cable matters 202034 User manual

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Wi-Fi HDD Docking Station
WITH
SuperSpeed USB 3.0
USER MANUAL

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction 2
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Copyright and Trademarks
2. Product Overview 3
2.1 Package Contents
2.2 Product Description
2.3 Product Features
2.4 System Requirements
2.6 Diagram of Connection
3. Connection and Operation 5
3.1 Set-up in 4 Simple Steps
3.2 Wi-Fi Dock HDD/SSD Configuration –USB Mode 6
3.3 Wi-Fi Dock Initial Wireless Set-Up 7
3.4 Wi-Fi Dock Configuration Menu 8
3.4.1 Overview
3.4.2 Basic Settings 9
3.4.3 Advanced Settings 10
3.4.4 Maintenance & Tools
3.4.5 Account Management 11
3.4.6 Attached HDD Disks
3.5 Connecting iOS and Android Devices 12
3.5.1 Connecting an iOS Smartphone or Tablet
3.5.2 Connecting an Android Smartphone or Tablet 13
3.6 Troubleshooting Notes 14
3.6 Glossary of Terms
4. Technical Specifications 15
4.1 Technical Specifications
5. Warranty and Support 16
5.1 Customer Support and Contact Information
5.2 Warranty Information
5.3 Limitations of Liability

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1. Introduction
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for your purchase from Cable Matters Inc., the ‘Reliable
Connectivity” company. This User Manual provides an overview of the
features and installation of your new Wi-Fi HDD Docking Station. For
optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully
before connecting, operating or configuring this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
Contact [e-mail] for questions or product support.
1.2 Copyright and Trademarks
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Cable Matters is a
registered trademark or trademark of Cable Matters Inc. All rights reserved.
This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks,
and other protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not
related in any way to Cable Matters. Where they occur these references are
for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a
product or service by Cable Matters, or an endorsement of the product(s) to
which this manual applies by the third-party company in question.
Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this
document, Cable Matters hereby acknowledges that all trademarks,
registered trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or
symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the property of
their respective holders.

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2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.1 Package Contents
Please check that the following items are contained in the package:
1 x Wi-Fi HDD Docking Station with Blue LED
1 x 12v 2A Power Adapter with Green LED –4 Feet
1 x USB 3.0 Cable (Type A to B) –4 Feet
1 x RJ45 Cat 5e UTP Patch Cable –3 Feet
1 x User Manual (English)
2.2 Product Description
The Cable Matters Wi-Fi Hard Drive Docking Station supports either SATA 2.5” or 3.5”
hard disk drives or solid-state drives (HDD/SSD). It can operate as a Wireless Access
Point and a File/Media Server. Stream your files, video, music, and pictures to your
Smartphone or Tablet over your Wi-Fi network. Tether it to your router or simply use it
wirelessly. The SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port offers fast data file transfers from your
computer.
2.3 Product Features
Supports SATA I/II/III 2.5” and 3.5” HDD/SSD up to 4TB.
Supports USB 3.0 speeds up to 5 Gbps but compatible with 2.0/1.x.
Supports Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Apple iOS and Android OS **
Simultaneous sharing over Wi-Fi of up to three smartphones or tablets.
Great solution for multi-media file storage with access by smart devices.
**See Technical Specifications for OS supported versions
2.4 System Requirements
OS Support USB Host: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1
Macintosh 10.6 and above
Some Linux Kernels
App Support: Apple iOS v5.0 and up
Android v2.2 and up

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2.5 Diagram of Connections
1. LAN/Router RJ45 Ethernet Port
2. SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port
3. DC 12v Power Adapter Input
4. Power On/Off Switch
5. Factory Reset Pinhole

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Important Notes
Installation Tips
3. Connection and Operating Instructions
3.1 Set-Up in 4 Simple Steps
1. Install a SATA HDD/SSD for fast file transfer with the SuperSpeed USB 3.0.
2. Initialize the Wireless Set-up connection to the Wi-Fi Dock from your computer.
3. Customize the settings in the Wi-Fi Dock Configuration Menu.
4. Download the ‘MyAirDisk’ App for your iOS or Android device, connect and enjoy!
The Wi-Fi Docking Station becomes a wireless access point when tethered to a router
with Internet access. Internet setup is simple with the automatic DHCP option to link your
router. Connect your smartphone to your Wi-Fi Network with the ‘MyAirDisk’ App and
access the Internet through the Wi-Fi Dock to save on cellular usage charges.
Look for important information and installation tips
throughout the User Manual.

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ALWAYS use ‘Safe to Remove
Hardware’ or ‘Eject’ in Windows
or Mac to remove the HDD/SDD.
Wireless access to the
Wi-Fi Dock is disabled
when connected with
the USB 3.0 cable
Do not move the Wi-Fi Dock
while transferring files.
3.2 Wi-Fi Dock HDD/SDD Configuration –USB Mode
1. Connect the Wi-Fi Dock to the power adapter and an electrical outlet.
Check that the green LED is lit.
2. Connect the included USB 3.0 cable from your computer to the Wi-Fi Dock.
3. Insert a SATA HDD/SSD into the Wi-Fi Dock and turn on the unit.
The blue LED will light after a few seconds.
4. Your computer should recognize the Wi-Fi device. If not, look for the HDD/SSD in
the File Explorer in Windows or the Finder Menu in the Mac OS.
5. Transfer the files from your computer. The blue
LED flashes when transferring data.
6. When finished, eject the drive safely from your computer, turn off the Wi-Fi Dock
and disconnect the USB cable.

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3.3 Wi-Fi Dock Initial Wireless Set-Up
Configure the Wi-Fi Dock security and Internet access settings
before connecting any iOS, Android, or UPnP devices.
1. Turn on the Wi-Fi Dock and wait for the blue LED to light.
2. Look for the dock name ‘CODETEK’ from the PC/Mac wireless menu and connect.
3. Open a Web Browser and enter the IP address of the Dock: 192.168.99.1
4. Enter the default User Name “admin” and Password “admin”.
5. Open the Basic Settings tab from the Configuration Menu to:
a. Change the Management Password
b. Select a security protocol
c. Select Root AP (Access Point) to tether the Wi-Fi Dock to your router
d. Click ‘Done’ at the top of the Menu to apply the settings.
See Section 3.5 Wi-Fi Dock Configuration Menu for more information.

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3.4 Wi-Fi Dock Configuration Menu
3.4.1 Overview
Connect to the Wi-Fi Dock (CODETEK) from the wireless menu of your computer and
open a web browser to view the Configuration Menu with this IP Address:
192.168.99.1
The Configuration Menu has the following sections:
Device Information: View the current Settings of the Wi-Fi Dock
Basic Settings: Edit Device Names, Passwords, Security Settings, and Internet Connections.
Advanced Settings: Configure IP, Wireless Modes, DNS, Date/Time, and more.
Maintenance & Tools: Format disks, Firmware Upgrade, and Factory Reset.
Account Management: Create Guest Accounts
Attached Disks: View, Edit, and Safely Remove Disks

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Click ‘Done’ on the top of
the Configuration Menu to
apply settings.
3.4.2 Basic Settings
1. Device Names –Change the name of the Wi-Fi Dock (CODETEK) and/or the
SSID name that is broadcast over the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
2. Management Accounts –Change the Management Account and Password.
3. Wireless Security –Select a security encryption type and enter a password to
protect unauthorized use.
4. Configure the Internet Access for Ethernet or Wireless.
Ethernet: Connect the Wi-Fi Dock to your router with the included patch cable.
Wireless: Select your Wi-Fi network under Root AP for Internet access and
enter your password.
5. Internet Connection Set-up: DHCP is recommended.
6. Check Internet Connection: Verify that your Wi-Fi
Dock has established an Internet Connection.

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3.4.3 Advanced Settings
Here are some common options for configuring the Wi-Fi Dock.
1. Operation Mode –Configure the Wi-Fi Dock as a Router or Repeater.
2. Wireless Radio –Turn off the radio to disable the wireless feature.
3. Wireless Mode –300 Mbps (2x2) is the recommended setting.
4. Wireless Channel –Change channels with interference problems.
5. Broadcast SSID –Turn On/Off viewing of Wi-Fi Dock SSID Name.
6. Green AP –Allows for less power consumption during periods of low data activity.
3.4.4 Maintenance & Tools
This menu allows you to format new hard disk drives, perform a firmware update when

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one is available and restore the Wi-Fi Dock to factory settings.
3.4.5 Account Management
The Account Management menu allows you to create guest and user accounts. This is
useful for preventing access to the Management Account and limiting access to specific
partitions on the HDD.
3.4.6 Attached HDD Disks
This menu allows you to view the content and safely remove your HDD.

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3.5 Connecting iOS and Android Devices
3.5.1 Connecting an iOS Smartphone or Tablet
1. Install the ‘MyAirDisk Pro’ from the Apple App Store
2. Connect to your Network from Settings > Wi-Fi.
3. Press the ‘Device’ button to view the Wi-Fi Dock
(CODETEK).
Supports iOS v5.0 and above
Single user for smooth video streaming.
HDD files must be in an accessible folder.
Root the Wi-Fi Dock to your network for internet access.
Check the Basic Settings in the Configuration Menu.
Wi-Fi Dock must be linked to your network from
the Root AP Tab in the Configuration Menu.
See Section 3.3 Wi-Fi Dock Initial Set-Up.

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3.5.2 Connecting an Android Phone or Tablet
1. Install the ‘MyAirDisk Pro’ App from the Google Play Store.
2. Connect to your Network from the Wi-Fi Settings.
3. Press the ‘Device’ button to view the Wi-Fi Dock
(CODETEK).
Supports Android v2.2 and above.
Requires access to Google Play Store.
Single user for smooth video streaming.
HDD files must be in an accessible folder.
Root the Wi-Fi Dock to your network for internet access.
Check the Basic Settings in the Configuration Menu.
Wi-Fi Dock must be linked to your network from
the Root AP Tab in the Configuration Menu.
See Section 3.3 Wi-Fi Dock Initial Set-Up.

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3.6 Troubleshooting Notes
No Power:
Check for the green LED light on the power adapter.
Cannot read data from the HDD:
Make sure the HDD is seated properly and blue LED is lit.
File transfer speed is too slow:
Check that the computer port supports USB 3.0.
No Internet Access:
Wi-Fi Dock must be connected (tethered) to a router with Internet access.
Check the Internet Settings under the Basic Settings.
Problems connecting:
Change wireless channel in Advanced Settings.
Cannot change settings in Configuration Menu:
Click the ‘Done’ button on the top right of the Menu to apply new settings.
3.7 Glossary of Terms
DHCP –Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
HDD –Hard Disk Drive
SATA –Serial ATA
SSD –Solid State Drive
UPnP –Universal Plug and Play
UTP –Unshielded Twisted Pair cable
PPPoE –Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet

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4. Technical Specifications
Hard Disk Drive Support: SATA I (1.5 Gbps) II (3 Gbps) III (6 Gbps) Hard Drives
2.5” and 3.5” HDD/SSD up to 4TB
External Interfaces: USB 3.0 Type B 9 pin female
RJ45 8 pin female
Drive Connectors: SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) Receptacle
Included Cables: 1 x Cat 5e RJ45 M/M –3 Feet
1 x USB 3.0 TypeA to B 9 pin –4 Feet
OS Support USB Host: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1
Macintosh 10.6 and above
Linux (kernels supporting USB 3.0)
App Support: Apple iOS v5.0 and up
Android v2.2 and up
Media Sharing Protocols: UPnP, iTunes Server, HTTP Server
File System Support: FAT32, NTFS, exFAT
Wi-Fi Networking: 802.11 b/g/n with Internet tethering at 2.4 GHz
WAN Connection Types: DHCP, PPPoE, Static
Wireless Transmission: 145 Mbps 2T2R, 150 Mbps 1T1R, 300 Mbps 2T2R
Security Protocols: WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK+ WPA2-PSK
IPAddress: 192.168.99.1
Certifications: FCC, CE, RoHS, UL
Power Adapter I/O: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
12V DC, 2000mA
US Standard w/ green LED, 4 Feet
LED Indicators: Blue LED power/activity
Dock Dimensions: 5“L x 3”W x 3.5”H, 5.8oz
Warranty: Limited One-Year
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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5. Warranty and Support
5.1 Customer Support and Contact Information
Cable Matters offers lifetime technical support as an integral part of our
commitment to provide industry leading solutions.
Email us with questions at [e-mail].
5.2 Warranty Information
This product is backed by a limited one-year warranty. In addition, Cable Matters
warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted,
following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for
repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers
parts and labor costs only. Cable Matters does not warrant its products from defects or
damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
5.3 Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Cable Matters Inc. (including their officers, directors, employees or
agents) be liable for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental,
consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss,
arising out of, or related to the use of this product exceeding the actual price paid for the
product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this
statement may not apply to you.
Cable Matters is a registered trademark or trademark of Cable Matters Inc.
All rights reserved.