Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2304

Product Overview

The Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 is a four-port USB 2.0 extender for commercial AV and IT installations that need several USB peripherals placed away from the host. It provides true USB 2.0 extension at up to 480 Mbps over Cat 5e cabling with no supplementary software drivers, using Icron's ExtremeUSB technology for plug-and-play operation. An integrated four-port hub means a single extended link can serve up to four USB devices, making it a clean 4-port USB 2.0 extender for conference rooms and training rooms.

Product Description

The Ranger 2304 is a two-piece Local Extender (LEX) and Remote Extender (REX) system that carries USB over a dedicated Cat 5e connection, so peripherals can sit well beyond the standard 5-meter USB limit. Thanks to ExtremeUSB, it is a true plug-and-play solution compatible with all leading operating systems and supports USB 2.0 and 1.1 peripherals including keyboards, webcams, mice, flash drives, and interactive whiteboards. Because the four-port hub is built in, there is no need for an additional external hub at the device end, which simplifies USB extension over Cat5e in rooms with multiple peripherals. The Ranger 2304 uses an ASIC-based design with an updated Cypress USB hub and Realtek internal Ethernet PHY for dependable performance in fixed installations. For longer single-port USB 2.0 runs with flexible power, see the Icron Ranger 2311; for USB 3.2 Gen 1 extension, compare the Raven 3204C, or browse the full Icron USB extender collection. This product is also known as part number 00-00347.

Key Features

• True USB 2.0 extension — Carries USB 2.0 at up to 480 Mbps over Cat 5e with no supplementary drivers.
• Integrated four-port hub — Connects up to four USB devices at the remote end without an extra hub.
• ExtremeUSB plug-and-play — Transparent operation compatible with all leading operating systems.
• Broad peripheral support — Works with keyboards, webcams, mice, flash drives, and interactive whiteboards.
• ASIC-based design — Updated Cypress USB hub and Realtek internal Ethernet PHY for reliable fixed-install performance.
• Two-piece LEX/REX system — Simple Local and Remote Extender architecture over a single Cat 5e run.

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms and huddle rooms with multiple USB peripherals
• Training rooms and multi-purpose rooms using interactive whiteboards
• Commercial meeting spaces extending keyboards, webcams, and mice to a remote host

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What cabling does the Ranger 2304 require?
A dedicated Cat 5e cable between the LEX and REX for USB 2.0 extension at up to 480 Mbps.

Do I need an external hub for multiple devices?
No. The Ranger 2304 has an integrated four-port hub, so up to four USB devices connect directly at the remote extender.

Does it require driver software?
No. ExtremeUSB extension is transparent to the host, so the system is true plug-and-play with all leading operating systems.

What peripherals does it support?
USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices such as keyboards, webcams, mice, flash drives, and interactive whiteboards.

How does it differ from the Ranger 2311?
The Ranger 2311 is a single-port extender with flexible power for runs up to 100 m; the 2304 provides four ports through an integrated hub.

What support is available after purchase?
For integration questions, compatibility checks, or warranty support, contact the Creation Networks team through creationnetworks.net.