IOGEAR USB 2.1 Bluetooth Micro Adapter (GBU421)

IOGEAR USB 2.1 Bluetooth Micro Adapter GBU421

The IOGEAR Bluetooth USB Micro Adapter offers Bluetooth connectivity at a fraction of the size of normal Bluetooth USB adapters. About the size of an adult fingernail, the IOGEAR Bluetooth USB Micro Adapter allows users to connect to all the latest Bluetooth devices like cell phones, PDAs, mice and keyboards. Because the Micro Adapter is so small you can easily plug it into your computer without blocking any surrounding USB ports. The Micro Adapter also features Bluetooth EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) technology for transfer rates that are 3 times faster than traditional Bluetooth 1.1 and 1.2 adapters.

The Micro Adapter allows users to connect up to seven Bluetooth devices together and transfer even the largest files quickly and easily. With the Micro Adapter's lower power consumption, you can enjoy longer battery life on your notebook computer. This Bluetooth Class 2 adapter is compatible with both Mac and PC computers, and offers a wireless range of 30 feet (10 meter). It is great for both home and mobile networking needs.

Key Features

Allows any computer with a USBport to become a Bluetooth enabled computer
Ultra portable - tiny enough to stay with your laptop
BluetoothEDR (Enhanced Data Rate) - 3x faster than current Bluetooth (1.1 or 1.2) products; up to2.1 Mbps
Supports A2DP stereo audio wireless streaming
Up to 30 ft (10m) maximum wireless range
Wirelessly communicates with Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, PDAs, cell phones, headsets, and more
Built-in security to assure the privacy of your communication-pairing, encryption, and authentication
Supports the following services:Generic Access (GAP), Serial Port (SPP), Dial-Up Networking (DUN), Fax (FAX), LAN Access (LAP), Object Push (OPP), File Transfer (FTP), Headset (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control (AVRCP), Synchronization (SYNCH)
Backwards compatible with Bluetooth 1.1, 1.2 & 2.0

Easy Operation

Requirements:
Hardware Requirement: Available USB Port

Operating System Requirement:

For PCs: Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
For Macs: MAC OS X v10.3.9 or later

Included with this Product:
Bluetooth to USB adapter, Driver/Manual CD*, Quick Start Guide, Warranty / Registration Card

Warning:*The included CD is a mini size disket, and it is recommended not to insert the mini size CD into the slot-loading CD ROM drive to avoid damaging the slot-loading CD ROM drive.

Warranty:
3-year warranty

About IOGEAR

IOGEAR headquartered in Foothill Ranch, CA, offers innovative Consumer Electronics and IT solutions that enable convergence through connectivity in the home, at the office and on the go. Founded in 1999, the company provides a broad range of products that help integrate technologies in everyday life, share resources, decrease clutter and energy consumption, and reduce electronic waste.

The company is environmentally-conscious and emphasizes conserving natural resources to employees and customers through its GREEN initiatives. In addition, IOGEAR has partnered with Trees for the Future to plant one tree for every product purchased on its Web site or by members of its GREEN initiative partner program.

IOGEAR distributes throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia.

Owner Reviews, Ratings, Comments and Criticism
*** My comments (below) are from January 2009. One of the more recent comments (April 2010) states that my issues are no longer valid. Just a heads up that things change/improve over time. ***