IOGEAR's USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch allows two PCs and/or Macs to share one printer or multi-function printer. Simply submit a print job and the printer automatically* switches to the preferred computer. The switch also enables two computers to easily share one external hard drive, scanner, or any USB device. No more plugging and unplugging between computers.
* Automatic switch function is software based and only available with USB printer or the printer function of a multi-function printer. For connecting and using other types of USB devices, you can switch by using the push-button on the USB switch or with the included software.
- Automatically* switch from one computer to another when connecting to a USB printer or multi-function printer
- Easily share a USB 2.0 device between PC and Mac without a network setup
- Simply press a button to switch a USB device between computers - No software installation required
- Active-port LED lights indicate which computer has access to the USB device
- Switch-lock function prevents other users from switching the USB device and ensures data access consistency
- USB 2.0 support with data transfer rate up to 480Mbps and USB 1.1 backward compatible
- No external power supply needed
For PC Users
• Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10
• Available USB port
• Chrome Book
• Linux®, Unix and other USB supported systems*
*Additional drivers and support may be needed
For MAC Users
• Mac 10.6 and above
• Available USB port
- 1 x USB 2.0 Auto Switch
- 1 x 6 ft. USB A-B Cable
- 1 x User Manual
- 1 x Registration / Warranty Card
| Distributor | Part # |
|---|---|
| Ingram | CM6345 |
| DH | GUB231 |
| Synnex | 2605562 |
| SKU | ECCN |
|---|---|
| GUB231 | EAR99 |
| Function | GUB231 |
|---|---|
| Computer Connections | |
| Direct | USB Type B to Type A |
| Connectors | |
| Console | 1 x USB Type A |
| Device Side | 2 x USB Type B |
| Environment | |
| Humidity | 0-80% RH |
| Operation Temperature | 41 to 104 degree Fahrenheit |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 140 degree Fahrenheit |
| LEDs | |
| Port Status | Green - Online / Orange - Locked |
| Host Status | Orange - Online |
| Operating System Support | Windows XP and above; Mac: 10.4.5, 10.5 and above |
| Power Consumption | DC 5V, 2.5W |
| Power Supply | USB Bus powered |
| Dimensions | GUB231 |
|---|---|
| POP Information | |
| 10'' Peg Hook | 4 |
| 6'' Peg Hook | 3 |
| Unit Dimensions | |
| Height | 2.75" |
| Depth | 1" |
| Width | 2.5" |
| Unit Package Dimensions | |
| Height | 7.25" |
| Width | 6" |
| Depth | 2.25" |
| Master Carton | |
| Height | 7" |
| Width | 8" |
| Depth | 15" |
| Master Carton Qty. | 6 |
| Weight | |
| Master Carton Wt. | 4.5 lb. |
| Unit Pack Wt. | 0.65 lb. |
| Unit Wt. | 0.1 lb. |
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