Hawking HWUN1 User Manual

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Hawking Technology guarantees that every HWUN1 Wireless-N USB Adapter with Upgradable Antennas is free
from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one(1) year from the date of purchase.
If the product proves defective during this two-year warranty period, call Hawking Customer Service in order to
obtain a Return Authorization number. Warranty is for repair or replacement only. Hawking Technolo gy does
not issue any refunds. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE. RETURN REQUESTS CAN NOT
BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark the Return
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Warning Statement:

Federal Communication
Commission Interference Statement
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Requirements, Part 15

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

FCC Caution:

FCC RF Exposure Statement:
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 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. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may
violate FCC regulations.

Regulatory information/Disclaimers:

Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................... 4

2. FEA TURES ......................................................................................................................................... 4

3. PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................................... 5

4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................ 6

5. DRIVER INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS VISTA .................................................................... 6

5.1. USING W I ND OWS CO NFIGURATION (VISTA) .............................................................. 8

6. INSTALLATION (WINDOWS 2000/XP) ........................................................................................ 11

6.1.VERIFY INSTALLATI ON (WINDOW 2000/XP) ............................................................. 14

6.2.NETWORK CONFIGURATION (WIN 2000/XP) ............................................................. 15

7. SETUP WLAN (WIN 2000/XP) ....................................................................................................... 16

– USING HAWKING CONFIGURATION-UTILITY ............................................................................ 16

7.1.NETWORK SECURITY (WEP, WP A…) ........................................................................... 18

7.1.1.WEP SETUP ................................................................................................................. 18

7.1.2.WPA SETUP ................................................................................................................. 19

7.2.ADDING PROF ILES ............................................................................................................ 22

7.3. WPS CONFIGURA TI ON ..................................................................................................... 24

8. QOS .................................................................................................................................................... 25

9. ADVANCED SETTINGS ................................................................................................................. 26

10. STATISTICS ..................................................................................................................................... 27

11. LINK STATUS .................................................................................................................................. 28

12. ABOUT .............................................................................................................................................. 29

13. UNINSTALLING HAWKING UTILITY/DRIVER ....................................................................... 30

APPENDIX A – SPECIFICA TIONS ........................................................................................................ 33

PRODUCT SUPPORT INFORMATION ................................................................................................. 34

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1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Hawking HWUN1 Wireless-N USB Adapter. Now you can
enjoy the latest Wireless-N technology with excellent speeds, of up to 300Mbps*. The
Wireless-N USB Adapter extends your wireless network coverage by up to 3 times and
boosts transmission throughput 12 times more than a standard Wireless-G Network. It allows
you to connect a notebook or desktop to any wireless network** using the USB port. Now,
you can stream HD video, play games online, download music, images and data while
maintaining your freedom of mobility.
In addition, the HWUN1 comes with an upgradable antenna option. Replace the default
antennas with Hawking Hi-Gain Antennas and you can enjoy extended wireless range.
The HWUN1 is also packed with security applications. For more security-sensitive
applications, the HWUN1 supports Hardware-based IEEE 802.11i encryption/decryption
engine, including 64-bit/128-bit WEP, TKIP, and AES. Also, it supports Wi-Fi alliance WPA and
WPA2 encryption. Cisco CCX V1.0, V2.0 and V3.0.

2. FEATURES

Features Advantages

High Speed Data Rate Up to 300Mbps*

IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant

Supports WPA/WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i),
WEP 64/128 bits

Dual Radios (2Tx * 2Rx)

WMM (IEEE 802.11e) standard support

Upgradable Antenna Design (2X)

* Theoretical wireless signal rate based on IEEE standard of 802.11a, b, g chipset used. Actual
throughput may vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual throughput rate.
**Preferably Wireless-N network for maximum through pts.
** *All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Capable of handling heavy data payloads
such as MPEG video streaming

Fully Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b /
IEEE802.11g compliant devices with legacy
protection

Powerful & Robust data security.

Enables Smart Antenna for more range and
speed

Wireless Multimedia Enhancements Quality of
Service support (QoS) / enhanced power
saving for Dynamic Networking.

Flexible with SMA conn ector design

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3. PACKAGE CONTENTS

Before you begin the installation, please check the items of your package. The package
should include the following items:

• One HWUN1 Wireless-N USB network Adapter

• One USB cable (1.0m)

• One CD-ROM with User’s Manual & Drivers

• Quick Installation Guide

• 2 Dipole Antenna (SMA connector)

• One Laptop Clip

LED
indicator

Dipole Antennas

LED Description

LINK

PWR

Blinks when active connection is available else remains switched OFF
Blinks rapidly when data communication in progress else remains
switched OFF

USB port

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4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

To begin using the WLAN USB Adapter, your PC/Notebook must meet the following
minimum requirements:

• Operating System – Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista

• An Available USB Port on your Laptop or Desktop

• 256MB system memory or larger

• 750MHz CPU or higher configuration

5. Driver Installation for Windows Vista

a. Insert the included CD an auto load page will appear instantly on you screen.

b. Select Driver & Utility Setup

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c. Select Install to begin the Installation

d. Please wait a while as the installation process take place.

e. After installation is complete, exit the wizard by clicking on the Finish button.

f. Now, plug in your HWUN1 adapter.

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5.1. USING WINDOWS CONFIGURATION (VISTA)

It is recommended that you use the Windows Configuration for the Wireless-N
Adapter.

a. To open up the Windows Configuration, go to Start ÆConnect To

b. Select the Network you wish to connect to. If you are connecting to an unsecure

network, go to step c. If you are connecting to a secured network, go to step d.

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c. If you are connecting to an open network (unsecured network), a warning may

appear indicating that the network is an unsecured network. Select Connect
Anyway and skip step d.

d. If your selected network is a secured (encryption) network, then a window will

prompt you to enter security key or passphrase. If you are connecting to a
network that is security enabled, but do not have the security key or passphrase,
please obtain the passphrase from your Network Administrator.

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e. Please wait while your HWUN1 is connecting.

f. The HWUN1 Wireless-N USB Network Adapter is now connected, you may save

this network as your preferred network.

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6. INSTALLATION (WINDOWS 2000/XP)

Important! Please Install the HWUN1 Driver & Utility before connecting the

HWUN1 into the USB port on your computer. The HWUN1 Driver & Utility is located
on the CD.

Insert the support CD into your CD Drive.

In the CD drive folder, you will see the following file.

Open the file and you can briefly see the following…

Choose HWUN1 Configuration Utility & click next and then click install.

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Await instructions as you see the setup progress as shown below...

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After a few seconds, the set up is complete and will show up as follows.
It may give you the option to restart. Click Finish to restart the PC/notebook.

Restart your computer if the wizard prompted you to do so. Otherwise, please plug
the Hawking HWUN1 Wireless-N Network Adapter into an available USB port on
your desktop or notebook.

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6.1. Verify installation (WINDOW 2000/XP)

1. Open Control Panel ÆDouble-click on System.

2. Select Hardware tabÆClick on Device Manager.

Select and double-click on 802.11N USB wireless LAN card.

Verify the device status of the 802.11N USB Wireless LAN Card
This device is working properlyÆClick OK

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6.2. Network Configuration (WIN 2000/XP)

• Go to Start Menu ÆControl Panel Æ Network.

• Right-click on Wireless Network.

• Select ÆLocal Area Connection icon Æ select Properties.

• Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) ÆClick Properties.

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Select the [General] tab.

a. If your Wireless Router supports
[DHCP] function, please select
both [Obtain an IP address
automatically] and [Obtain DNS
server address automatically].
b. If the router does not support
[DHCP] function, you have to
configure the IP and DNS settings.

7. SETUP WLAN (WIN 2000/XP)

– Using Hawking Configuration-Utility

Prerequisite:

• Your home/office environment should have a wireless LAN Access Point

(AP) that is available for your use.

• You should readily have the (security keys) to connect to those Wireless

LAN Access Points (AP)

Configuration utility will first automatically link with the Wireless AP if there is no
security key required. If the connection is successful, a message will appear on
taskbar.

1. The following steps guide you on how to initially setup a wireless network

connection.

The Hawking Configuration Utility should appear on the
bottom right taskbar.

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2. Mouse over the “Hawk” icon and you’ll get a brief description and status of your

WLAN. For example, the figure below shows the HWUN1 is connected to an
NRouter.

3. Right click on the “HAWK” icon and it will open up a menu as shown below

4. Click on Launch Config Utilities

Figure 6.4

To see a list of available wireless networks, click on Site Survey tabÆ Press
Rescan. All detected service set identifiers
column. Note: the SSID indicates an individual Access Point (AP).

(SSID) will be listed under SSID

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To connect, select a SSID or an AP that you wish to connect to and click Connect
and OK. (Note: if the selected SSID has encryption, you need to enter a security
key in order to connect (refer to Chapter 7 for network settings). If the selected SSID
is an open network or has no encryption, “none” will be listed under Encryption
column.)

When you are successfully connected, a handshake icon
next to the selected AP.

When the HWUN1 fails to connect, the status bar (bottom left of the HWUN1
Wireless Utility) will show “Disconnected”.

will appear on the left,

7.1. NETWORK SECURITY (WEP, WPA…)

If your AP/Router has a networking security key, you must enter the same security
key and setting. If you do not have the Network Encryption key, please request it
from the Network Administrator or the person who set up your wireless network.
After you obtained the network security information, open up Hawking Wireless

Utility. Continue below to set up your Network Security Code.

7.1.1. WEP Setup

If the SSID or Access
Point you wish to connect
has WEP authentication,
select the SSID and click
on Connect.

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An Authentication and Security Window (figure 7.1b) should appear shortly.

Figure 7.1b

WEP Setup Instructions:

(All settings should correspond with settings of the wireless AP that you are connecting to.)

a. Authentication Type field: indicates the authentication type of the AP/Router.

Please confirm the setting of the AP/Router.

• Open: WEP open system is based on request and grant. It is essentially
no authentication.

• Shared: WEP shared key is based on request, challenge, challenge
response, grant/deny.

b. Encryption field: Select WEP
c. Enter in AP encryption keys (64/128bits) in the box Key1~Key4. Please accept

the auto selected setting of [Hex]/ [ASCII].
d. Select the current AP encryption keys from Key1~Key4.
e. Press [OK] to finish setting.

7.1.2. WPA Setup

WPA encryption type can be divided into WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA (also known
as WPA-EAP), and WPA2 (also known as WPA2-EAP). All settings should
correspond with the wireless AP that you wish to connect to.

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WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK

Setting the Authentication and Security Page:

a. Authentication Type: Select

WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK (note:
your AP must support this
function).

b. Encryption: Select TKIP or AES

in the drop down menu.(Must
Correspond to the Value on your
AP)

c. Enter the WAP Preshared Key

and click OK.

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WPA and WPA2

1. If you wish to connect to an AP with WPA or WPA2 authentication, select the AP
or SSID and select Connect. (For example the NRouter is being selected, the
security settings must correspond to Wireless Access Point)

2. Setting the Authentication and Security Page:

a. Authentication Type: select WPA or

WPA2-PSK (AP must support the
function).

b. Encryption: select TKIP or AES

(Same as AP)

c. If the AP/router has 802.1x Setting

function, click it for advanced settings.
Please consult your network
administrator for details or check the
user manual of the Wireless Access
Point. (See the Screen shot on the
next page)

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Click OK to finish setting.

7.2. Adding Profiles

1. Select an AP in the SSID column (example: NRouter Æ Click Add to Profile and
the page shown below will appear.

2. Setting items in the configuration tab:

• Profile Name: Enter the connected AP profile, eg: PROF1.

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• SSID: Click the drop-down menu and select one AP. You can also enter the

AP manually.

• PSM: When CAM is selected, it indicates that the product is not in power

saving status. When PSM is selected, the product is in power saving status.
(Only select it under Infrastructure network type).

• Network Type: [Infrastructure] or [Ad Hoc] type. We recommend you to

select [Infrastructure].

• Transmit power: the amount of power used by a radio transceiver to send

the signal out. User can choose power value by sliding the bar.

• [RTS Threshold] and [Fragment Threshold]: We recommend you to use the

default value 2312. User can adjust threshold numbers by sliding the bars or
key in the values directly.

3. Click OK and the set AP will appear in the Profile tab.

• Add: Click Add to add a new profile.

• Delete: to delete a profile, select one profile name and click Delete.

• Edit: to edit the setting of a profile, select the profile and click Edit.

• Activate: to activate the selected profile, select the profile and click Activate.

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7.3. WPS Configuration

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) configuration function - provides easy procedures to
set up wireless security. Wi-Fi Protected Setup gives you a variety of setup options.
It uses familiar methodologies such as typing in a Personal Identification Number
/numeric code (PIN method), and pushing a button (Push-Button Configuration, or
PBC) to enable users to automatically configure network names and strong WPA2
(Wi-Fi Protected Access 2TM) data encryption and authentication.

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8. QoS

Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) provides multimedia enhancements
for Wi-Fi® networks that improve the user experience for audio, video, and voice
applications. WMM is a profile of the IEEE 802.11e Quality of Service (QoS)
extensions for 802.11 networks and started a certification program for WMM to
satisfy the most urgent needs of the industry for a QoS solution for Wi-Fi networks.
WMM provides prioritized media access and is based on the Enhanced Distributed
Channel Access (EDCA) method. Click WMM Enable to turn on the WMM
capability.
Click WMM – Power Save Enable and this can improve the power savings by
atleast 15% as far as the HWUN1 power consumption is concerned.

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9. Advanced Settings

Wireless mode: Select wireless

network mode (speed)

- 802.11b/g mixed: Automatically
detect 11b or 11g

- 802.11b only: Frequency only 11b

- 802.11b/g/n mixed: Automatically
detect 11b or 11g or 11n

In order to keep the connection
stable, please select [Auto] to
automatically confirm which mode
the wireless network is working.

TX-Burst: Turbo Mode. When it is checked and the HWUN1 Wireless N-Adapter is
connected to an Access Point with TX-Burst function, the transmission throughput
will be improved. (Note: This only works with Access Point that supports this
function)

Enable TCP Window Size : When checked, the reception speed will improve.)
Fast Roaming at ___ dBm: Will enter roaming mode when dBm reaches defined

level.
CCX 2.0: Open CCX (supports Cisco Compatible Extensions function). Check it after

making sure the Wireless AP supports it.

Turn on CCKM: Open CCKM function (Cisco Key Management).
Enable Radio Measurements: Open the function of CCK Monitor AP Channel.
Non-Serving Channel Measurements: Select and start to monitor the channels on

which the AP is not transmitting

Turn off RF: Disable wireless radio.
Turn on RF: Enables wireless radio.
Apply: Click this when finished with the settings.

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10. Statistics

The Statistics tab displays detailed information about Wireless LAN TX/RX.

• Transmit Statistics: Statistic of transmitted frames.

• Receive Statistics: Statistic of received frames.

• [Reset Counters]: Click [Reset Counter] to start over at zero the statistic numbers
of transmitting and receiving data.

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11. Link Status

This tab displays the information of the Wireless connection status.

• Status: Displays the linked AP name and MAC address. When [Disconnect]
appears in this box, the connection is failed.

• Extra Info: link status and strength.

• Channel: Current channel in use.

• Link Speed: Shows current transmit rate and receive rate.

• Throughput: Displays transmit and receive throughput value.

• Link Quality: Displays connection quality based on signal strength and TX/RX
packet error rate.

• Signal Strength 1 & 2: Receive signal strength, user can choose to display
as percentage or dBm format

• Noise Level: Display noise signal strength.

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12. About

The About tab displays version information of

1. Driver

2. Utility

3. EEPROM binary

4. Firmware

5. IP Address (current)

6. MAC address of the PHY

7. Subnet MASK Address

8. Default Gateway

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13. Uninstalling Hawking Utility/Driver

Select Uninstall option from the start menu.

You can see the wizard preparing for uninstallation

Select Remove All. When asked if you are sure you want to remove application and
all its features, click Yes.

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Removing the utility is in progress. At any time you may press cancel to abort
uninstallation.

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You will need to restart your computer to ensure a clean removal of the Hawking
Utility.

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APPENDIX A – SPECIFICATIONS

Data Rates

1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, 72, 84, 150
and 300Mbps (with 2-stream on both ends)

Standards / Compliance

IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g,

802.11n 2.0

Regulation Certifications

FCC Part 15, ETSI 300/328/CE

Operating Voltage

5 V ± 0.25V

Status LEDs

LINK

Drivers

Windows 2000/XP/Vista

RF Information

Frequency Band

U.S., Europe and Japan product covering 2.4 to 2.484
GHz, programmable for different country regulations

Media Access Protocol

Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision
Avoidance (CSMA/CA)

Modulation T ech nology

802.11g: OFDM (64-QAM, 16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK)

802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK)

Operating Channels

11 for North A m erica, 14 for Japan, 13 for Europe

Receive Sensitivity

• 2.412~2.472G(IEEE802.11b)

-91dBm @ 1Mbps

-90dBm @ 11Mbps

• 2.412~2.472G(IEEE802.11g)

-90dBm @ 6Mbps

-74dBm @ 54Mbps

• 2.412~2.472G(IEEE802.11N)

-90 dBm @ MCS 8

-65 dBm @ MCS 15

Available transmit power

• 2.412~2.472G(IEEE802.11b)
18dBm @1~11Mbps

• 2.412~2.472G(IEEE802.11g)
15 dBm @6Mbps
14 dBm @54Mbps

• 2.412~2.472G(IEEE802.11N)
15dBm

(Typical)

Antenna Configuration

2T2R Mode (detachable 2.4GHz antenna /2.0dBi gain)

Networking

Topology

Ad-Hoc, Infrastructure

Security

WPA/WPA2 (AES, 64,128-WEP with shared-key
authentication)
Cisco CCS V1.0, V2.0 and V3.0 compliant

Physical

Form Factor

USB 2.0/1.1

Dimensions (H x W x D)

70(L) mm x 57.5(W) mm x 16(H) mm

Weight

55 g/ 2.0oz

Environmental

Temperature Range

Operating: 0°C to 50°C
Storage: -10°Cto 75°C

Humidity (non-condensing)

5%~95% T y pical

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PRODUCT SUPPORT INFORMATION

Thank you for choosing Hawking Technologies. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have
any questions regarding the installation of your product. We’re here to help you 24 hours a day, 7
days a week!

PHONE SUPPORT

888.202.3344

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Toll-Free 24/7 Technical Support Line (US & Canada Only)

WEBSITE SUPPORT

http://www.hawkingtech.com/support

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You’ll find: (a) Firmware/Driver updates with the latest features and news on your product
(b) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) with answers to common asked questions about
your product.]

EMAIL SUPPORT

[e-mail]

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DOCUMENT SUPPORT

Product User’s Manual

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(Normally located on the product CD)
You’ll find detail install instruction on your product and default user name and password.

RMA (RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION)

http://www.hawkingtech.com/support/customerservice.php

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

Email: [e-mail]

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Tel: [phone] ext:1000

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We want to hear from you! We hope you will have a wonderful experience using
our hawking product. If there is any concern, please email us at

[e-mail].

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