Linksys USB3GIG User manual

USB Ethernet Adapter
Model: USB3GIG
User Guide

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About This Guide
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About This Guide
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Table of Contents
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CHAPTER 1 QUICK START GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Installing the Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
CHAPTER 2 DRIVER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Driver Installation for Windows XP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Driver Installation for Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Driver Installation for Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 . . . . . 2
Driver Installation for Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Appendix A: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Appendix B: Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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CHAPTER 1 Product Overview
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Link/Activity LED
Link/Activity (Blue) The Link/Activity LED is solid blue
when there is an active link over the Ethernet interface.
The LED flashes blue when data is being transferred
over the Ethernet interface.
USB This is a USB 3.0 Type A connector that you
connect to an available USB port on your computer or
other device. Connecting the adapter to a USB 3.0 port
will yield best performance.
Ethernet This port connects the adapter to your
network’s router or switch.
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys USB Ethernet Adapter. This adapter lets
you easily connect any device with a USB port – such as your computer, game
console, or DVR – to a wired network. Small and light, yet rugged enough for
travel, the adapter keeps you connected almost everywhere you go.
LEDs
Ports
Installing the Adapter
1. Remove the caps from the adapter to expose the USB and Ethernet ports.
2. Insert the adapter’s USB connector into an available USB port on your
computer or device.
NOTE:
For maximum performance, connect the adapter directly to a USB 3.0 port
on your computer. If you are connecting to a USB hub, make sure it operates
at USB 3.0 speed.
3. Insert one end of an Ethernet network cable into the adapter’s RJ-45 port.
4. Insert the other end of the Ethernet network cable into the Ethernet port on
your network’s router or switch.

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Chapter 2: Driver Installation
After physically connecting the adapter to your computer’s USB port or hub,
follow these instructions to install the hardware device driver. The installation
procedures for the hardware device driver vary depending on your computer’s
operating system, so make sure to follow the instructions for your operating
system. The instructions also may vary slightly depending on your current
operating system’s configuration. If at any time during the installation you
encounter problems, refer to Appendix A: Troubleshooting, page 5.
NOTE:
Throughout this user guide, it is assumed that “D” is the letter of your
CD-ROM drive.
Driver Installation for Windows XP/Vista/
Win 7/Win 8
NOTE:
Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation process. Doing so will
prevent your driver from being properly installed on your computer.
1. If you have not yet done so, start your computer.
2. Insert the Drivers & Documentation CD into your CD-ROM drive
3. Open up the CD’s folder and double-click Setup.exe.
4. Select Next to advance to the next screen
InstallShield Wizard
5. Select Install

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6. When the driver is finished installing, click Finish
That’s it. You’re done with installation of the USB Ethernet Adapter.
For more information about networking under Microsoft Windows, refer
to your Microsoft Windows documentation.
Driver Installation for Mac OS X
NOTE:
Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation process. Doing so will
prevent your driver from being properly installed on your computer.
1. If you have not yet done so, start your computer.
2. Insert the Drivers & Documentation CD into your CD-ROM drive
3. Open up the CD’s folder followed by the MAC folder
4. Open the Installer file
5. Follow the steps in the Installer application, when the installation is complete
you will be asked to restart your Mac. Click the Restart button to finish setup.

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When your Mac restarts you’re done with installation of the USB Ethernet
Adapter.
For more information about networking under OS X, refer to your Mac OS X
documentation.

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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Your computer does not recognize the adapter.
Make sure that the adapter is properly inserted into the USB slot.
The adapter does not work properly.
Remove the adapter, and reinsert it into the computer’s USB slot.
WEB: If your questions are not addressed here, refer to the Linksys
website, www.linksys.com

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Appendix B: Specifications
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Appendix B: Specifications
Model
USB3GIG USB Ethernet Adapter
Standards
USB 1.0, USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Ports
One USB Type-A Male Connector, One RJ-45 Gigabit Port
Cabling Type
Cat 5 Ethernet Cable
LEDs
Link/Activity
Environmental
Dimensions*
7.96” x 1.00” x 0.69”
(202.3 x 25.35 x 17.65 mm)
Weight**
0.8 oz (23 g)
Power
3.3 V low power consumption
Certification
FCC Class B, CE Class B
Operating Temp.
32 to 158ºF (0 to 70ºC)
Storage Temp.
32 to 158ºF (0 to 70ºC)
Operating Humidity
10 to 90% Noncondensing
Storage Humidity
10 to 90% Noncondensing
* With cap removed and cable fully extended
** With cap attached

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