Airlink101 AC-USBVST User manual
USB 2.0 Data Transfer Cable
Model # AC-USBVST
User’s Manual
Ver. 1.0
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................ 3
1.1 Features............................................................................................................................3
1.2 Package Contents............................................................................................................. 3
1.3 System Requirements...................................................................................................... 3
2. Installation .............................................................................................................. 4
3. Using Windows Easy Transfer.............................................................................. 6
3.1 Launch Windows Easy Transfer on Both Computers......................................................6
3.2 Transfer Example............................................................................................................. 7
4. Specifications....................................................................................................... 10
5. Regulatory Compliance........................................................................................11
FCC Conditions................................................................................................................... 11
CE........................................................................................................................................ 11
WEEE Information.............................................................................................................. 11
6. Appendix............................................................................................................... 12
Technical Support.................................................................................................... 13
1. Introduction
This Vista™USB Link Adapter is specially designed to work with Windows Easy
Transfer, a new feature on the most recent Windows operation system - Vista. It is a
USB 2.0 host-to-host link adapter allowing you to migrate files and settings from an
existing computer running Windows XP or Windows Vista to another new computer
running Windows Vista. No additional driver and software are required on Windows
Vista. With the adapter in conjunction with Windows Easy Transfer, users can transfer
user accounts, files and program settings directly from one PC to another without
having to transfer the files to intermediary data storage. For those who need bulk data
backup/restore, synchronization or file sharing, it’s an ideal transferring solution.
1.1 Features
•Works with Windows Easy Transfer
•Supports Windows Vista and XP SP2
•No additional driver and software required on Windows Vista
•Easy file sharing and data transfer between two PCs via USB port
•Full compliance with USB Specification Version 2.0 and 1.1
•Supports data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps
•Supports suspend and resume power management features
•Supports two-way data transfer
•Bus powered from either USB port
•Suitable for laptop PC and SOHO environment
1.2 Package Contents
•Vista USB Link Adapter
•Installation CD for Windows XP SP2
•Quick Installation Guide
1.3 System Requirements
•Intel Pentium 1GHz or faster PC
•128 MB RAM or higher
•USB port (2.0 port required for Hi-Speed transfer)
•Windows®Vista and XP SP2
2. Installation
On Windows Vista
Simply plug the Data Transfer Cable to the USB port on your computer and it’s ready
to use. No further installation is required.
On Windows XP
You must install Windows Easy Transfer first before you plug the adapter. Please
follow the steps below to proceed.
Step 1 Insert the provided CD into your CD-ROM drive. An autorun screen will
automatically pop up. Click “Install Windows Easy Transfer”
Step 2 Click Next to proceed.
Step 3 After reading the license agreement, select I Agree and click Next.
Step 4 Wait while the installation is proceeding.
Step 5 Click Finish to complete the installation.
Step 6 Plug one end of the Data Transfer Cable to the USB port on your XP computer.
When Easy Transfer Cable screen appears, you may select Transfer files and
settings to launch Windows Easy Transfer or select Take no action as required.
3. Using Windows Easy Transfer
3.1 Launch Windows Easy Transfer on Both Computers
Windows Easy Transfer is a Windows-based utility that allows two computers to
transfer files and settings from a computer running Windows XP, or Windows Vista to
another computer running Windows Vista.
To use Windows Easy Transfer, make sure you plug the adapter into the USB ports
on both computers and then start Windows Easy Transfer on both computers.
Step 1 To start the utility:
On Windows Vista:
Select Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Windows Easy
Transfer.
On Windows XP:
Select Start > Programs > Windows Easy transfer.
Step 2 After launching Windows Easy Transfer, just follow the on-screen instructions.
Pay attention to the following notices when you are using the utility:
Step 3 You must launch Windows Easy Transfer on both computers on which you
want to transfer files/settings so that they can detect each other.
Step 4 Transfer can only be made from Windows XP/Vista to Windows Vista. You
cannot transfer files/settings from Vista to XP.
Step 5 When prompted to choose a transferring media, select USB cable.
Note: You can only transfer files/settings between operation systems using the same
language. For example, you cannot transfer files/settings from a Spanish system to
an English system.
3.2 Transfer Example
The following example demonstrates how to transfer files from Windows XP to
Windows Vista. (Some of the screenshots may not appear; actual screens that
appear on your computer depend on your selection and usage)
Windows XP Windows Vista
1. Click Next.
1. Click Next.
2. Select Use an Easy Transfer Cable.
2. Select Yes, I have an Easy Transfer
Cable.
3. At this point you should wait until the
message “A connection to the other
computer has been detected” appears
at the bottom.
The message appears only when the
same screen appears on the other
computer and will soon disappear.
3. Wait until the message “A connection to
the other computer has been detected”
appears at the bottom.
Once the connection message is
displayed, this screen will soon disappear.
4. Select the transfer item as required. In our
example, we select Advanced options to
customize the selection.
4. When this screen appears, stop at this
point.
5. Select the folders you want to transfer and
click Next.
6. This screen only appears if
account-related items are selected in
previous step. Select whether to transfer
files to existing or new account on your
target computer. Then click Next.
7. Now the transfer will start. Wait until the
transfer is complete. At this stage, your
target computer may receiving files as shown
opposite.
5. Wait until the transfer is complete.
8. When this screen appears, click Close to exit
the utility.
6. When transfer is complete, a summary of
transferred items will appear. Click Close
to exit the utility.
4. Specifications
Item Descriptions
Interface USB 2.0
Supported OS Windows Vista and XP SP2
Upstream Type Amale connector
Downstream Type Amale connector
Power Mode Bus powered
Cable Length 3 feet each way
Power Consumption DC +5.0V from USB port directly
Suspend mode current: <500uA
Active mode current: <500uA
Regulation Compliance CE, FCC
* Specification is subject to change without further notice.
5. Regulatory Compliance
FCC Conditions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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.
CE
This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following regulations:
EN 55 022: CLASS B
WEEE Information
For EU (European Union) member users:
According to the WEEE (Waste electrical and electronic equipment) Directive, do not
dispose of this product as household waste or commercial waste. Waste electrical and
electronic equipment should be appropriately collected and recycled as required by
practices established for your country. For information on recycling of this product, please
contact your local authorities, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
6. Appendix
Safety Instructions
Always read the safety instructions carefully
•Keep this User’s Manual for future reference
•Keep this equipment away from humidity
If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service
technician:
•The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
•The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
•The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
•The equipment has not been working well or you cannot get it work according
to User’s Manual.
Copyright Statement
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Disclaimer
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer
does not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the
accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for any
loss of profit or any commercial damage, including but not limited to special,
incidental, consequential, or other damage.
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Technical Support
Toll Free: 1-888-746-3238
Web Site: www.airlink101.com
* Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. Specifications
are subject to change without notice.
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