7-Port
USB 2.0
Aluminum
Hub
User manual
1. Introduction:
The 7-Port USB 2.0 Aluminum Hub conveniently adds seven high speed
USB 2.0 ports to your desktop or notebook computer. The slim form factor
saves space while the port placement and hard-mountable metal base keep
the hub in place even when several USB devices are connected. The
hub easily slides out of the base making it convenient to travel with as well.
The 7-Port USB 2.0 Aluminum Hub can be self-powered from the USB port
or utilize the included power supply. Add additional hubs to support up to
127 devices. Whether you are downloading or transferring spreadsheets,
MP3 files, digital pictures, or video streams- the Port Authority2 7-Port USB
2.0 Aluminum Hub will make connecting several high speed USB 2.0
devices hassle-free.
2. Features:
¾ One upstream port and seven downstream ports
¾ Removable aluminum base can be hard-mounted to your desk
¾ Slim design saves space on your desktop
¾ Connect up to 127 USB devices by daisy-chaining hubs
¾ Fully compatible with USB 2.0 Specification
¾ Fully backward Compatible with USB 1.1 Specification
¾ Supports transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps
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Supports self-powered mode or included AC power adapter
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Downstream ports have automatic connect and speed detection
function plus
over-current protection with auto recovery
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Supports Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP and Mac OS X or higher
3. System Requirements
¾ USB Interface: one free USB port.
¾ OS: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP and MAC 8.6/9.X/10.X
4. Package List
¾ 7-Port USB 2.0 Aluminum Hub
¾ 3ft (Approx.) USB 2.0 A Male to USB Mini-B Male Cable
¾ DC 5V, 2A power supply
¾ User manual
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5. Software Installation
¾ Windows 98SE:
1) The system will detect the hub and run “Add New Hardware Wizard.”
2) Press “Next” to proceed to the next screen.
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3) Check the box to “Search for the best driver for your device” and press “Next”.
4) Leave all fields unchecked and press “Next” to advance to the next screen.
5) As you see the following screen, please press “Next”.
6) As you see the following screen, please press “Finish”.
¾ Windows ME/2000/XP:
Need no driver installation.
6. Verification
You can verify successful installation of your 7-Port USB 2.0 Hub by clicking on “My
Computer” then “View system information” then “Device Manager”. You should see
“Universal Serial Bus Controllers” in the “Device Manager” sheet.
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