Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2311 USB 2.0 extenders

Product Overview

The Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2311 is a single-port USB 2.0 extender for commercial, industrial, and IT installations that need one USB device placed far from the host. It enables USB 2.0 connections at up to 480 Mbps over 100 m (330 ft) of solid-conductor Cat 5e (or better) cabling, using a two-piece extender design with no driver installation required. Its flexible power feature can deliver up to 1 A at the remote unit and even power the REX over the extension link, which makes this 100m USB 2.0 extender practical where outlets are scarce.

Product Description

The Ranger 2311 is a Local Extender (LEX) and Remote Extender (REX) system that carries a single USB 2.0 high-speed or USB 1.1 connection up to 100 meters over solid-conductor Cat 5 (or better) cable. Its defining feature is flexible power: an AC adapter at either the LEX or REX can supply up to 1 A to the USB port versus the standard 500 mA, and the LEX can deliver power to the REX over the extension link, simplifying USB extension over Cat5e in locations without a convenient outlet. The system provides one remote USB 2.0 port, and the device count can be increased downstream using additional USB hubs. The Ranger 2311 is FCC/CE Class B certified and meets EN-61000 8 kV ESD immunity, with supported platforms including Windows, macOS, and Linux and power versions available for UK, Japanese, European, and Australian regions. Because mounting holes are integrated into the housing, it installs cleanly in industrial, medical, retail point-of-sale, and remote administration settings as well as commercial meeting spaces. For four-port USB 2.0 extension through an integrated hub, see the Icron Ranger 2304; for USB 3.2 Gen 1, compare the Raven 3204C, or browse the full Icron USB extender collection.

Key Features

• USB 2.0 extension to 100 m — Carries USB 2.0 high-speed and USB 1.1 devices up to 330 ft over solid-conductor Cat 5e or better.
• Flexible power up to 1 A — Supplies up to 1 A at the USB port versus the standard 500 mA for power-hungry peripherals.
• Power over the extension link — The LEX can power the REX over Cat 5, simplifying installs with no remote outlet.
• Single remote USB 2.0 port — Device count can be expanded downstream with additional USB hubs.
• True plug-and-play — Ready to operate out of the box with no driver installation on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• FCC/CE Class B and 8 kV ESD — Certified and meets EN-61000 8 kV ESD immunity for demanding environments.
• Integrated mounting holes — Housing includes mounting holes for clean fixed installation.

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms extending a single USB peripheral such as a touch panel or camera
• Commercial meeting spaces and multi-purpose rooms with a remotely located device
• Industrial and medical USB applications requiring extra port power
• Retail point-of-sale and remote administration/control installations

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can the Ranger 2311 extend USB?
Up to 100 m (330 ft) over solid-conductor Cat 5e or better cable for a single USB 2.0 device.

What does the flexible power feature do?
An AC adapter can be placed at the LEX or REX, supplying up to 1 A at the USB port, and the LEX can power the REX over the Cat 5 link when no remote outlet is available.

Can I connect more than one device?
The 2311 provides one remote USB 2.0 port; you can add downstream USB hubs to increase the number of devices.

Does it require driver installation?
No. It is true plug-and-play and ready to operate out of the box on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Is it suitable for industrial or medical use?
Yes. It is FCC/CE Class B certified, meets EN-61000 8 kV ESD immunity, and has integrated mounting holes for fixed installation.

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