Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

IOGEAR, Inc

Manufacturer Part Number

GUB231

Brand Name

IOGEAR

Product Model

GUB231

Product Name

2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch

Product Type

Print Server

Interfaces/Ports
USB

Yes

Number of USB Ports

3

Power Description
Input Voltage

5 V DC

Power Consumption

2.50 W

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor

Desktop

Height

2.8

Width

2.5

Depth

1

Weight (Approximate)

1.60 oz

Miscellaneous
Package Contents

  • GUB231 2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch
  • 1 x 6 ft. USB A-B Cable
  • 1 x User Manual
  • 1 x Application CD
  • 1 x Registration / Warranty Card

Additional Information

  • Simply press a button to switch a USB device between computers
  • 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

Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

3 Year

Included in the Box

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    USB Switch - Main unit

FAQs

What is the IOGEAR GUB231 and what does it do?
The IOGEAR GUB231 is a 2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch that allows two computers (PCs or Macs) to share a single USB printer or other USB device. It features automatic switching for printers, meaning when you send a print job, it automatically switches to the correct computer. The device can also share other USB peripherals like external hard drives or scanners between two computers.
How do I switch between computers using the GUB231?
There are two ways to switch between computers using the GUB231: 1) For printers, it switches automatically when you send a print job, 2) For other USB devices, you can either press the physical push-button on the switch or use the included software to change between computers. LED lights indicate which computer currently has access to the connected USB device.
What are the physical specifications of the IOGEAR GUB231?
The IOGEAR GUB231 has a compact desktop form factor measuring 2.8" in height, 2.5" in width, and 1" in depth. It weighs approximately 1.60 ounces, making it lightweight and easy to place on your desk. The device features 3 USB ports and operates on 5V DC power with a power consumption of 2.50W.
What comes in the package with the GUB231?
The GUB231 package includes: 1) The 2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch unit, 2) One 6-foot USB A-B Cable, 3) A user manual, 4) An application CD containing the switching software, and 5) A registration/warranty card. Everything needed for basic setup is included in the box.
What types of USB devices can I connect to the GUB231?
The GUB231 can connect various USB devices including printers, multi-function printers, external hard drives, and scanners. While the automatic switching feature works specifically with USB printers or the printer function of multi-function printers, other USB devices can be shared between computers using manual switching via the push-button or software control.

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