Kinivo WID380 User Manual
WID380
300 Mbps Wireless Enhanced USB Adapter
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 3
Product Overview .................................................................................................................................................. 3
1. Package Contents .....................................................................................................................................................................................3
2. Features ........................................................................................................................................................................................................3
3. System Requirements .............................................................................................................................................................................3
Operation .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
1. Windows Installation (XP, Vista, 7) .......................................................................................................................................................4
2. Connecting to a wireless network (Windows 7) ............................................................................................................................ 8
3. Installing on Mac OS X (10.5 and newer) ...................................................................................................................................... 11
4. Installing on Linux (Kernel 2.6 and newer) ................................................................................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting and FAQ ................................................................................................................................... 15
Technical Specications ...................................................................................................................................... 15
1. Hardware Features ................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
2. Wireless Features ................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3. Other Information ................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
FCC Statement .....................................................................................................................................................16
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................... 17
Contact Us ............................................................................................................................................................17
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WID380 300 Mbps Wireless Enhanced USB Adapter
Read all safety and operation instructions before installing and using your WID380 Wireless Adapter.
Warning: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this USB adapter to water or moisture.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Do not expose the WID380 to liquid, moisture or areas of high humidity.
2. Do not expose the WID380 to extremely high or low temperatures.
3. Do not attempt to open or modify the WID380 in any way.
4. Always dispose of the packaging and unit in accordance with the local regulations and in a responsible manner.
5. To avoid electronic interference and/or compatible conicts, do not use the WID380 in any facilities where posted
notices instruct you to do so. For example: Aircraft, Military Base, Hospital or Health Care Facilities.
6. Keep away of re, water, and high voltage equipment’s.
7. Store the WID380 in a cool dry place.
Product Overview
WID380 is a 802.11n USB dongle that can allow you to connect to Wi networks with speeds upto 150/300 Mbps (fully
compatible with 802.11b/g). It has a small form factor and can be connected to any Windows (7, Vista), Linux or Mac
computer via USB. WID380 has built-in antenna that enhances the signal strength and throughput while consuming
minimal power from the host computer.
Please refer to this manual for installation procedure and contact us at support@kinivo.com if you have any questions
or concerns.
1. Package Contents
WID380 Wireless N USB Adapter
Software CD (contains driver and user manual)
2. Features
Wireless N speeds up to 150/300Mbps. Please note that the actual throughput/speed will depend on distance and
other conditions.
Backward-compatible with 802.11b/g devices.
Wi security modes include WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPS
Supports Ad-Hoc (Client to Client) and Infrastructure (AP to Client) modes.
3. System Requirements
Minimum computer requirements:
CD Drive (for driver installation). Alternatively the drivers and the manual can be
Downloaded from http://support.kinivo.com
733MHz CPU or faster
64MB Memory or higher
Operating System
Windows XP or higher
Linux 2.6 or newer
Mac OS X 10.4 or newer
Operation
To use the WID380 Wireless-N USB Adapter, simply plug the device into an available USB slot on the computer or laptop.
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If the drivers have not been loaded previously, continue by installing the drivers for your respective operating system
(see the following sections).
Note: Under normal operation, the WID380 LED indicator will turn on when plugged in. When the adapter is in use, the
LED indicator will blink.
1. Windows Installation (XP, Vista, 7)
Note: You will be required to restart your computer after installing.
1. Insert the Kinivo Software CD and run the setup when prompted. Alternatively, you can download the drivers from
support.kinivo.com.
2. Click Install to start the installation process.
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3. Accept the agreement and press Next.
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4. Click Install to continue.
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