IOGear M1070, GUWA200 User Manual

Installation Guide

Installation

Wireless USB Host Adapter

GUWA200

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PART NO. M1070

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Table of Contents

System Requirements 4

Important Information 5

Package Contents 6

Device Overview 7

Installation 8

Software Installation 9

Connecting Wireless USB Host Adapter 12

Wireless USB Manager 14

Wireless USB Host Adapter Settings 16

Frequently Asked Questions 18

Technical Specications 20

Limited Warranty 21

Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Statement

Contact 23

Appendix 24

Compatibility with GUWH104KIT 24

Cable association with Wireless USB
devices

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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

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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.

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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)

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Device Overview

Wireless USB Host Adapter

1. LINK: Data Transfer Activity Indicator

LED blinks when data is being transferreda.

2. PWR: Power

LED is solid when powered by the PCa.

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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 instal­lation 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 connected to the computer and the Wireless
USB device is not powered.

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Software Installation

Notes:

If installing on Windows XP, Service Pack 2 (SP2) is required. Please Verify that SP2 has been 1.
installed on your PC before proceeding with the UWB installation software.

Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 is required by the driver software. Once you begin the 2.
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 installation CD into the CD drive

on your computer.

Step 2 – Select “Software Installation” from
the menu.

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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 nd the most up-to-date

software. Once you download the software,

double-click on the .exe le to begin the installation

process.

If selecting Option 1: Install directly from CD, the
installation will start automatically.

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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

5. Eject your CD and go to Step 1.

Important: After the wizard has nished installing the software, reboot your computer if

prompted to do so.

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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.

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Option 2

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 at surface, preferably the top of the desk/

work area in order to ensure a good line-of-sight

signal with your “Certied Wireless USB device”.

Once the Wireless USB Host Adapter has been
installed properly you will have the ability to

connect to your “Certied Wireless USB device”.

You will need to follow the instructions set forth by
the manufacturer of your Wireless USB device for
its own software installation and associating to the
PC to gain full functionality of the Wireless USB
Host Adapter.

Upon nishing this process you will be ready to use

your Wireless USB Host adapter and enjoy your
new Wireless USB device.

Congratulations, your Wireless USB Host
Adapter is ready for use.

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Wireless USB Manager

The Wireless USB Manager is a simple and easy­to-use interface that allows you to manage your
Wireless USB devices and control your Wireless
USB Host Adapter settings. The Wireless USB
Manager can be accessed via the Wireless USB
Manager icon located in the Windows system tray.

To launch the Wireless USB Manager, double
click on the Wireless USB Manager icon. On the

main pane, you will nd an icon representing your
“Certied Wireless USB Device”. If your Wireless

USB device is not connected, the icon will be
grayed out.

Illustrator below is for your reference.

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If your Wireless USB device is connected and
working, then the icon will change and show the
current signal strength.

Illustrator below is for your reference.

The View menu will give the option of what type of
devices you wish to display (All Devices,
Connected Devices and Disconnected Devices).

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 Wireless USB Host
Adapter.

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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

Enable the Wireless USB radio: turn on or off the 1.
Wireless USB radio.

Host name: Change the name of your Wireless 2.
USB Host Adapter.

Cable association connection rules: Always, 3.
Never or Ask me each time. By default Wireless
USB will ask you each time to do the cable
association.

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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.

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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 computer and my Wireless USB device is powered
but I do not see anything on my display. What’s wrong?

Check the Wireless USB Manager to see if there is an icon for your Wireless USB device. If there is no
icon, try unplugging and plugging-in your Wireless USB Host Adapter to reload the Wireless USB device
driver.

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If you see an icon that is grayed out in the Wireless
USB Manager, try resetting the Wireless USB
device adapter by unplugging its power cord and
plugging it back in. You should see the icon in the
Wireless USB Manager appear in color when it is
connected.

Illustrator below is for your reference.

Still not connected?

Double check that the radio for your Wireless
USB Host Adapter is Enabled in the Wireless
USB Manager.

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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,

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 Specication Certied Wireless USB 1.0; USB 2.0

Association Mode Cable Association

Antenna Type Omni directional

Power Consumption Wireless USB Host Adapter: 1.2W

320Mbps, 400Mbps, 480Mbps

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Limited Warranty

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS
DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.

The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to
the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability,

or tness for any particular purpose.

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.

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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). The operation of this device is subject to the following
restriction: This UWB device shall transmit only when it is sending information to an associated receiver.
This UWB device shall cease transmission within 10 seconds unless it receives an acknowledgement from
the associated receiver that its transmission is being received. An acknowledgement of reception must
continue to be received by the transmitting device at least every 10 seconds of operation or the UWB
device must cease transmitting.

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Contact

IOGEAR

23 Hubble

Irvine, CA 92618

P 949.453.8782

F 949.453.8785

Visit us at: www.iogear.com

© 2008 IOGEAR® Part No. M1070

IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo, are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. IOGEAR makes
no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. 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
document.

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Appendix

I. Compatibility with IOGEAR GUWH104KIT

Important: To retain the functionality of both the Wireless USB Host Adapter (GUWA200) and the
GUWH104KIT, you MUST follow these steps:

Uninstall the GUWH104KIT software by using Add/Remove Programs or Programs and Features on 1.
the Control Panel. Please select and remove “Ultrasuite with WiCenter Basic”. The Wireless USB Host
Adapter (GUWA200) installer will not allow you to proceed until this software is removed.
Complete the installation of the Wireless USB Host Adapter as shown in the Software Installation section.2.
Install the GUWH104 software “Driver Hub Only” for your Wireless USB Hub from IOGEAR website. 3.
Please make sure that you are in the correct product page http://www.iogear.com/support/dm/driver/
GUWH104#display.
Use the Wireless USB Host Adapter (GUWA200) to communicate with your Wireless USB Hub 4.
(GUWH104).

Note: After this upgrade, the Wireless USB Host Adapter (GUWA100U) will not function with
the Wireless USB device or the Wireless USB Hub (GUWH104) on the PC system where the
GUWA200 software has been installed. However you may use this Wireless USB Host Adapter
(GUWA100U) on a different PC.

For more support information, please contact IOGEAR.

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II. Cable association with Wireless USB devices

Association Concept:

In order to establish a secure wireless connection, between both the Wireless USB Host Adapter and the
Wireless USB devices, you will need to go through the cable association process. The association process
will allow the Wireless USB Host Adapter and the Wireless USB device to exchange security information
about each other necessary to operate in a secured wireless mode.

Association Process:

Please refer to your Wireless USB device documentation for more information on its settings for cable
association.

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Cable association steps:

Make sure that the Wireless USB Manager is 1.
running. Check your Windows tray for the
Wireless USB Manager icon.

Power on your Wireless USB device.2.
Connect the USB cable between an available 3.
USB port on your computer and your Wireless
USB device.

Complete cable association by pressing the 4.
“Accept Association” button when prompted.

Illustration below is for your reference.

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Remove the USB cable from your Wireless USB 5.
device and computer then follow instructions
specic to your Wireless USB device for
wireless operation.

Associated Wireless USB devices will appear
as icons in the Wireless USB Manager. When
the Wireless USB device is connected to your
computer, the icon will appear in color.

Illustration on the right is for your reference.

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