Belkin Switch F1U400 User Manual

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4x4 USB  
Peripheral Switch  
Share four USB devices with up to  
four computers  
Belkin Corporation  
501 West Walnut Street  
Compton • CA 90220 • USA  
Tel: 310.898.1100  
Fax: 310.898.1111  
Belkin Components, Ltd.  
Express Business Park • Shipton Way • Rushden  
NN10 6GL • United Kingdom  
Tel: +44 (0) 1933 35 2000  
Fax: +44 (0) 1933 31 2000  
Belkin Components B.V.  
Starparc Building • Boeing Avenue 333  
1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk • The Netherlands  
Tel: +31 (0) 20 654 7300  
Fax: +31 (0) 20 654 7349  
Belkin Components, Ltd.  
7 Bowen Crescent • West Gosford  
NSW 2250 Australia  
Tel: +61 (0) 2 4372 8600  
Fax: +61 (0) 2 4372 8603  
Belkin Tech Support  
US: 310.898.1100 ext. 2263  
800.223.5546 ext. 2263  
Europe: 00 800 223 55 460  
Australia: 1800 666 040  
P74077-D  
User Manual  
© 2002 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered  
trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac OS, Mac, and Macintosh are  
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
F1U400  
 
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OVERVIEW  
OVERVIEW  
Package Contents  
Courtesy Alert  
Belkin 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch  
Software Installation CD  
USB Cable  
User Manual  
Quick Installation Guide  
Registration Card  
The courtesy alert notifies other users that a device is in use. However, it does  
not restrict other users from taking control of the device.  
Equipment  
Cables  
To connect to the Switch, each computer requires a USB device cable (A to B).  
5V DC, 2.5A AC Power Supply  
Feature Overview  
Recommended Belkin Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Device Cables  
F3U133-XX-GLD  
F3U133-XX  
4x4 USB Peripheral Switch Software  
The Switch features a user-friendly software interface that allows you to share up  
to four USB peripherals among up to four connected computers.  
Operating Systems  
Automatic USB Printer Sharing  
The Belkin 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch is for use with computers running:  
The automatic USB printer-sharing feature allows you to send print jobs to your  
printer without using the manual push buttons.  
Platforms  
Windows® 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP  
MaOS 9.x, X.x  
Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Display  
The LED displays on the top panel of the Switch function as status monitors.  
They indicate which device is being accessed by a computer.  
Manual Push-Button Selectors  
Located conveniently on top of the Switch, manual push-button selectors make  
for easy switching and port selection. Each button controls a USB device that  
can be switched to whichever computer port you desire.  
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OVERVIEW  
OVERVIEW  
Unit Display Diagrams  
Bottom View of the 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch  
Top View of the 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch  
Wall  
Mount Slots  
Computer-  
Indicating LEDs  
Push-Button  
Selectors  
Specifications  
Device-  
Indicating LEDs  
Part No.:  
Power:  
F1U400  
5V DC, 2.5A AC Adapter (required)  
USB Device Port Connector:  
USB Computer Port Connector:  
Manual Push Buttons:  
LED Indicators:  
USB Type A Receptacle  
USB Type B Receptacle  
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Back View of the 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch  
DC  
USB Device Ports:  
USB Computer Ports:  
Enclosure:  
Dimensions:  
Weight:  
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5V/ 2.5A  
High-Impact Plastic  
1.9 (H) x 6.0 (W) x 4.3 (D) in.  
0.3 lbs. (136g)  
Computer Ports  
USB Device Ports  
Operating Temp:  
Storage Temp:  
Warranty:  
41° to 104° F (5~40° C)  
-4° to 140° F (-20~60° C)  
1 Year  
Power Jack  
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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INSTALLATION  
INSTALLATION  
Software Installation  
7. Setup will install the files in the folder listed under “Destination Folder.  
To install to this folder, click “Next. To install to a different folder, click  
“Browse” and select another folder.  
Windows  
Before you begin, be sure that:  
1. the Switch is not connected to your computer;  
2. the Switch supports your operating system (see page 3); and  
3. your USB devices are compatible with your connected computers.  
To install the software:  
1. Place the CD in the CD tray in your PC.  
8. When the InstallShield Wizard is complete, click “Finish.  
2. Double-click on “My Computer.  
3. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive.  
4. Double-click on the folder named “F1U400.  
5. Double-click on the file named “Setup.exe.  
6. Click “Next” on the InstallShield Wizard.  
9. A shortcut icon to the 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch software will appear on  
your desktop.  
Note: If the software fails to install successfully, please run “uninstall” for the  
Switch and then reinstall, repeating steps 2-7.  
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INSTALLATION  
INSTALLATION  
Mac OS 9.x  
8. Double-click on the folder named “Belkin USB Peripheral Switch.  
Before you begin, be sure that:  
9. Double-click on the file named “Belkin USB Peripheral Switch” to  
launch software.  
1. The Switch is not connected to your computer;  
2. The Switch supports your operating system (see page 3 of the manual); and  
3. Your USB devices are compatible with your connected computers.  
To install the software:  
1. Place the CD in the CD tray of your Ma computer.  
2. Double-click on the CD-ROM disk located on your desktop.  
3. Drag the icon with the file named “F1U400_.sit” to  
your desktop.  
4. Double-click on the file named “F1U400_.sit.  
5. Open the folder named “F1U400.  
6. Drag the folder named “Belkin” to your desktop.  
In order to begin using the Belkin 4x4 USB Peripheral software, please open the  
Belkin 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch application located in the file named “Belkin.  
The file named “Belkin” is located on the desktop. You are now ready to use your  
Belkin 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch software.  
Note: Automatic printing feature is not supported in Mac OS.  
7. Double-click on the folder named “Belkin.  
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INSTALLATION  
INSTALLATION  
Mac OS X or above  
9. Type your user name and password, then click “OK”.  
Before you begin, be sure that:  
1. The Switch is not connected to your computer;  
2. The Switch supports your operating system (see page 3 of the manual); and  
3. Your USB devices are compatible with your connected computers.  
To install the software:  
1. Place the CD in the CD tray of your Mac computer.  
2. Double-click on the CD-ROM disk located on your desktop.  
3. Drag the icon with the file named “F1U400 Mac OS X files.sit” to  
your desktop.  
10. Click on “Continue” to begin installation.  
11. Select a destination volume to install the Switch software by double-clicking  
on the listed icon.  
4. Double-click on the file named “F1U400 Mac OS X files.sit.  
5. Double-click on the file named “F1U400.dmg.  
6. Double-click on the file named “F1U400.  
7. Double-click on the file named “F1U400.mpkg.  
8. If administrative rights are required, click the lock icon to make changes.  
12. Click on “Continue” to proceed with installation.  
13. Click on “Install” to continue with installation.  
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INSTALLATION  
INSTALLATION  
14. Click on “Continue Installation” to install files.  
Hardware Installation  
15. Click on “Restart” to reboot your computer and proceed with installation.  
Step 1: Connecting Computers to the Switch  
1. Connect the USB cables A-type connector to an available USB port on your  
USB computer.  
16. Double-click on the Macintosh® HD icon on your desktop.  
17. Double-click on the file named “Belkin.  
18. Double-click on the file named “Belkin USB Peripheral Switch.  
19. Drag the icon named “F1U400” to your desktop.  
20. Double-click on the icon named “F1U400.  
DC  
5V/ 2.5A  
2. Connect the USB cables B-type  
connector to an available port on  
your Switch.  
You are now ready to use your Belkin 4X4 USB Peripheral Switch software.  
Note: Automatic printing feature is not supported in Mac OS.  
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each additional USB computer you wish to connect.  
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INSTALLATION  
SWITCHING THROUGH SOFTWARE  
Step 2: Powering On the Switch  
Legend  
Icons for USB Devices  
1. Connect the included 5V DC, 2.5A AC power  
supply adapter into an available power outlet.  
Camera Device  
Hub  
Ethernet  
Device  
Generic  
Device  
Gaming  
Device  
2. Attach the barrel plug into the power jack of the Switch.  
Speakers  
Mass Storage  
Device  
Scanner  
Keyboard  
Printer  
DC  
5V/ 2.5A  
Mouse  
General Basket  
Step 3: Connecting USB Devices to the Switch  
Connect the A-type connector of your  
USB device to an available USB A-type  
port on your Switch.  
Repeat for each additional  
USB device you wish to connect.  
DC  
5V/ 2.5A  
Active Computer Port  
Inactive Computer Port  
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SWITCHING THROUGH SOFTWARE  
SWITCHING THROUGH SOFTWARE  
Switching USB Devices  
Automatic Printing  
Select the 4x4 USB Peripheral Switch icon located on your desktop. To switch  
USB devices, drag the USB device icon from the “General Basket” to the Active  
Computer Port. (Active” refers to a computer connected to the Switch and  
powered on).  
In order to enable automatic printing, double-click on the printer icon located in  
the General Basket. Once enabled, the printer becomes the default printer.  
Courtesy Alert  
In order to enable the courtesy alert, right-click on the USB device icon. This  
feature is only available if the USB device icon is in an active computer port.  
The courtesy alert will only notify other end users that the device is currently  
being used, but will not restrict them from taking control of the device.  
To switch USB devices from computers, drag the USB icon of the desired device  
to the Active Computer Port you wish to switch it to. When dragged, the  
software will indicate the name of the device.  
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SWITCHING THROUGH SOFTWARE  
FAQs  
Naming Your Computers  
Q: Does the Switch support USB 2.0 devices?  
A: Yes, your USB 2.0 device will work with the Switch but will only transfer  
The Switch software will allow you use up to eight characters when naming  
your computers. In order to rename your computers, click “Edit” located on  
the top left corner of the software window.  
data up to 12Mbps.  
Q: Does the Switch support automatic printer sharing?  
A: Yes, all computers connected to the Switch will have the ability to  
print automatically, if the connected printer is set as the default.  
(Printer driver must support your operating system and that printers  
software must be installed on each computer you will be using  
it from.)  
Manual Push-Button Selectors  
Manual push-button selectors will allow you to switch your USB devices to the  
desired computer port at the push of a button. Each device is assigned its  
own push-button selector; in order to switch the device, simply press the  
designated push-button selector of the USB device you wish to switch until  
the device is moved to the desired computer port. The computer-indicating  
LEDs will identify which computer has control of the device.  
Q: What operating systems will the Switch work with?  
A: The Switch will support Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS 9.x  
and X.x.  
Note: The LEDs remain lit for five seconds.  
Q: What is the maximum distance from the Switch that a computer can  
be connected?  
A: Your computer can be connected as far as 15 feet away from the Switch.  
Q: What is the maximum distance from the Switch that a USB device  
can be connected?  
A: The Switch can support USB devices from distances of up to 15 feet.  
(See your USB device manual for more information.)  
Q: What are the specifications for the power supply? Does it come  
with one?  
A: Yes, the Switch comes with the required 5V DC, 2.5A AC power supply.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
INFORMATION  
FCC Statement  
The Switch software does not detect my computer.  
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR  
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY  
Check that the cable between the Switch and the computer is completely  
connected. Tighten any loose connections.  
We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole  
Make sure the connected computer is not further than 15 feet away.  
responsibility that the product:  
F1U400  
Check that the cable between the Switch and the computer is not longer  
than 15 feet.  
to which this declaration relates:  
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Close the software and reopen the application.  
Try connecting the computer to a different port.  
Make sure the power supply is connected to the Switch.  
CE Declaration of Conformity  
We, Belkin Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product F1U400, to which this declaration  
relates, is in conformity with Emissions Standard EN55022 and Immunity Standard EN55024, and LVD EN61000-  
3-2 and EN61000-3-3.  
My USB device is not detected by the Switch software.  
ICES  
Make sure the drivers are installed and that the USB device supports  
the operating system.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
Make sure the connected computer is not further than 15 feet away.  
Make sure the connected USB device is not further than 15 feet away.  
Belkin Corporation Limited One-Year Product Warranty  
Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its warranty period.  
If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is  
returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from  
whom you purchased the product. Proof of purchase may be required.  
Check that the cable between the Switch and the device is not longer  
than 15 feet.  
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication;  
if the product has been modified without the written permission of Belkin; or if any Belkin serial number has  
been removed or defaced.  
Close the software and reopen the application.  
Try connecting the USB device to a different port.  
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL  
OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BELKIN SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,  
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
No Belkin dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to  
this warranty.  
BELKIN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY  
BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS,  
DOWNTIME, GOODWILL, DAMAGE TO OR REPROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED  
IN OR USED WITH BELKIN PRODUCTS.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or exclusions of  
implied warranties, so the above limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.  
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