Adaptec USBXchange User Manual

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U se r’s G ui de : US B X ch a ng e • 17Connecting to the USB Port1 Connect the USBXchange to the USB port.2 Make sure the cable ends are firmly connected. Do not force yourconnections as this may damage your system or the USBXchange.Note: The USBXchange receives its +5V power from either theterminator power line of the attached SCSI device, or if notermination power is available, from the USB bus.Connecting to an External USB Hub1 Connect the external USB hub (purchased separately) to the USBport of your computer.Note: To ensure proper operation, Adaptec recommends using onlyself-powered hubs (only hubs that receive their power froman A/C connection). Otherwise, you will need to connect theUSBXchange to an optional power supply. See USBXchangePower Supply on page 20 for more information.2 Connect the USB connector of your USBXchange to a port on theexternal USB hub.Attach the USB connectorfrom the USBXchange to theUSB port on your computerAttach the USB connector fromthe USBXchange to the USB port onyour USB hubAttach the USB connectorfrom the external USB hubto the USB port on yourcomputer