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CATC NetMate USB/Ethernet Link User’s Manual
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1. Introduction
The CATC NetMate USB/Ethernet Link (a Universal Serial Bus-to-
Ethernet adapter) makes it easy to connect any USB-equipped
notebook, portable, or desktop computer to an Ethernet local area
network. The product consists of a small plastic enclosure
incorporating both USB and 10BaseT (RJ45 TP) Ethernet ports, plus
the associated software.
Windows applications that communicate via an Ethernet card will
also work with the CATC NetMate Link (simply referred to as the
Link). The Link offers a Plug and Play solution for network
connectivity, eliminating the need to insert cards or shut down the
system at connection time.
Figure 1-1. CATC NetMate USB/Ethernet Link
The Link, which conforms to both USB and Ethernet specifications,
functions as a full-speed USB device. In addition, the hardware
includes an Ethernet controller, appropriate memory buffers, and on-
board non-volatile memory for network configuration. The unit
requires no external power supply; it is powered directly by the
Universal Serial Bus.