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Installation Installation Guide
Wireless USB Host Adapter
GUWA200
PART NO. M1070
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Table of Contents System Requirements 4 Frequently Asked Questions 18 Important Information 5 Technical Specifications 20 Package Contents 6 Limited Warranty 21 Device Overview 7 Federal Communications Commission 22 (FCC) Statement Installation 8 Contact 23 Software Installation 9 Appendix 24 Connecting Wireless USB Host Adapter 12 Compatibility with GUWH104KIT 24 Wireless USB Manager 14 Cable association with Wireless USB 25 Wireless USB Host Adapter Settings 16 devices 2 3
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System Requirements - Microsoft Windows® XP 32-bit (Service Pack 2) - Microsoft Windows® Vista® 32/64-bit - USB 2.0 Compliant hardware and system 4 5
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Important Information Before you get started, please NOTE: Do not place Wireless USB adapter under direct sunlight or near high heat emitting devices; Do not place Wireless USB adapter near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards; Do not place Wireless USB adapter on any moving or unstable surfaces. 4 5
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Package Contents 1 x Wireless USB Host Adapter (for PC) 1 x USB 2.0 Extension Cable (5 ft.) 1 x Quick Start Guide 1 x Registration / Warranty Card 1 x Installation CD (with User Manual) 6 7
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Device Overview Wireless USB Host Adapter 1. LINK: Data Transfer Activity Indicator a. LED blinks when data is being transferred 1 2 2. PWR: Power a. LED is solid when powered by the PC 6 7 LINK PWR
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Installation Please always check www.iogear.com for the latest drivers. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you purchase the hub kit GUWH104KIT, please refer to Appendix “Compatibility with GUWH104KIT” of this User’s Manual in the CD-ROM for important information regarding steps to perform before the instal- lation of the Wireless USB Host Adapter. Before installing the Wireless USB Host Adapter GUWA200 software, please make sure that the Wireless USB Host Adapter and other Wireless USB device are not connecte
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Software Installation Notes: 1. If installing on Windows XP, Service Pack 2 (SP2) is required. Please Verify that SP2 has been installed on your PC before proceeding with the UWB installation software. 2. Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 is required by the driver software. Once you begin the software installation, if .NET Framework 2.0 is not installed on your PC, the software will automatically prompt you to install it before proceeding to the UWB software installation. Step 1 – Insert installat
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Step 3 – The next screen will let you choose whether to install the latest software from the IOGEAR website or to install the software directly from the installation CD. By choosing Option 2: Download latest software installer from the Web, a web browser window will launch directing you to the IOGEAR website where you’ll find the most up-to-date software. Once you download the software, double-click on the .exe file to begin the installation process. If selecting Option 1: Install direc
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Step 4 – If you previously installed the GUWH104KIT software, then you will be prompted to remove the software from your computer. For more information, please see Appendix. Step 5 – For Windows XP users, if you do not have Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 installed, you will be prompted to have it installed. 1. Click “Yes” to install .NET 2.0 Framework 2. Check “License Agreement” and click “Install” 3. Click “Finish” to complete installing .NET Framework 2.0 4. Restart the computer when prompted
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Connecting Wireless USB Host Adapter Once you connect the Wireless USB Host Adapter to your computer, its drivers will be installed automatically. There are 2 options to connect the Wireless USB Host Adapter to your computer. Option 1 Verify that the antenna on the Wireless USB Host Adapter is securely attached and pointed in a vertical position. Plug the Wireless USB Host Adapter into an available USB 2.0 port on your computer. 12 13
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Option 2 Once the Wireless USB Host Adapter has been If using a Desktop PC, plug the Wireless USB Host installed properly you will have the ability to Adapter into an available USB 2.0 port utilizing the connect to your “Certified Wireless USB device”. provided extension cable. Place the extension cable You will need to follow the instructions set forth by on a flat surface, preferably the top of the desk/ the manufacturer of your Wireless USB device for work area in order to ensure a good
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Wireless USB Manager The Wireless USB Manager is a simple and easy- To launch the Wireless USB Manager, double to-use interface that allows you to manage your click on the Wireless USB Manager icon. On the Wireless USB devices and control your Wireless main pane, you will find an icon representing your USB Host Adapter settings. The Wireless USB “Certified Wireless USB Device”. If your Wireless Manager can be accessed via the Wireless USB USB device is not connected, the icon will be Manage
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If your Wireless USB device is connected and The View menu will give the option of what type of working, then the icon will change and show the devices you wish to display (All Devices, current signal strength. Connected Devices and Disconnected Devices). Illustrator below is for your reference. The Options menu will give the option to launch Host Settings window and turn the Wireless USB Host Adapter radio on or off. The Help menu offers quick help on how to connect devices to your Wirel
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Wireless USB Host Adapter Settings To manage the Wireless USB Host Adapter settings, either select “Host Settings” in the “ Option” menu of the Wireless USB Manager application or right click on the Wireless USB Manager icon in the Windows tray. • General Settings 1. Enable the Wireless USB radio: turn on or off the Wireless USB radio. 2. Host name: Change the name of your Wireless USB Host Adapter. 3. Cable association connection rules: Always, Never or Ask me each time. By default Wir
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• Advanced Settings Channel selection: this function allows you to manually set a radio channel (not recommended) for the wireless communication (combination of Band Group and Channel). For optimal performance, the automatic setting is recommended. 16 17
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Frequently Asked Questions For the latest FAQs, please go to IOGEAR website (www.iogear.com). 1. Why can’t I install .NET? You may have an older version of .net, preventing the newer one from being installed. Using Add/Remove Programs or Programs and Features on the Control Panel, uninstall any version of Microsoft .NET Framework older than version 2.0. Then install Microsoft .NET Framework from the Wireless USB Host Adapter installer. 2. My Wireless USB Host Adapter is plugged into my compu
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If you see an icon that is grayed out in the Wireless Still not connected? USB Manager, try resetting the Wireless USB device adapter by unplugging its power cord and Double check that the radio for your Wireless plugging it back in. You should see the icon in the USB Host Adapter is Enabled in the Wireless Wireless USB Manager appear in color when it is USB Manager. connected. Illustrator below is for your reference. 18 19
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Technical Specifications Function GUWA200 Operating System Support Microsoft XP 32-bit; Microsoft Vista 32/64-bit PHY Data Rate 53.3Mbps, 80Mbps, 106.6Mbps, 160Mbps, 200Mbps, 320Mbps, 400Mbps, 480Mbps Operating Range Up to 30 feet (10 meters) Frequency 3.1GHz to 4.8GHz (WiMedia Band Group 1) Number of Channels 7 channels (3 FFI + 4 TFI) RF Modulation Type QPSK/DCM Interface USB USB Specification Certified Wireless USB 1.0; USB 2.0 Association Mode Cable Association Antenna Type Omni direction
