6InstallationPreparing Your SiteBefore installing Vaddio USB 3 Extenders , you will need to prepare your site:1. Place the equipment where desired and set it up.2. Be sure your USB devices are within 328 ft (100 m) of the computer. If not, adjust the location of yourdevice(s) and/or computer accordingly.Cabling GuidelinesUse foiled (FTP) or shielded (STP) cabling if the cable run installation has any of these characteristics: The cable is bundled with other cables The cable is run tight against other Category cables The cable is placed near sources of interference like power lines and radios The cable is looped or coiledThe maximum installation distance is 328 ft (100 m). This includes the length of any patch cables. Upto 33 ft (10 m) of patch cable can be used.For best performance, use shielded or foiled Cat-6/Cat-7 cable.When terminating cables, ensure the matching RJ45 connector is used for the cable type. Forexample, if Cat-6a cable is used, then Cat-6a compatible RJ45 connectors must be used.Otherwise, the benefits of using higher grade cabling may not be realized.When installing, ensure the cable is installed away from, or isolated from potential sources ofinterference such as electrical wiring, fluorescent lighting, etc.Other Items You Will NeedTo complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with this system: USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant operating system USB compatible device(s) Cat-6/Cat-7 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable and RJ45 connectors, ensuring the total cable length(including patch cables, if any) does not exceed 328 ft (100 m).