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2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch

2-Port Automatic Printer Switch
MPN: GUB231

UPC: 881317504807

Sale price$39.95

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 Switching software requires Admin rights

2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch
2-Port USB 2.0 Automatic Printer Switch Sale price$39.95
Auto - Switching

Automatically* switch from one computer to another when connecting to a USB printer. Say goodbye to manual switching even when working on macOS and Windows OS.

* 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.

Backwards Compatible

The 2-Port USB 2.0 automatic Printer Switch has speeds of up to 480 mbps at USB 2.0 speeds. It is also backwards compatible with USB 1.1 for legacy printers.

  • 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

**Automatic Switching software requires Admin rights

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

GUB231 Software (MacOS) Download

Release Date: 02/06/2020

Mac OS 10.13 (High Sierra)
Mac OS 10.14.x (Mojave)
Mac OS 10.15 (Catalina)
MAC OS 11x (Big Sur)
MAC OS Monterey
Mac OS 13x Ventura

**Automatic Switching software requires Admin rights

GUB231 Sofware (Windows) Download

Release Date: 04/10/2019

Windows 7 32-bit
Windows 7 64-bit
Windows 8.1 32-bit
Windows 8.1 64-bit
Windows 10 32-bit
Windows 10 64-bit
Windows 11

GBU231 Software (MacOS) Download

Release Date: 02/05/2015

Mac OS 10.6.x
Mac OS 10.7.x
Mac OS 10.8.x
Mac OS 10.9.x
Mac OS 10.10

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FunctionGUB231
Computer Connections
DirectUSB Type B to Type A
Connectors
Console1 x USB Type A
Device Side2 x USB Type B
Environment
Humidity0-80% RH
Operation Temperature41 to 104 degree Fahrenheit
Storage Temperature-4 to 140 degree Fahrenheit
LEDs
Port StatusGreen - Online / Orange - Locked
Host StatusOrange - Online
Operating System SupportWindows XP and above; Mac: 10.4.5, 10.5 and above
Power ConsumptionDC 5V, 2.5W
Power SupplyUSB Bus powered
DimensionsGUB231
POP Information
10'' Peg Hook4
6'' Peg Hook3
Unit Dimensions
Height2.75"
Depth1"
Width2.5"
Unit Package Dimensions
Height7.25"
Width6"
Depth2.25"
Master Carton
Height7"
Width8"
Depth15"
Master Carton Qty.6
Weight
Master Carton Wt.4.5 lb.
Unit Pack Wt.0.65 lb.
Unit Wt.0.1 lb.