Wi-Drive User Guide (for use with Amazon’s Kindle Fire) Document No. 480WID4KF-001.
Table of Contents Introduction.............................................................................................................................. 3 Requirements........................................................................................................................... 3 Supported File Types .............................................................................................................. 3 Install the Wi-Drive Application.................................................
Introduction Wi-Drive is a portable USB Flash storage device that allows you to wirelessly stream digital media content (such as music, photos, videos, etc.) to your Kindle Fire tablet device. Serving as its own wireless network, Wi-Drive’s lithium-polymer battery and 30-ft range give you up to four hours of continuous access to your digital library anywhere you go.
Install the Wi-Drive Application To configure Wi-Drive, you must first install the Wi-Drive App (on your tablet) from the on-line Amazon Appstore (Internet access required). The Wi-Drive App is free and allows you to customize the wireless network settings and access your Wi-Drive’s content you’ve uploaded to Wi-Drive. To install the App, please follow these steps: 1. Open the Amazon Appstore on your tablet and search for “wi-drive.” See examples below. 2.
Amazon’s Kindle Fire Tablet with Wi-Drive Installed Document No. 480WID4KF-001.
Getting to Know Wi-Drive A. Mini-B USB Port – Allows you to copy content to the Wi-Drive and/or charge the device via USB 2.0. B. Reset Button – Resets Wi-Drive back to its original (default) configuration1 for the network settings. C. Power Button 2 – Allows you to power on or power off the Wi-Drive. D. Internet LED – Solid when powered on; Flashes when there is Internet activity E. Wi-Fi LED – Flashes when broadcasting SSID or wireless network activity.
Battery Status In addition to switching Wi-Drive on and off, the power button also serves as a battery indicator for how much time is left before Wi-Drive must be charged again. Green indicates 51%-100% battery charge remaining; amber indicates 25%-50% battery charge remaining; and red indicates less than 25% battery charge remaining. A Flashing green power button indicates that the Wi-Drive battery is charging (occurs when using AC power adapter only.) Green LED (51%-100% charge remaining) Figure 2.
Connecting Wi-Drive to a Computer To add content to Wi-Drive, connect it to a computer using the USB cable that came with the device. See Figure 3.1 below. Figure 3.1 – Connecting Wi-Drive to a computer Loading Content Onto Wi-Drive When connected to a computer, Wi-Drive behaves like any standard USB Flash drive, creating a data volume on your PC or Mac (see Figure 3.2.). This volume allows you to populate Wi-Drive with digital content that you can later share or access wirelessly via the Wi-Drive app.
Connecting to Wi-Drive over Wireless Wi-Drive is its own independent wireless network. When browsing for Wi-Fi networks Kindle Fire tablet, you will see ‘Wi-Drive’ in the list of available networks to join. By default, there is no password. When you connect to it from your tablet, you are establishing a dedicated link to Wi-Drive over that wireless signal. Once you connect to Wi-Drive, you will substitute your tablet’s Internet connection with Wi-Drive’s wireless connection.
Configuring Wi-Drive Using the Wi-Drive App, you can customize the wireless network settings for Wi-Drive. The default settings are: Device Name: Wi-Drive, Visibility Status: ON, Wireless Channel: 11, and Security: None. To access Wi-Drive’s Network Settings, please follow these steps: 1. Select the Wi-Drive App in the carousel section of your Kindle Fire tablet. 2. Select the Device Name link, i.e. Wi-Drive (192.168.200.254). 3.
Network Connections (Bridge Mode) Traditionally, the Wi-Fi antenna on your iPad or iPod touch device is used to access the Internet. The Wi-Drive, however, uses the Wi-Fi antenna on your Kindle Fire device to stream content, which effectively disconnects your tablet from the Internet. Fortunately, Wi-Drive’s Wi-Fi antenna supports bi-directional traffic and can be used for implementing a feature called Bridge Mode.
Upgrade Firmware Recommendation: Always back up your data before a firmware upgrade. 1. If a firmware upgrade becomes available for your Wi-Drive device, it will be posted and made available on-line for you to download. The firmware upgrade will be in the form of a .BIN file. Additional instructions may be included with individual firmware upgrade(s). 2. Download the .BIN file and connect Wi-Drive to your computer. For help on connecting your device to a computer, see page 7. 3. Copy the .
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FCC Compliance and Advisory 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 equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, according to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Safety Guidelines 請依以下方式使用，不當的使用可能會導致電池性能降低或是損害到你的裝置 Please read the following carefully before using the Wi-Drive Product. Incorrect use of your device may result in reduced battery performance, undesired operation, or damage to your device. 1. 請勿嘗試拆解產品 Do not attempt to open or disassemble this product. 2. 使用環境溫度 0-45 攝氏度 Store and operate between 0~45℃ 3. 請勿將液態物接觸此產品 Do not allow this product to have contact with liquid(s). 4.
