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- Page 1 Installation Guide Installation Wireless USB Hub and Adapter Kit GUWH204KIT PART NO. M1064...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents System Requirements Package Contents Device Overview Installation Hardware Preparation Software Installation Driver Installation Connecting USB Devices Advanced Settings Frequently Asked Questions Technical Specifications Technical Support Limited Warranty Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Contact... -
Page 4: System Requirements
System Requirements - PC System requires Windows XP 32-bit (with SP2 and .NET Framework 2.0) or Windows Vista 32-bit or 64-bit - Available AC outlets in the room - Available USB ports - Software requires Windows and CD-ROM drive... -
Page 5: Package Contents
Package Contents 1 x Wireless USB Hub 1 x Wireless USB Host Adapter 1 x Power Adapter 1 x USB 2.0 Type A to mini-B Cable (3 ft.) 1 x USB 2.0 Extension Cable (5 ft.) 1 x Software CD (with Electronic Manual) 1 x Quick Start Guide 1 x Registration / Warranty Card... -
Page 6: Device Overview
Device Overview 1. Host PC LED Solid LED indicates that the Wireless USB Hub has established a wireless connection with the Wireless USB Host Adapter 2. Hub LED Flashing indicates that data is being transmitted 3. Security LED Normally Off. Flashes during cable association process. Solid LED indicates a successful cable association process. - Page 7 8. Wireless USB Activity Indicator * The Host Selection button can be used if the Wireless USB Hub has already been successfully associated with more than one Wireless USB Host Adapter-PC combination. The Wireless USB Hub can support up to 8 such associations. Use the Host Selection button to manually cycle through the up to 8 choices for which Wireless USB Host Adapter-PC combination to connect to.
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Page 8: Installation
Installation Before we get started, please NOTE: Do not place Wireless USB devices under direct sunlight or near high heat emitting devices; Do not place Wireless USB devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards; Do not place Wireless USB devices on any moving or unstable surfaces;... -
Page 9: Hardware Preparation
Hardware Preparation Do not connect the Wireless USB Host Adapter to your computer until you are instructed to do so later in the section titled “Driver Installation”. Remove the Wireless USB Host Adapter, Wireless USB Hub, USB 2.0 A to Mini B Cable, power adapter, extension adapter, and the installation CD from the package. -
Page 10: Software Installation
If your PC already has a previous version of this software installed, please be sure to un-install it before proceeding. To un-install go to Control Panel -> Add or Remove Programs. Scroll to “IOGEAR Wireless USB (HWA)” Click “IOGEAR Wireless USB (HWA)”, then click Remove. - Page 11 To install the UWB software, insert the included CD into your computer. The following menu should appear automatically. If not, select “Run CD_Start.exe” OR navigate to the CD Rom drive containing the installation CD and double click on CD_Start.exe to bring up the user menu.
- Page 12 If you choose ‘Option 2: Download latest software installer from the Web’, a browser window will appear redirecting you directly to the IOGEAR website where you’ll find the most up-to-date driver software. Once you download the software, double-click on the...
- Page 13 If you choose to install the software from the installation CD, select ‘Option 1: Install directly from CD’ Click on the appropriate Windows operating system your PC is running. This will start the software installation. Please follow the installation wizard. Note: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 is required by the driver software.
- Page 14 Once the software has completed installing, the WiCenter application will automatically open. If not, please double-click on the WiCenter shortcut created on the Desktop during the installation process.
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Page 15: Driver Installation
Driver Installation Step 1: Connecting Host Adapter Plug the Wireless USB Host Adapter into an available USB 2.0 port. - Page 16 If using a Desktop PC, plug the Wireless USB Host Adapter into an available USB 2.0 port utilizing the provided extension cable. Place the extension cable on a fl at surface, preferably the top of the desk/work area in order to ensure a good line-of-sight signal with the Wireless USB Hub.
- Page 17 Step 2: Connecting Wireless USB Hub Verify that the antenna is securely attached to the Wireless USB Hub and is pointed in a vertical position. Power on the Wireless USB Hub by plugging the power adapter provided in the package.
- Page 18 Step 3: Wireless USB Hub association In order for the Wireless USB Adapter to communicate with the Wireless USB Hub, you will need to start the association process. The association process will set up a wireless link between the Wireless USB Host Adapter and the Wireless USB Hub.
- Page 19 Windows will detect that a new device has been connected. This will automatically install the necessary drivers and start the Wireless USB Association process. You will see the window on the screen as shown below. Click OK to begin the association process.
- Page 20 Once the association process has been successfully completed, you will see the wireless connection status showing Association Successful. Click OK to close the window.
- Page 21 After completing the association process, unplug the USB A to mini B cable from the Wireless USB Hub.
- Page 22 Wireless USB Host Adapter. The View Console screen will also show the IOGEAR Wireless USB Hub under the Connected column, indicating that the wireless link connection has been established.
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Page 23: Connecting Usb Devices
Connecting USB Devices Once the Wireless USB Hub is connected and communicating with the Wireless USB Host Adapter, you may connect your USB devices to the Wireless USB Hub. Once connected, you will be able view the USB devices connected by clicking the [+]. - Page 24 To disconnect a USB device from your PC, you may select Safely Remove from the list on the WiCenter program or from your computer’s system tray. Note: If your USB device requires software or drivers installation, such as a printer, please connect your USB device to your PC first and install the software or driver before connecting to the Wireless USB Hub.
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Page 25: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings The advanced settings of WiCenter allow you to make changes related to the Channel that data is being transmitted on, as well as the rate at which data is sent. The following shows the Advanced Settings tab which can be accessed by clicking on Settings Wireless USB Settings, and then selecting the Advanced tab on the window that appears. - Page 26 If required to change the Channel manually, select Manual channel selection. The following figure shows the available channels for selection.
- Page 27 Once a channel has been changed manually, the following window will appear indicating that the connection on the Wireless USB Hub will disconnect. Click Yes to change the channel. Once the channel is changed, the Wireless USB Hub will automatically re-connect.
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Page 28: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Problem : WiCenter UWB Software reports errors when trying to use the Wireless USB Host Adapter and Wireless USB Hub on Windows XP operating system. Solution: Verify that Service Pack 2 (SP2) has been installed on your PC. Problem : No LEDs lighting up on the Wireless USB Hub. - Page 29 Problem : Poor/Diminished range with the Wireless USB Host Adapter and Wireless USB Hub. Solution: If using a Desktop PC, do not plug the Wireless USB Host Adapter in the back of the PC. Plug the Wireless USB Host Adapter in the front of the system to ensure a good line-of-site signal with the Wireless USB Hub.
- Page 30 Problem : Wireless USB Hub will not associate with the Wireless USB Host Adapter. Solution: Verify that the WiCenter software is running by double-clicking on the WiCenter icon created on the desktop during the installation process. If the WiCenter icon is in the System Tray, this can be double-clicked in order to bring up the WiCenter user interface.
- Page 31 Problem : The throughput of USB Hard Drive or USB Flash drive is less when plugged in the Wireless USB Hub than when plugged directly to the PC. Solution: Due to the protocol overhead of Wireless USB, you will experience a slower throughput wirelessly than over a wired connection.
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Page 32: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Function Operating System Support Operating Range Frequency Band Data Rate USB Specification Connectors Host Selection Security Association Mode GUWH204KIT Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit (Service Pack 2); Microsoft Vista 32/64 bit Up to 30 feet (10 meters) (WiMedia Band Group 1, 3, 6) Frequency Range 3.168GHz to 8.976GHz Up to 480 Mbps Wireless USB 1.0;... - Page 33 Antenna Type Reset Switch LEDs ACT (Activity) Host Status Association Power Adapter Omni-Directional, external whip antenna for both Hub and Host Adapter LED on Host adapter to show Data/Activity On the Hub to show Hub / Host PC connect LED to show Association / Security...
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Page 34: Technical Support
To help IOGEAR® customers obtain the highest level of performance from their Wireless USB devices, the IOGEAR® Service Support team is available to answer your technical questions. Do not hesitate to call if you are having trouble getting your device to work correctly. IOGEAR® Service Support can be reached by phone from 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or through the following address during normal business hours. - Page 35 You may also reach us online at www.iogear.com/support 24 hours a day. Please be ready to give a brief description of the problem, and what you were doing when the problem occurred, before calling Service Support. The Service Support representative will be able to serve you much quicker if you are prepared to answer the seven questions listed below.
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Page 36: Limited Warranty
The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or updates. For further inquiries please contact IOGEAR. -
Page 37: Fcc) Statement
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 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. This device is authorized under 47 CFR 15.519 (the FCC Rules and Regulations). -
Page 38: Contact
All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this... - Page 40 About Us About Us IOGEAR offers connectivity solutions that are innovative, fun, and stylish, helping people enjoy daily life using our high technology products. GREEN IOGEAR is an environmentally conscious company that emphasizes the importance of conserving natural resources. The use of our technology solutions helps reduce electronic waste.
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