PCAN-USB Hub – User Manual
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2 Installing the Software and
the Adapter
This chapter covers the software setup for the PCAN-USB Hub
under Windows and the connection of the hub to the computer.
Drivers for the CAN interface as well as the RS-232 interfaces are
installed.
Install the driver before
you connect the USB hub to the computer.
Do the following to install the driver:
1. Start Intro.exe from the supplied DVD.
The navigation program starts.
2. Select in the main menu Drivers and click on Install now.
3. Confirm the message of the User Account Control related to
"Installer database of PEAK Drivers".
The driver setup starts.
4. Follow the program instructions.
Do the following to connect the adapter:
Note: Do not use a USB extension cable to connect the PCAN-
USB adapter to the computer. The use of an extension cable
does not comply with the USB specification and can lead to
malfunction of the adapter.
1. Connect the USB hub to a USB port of the computer or of an
other connected USB hub. The computer can remain
powered on.
Windows detects the new hardware and completes the
driver installation.