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USB 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Adapter
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Introduction
Features………………………………………………………………...1
Hardware Installation
Package Contents…………………………………………….……….2
Connecting the HUF11………………………………………………..2
Driver Installation
Driver installation for Windows 98…………………………...…….. .3
Driver installation for Windows 2000….……………………………..3
Driver installation for Windows ME.………………………………….4
Driver installation for Windows XP.……………………………….….4
APPENDIX A
Troubleshooting
Q & A for Windows environments..…………………………………5-6
APPENDIX B
Specifications..…………………………………………………………7
Thank you for purchasing the HUF11 USB 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Adapter.
This High-speed Fast Ethernet network adapter complies with the USB 1.0 & 1.1
specifications and uses a female RJ-45 connector to connect to the network. It
supports both full and half duplex modes and it is auto-negotiable for both
10Base-T and 100Base-TX speeds. Furthermore, the HUF11 is compactly
designed and bus-powered to increase mobility for users.
FEATURES
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USB specification 1.0 and 1.1 compliant
Full-speed USB device
Complies with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and 802.3u 100Base-TX
standards
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USB interface to desktop/notebook PC
RJ-45 connector to 10Mbps or 100Mbps Ethernet networks
10/100Mbps Auto-Sense
Full/Half Duplex auto-negotiation for both 10Base-T and 100Base-TX
speeds
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Supports Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable
Compatible with Windows 98, 2000, ME, and XP
No external power required
LEDs for Link/Activity
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PACKAGE CONTENTS:
♦ One USB 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Adapter
♦ One Driver CD
♦ One User’s Manual
Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged during shipping. If you
encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
CONNECTING THE HUF11
Prior to hardware installation, make sure the USB port exists in your computer
and is enabled. To check this, go to My Computer ꢀControl Panel ꢀSystem.
Select the Hardware tab and open the Device Manager tab. If the Universal
Serial Bus controller device is found, it means your USB port is installed and
the USB BIOS (Basic Input Output System) is enabled. If not, either no USB port
is installed or the USB BIOS is not properly enabled. In this case, consult your
computer dealer for USB support.
Follow the procedure below to install the USB Fast Ethernet Adapter.
1. Locate the USB host port on your Notebook or desktop PC. Align and
insert the HUF11 to the USB host port. Push it evenly and steadily
until it is seated.
2. Connects the Fast Ethernet Adapter to the HUB with the LAN cable,
also known as the RJ-45 connector.
3. Then, Windows will prompt you to install the Driver.
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Driver Installation for Windows 98
1. Power on your computer. A “New Hardware Found” window will
appear and request you to insert the Driver CD. Click “OK” to continue.
2. Insert the Driver CD into to your computer and type “A:\WIN98” to
specify the correct path of the Driver.
3. Click “OK” to proceed with the installation.
4. Windows 98 will find the driver and automatically configure the HUF11.
5. Then restart your computer and remove the Driver CD. The Driver
Installation process is now completed.
Driver installation for Windows 2000
1. Power on your computer. When the “New Hardware Found Wizard”
window comes up, click “Next” to install the driver.
2. Select “Search the proper files of driver” and click “Next”.
3. Insert the Driver CD into your computer. Select “a specific location”
and click “Next”.
4. Browse the correct directory “A:\WIN2000” and click “Next”.
5. After the driver is found, click “Next” to continue.
6. Click “ Finished” to complete the installation procedure.
7. Windows 2000 will automatically configure the USB Fast Ethernet
Adapter.
8. Restart your computer and remove the Driver CD. The Driver
installation process is now completed.
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Driver Installation for Windows ME
1. Power on the computer. After Windows ME detects the HUF11, USB
Fast Ethernet Adapter, the “Add New Hardware Wizard” window
will appear.
2. Select “Specify a driver location (Advanced)”, and click “Next”.
3. Insert the Driver CD into the computer. Browse for the correct
directory “A:\WINME” and click “Next”.
4. After Windows ME finds the driver, click “Next”. The system will
automatically copy the necessary files.
5. Click “Finished” to complete installation.
6. Click “Yes” to reboot the computer. The driver will take effect.
Driver Installation for Windows XP
1. Power on the computer. When the “New Hardware Found Wizard”
window comes up, select “Install from a list or a specific location
(Advanced)” and click “Next”.
2. Insert the Driver CD into the computer. Browse for the correct directory
“A:\WIN XP” and click “Next”.
3. After Windows XP finds the driver, the system will request to continue
installing and copying necessary files.
4. Click “Finished” to complete the installation.
5. A dialogue box will appear above the taskbar showing “New network
device installed”.
6. Restart the computer and remove the driver disc. The driver will take
effect.
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TROUBLESHOOTING:
Questions and Answers for Windows environments
These guidelines give you tips to deal with some problems on using the HUF11
USB Fast Ethernet Adapter. If problems still persist, contact your dealer for
assistance.
Question: Can I use the USB Fast Ethernet Adapter with Windows NT or
Windows 2000?
Answer: Windows NT 3.5 and 4.0 do not support USB. Windows 2000 (formerly
known as NT 5.0) does have USB support.
Question: What do I need to do to set the BIOS setting on my PC?
Answer: This varies according to the BIOS vendor, but you should enable the
“USB Interface” field under “Peripheral Configuration” or “Advanced Setup” or
“PCI Control”.
Problem: Windows system doesn’t detect the USB Fast Ethernet Adapter
installed, or it always detects new hardware each time I restart the PC.
Solution: First, you might not have installed the adapter successfully into your
PC. Please check that the adapter is securely inserted into the appropriate USB
slot.
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Your PC BIOS might not be USB compatible. Your PC USB settings may not be
enabled, or the motherboard may have USB options that are not supported by
Windows 98, ME, or 2000. If you are not sure, please contact your PCs
manufacturer.
Problem: Windows can’t locate the driver for the USB Fast Ethernet Adapter.
Solution: It is possible that the wrong driver is in your computer or the wrong
drive is being selected. Otherwise, the CD may be defective or files may be
missing. In this case, please contact your dealer for more info on how to obtain a
Driver CD.
Question: I cannot see any other computer except my own on Network
Neighborhood.
Answer: First, make sure the Ethernet cables are connected correctly. If you still
cannot see any other computer on the Network Neighborhood, try changing to a
new cable that you know is not defective.
Question: The USB Fast Ethernet Adapter fails to configure correctly after the
driver has been loaded.
Answer: It may be necessary to do the following after loading the driver:
1. Log off and unplug the device from your PC’s USB port.
2. Turn off your PC.
3. Plug the adapter back in, power on, and reboot.
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SPECIFICATIONS
♦ Standards
ꢁ IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Compliant
ꢁ IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Compliant
ꢁ USB specification 1.0 and 1.1 compliant
♦ Connection Mode
ꢁ Full or Half duplex for both 10Mbps and 100Mbps
♦ Media Supported
ꢁ Category-3, 4, 5 for 10Base-T
ꢁ Category 5 for 100Base-TX
♦ Operating Distance
ꢁ 100m maximum hub-to-node distance
♦ LEDs
ꢁ Link/Activity LED indicator
♦ Operating Environment
ꢁ Operating Temperature: 0℃ to 55℃
ꢁ Storage Temperature: 25℃ to 70℃
ꢁ Humidity 10 to 90% non-condensing
♦ Physical Dimensions
ꢁ Body: 80mm x 38mm x 20mm
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