Digi AW02-G300 AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS

Digi AW02-G300 AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS is an industrial USB hub built around a metal housing, supporting multiport USB 3.1 connectivity extended over Ethernet. Designed for industrial and enterprise deployments, it enables flexible remote access to USB peripherals while keeping the host PC in a secure, controlled environment. This metal-encased device operates continuously within 0 to 40 degrees Celsius and handles humidity up to 95% non-condensing, making it field-ready for typical industrial conditions. It features two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type A ports delivering 1.8 A each for reliable peripheral power and data transfer. The Ethernet interface supports 10/100/1000 Mbps for high availability and stable connectivity. The AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS complies with international safety and EMI standards including UL 60950, EN62368, FCC Part 15 Class B, and EN55024, ensuring dependable operation in regulated environments.

Management is facilitated via Digi Remote Manager and WebUI, providing remote configuration and monitoring capabilities. Its reinforced design includes a sealed construction and vibration tolerance, underscoring suitability for continuous-duty deployments in demanding settings.

AW02-G300 Features

  • Connect USB peripheral devices to a PC from remote or virtual hosts
  • Ideal for connecting USB devices over the network in virtualized environments
  • Supports multi-host connectivity for each USB port or group independently
  • Supports Digi Remote Manager cloud-based management platform to deploy, monitor and manage devices

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Product Type

Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

Country Of Manufacture

United States

Case Material

Metal

Certifications

UL 60950, CSA 22.2 No. 60950, EN60950, EN62368 - CE, FCC Part 15 Class B, AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN55024, EN55032

Console Connectors

(1) DB09M; RS-232 DTE

Custom Options Products

Cable Length,Laser Etching,Custom Printing,Power Supply,Mounting Options

Dimensions

(L X W X H) 118 mm x 74 mm x 30 mm (4.6 in x 2.9 in x 1.2 in)

Ethernet

(1) RJ-45; 10/100/1000 Mbps

Height

30 mm

Housing Colour

Black

Humidity

5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Length

118 mm

Local Management

WebUI (HTTP/HTTPS); CLI (SSH)

Memory

512 MB RAM, 4 GB flash (eMMC)

Operating Temperature

0 degrees celsius to 40 degrees celsius

Ordering Info

AnywhereUSB 2 Plus; dual USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, single 10M/100M/1G Ethernet, 5 VDC (power supply sold separately)*

Protocols

Supports multi-host connectivity for each USB port or group independently

Remote Management

Digi Remote Manager (cloud based)

Status LED

(2) Ethernet, 2 (x1) USB, power

Storage Temperature

0 to 40C

Usb Connectors

(2) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type A - 1.8 A per port (simultaneous)

Width

74 mm

The Digi AW02-G300 AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The AW02-G300 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Broadcast and Media, Education, Energy and Utilities, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.

Across these sectors, the AW02-G300 is typically used in applications such as Asset Tracking And Management, Digital Signage And Information Terminals, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Mobile Workforce Operations, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the AW02-G300 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the AW02-G300 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Digi AW02-G300 AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS comes with a 5 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Digi AW02-G300 AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Digi AW02-G300 AnywhereUSB 2 PLUS or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

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