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XHub for Notebooks

User’s Guide

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reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any

means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the

prior written consent of Adaptec, Inc., 691 South Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.

Trademarks

Adaptec, the Adaptec logo, XHub, and USBControl are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc.,

which may be registered in some jurisdictions.

Windows 98SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me, and Windows XP are trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the US and other countries, used under license.

Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. used under license.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Changes

The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change

without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this

document to assure its accuracy, Adaptec, Inc. assumes no liability resulting from

errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained

herein.

Adaptec reserves the right to make changes in the product design without

reservation and without notification to its users.

Disclaimer

IF THIS PRODUCT DIRECTS YOU TO COPY MATERIALS, YOU MUST HAVE

PERMISSION FROM THE COPYRIGHT OWNER OF THE MATERIALS TO

AVOID VIOLATING THE LAW WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGES OR

OTHER REMEDIES.

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Adaptec Technical Support

If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this

document first—you will find answers to most of your questions here. If you need

further assistance, use the support options listed below.

Technical Support Identification (TSID) Number

■Before contacting Technical Support, you need your unique 12-digit TSID

number. The TSID number identifies your product and support status.

■The TSID number is included on two white, bar-coded labels, like the example

below. Affix your TSID label to the printed Installation Guide.

Support Options

■Search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase (ASK) at ask.adaptec.com for

articles, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked questions for your product.

■For support via Email, submit your question to Adaptec's Technical Support

Specialists at ask.adaptec.com.

■

To order Adaptec products, including accessories and cables, call

+1 408-957-7274. Or, you can order cables online at

www.adaptec.com/buy-cables

Europe

■Visit our Web site at www.adaptec-europe.com.

■German and English: Search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase (ASK) at

ask-de.adaptec.com for articles, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked

questions for your product.

For support via e-mail, submit your question to Adaptec's Technical Support

Specialists at ask-de.adaptec.com.

■French: Search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase (ASK) at ask-fr.adaptec.com

for articles, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked questions for your

product.

For support via e-mail, submit your question to Adaptec's Technical Support

Specialists at ask-fr.adaptec.com.

■

To order Adaptec products, including accessories and cables, call +44 118 934 6160.

Or, you can order cables online at www.adaptec.com/buy-cables.

Australia and New Zealand

■Visit our Web site at www.adaptec.com.au.

■For support via e-mail, submit your question to Adaptec's Technical Support

Specialists at ask.adaptec.com.

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Hong Kong and China

■Visit our Web site at www.adaptec.com.

■Fax Technical Support at +852 2869 7100.

Singapore

■Visit our Web site at www.adaptec.com.

Japan

■Search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase (ASK) at ask.adaptec.co.jp

■Visit our Web site at www.adaptec.co.jp.

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Limited 1-Year Hardware Warranty

1. Adaptec, Inc. (“Adaptec”) warrants to the purchaser of this product that it will be free from

defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.

If the product should become defective within the warranty period, Adaptec, at its option,

will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchaser’s purchase price for the product,

provided it is delivered at the purchaser’s expense to an authorized Adaptec service facility

or to Adaptec.

2. Repair or replacement parts or products will be furnished on an exchange basis and will

either be new or reconditioned. All replaced parts or products shall become the property of

Adaptec. This warranty shall not apply if the product has been damaged by accident,

misuse, abuse or as a result of unauthorized service or parts.

3. Warranty service is available to the purchaser by delivering the product during the

warranty period to an authorized Adaptec service facility or to Adaptec and providing

proof of purchase price and date. The purchaser shall bear all shipping, packing and

insurance costs and all other costs, excluding labor and parts, necessary to effectuate repair,

replacement or refund under this warranty.

4. For more information on how to obtain warranty service, write or telephone Adaptec at 691

South Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035, (800) 959-7274.

5. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO ANY PRODUCT WHICH HAS

BEEN DAMAGED AS A RESULT OF ACCIDENT, MISUSE, ABUSE, OR AS A RESULT OF

UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE OR PARTS.

6. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WHICH NOW

OR HEREAFTER MIGHT OTHERWISE ARISE RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT. IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT SHALL (A) HAVE NO GREATER

DURATION THAN 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, (B) TERMINATE

AUTOMATICALLY AT THE EXPIRATION OF SUCH PERIOD AND (C) TO THE EXTENT

PERMITTED BY LAW BE EXCLUDED. IN THE EVENT THIS PRODUCT BECOMES

DEFECTIVE DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE

REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND AS PROVIDED ABOVE.

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION

LOSS OF DATA, ARISING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY

ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ADAPTEC AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY

LAW, ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED BOTH FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND TO THE

EXTENT NOT UNCONSCIONABLE, FOR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGE.

7. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS, AND SOME STATES

DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO

THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

8. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary

from state to state.

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Adaptec Software License Agreement

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE IS SUBJECT TO THE

SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS OF ADAPTEC, INC. AND OTHER LICENSORS WHOSE

SOFTWARE MAY BE BUNDLED WITH THIS PRODUCT.

BY YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT YOU AGREE TO

THE LICENSE TERMS REQUIRED BY THE LICENSOR OF THAT SOFTWARE, AS SET

FORTH DURING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE

LICENSE TERMS APPLICABLE TO THE SOFTWARE, YOU MAY RETURN THE ENTIRE

UNUSED PRODUCT FOR A FULL REFUND.

In return for acquiring a license to use the Adaptec software, which may include software from

third party licensors and patches made available by Adaptec (“Software”), and the related

documentation, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. License. This Agreement grants you, the Licensee, a license to:

a. Use the Software on a single computer system, which is not intended for use by more

than five (5) users; and:

b. Make one copy of the Software in machine readable form solely for back-up purposes,

provided you reproduce Adaptec's copyright proprietary legends. Notwithstanding the

foregoing, the Software may be used on the home, laptop or other secondary computer

of the principal user of the Software, and an additional copy of the Software may be

made to support such use. As used in this license, the Software is “in use” when it is

either loaded into RAM or installed on a hard disk or other permanent memory device.

The Software may be “in use” on only one computer at any given time. (Different license

terms and fees are applicable for networked or multiple user applications.) As a specific

condition of this license, you agree to use the Software in compliance with all applicable

laws, including copyright laws, and that you will not copy, transmit, perform or

distribute any audio or other content using the Software without obtaining all necessary

licenses or permissions from the owner of the content.

2. Restrictions. You may not distribute copies of the Software to others or electronically

transfer the Software from one computer to another over a network. You may not post or

otherwise make available the Software, or any portion thereof, in any form, on the Internet.

You may not use the Software in a computer service business, including in time sharing

applications. The Software contains trade secrets and, in order to protect them, you may not

decompile, reverse engineer, disassemble, or otherwise reduce the Software to a human-

perceivable form. YOU MAY NOT MODIFY, ADAPT, TRANSLATE, RENT, LEASE, LOAN,

RESELL FOR PROFIT, DISTRIBUTE, NETWORK OR CREATE DERIVATIVE WORKS

BASED UPON THE SOFTWARE OR ANY PART THEREOF.

3. Ownership of Software. As Licensee, you own the media upon which the software is

recorded or fixed, but Adaptec and its licensors retain title and ownership of the Software

recorded on the original media and all subsequent copies of the Software, regardless of the

form or media in which or on which the original and other copies may exist. This license is

not a sale of the Software or any copy.

4. Confidentiality. You agree to maintain the Software in confidence and that you will not

disclose the Software to any third party without the express written consent of Adaptec. You

further agree to take all reasonable precautions to preclude access of unauthorized persons

to the Software.

5. Term. This license is effective until January 1, 2045, unless terminated earlier. You may

terminate the license at any time by destroying the Software (including the related

documentation) together with all copies or modifications in any form. Adaptec will have the

right to terminate our license immediately if you fail to comply with any term or condition

of this Agreement. Upon any termination, including termination by you, you must destroy

the Software (including the related documentation), together with all copies or

modifications in any form.

6. Special Terms Applicable to Databases. Where a database is included with the Software, you

acknowledge that it is licensed only in connection with the use of the Software to perform

disc creation, and that the database and all data derived therefrom must be maintained in

confidence in accordance with the provisions of Section 4. This license does not grant you

any rights to distribute or disclose such database or data.

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7. Limited Warranty. Adaptec and its Licensor warrant only that the media upon which the

Software is furnished will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal

use and service for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of delivery to you. ADAPTEC

AND ITS LICENSORS DO NOT AND CANNOT WARRANT THE PERFORMANCE OR

RESULTS YOU MAY OBTAIN BY USING THE SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION. THE

FOREGOING STATES THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES ADAPTEC AND ITS

LICENSORS WILL PROVIDE FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY. EXCEPT FOR THE

FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY, ADAPTEC AND ITS LICENSORS MAKE NO

WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED, AS TO

NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied

warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty may last, so the above

limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.

8. The entire liability of Adaptec and its licensors, and your exclusive remedy for a breach of

this warranty, shall be:

a. The replacement of any media not meeting the above limited warranty which is

returned to Adaptec; or:

b. if Adaptec or its distributor is unable to deliver replacement media which is free from

defects in materials or workmanship, you may terminate this Agreement by returning

the Software and your money will be refunded.

9. Limitation of Liability. IN NO EVENT WILL ADAPTEC OR ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE

TO YOU FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES,

INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, OR LOSS OF DATA, EVEN IF

ADAPTEC OR A LICENSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH

DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY. Some states do not allow the

exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above

limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

10. Export. You acknowledge that the laws and regulations of the United States and other

countries may restrict the export and re-export of the Software. You agree that you will not

export or re-export the Software or documentation in any form in violation of applicable

United States and foreign law.

11. Government Restricted Rights. The Software is subject to restricted rights as follows. If the

Software is acquired under the terms of a GSA contract: use, reproduction or disclosure is

subject to the restrictions set forth in the applicable ADP Schedule contract. If the Software is

acquired under the terms of a DoD or civilian agency contract, use, duplication or disclosure

by the Government is subject to the restrictions of this Agreement in accordance with 48

C.F.R. 12.212 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations and its successors and 49 C.F.R.

227.7202-1 of the DoD FAR Supplement and its successors.

12. General. You acknowledge that you have read this Agreement, understand it, and that by

using the Software you agree to be bound by its terms and conditions. You further agree

that it is the complete and exclusive statement of the agreement between Adaptec and you,

and supersedes any proposal or prior agreement, oral or written, and any other

communication between Adaptec and you relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.

No additional or any different terms will be enforceable against Adaptec unless Adaptec

gives its express consent, including an express waiver of the terms of this Agreement, in

writing signed by an officer of Adaptec. You assume full responsibility for the use of the

Software and agree to use the Software legally and responsibly. This Agreement shall be

governed by California law, except as to copyright matters, which are covered by Federal

law. This Agreement is deemed entered into at Milpitas, California by both parties. Should

any provision of this Agreement be declared unenforceable in any jurisdiction, then such

provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the

remainder hereof. All rights in the Software not specifically granted in this Agreement are

reserved by Adaptec.

Should you have any questions concerning this Agreement, you may contact Adaptec by

writing to:

Adaptec, Inc.

Legal Department

691 South Milpitas Boulevard

Milpitas, California 95035

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Regulatory Compliance Statements

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the

instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is

no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. However, if this

equipment does cause interference to radio or television equipment reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.

■Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

■Use a shielded and properly grounded I/O cable and power cable to ensure compliance of

this unit to the specified limits of the rules.

This device 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.

European Union Compliance Statement

This Information Technology Equipment has been tested and found to comply with

EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, in

accordance with:

■EN55022 (1998) Emissions

■EN55024 (1998) Immunity:

– EN61000-4-2 (1998) Electrostatic discharge: ±4 kV contact, ±8 kV air

– EN61000-4-3 (1998) Radiated immunity

– EN61000-4-4 (1995) Electrical fast transients/burst: ±1 kV AC, ±0.5 kV I/O

– EN61000-4-5 (1995) Surges ±1 kV differential mode, ±2 kV common mode

– EN61000-4-6 (1996) Conducted immunity: 3 V

– EN61000-4-11 (1994) Supply dips and variation: 30% and 100%

In addition, all equipment requiring U.L. listing has been found to comply with EMC

Directive 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC in accordance with EN60950 with

amendments A1, A2, A3, A4, A11.

Australian/New Zealand Compliance Statement

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to the Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS 3548 set out by

the Spectrum Management Agency.

Adaptec, Inc.

Tested to Comply

With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

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Canadian Compliance Statement

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur

le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Japanese Compliance (Voluntary Control Council Initiative)

This equipment complies to class B Information Technology equipment based on

VCCI (Voluntary Control Council for Interface). This equipment is designed for home

use but it may causes radio frequency interference problem if used too near to a

television or radio. Please handle it correctly per this documentation.

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In this Guide

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Adaptec XHub for

Notebooks. You can use your XHub to connect USB 1.1 and 2.0

devices to your Windows®or Macintosh®notebook or desktop

computer.

This User’s Guide shows you how to set up and use your Adaptec

XHub for Notebooks.

Introduction 1

What’s in the Package 2

System Requirements 2

This Is Your XHub 3

Plugging in Your XHub 4

Installing Drivers 5

Installing USBControl 8

Plugging in Your Devices 8

Understanding the LEDs 9

Daisy-Chaining XHubs 10

About USB 11

Maximizing XHub Performance 12

Technical Specifications 12

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