4-to-1 USB 2.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch
USB421HS
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Manual Revision: 09/20/2012
Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 2
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 2
Software Installation (Windows only)................................................................................................ 3
How to Use ..............................................................................................3
Switching ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Specifications..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information............................................................................5
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Introduction
The USB421HS 4-to-1 USB Switch Box allows for a USB 2.0 device to be shared with
up to 4 different computer systems, without having to disconnect and reconnect the
cabling every time. Push-button controls makes switching between computers quick
and easy, with additional keyboard hot-key switching and Windows® based software
also available.
With no external power adapter required, and with its compact design, the USB 2.0
data switch takes up very little space and is easily portable. Backed by a StarTech.com
2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Packaging Contents
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USB421HS switch
2 x USB cable
Software Installation CD
Instruction Manual
System Requirements
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USB enabled computer systems with an available USB port
Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit), or Apple® Mac OS®
10.4/10.5/10.6, or Linux®
NOTE: Switching AP software is only Windows compatible
Port Selection
LED / Button
USB type B
USB connector
(to device)
connector
(to computer)
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Installation
Hardware Installation
1. Using standard USB A-to-B cables, connect each computer to the numbered ports
on the switch.
2. Connect the USB peripheral to share into the side USB port on the switch.
Driver Installation
The USB Sharing Switch does not require special drivers to work. Drivers for the USB
peripheral device still need to be installed, if necessary.
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Software Installation (Windows only)
The Switching AP software allows for switching the USB peripheral between ports/
computers without physical access to the switch.
1. Upon starting Windows, insert the included Software Installation CD into the
computer’s CD/DVD drive.
2. AutoPlay should automatically launch
the Software installation screen. If not,
open “My Computer”and right-click on
the CD/DVD drive the disk is inserted
into and select “AutoPlay”or run the
setup.exe file on the CD.
3. Proceed through the installation wizard
until completed. Once completed,
there should be a small icon in the
System Tray (next to Clock) for the
switching application.
How to Use
Switching
There are three methods to switching the USB peripheral between the connected
computer systems:
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Push Button: pushing the top buttons on the switch itself, directly connects the
USB peripheral to the selected port/computer.
Hotkeys: pressing <CTRL> + <F11> switches the USB peripheral to the current
computer. Requires the Switching Software to be installed.
Software: right-clicking the tray icon for the software and selecting “Switch”will
connect the USB peripheral to the current computer.
The Icon will either be green or yellow in color, to indicate the current state of the
switch. When green, the USB peripheral is connected to the current computer
system. When yellow, the USB peripheral is connected to a different Port/computer.
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Specifications
Bus Interface
USB 2.0
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Number of Ports
1 x USB type A female
4 x USB type B female
Connectors
LEDs
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Switching Modes
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
4 x Port Selection
USB 2.0: 480 Mbps
Push button, Software, Hotkey
0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F)
0% ~ 90% RH
Dimensions
101.0mm x 50.0mm x 19.0mm
80 g
Weight
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Server 2008
R2/7 (32/64-bit)*,
Compatible Operating Systems
Mac OS 10.4/10.5/10.6, Linux
* Switching AP software is only Windows compatible
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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