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Quick Start Guide

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 

Peripherals Sharing Switch

Read this guide thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures 
carefully to prevent any damage to the unit and/or any devices it connects to.

GUB201/GUB401 Package contains:

• 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Peripherals Switch
• 1 Software CD-ROM
• 1 Quick Start Guide
• 1 Registration/Warranty Card

Copyright © 2005 IOGEAR   All Rights Reserved.
All brand names and trademarks are the 
registered property of their respective owners.

1. Welcome

Thank you for purchasing IOGEAR's USB Peripheral Switch, one of the fastest and 
sleekest USB Peripheral switches on the market.  IOGEAR manufactures only 
high-quality USB connectivity solutions, so we are sure you will be satisfied with your 
purchase.  We believe you will find this device to be a valuable addition to your computer 
setup.

To better serve you, IOGEAR offers an array of additional USB and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 
products to use with your USB Peripheral Switch.  Please visit us at www.iogear.com

If you have a simple question, or in the unlikely event you do experience any difficulties,  
do not hesitate to let us know.  We have a dedicated, well-trained support staff standing 
by to serve you. We're here to help!

We hope you enjoy using your brand-new IOGEAR Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Peripheral Switch 
- another first rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR!

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is the connectivity standard that allows devices like 
scanners, cameras, mice, keyboards, MP3 players, portable storage, etc., to 
communicate with computers.  Therefore, one must have a solution to not only keep 
track of all these devices, but to share them as well.  This is why IOGEAR introduced the 
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 USB Peripheral Switch.

Contact Information:
1-866-946-4327
23 Hubble 
Irvine, CA 92618 USA
www.iogear.com
support@iogear.com

2. System Requirements 

• USB 2.0 Certified - Guaranteed Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Speeds!

• Bus Powered - No External Power Supply Necessary!

• Multiple USB-Enabled computers can share a single USB 2.0 device 
  (GUB401 = 4 Computers, GUB201 = 2 Computers)

• Supports both Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and USB data transfer rates 480Mbps & 12Mbps

• Hot Pluggable - USB devices can be plugged-in and removed without having to reset
  the system. *

   

*(Some Operating Systems may require you to "halt", "stop", or "eject" the

   device prior to switching or removal)

• LED & Audio Status Indicator - Know where your USB device is by simply looking at
  the easy to read status indicator on top of switch

• USB Overcurrent Protection - Protect your expensive USB devices from electrical 
  shorts or faulty cables.

• No Drivers Needed! - Interoperability with multiple USB-enabled computers and 
  Operating Systems

• Any computers that support the USB specification
• A USB Host Controller installed on the computer
• Win98SE or higher (For optional switch software)

 3. Features

Step. 1

Insert the IOGEAR CD-ROM included with your USB peripheral switch.

The CD will pop-up with the IOGEAR Hi-Speed USB 2.0 USB Peripheral Installation 
Menu

(NOTE: If you have Windows AutoRun disabled, you will have to open the Installation 
program manually from the CD-ROM.)

Step. 2

Step. 3

Select Install from the Menu and the software installation will begin.

Step. 4

Welcome to the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Switch Setup.  Click Next, and the installation 
procedure will begin.  

You will be asked where you wish to install the software.  We recommend that you leave 
the directory path as default.  Click Next when you're ready to continue.

Step. 6

Step. 5

You will now be asked where you would like the software to appear.  We recommend 
you leave this as default, and click Next.

The installation procedure will commence.  Once completed, click Finish.

 5. Software Installation (Windows Only)

9. Troubleshooting

WARNING!!!

 This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy 

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause 
interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to 
comply within the limits for a class B device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC 
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment is a residential 
area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be 
required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference. There is 
no guarantee that radio frequency interference will not be created in particular 
locations.

IOGEAR

®

 is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by 

unauthorized modification of your mechanism or cables.

12. Limited Warranty 

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, 
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE 
USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE 
PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.

The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory 
with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its 
quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.

The direct vendor also reserves the right to, but not limited to, revise or update the 
device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such 
revisions, or updates. For further inquires please contact your direct vendor.

Step. 8

Step. 7

To switch between computers, simply select which machine you wish the USB 
peripheral switch to connect to

You will see an icon appear on your desktop labeled "USB 2.0 Switch".  There will also 
be an icon on your System Tray for the USB peripheral switch.

Right-click on the tray icon and the option menu will come up.  From here, you can 
optimize the switch for your configuration.

• Enable Software Sound On/Off Function - If enabled, it will display a sound menu and 
  allow user controlled sound.

• Enable Software Unlock Function - If enabled, it will display an unlock menu (if 
  necessary) and allow the user to unlock the connection between the computer and 
  device, and before unlocking, a warning and confirm dialog will be displayed.

• Enable Switch and Lock Function - If enabled, it will allow the user to lock the 
  connection between the computer and device after switching.

• Enable Port Override Function - If enabled, it will allow the user to grab a busy device 
  from the other computer. Also, before the user grabs the device, a warning and 
  confirm dialog will be displayed.

 4. Installation Instructions

Plug the included USB 2.0 cable into Computer #1

Step. 1

Step. 2

Plug the second USB 2.0 cable into Computer #2

(NOTE:  If you have the 4-Port version, continue with Computer #3 and Computer #4)

Step. 3

Step. 4

Plug your USB peripheral into the USB switch.

Installation is now completed!

The included software is for Windows PCs only.  It is not required for normal operation, 
but it allows you to switch from the computer console instead of the buttons on the
switch.

Turn on or off the 
audible audio switch chime

Select the port you wish
to switch the peripheral to

To configure the USB 
Peripheral Switch

To close the USB 
Peripheral Switch Application

 6. Option Menu

7. Port Selection

Selecting Ports With The Included Windows Software

Current Port Stat

us 

Operation

 

Port Status after Operation

 

Buzzer

 

Unselected 

Select via Software  Selected 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected 

Select via Software  Failed because the attached 

device is busy 

Very Long 
Buzz 

 

Selecting Ports With The Selector Switch (2-Port Model) or Buttons (4-Port Model)

Current Port Status

 

Operation

 

Port Status after 

Operation

 

Buzzer

 

Selected 

Press button > 3 sec 

Selected and Locked 

Long Buzz x 2 

Selected and Locked 

Press button < 3 sec 

Selected (unlocked) 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected 

Press button > 3 sec 

Selected 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected 

Press button < 3 sec 

Selected 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected, Device 
Locked 

Press button > 3 sec 

Failed 

Very Long Buzz 

Unselected, Device 
Locked 

Press button < 3 sec 

Failed 

Very Long Buzz 

Unselected, Device 
Busy 

Press button > 3 sec 

Selected 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected, Device 
Busy 

Press button < 3 sec 

Selected 

Short Buzz x 2 

 

Selecting Ports via Hotkeys (Windows PCs Only)

NOTE:  This procedure is done by tapping (or pressing) either the Num-Lock or 
Scroll-Lock key twice.

For example, "Num-Lock x 2" means for you to tap the Num-Lock key twice.

Current Port Status

 

Operation

 

Port Status after 

Operation

 

Buzzer

 

Unselected 

Num-Lock x 2 

Selected 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected 

Scroll-Lock x 2 

Select next port 

Short Buzz x 2 

Unselected, Device 
Locked 

Num-Lock x 2 

Failed 

Very Long Buzz 

Unselected, Device 
Locked 

Scroll-Lock x 2 

Failed 

Very Long Buzz 

Unselected, Device 
Busy

Num-Lock x 2 

Failed 

Very Long Buzz 

Unselected, Device 
Busy

Scroll-Lock x 2 

Failed 

Very Long Buzz 

 

8. Service and Support

We value you as a customer and want to ensure you have a positive experience with 
your USB Peripheral Switch.  We want to help if you have any questions about your 
USB Peripheral Switch.

Our Service & Support Department is available to assist you Monday through Friday 
from 7:30am to 5:30pm (Pacific Standard Time).

We can be reached toll-free at 1-866-946-4327, or online 24-hours a day at 

www.iogear.com/support/

.

11. Radio & TV Interference

NOTE:   If you are experiencing problems with your USB Peripheral Switch, first make 
sure that all cables are properly connected.

Problem

 

Cause

 

Solution

 

Unit Operates Erratically 

Static electricity may cause the 
unit to operate erratically 

Unplug the appropriate USB 
cable from the USB Peripheral 
switch, and then reinsert it. 

No Audio 

The audio switch on the side 
may not be selected. 

Switch the audio switch on the 
side of the USB Peripheral 
Switch to ON 

 

10. Specifications

Function

Specification

Console Connection
Computer Selection
Connectors

LEDs

Environment

Enclosure
Dimensions (L x W x H)
Protection
Power Supply

Computer
Console
Devices
Port Select

4
Hotkey, Panels, AP (Windows only)
4 x USB type B
1 x USB type A
1.5 /12/480 Mbps
1 x USB Type A
Humidity: 0~80% RH, Non-condensing
Storage Temperature: -20~60°
Operating Temperature: 5~40°C
ABS

Poly fuse
Bus

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