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IC408A
Chapter 3: Installation
3. Installation
3.1 Installing the IC408A on a Local Area Network
3.1.1 Requirements
To complete the installation, you will also need the following items that are not included with the product.
• USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB-compliant operating system.
• USB compatible device(s).
• (2) CAT5e patch cables
• Preconfigured local area network.
CAT5e cable
Up to 330 feet (100 m) between extenders
and switches over CAT5e (or better).
USB cable
Local Extender
Computer
USB cable or
device connectors
USB devices
Remote Extender
CAT5e cable
Gigabit Ethernet Switch(es)
Figure 3-1. IC408A installed on a local area network.
3.1.2 Preparing Your Network
Your network must be properly configured for full USB 2.0 throughput and for maximum stability and reliability of your devices.
Consult with your network administrator before installation. Using the IC408A over a network requires:
• Local Extender and Remote Extender to be on the same subnet.
• RJ-45 information outlets to be near the computer and USB devices to be connected to the network switch(es).
• Pre-installed and configured Local Area Network.
NOTE: USB 2.0 is capable of consuming up to 480 Mbps. The minimum requirement for using the IC408A is a Gigabit
(1000BASE-T) network. The performance of the USB network extension will be limited to the slowest link between the
Local and the Remote Extender.
NOTE: Some networks may be configured to block devices with unfamiliar MAC addresses. In this case, you will need to provide
your network administrator the MAC addresses of the Local and Remote Extender units. The addresses are on the label on
the bottom of each unit.