and detachment of downstream devices and enable and monitor the
distribution of the power to downstream devices via their integral hardware and the operating system.
Each USB device reports its power requirements to the operating system, which then enables and disables the device as a
function of its power requirements and the amount of available power. High-speed devices typically need to be connected to a
self-powered hub, which obtains power from its external power supply and provides up to 500 mA for each downstream port. Only
simple devices, such as a mouse, can be connected to a bus-powered hub, which obtains power from its upstream host and
provides up to 100 mA for each downstream port.
Due to the limited available power for bus-powered hubs, cascading two bus-powered hubs is an illegal topology, and devices
connected to the second hub will not function. (USB specifications limit the connection of a bus-powered hub to a self-powered
hub or host only.)
According to the USB Specification, the maximum limit of hubs cascaded in series cannot exceed five. In other words, you may
have a maximum of five hubs between any device and the host. This does NOT mean that the maximum number of hubs in a
system is five. Indeed, up to seven hubs can be connected parallel at any given level. You must tally both external and embedded
hubs when counting downstream hubs.
INTERCONNECTION CABLE WIRING METHOD
The connection cable between the XTENDEX and the LAN is terminated with RJ45 connectors and must be wired according to
the EIA/TIA 568 B industry standard. Wiring is as per the table and drawing below.
Pin Wire Color Pair Function
1 White/Orange 2 T
2 Orange 2 R
3 White/Green 3 T
4Blue 1 R
5 White/Blue 1 T
6 Green 3 R
7 White/Brown 4 T
8Brown 4 R
Figure 8- View looking into RJ45 female
T
1
+
R
2
-
T
3
+
R
4
-
T
5
+
R
6
-
T
7
+
R
8
-
Pair 2 Pair 1
Pair 4
Pair 3
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REGULATORY AND OTHER INFORMATION
Copyright
Copyright © 2004 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
Changes
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the
right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
For U.S. Government use:
Any provision of this document and associated computer programs to the U.S. Government is with "Restricted Rights." Use,
duplication, or disclosure by the government is subject to the restrictions set forth in, subparagraph © (1) (ii) of the Rights in
Technical Data and Computer Software clause of DFARS 52.277-7013.
For non-U.S. Government use:
These programs are supplied under a license. They may be used, disclosed, and/or copied only as supplied under such license
agreement. Any copy must contain the above copyright notice and restricted rights notice. Use, copying, and/or disclosure of the
programs is strictly prohibited unless otherwise provided for in the license agreement.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulatory Information (USA only)
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 correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a circuit different from the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: The connection of a non-shielded interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification for this device.
FCC Regulation - Part 15 Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
This device complies with the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations listed below:
FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B for a digital device.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Department of Communication (DOC) EN 55022 Class B Notice (Canada only)
(1994 w/A1 1995)
This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouiller du Canada.
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European Community - CE Mark
Declaration of Conformity (DOC)
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45014
Manufacturer’s Name: Inside Out Networks
Manufacturer’s Addr.:
7004 Bee Caves Rd., Bldg. 3
Ste. 200, Austin
TX 78746 USA
declares that the product
Product Name: AnywhereUSB
Model Number(s): 301-1130-01
Product Options: All
conforms to the relevant EU Directives listed here:
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC | Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC Amending Directive 93/68 EEC using the relevant section of the
following EU standards and other normative documents:
Safety: IEC 950:1991 +A1, A2, A3, A4 EN 60950:1992 + A1, A2, A3, A4 EMC
The following summarizes the specifications and requirements for EN55024, EN55022 Class B & CISPR 22 Class B emission and
immunity tests. If the actual test levels are higher or different than required, these levels are listed in the appropriate tables.
EN 55022 Class B (1994 w/A1 1995)
Test Specification
EN55024
Requirement
Electrostatic
Discharge
EN61000-4-2 +4 kV contact +8kV air
Radiated Immunity EN61000-4-3 3 V/m
Electrical Fast
Transient Burst
EN61000-4-4 1kV (A/C), .5kV (I/O)
Surge EN61000-4-5 2kV common mode
1kV differential mode
Conducted Immunity EN61000-4-6 3V rms
Magnetic Immunity EN61000-4-8 1 A/m Not Applicable
Voltage Dips &
Interrupts
EN61000-4-11 >95%, 30% & >95%
EN55024 (1998)
Test Specification EN55022 Requirement
Radiated Emissions — Class B
Conducted Emissions CISPR 22 Class B
UL/CSA Safety Information
This device complies with the requirements of the following safety standards:
UL 1950, 3
rd
edition
CSA No. 950
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply 120VAC or 240VAC at 50 or 60Hz-5VDC/3.0A AC Adapter
Ambient Temperature 32° to 140° F (0° to 60° C)
Relative Humidity 0% to 95% (non-condensing)
Size (In.) WxDxH 7.2x4.35x1.03 (18.29 cm x 11.05 cm x 2.61 cm)
Weight 10 oz (283.49 g)
Operating Systems Windows XP,XP Embedded, NT4.0, NT Embedded, 2000, Server 2003
Ethernet Connector RJ45 Female
Device Connectors (4) USB Type A Female
/