Chapter 4
Connecting computers and other devices
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Cable type Maximum length Recommendation
USB 3.0 9' (3 m) SMART supports only installations that use directly
connected video and USB cables, AC-powered
extenders, or USB extenders purchased from SMART.
You might be able to use higher-grade cables that are
longer than specified. If you have problems with such a
cable or an extender of any type, test the connection with
a shorter cable before contacting SMART Support.
USB Type-C 6' 6" (2 m) for
SuperSpeed 5Gbps
cables
USB-IF certified USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C cable,
SuperSpeed (5 Gbps) support
To use a USB Type-C cable for video, you need:
l
A full-featured cable that supports SuperSpeed
5Gbps (or faster) data rates.
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A computer that supports Display Port Alternate
Mode via USB Type-C
Using cables that exceed these maximum lengths may produce unexpected results, degraded picture
quality or degraded USB connectivity.
Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices
You can use USB drives, peripherals, and other devices with a computer connected to the display using the
display’s USB plugs.
For more information, see Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices on the next page.
Troubleshooting connected computers
For troubleshooting information for connected computers, see Chapter 5: Troubleshooting on page54.
Connecting a SMART OPS PC module
If your organization has purchased a SMART OPS PC module, you or your
organization’s installers can install the OPS PC module in the display’s accessory
slot following the OPS PC module’s installation instructions
(smarttech.com/kb/171544). You can then view the OPS PC module’s input on the
display.
For more information about SMART OPS PC modules, see the SMART OPS PC
modules user guide (smarttech.com/kb/171747).
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