Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment with WiDGET. Switch your WiDGET off when you are in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. ...
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Congratulations on your purchase of WiDRIVE WiDGET. You made an excellent choice and we hope you will enjoy all its capabilities. WiDGET is a wireless mobile device which can be a wireless router, a wireless storage (USB dongle / hard drive / SD card), a SD card reader or a power bank. Using WiDGET, you can share all the contents wirelessly to whomever and whenever you want to share with. Furthermore, you do not have to be worry about running out of the battery of your mobile device. Enjoy all the conveniences that WiDGET brings to you. Package content Your WiDRIVE WiDGET has shipped along with the following content. Please ensure you have all the following items. WiDGET DC 5V 2A power Quick start guide adapter ...
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or Card Power reader) button LED status indicators Note! Please make sure WiDGET is fully charge for 5 hours by using adapter or charge 8 hours by connecting to the computer before the very first time. Cautions! Keep this product in a dry place. Never place or use the product in wet or dirty conditions. Never throw this product into a fire. Never throw or drop this product under any circumstances. Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by EDSLAB, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by this User Manual, could void your ...
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Understand the LED indicators 2. Functions Before using WiDGET, knowing how to turn on/off the product is important. Just press the power button and the red power indicator starts blinking. Please wait patiently till the red indicator becomes blue and you can enjoy your WiDGET. After using, please press the power button again to turn off WiDGET. Note! Press the power button for a second, WiDGET will be turned on/off in normal process; hold down the power button for 5 seconds, WiDGET will be turned off compulsorily. ...
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Connecting WiDGET to an Ethernet cable. Make sure your WiDGET is on. III. Please check if your WiDGET is connected to Internet. IV. Connect to Internet successfully. Now you can surf the internet. Note! WiDGET can be charged by power adapter at the same time. You can charge your smart phone while WiDGET is NOT charging. WiDGET will turn off automatically while serving as a SD card reader. ...
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Wireless storage With the impressing innovation on our technology these days, instant exchange of dynamic information seems to be more essential than ever. Based on these facts, WiDGET is the best choice and easiest way to share your data. It’s not only convenient to store files on the devices, moreover it streams the content to tablets, smart phones, or computers. The following information will guide you to use WiDGET properly as the wireless storage, and a list of compatible devices and web browsers is stated below as well. [For PC and Notebook] To be a wireless storage Switch on WiDGET. Insert a SD card, USB dongle or an external HDD into WiDGET. iii. Search and Connect Wi‐Fi signal of WiDGET. Launch internet browser and key in the IP address “192.168.2.1”. ...
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On the login page, select the default username “Admin” and key in the account password “admin” in textboxes to login. Enter WiDGET’s personal home page successfully ...
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Operation Display Actions Display the file(s) and folder(s) in the location you are You can set your WiDGET or navigating or operating. logout from it. ...
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(audio/video/image /document) Logout from web Setting page Introduction of operation icons Icon Function Description Home Back to web folder Up Go up one directory/folder. Cut Cut the selected file(s) or folder(s). Copy Copy the selected file(s) or folder(s). Paste Paste the file(s) or folder(s) you have cut or copied. Delete Delete the selected file(s) or folder(s). New folder Create a new folder in current location. Rename Rename the selected file(s) or folder(s). Upload Upload your file(s) from your device to WiDGET. Download Download file(s) from WiDGET to your device. Search Type in keyword and then click on to start searching. ...
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Page overview Wi‐Disk: This page is your file management page. It shows all the files located in your WiDGET. You can do any file search here as well. Besides, you can click on NAME, SIZE or DATE tags to display your file(s) or folder(s) in different order. Music: All the audio files will be listed here. Video: All the video files will be listed here. ...
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Photo: All the image files will be listed here. ...
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Document: All the document files will be listed here. Setting page: You can set up your WiDGET here. The items can be set or altered include, Wi‐Fi signal, Wi‐Fi network, wired network, internet connection, account, language, power off, restart, restore and firmware version upgrade. Note! After finishing Wi‐Fi signal, Wi‐Fi network, wired network and internal connection settings, remember to restart the WiDGET so the changes can be applied. ...
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→ WEP 128 bit → WPA → WPA2 → WPA+WPA2 WLAN You can manually assign a channel from 1 to 11 to your WiDGET. channel Wi‐Fi network setting: IP address, subnet mask and DHCP server setting. Note! After finishing Wi‐Fi network settings, remember to click on the “OK” button to save the changes. The default value is: 192.168.2.1, however you can always manually assign an IP IP address address to your WiDGET. You can manually assign the subnet mask of your WiDGET. We strongly suggest you Subnet mask use the default value: 255.255.255.0. IP start from The start of the range of IP available for your WiDGET network. IP end at The end of the range of IP available for your WiDGET network. ...
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Wired network setting: Auto IP assigns, DSL (PPPoE) and fixed IP address setting. Configure how your WiDGET connects with the internet. This is the default setting. Your WiDGET obtains from a DHCP server. Auto IP assign Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. DSL (PPPoE) Fill in IP address, subnet mask and gateway if a static connection method is used. Fixed IP address Note! After finishing wired network settings, remember to click on the “OK” button to save the ...
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Internet connection In internet connection mode, WiDGET is able to be a wireless client, connecting to an Access Point wirelessly and enabling Internet connectivity wherever you want. a. Click on to active the internet connection mode. b. This function will scan all of the Access Point within range and configure the SSID and the type of Security to associate with it. c. Input the Encryption password of the Access Point d. Click OK. e. The notice message will occur, you may restart the device now or later to activate the internet connection mode. Note! The Access Point information will now be saved in the WiDGET. You will not have to redo every single time unless you change the Access Point, Type Security or the Password ...
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Administrator User Number of 1 8 accounts Function access Have the access rights to all functions Have the access rights to all functions rights including the right of setting. except the right of setting. Language: Select Language You can select language from the dropdown bar, and remember to click on the “OK” button to change the display language. Power off: Shut down your WiDGET You can shut down WiDGET via WEB page. Just click on the “OK” button to power off your device. Note! The LED indicator blinks between red and blue when processing shutdown. ...
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Restore setting: It will restore all the settings to the original factory defaults without any files being erased. You can also press the Reset button in the middle case for the same operation. Note! The LED indicator blinks between red and blue when processing restore. Firmware version upgrade: Making an upgrade on WiDGET firmware You can upgrade your WiDGET to the latest firmware to improve the performance. Before upgrading firmware, please make sure you have the latest firmware downloaded to the device your ...
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And then click on the “Choose File” button to locate the firmware file on your device. Finally, click on the “Upgrade” button and wait for your WiDGET to restart. The LED indicator blinks between red and blue during upgrade. ...
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With such connection, WiDGET itself cannot be turned on so that it is unable to work as power bank or make any wireless transmission at the time. The memory capacity of SD card which WiDGET can support is up to 64 GB. Power bank EDSLAB WiDGET is compatible with many devices by using an A type USB plug, making it a versatile companion for your daily life. Charge your mobile device support up to 5V 1.5A Before charging your mobile devices, make sure that your USB cable came with a type A plug. ...
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When charging begins, the red charge indicator lights up immediately and it goes off spontaneously once the charging has completed. Note! Please recharge your WiDGET when you see the battery indicator is blinking in red. Caution! Please do not attempt to use a different power adapter on WiDGET. Using other power adapter may damage WiDGET and will void the manufacturer warranty. 3. Usage in your mobile devices You can also use WiDGET with your mobile devices such as smart phones, PADs or any devices with Wi‐Fi. There are 2 ways to use with your mobile devices: mobile web browsers and APP. Please ...
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Note! The difference between PC browser and mobile web browser is “Download” function. There is no “Download” function supported in the mobile web browser. “EDSLAB WiDRIVE” is a free APP for everyone. It is an easy way for user to do the data transmits or streams. Just follow few easy steps as below for using “EDSLAB WiDRIVE”. Please scan the QR code below or search and download “EDSLAB WiDRIVE” in the APP store. ...
Web server Application APP(Android, IOS) DHCP FCC, CE, RoHS Regulatory PPPoE, Dynamic IP, Static IP Other Support smart phones, tablet PC and handheld game consoles Insert the SD card and share the pictures instantly Browse the files while sharing the wireless Plug and play As a AP router / power bank / SD card reader / portable wireless storage 5. Regulatory information FCC Compliance Model: WiDGET / FCC ID: WYRWIDGET This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. ...
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. (Example ‐ use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co‐located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co‐located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. CE Compliance NCC Compliance 6. Trouble shooting...
7. Contact information For the latest utility, application, and support document downloads you can visit EDSLAB website: http://www.edslab.com/. For technical support please contact support@edslab.com. For general inquiries please contact sales@edslab.com. OUR VISION Due to the mature development of multimedia devices (PC/PAD/Smart phone), more and more content must be stored or managed through different interfaces. Therefore, a simple friendly user interface has become an essential issue for all devices. As being a customer‐oriented company, our products allow users to easily access their data via any device so that they can centralize, manage and share the data only in single place. In other words, EDSLAB’s products with cloud and APP can give you the simplest way to enjoy your daily digital ...
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