StarTech.com PCMACLINK2 User manual

Manual Revision: 04/21/2011
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PCMACLINK2
USB to USB Data Transfer Cable for Windows and Mac

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
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following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
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Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................1
System Requirements ............................................................................................................................1
Installation............................................................................................................................................................2
Hardware Installation..............................................................................................................................2
Driver Installation......................................................................................................................................3
How to Use..........................................................................................................................................................3
Specications.....................................................................................................................................................5
Technical Support...........................................................................................................................................6
Warranty Information....................................................................................................................................6

Instruction Manual 1
Introduction
The StarTech.com USB to USB Data Transfer Cable lets you easily transfer les between two
computer systems (PC and Mac) using USB 2.0 connectivity. The cable features a built-in
software suite that allows for le transfers between two PCs or two Macs, or even between a
PC and Mac. No complicated network sharing to setup, or external storage devices to move
between computers. Simply plug in the cable to both computers and run the software to begin
transferring les directly between the two computers. In addition to le transfers, the software
suite also allows you to sync emails from Microsoft Outlook®, synchronize the contents of entire
folders, or even share the CD/DVD drive and Internet connection between the two Windows PCs.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x PCMACLINK2 transfer cable
• 1 x Installation Guide
System Requirements
• Intel®Pentium®II or PowerPC®G4 or higher processor
• RAM: 512MB minimum
• 100MB or more of available disk space
• Available USB 2.0 port
• Microsoft®Windows®XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit) or Apple®Mac OS®X

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Installation
Hardware Installation
1. Plug either end of the PCMACLINK2 adapter cable into a USB port of one of the computers
you wish to transfer les between.
2. The computer will then attempt to automatically install the PCMACLINK2 and then mount a
disk image on the computer system.
3. Launch the Go!Suite program from the disk image.
4. Plug the other end of the PCMACLINK2 adapter cable into the USB port of a second
computer.
5. The second computer will then attempt to automatically install the PCMACLINK2 and then
mount a disk image on the computer system.
6. Launch the Go!Suite program from the disk image.
7. Run the appropriate application on both computer for the action you wish to perform.
NOTE: Mac OS only has the option to run the Go!Bridge application.
*Go!Suite on Windows

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Driver Installation
No driver installation is required for this adapter.
How to Use
With the Go!Suite program running on both computer systems, it will allow you to run the
dierent available applications.
• Go!Bridge allows for bidirectional le transfers between two computer systems (PC/Mac).
The browser window shows the les and folders of the other computer, where les can be
dragged and dropped to and from.
• Remote Share allows two Windows PCs to share a single Internet connection and/or CD/DVD
drive. The PC initiating the Remote Share will attempt to use the resources on the other PC
and be able to use them as if they existed locally.

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• Folder Sync allows folders across two Windows PCs to be synchronized based on date
modied. Multiple tasks can be setup and the direction of the synchronization can also
be specied.
• Outlook Sync allows emails, contacts, calendar, etc in Microsoft Outlook®to be synchronized
across two Windows PCs. The direction of the synchronization can also be specied.

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Specications
Bus Interface USB 2.0
Chipset ID OTI-2208
Connectors 2 x USB type A male
LEDs 2 x Link/Activity
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0: 480Mbps
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
Storage Temperature -50°C ~ 70°C (-58°F ~ 158°F)
Humidity 0 ~ 80% RH
Cable Length 5 ft.
Compatible Operating Systems Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server
2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit), Mac OS X

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-ment to provide
industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/
support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation,
and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com 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. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or
damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers,
directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive,
incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss,
arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed 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.

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