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The LEX Unit

The LEX connects to the computer using a standard USB cable (included). Power for the LEX is provided by 
the Host Computer. Power for the REX is provided by the 24V AC adapter connected at either the LEX or the 
REX. The LEX delivers power over the CAT 5e/6/7 extension link to the REX when the included power supply 
is connected to the LEX. 

 

ITEM TYPE

DESCRIPTION

1

Power LED (Green)

LED turns on when power is supplied.
LED is off when no power is supplied by the host computer.

2

Link LED (Green)

Indicates a valid ExtremeUSB link is established between the LEX and REX.  
LED turns on when link between LEX and REX is established. 
LED is off when there is no link between the LEX and REX.  
LED is slow blinking when the unit is attempting to establish a link. 
LED is fast blinking to indicate the unit is in Pairing Mode.

3

Host LED (Green)

Indicates that the extender system is properly enumerated on the host 
computer. 
LED blinks when the extender system is in a suspended state.  

4

Activity LED 
(Green)

Indicates data transmission is occurring between the LEX and REX.  
LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device connected.  
When the LEX and REX are in suspend mode, the LED is off. 

5

Mode

Reserved for manufacturer use.

6

Config Port

Reserved for manufacturer use.

7

USB Host Port

Used to connect the LEX to the host computer.   
Accepts USB Type B connector.

8

Power Port

Connects to the AC power supply.  

9

Link Port (RJ45)

Accepts RJ45 connector for CAT 5e/6/7 cabling to connect the LEX to the 
REX.

4

Front View

Rear View

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Summary of Contents for USB 2.0 Ranger 2311

Page 1: ...USB 2 0 Ranger 2311 1 port USB 2 0 100m CAT 5e 6 7 Extender System with Flexible Power User Guide ...

Page 2: ...uipment WEEE Implementation of WEEE regulations may vary slightly by individual EU member states Please check with your local and state government guidelines for safe disposal and recycling or contact your national WEEE recycling agency for more information Product Operation and Storage Please read and follow all instructions provided with this product and operate for intended use only Do not atte...

Page 3: ...EX or REX 6 Preparing for Installation 6 Installing the LEX 7 Installing the REX 7 Installing Flexible Power 7 Connecting the LEX to the REX 7 Connecting a USB Device 7 Checking the Installation 8 Compatibility 8 Troubleshooting 9 Warranty Information 11 Obtaining Warranty Service 11 Contacting Technical Support 12 Technical Glossary 13 Specifications 14 ...

Page 4: ...H the LEX and REX at the same time Requirements To complete the installation you will also require the following items that are not included with the product USB 1 1 or 2 0 compatible computer host computer with a USB compliant operating system USB 1 1 or 2 0 compatible device s CAT 5e 6 7 solid core Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP cable with two RJ45 connectors if using surface cabling or CAT 5e 6 7 ...

Page 5: ...etween the LEX and REX LED is slow blinking when the unit is attempting to establish a link LED is fast blinking to indicate the unit is in Pairing Mode 3 Host LED Green Indicates that the extender system is properly enumerated on the host computer LED blinks when the extender system is in a suspended state 4 Activity LED Green Indicates data transmission is occurring between the LEX and REX LED b...

Page 6: ...is no link between the LEX and REX LED is slow blinking when the unit is attempting to establish a link LED is fast blinking to indicate the unit is in Pairing Mode 3 Host LED Green Indicates that the extender system is properly enumerated on the host computer LED blinks when the extender system is in a suspended state 4 Activity LED Green Indicates data transmission is occurring between the LEX a...

Page 7: ...you need to prepare your site 1 Determine where the computer is to be located and set up the computer 2 Determine where you want to locate the USB device s 3 If you are using surface cabling the Ranger 2311 supports a maximum distance of 100m OR If you are using premise cabling ensure CAT 5e 6 7 cable is installed between the two locations with CAT 5e 6 7 information outlets located near both the ...

Page 8: ...on with no crossovers and must be terminated with 8 conductor RJ45 connectors at both ends The combined length of any patch cords using stranded conductors must not exceed 100m With Surface Cabling 1 Plug one end of the CAT 5e 6 7 cabling not included into the Link port RJ45 on the LEX 2 Plug the other end of the CAT 5e 6 7 cabling into the Link port RJ45 on the REX With Premise Cabling 1 Plug one...

Page 9: ...0 Right click the Start Menu and then select Device Manager 3 For macOS users open the System Profiler to confirm that the Ranger 2311 Series extender system has installed correctly In the left hand column under Hardware select USB and inspect the right hand panel If the extender has been installed correctly you should find it listed as a Hub under the USB High Speed Bus USB Bus To open System Pro...

Page 10: ...ion of Device Manager check that the USB device has enumerated 3 Contact Technical Support for assistance USB device is attached but not functioning Overcurrent condition has occurred because the USB device has drawn more current than can be supplied per USB specification 1A Operating system may generate a status bubble indicating an issue 1 Power cycle REX by unplugging the power adapter from the...

Page 11: ...lfunctioning 1 Confirm the host computer is on and providing power to LEX 2 Ensure the supplied AC power adapter is properly connected to either the LEX or the REX 3 Ensure the CAT 5e 6 7 cabling between the LEX and REX is properly installed or replace the link cable 4 Check that the AC adapter is connected to a live source of electrical power 5 Contact Technical Support for assistance ...

Page 12: ...nder no circumstances will Icron Technologies Corporation its suppliers or licensors be liable for any costs of procurement or substitute products or services lost profits loss of information or data or any other special indirect consequential or incidental damages arising in any way out of the sale of use of or inability to use Icron Technologies Corporation product or service even if Icron Techn...

Page 13: ...Type of Operating System installed e g Windows 10 macOS 10 12 etc Part number and serial number for both the LEX and REX Make and model of any USB device s attached to the product Description of the installation Description of the problem Description of the network e g number of switches switch model names switch speeds etc Address the returned product to RMA Coordinator Icron Technologies Corpora...

Page 14: ...sical interface is what connects the network cabling CAT 5e 6 7 to the LEX and REX You may use either the T568A scheme Table 1 or the T568B scheme Table 2 for cable termination as the Ranger 2311 requires all four pairs of the cable RJ45 connectors are sometimes also referred to as 8P8C connectors Note that any give cable must be terminated using the same T568 scheme on both ends to operate correc...

Page 15: ...Shipping Weight 0 642 kg 1 416 lbs LOCAL EXTENDER LEX USB Connector 1 x USB 2 0 Type B Link Connector 1 x RJ45 Dimensions 65 00mm x 87 50mm x 30 00mm 2 56 x 3 44 x 1 18 REMOTE EXTENDER REX USB Connector 1 x USB Type A Link Connector 1 x RJ45 Dimensions 65 00mm x 87 50mm x 30 00mm 2 56 x 3 44 x 1 18 ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature Range 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 122 F Storage Temperature Range 20 C t...

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