IOGear Network Card GUWA200 User Manual

Installation Guide  
Wireless USB Host Adapter  
GUWA200  
PART NO. M1070  
 
Table of Contents  
System Requirements  
Important Information  
Package Contents  
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Frequently Asked Questions  
Technical Specifications  
Limited Warranty  
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Device Overview  
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Federal Communications Commission  
(FCC) Statement  
Installation  
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Contact  
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Software Installation  
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Appendix  
Connecting Wireless USB Host Adapter  
Wireless USB Manager  
Wireless USB Host Adapter Settings  
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Compatibility with GUWH104KIT  
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  
a. LED blinks when data is being transferred  
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2. PWR: Power  
a. LED is solid when powered by the PC  
LINK PWR  
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Installation  
IMPORTANT NOTE:  
If you purchase the hub kit GUWH104KIT, please refer to Appendix “Compatibility with GUWH104KIT” of  
this Users Manual in the CD-ROM for important information regarding steps to perform before the instal-  
lation 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:  
1. If installing on Windows XP, Service Pack 2 (SP2) is required. Please Verify that SP2 has been  
installed on your PC before proceeding with the UWB installation software.  
2. Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 is required by the driver software. Once you begin the  
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 find the most up-to-date  
software. Once you download the software,  
double-click on the .exe file 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 finished 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  
Once the Wireless USB Host Adapter has been  
installed properly you will have the ability to  
connect to your “Certified 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.  
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 flat surface, preferably the top of the desk/  
work area in order to ensure a good line-of-sight  
signal with your “Certified Wireless USB device”.  
Upon finishing 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.  
LINK PWR  
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Wireless USB Manager  
The Wireless USB Manager is a simple and easy-  
to-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 find an icon representing your  
“Certified 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.  
The View menu will give the option of what type of  
devices you wish to display (All Devices,  
Connected Devices and Disconnected Devices).  
Illustrator below is for your reference.  
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  
1. Enable the Wireless USB radio: turn on or off the  
Wireless USB radio.  
2. Host name: Change the name of your Wireless  
USB Host Adapter.  
3. Cable association connection rules: Always,  
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. Whats 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.  
Still not connected?  
Double check that the radio for your Wireless  
USB Host Adapter is Enabled in the Wireless  
USB Manager.  
Illustrator below is for your reference.  
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Technical Specifications  
Function  
GUWA200  
Operating System Support  
PHY Data Rate  
Microsoft XP 32-bit; Microsoft Vista 32/64-bit  
53.3Mbps, 80Mbps, 106.6Mbps, 160Mbps, 200Mbps,  
320Mbps, 400Mbps, 480Mbps  
Operating Range  
Frequency  
Up to 30 feet (10 meters)  
3.1GHz to 4.8GHz (WiMedia Band Group 1)  
7 channels (3 FFI + 4 TFI)  
QPSK/DCM  
Number of Channels  
RF Modulation Type  
Interface  
USB  
USB Specification  
Association Mode  
Antenna Type  
Certified Wireless USB 1.0; USB 2.0  
Cable Association  
Omni directional  
Power Consumption  
Wireless USB Host Adapter: 1.2W  
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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 fitness 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  
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© 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:  
1. Uninstall the GUWH104KIT software by using Add/Remove Programs or Programs and Features on  
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.  
2. Complete the installation of the Wireless USB Host Adapter as shown in the Software Installation section.  
3. Install the GUWH104 software “Driver Hub Only” for your Wireless USB Hub from IOGEAR website.  
GUWH104#display.  
4. Use the Wireless USB Host Adapter (GUWA200) to communicate with your Wireless USB Hub  
(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:  
4. Complete cable association by pressing the  
“Accept Association” button when prompted.  
1. Make sure that the Wireless USB Manager is  
running. Check your Windows tray for the  
Wireless USB Manager icon.  
Illustration below is for your reference.  
2. Power on your Wireless USB device.  
3. Connect the USB cable between an available  
USB port on your computer and your Wireless  
USB device.  
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5. Remove the USB cable from your Wireless USB  
device and computer then follow instructions  
specific 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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About Us  
FUN  
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.  
HEALTH  
IOGEAR supports healthy and fit lifestyles. By integrating products with  
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© 2008 IOGEAR  
 

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