LINKSYS USBBT100 User Guide and Manual
Summary
Streamline your PC's connectivity with this versatile Bluetooth USB Adapter. This device enables reliable wireless synchronization, allowing seamless connection to phones, PDAs, mice, and printers without cables. The comprehensive user manual serves as a complete guide for beginners and advanced users alike. It details everything from initial software installation and adapter setup through advanced configuration methods (including connecting service levels) and troubleshooting common issues. Ideal for any user needing robust, effortless Bluetooth data transfer capabilities on their computer.
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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
Bluetooth USB Adapter
User Guide
WIRELESS
Model No. USBBT100
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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Bluetooth USB Adapter User Guide WIRELESS Model No. USBBT100
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Installing the Bluetooth Software and Connecting the Adapter Installing the Bluetooth Software Connecting the Ada...
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Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Figure 1-1: The Bluetooth USB Adapter 1 Figure 2-1: The Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 3 Figure 2-2: The Install Shield Wizard’s Welcome Screen 3 Figure 2-3: The License...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Bluetooth USB Adapter. This Adapter brings all the uses of Bluetooth directly to your PC. As you probably already know,...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Bluetooth USB Adapter. Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Adapter’s applicatio...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Chapter 2: Installing the Bluetooth Software and Connecting the Adapter IMPORTANT: You must install the Bluetooth Software from the CD included with the Adapter Installing the Bl...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter 3. The next screen is the License Agreement screen. Read the License Agreement and click the radio button for I accept the terms in the license agreement. Then, click the Next bu...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter 6. During installation, you may see a Driver Signature Notice. This product has been tested for use with Windows. Click the OK button to continue. Figure 2-6: The Driver Signatur...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Connecting the Adapter After a moment, Windows will automatically detect the Adapter and a Bluetooth icon will appear in your system tray. Figure 2-9: The Bluetooth Icon To conne...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Chapter 3: Using the Bluetooth USB Adapter Navigating from Your Desktop Once you’ve installed the Bluetooth software and connected the Adapter, you will find some changes on your...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Bluetooth System Tray Icon Let’s review some of the things you’ll be able to do by right-clicking the Bluetooth Icon in the System Tray. Right- clicking your mouse over the i...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Bluetooth Setup Wizard Before you can begin using the Adapter, you must run the Bluetooth Setup Wizard. Right-click the Bluetooth System Tray Icon and select Bluetooth Setup ...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter I know the service I want to use and I want to find a Bluetooth device that provides that service. After you select this option from the Wizard’s menu and click the Next button, ...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter I want to find a specific Bluetooth device and configure how this computer will use its services. After you select this option from the Wizard’s menu and click the Next button, t...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter I want to configure the Bluetooth services that this computer will provide to remote devices. What services do you wish the Adapter to provide to your other Bluetooth devices? Se...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Advanced Cofiguration While the advanced configuration is not required, it will allow you to optimize and personalize many of the Adapter’s options. When selecting the Advanced C...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Accessibility tab. From this tab, you can manage access the Adapter has to other Bluetooth devices. To allow Bluetooth devices to discover the Adapter, select the box beside ...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Discovery tab. From this tab, you can specify the types of Bluetooth devices the Adapter will access. The Adapter automatically searches for new Bluetooth devices every ten m...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Local Services tab. From this tab, you can determine which services the Adapter will provide to other Bluetooth devices. The Add Serial Service button allows you to connect o...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Client Applications tab. From this tab, you can select which services the Adapter will access from other Bluetooth devices. The Add COM port button allows you to connect one ...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter The Hardware tab. This tab displays general hardware information about the Adapter, such as firmware version and MAC Address. Quick Connection Figure 3-21: Bluetooth Configuratio...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems th...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Frequently Asked Questions What is “pairing”? Pairing (or bonding) is a concept introduced to create a first time recognition of what devices are allowed to communicate with each...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Appendix B: Bluetooth Applications and Services The Bluetooth USB Adapter allows you to use many Bluetooth Applications and Services directly from your PC. Here are a list of tho...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Network Access. This allows your PC to connect to a Local Area Network via a physical connection on a remote Bluetooth device and also to connect to an ad hoc network provided by...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Appendix C: Specifications Standards Bluetooth 1.2, USB 1.1 Operating Frequency 2.4 ~ 2.4835GHz Transmit Power 13~17d Bm (Class 1) Antenna 1.2 d Bi Receive Sensitivity -80dbm @ 0...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Operating Temp. 0ºC to 70ºC (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temp. -20ºC to 90ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 90% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 10% to 90% Non-Condensing 24...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Appendix D: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to the original end user purchaser ("You") that, for a period of one year. Your Linksys product will ...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Appendix E: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Ru...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Note: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For mor...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Deutschland D: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwending, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen. Germany D: License required for outdoor ...
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Bluetooth USB Adapter Appendix F: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com o...
Manual Details
| Brand | Linksys |
|---|---|
| Pages | 33 |
| File Size | 1.05 MB |
| Published | May 26, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What safety procedures are necessary when handling this adapter?
The manual warns that users must wash their hands after handling due to chemicals, including lead.
How can I use the adapter with other Bluetooth devices, like cell phones?
When a cell phone is within range of your connected PC, you can upload directories or retrieve photos from it.
What specific steps should I follow if my product proves defective under warranty?
Call the Linksys Return Merchandise Authorization department at 949-261-1288 to obtain a Return Authorization Number.
How does Quick Connect function with this adapter?
Bluetooth technology is always functioning, allowing you to connect to other Bluetooth devices using Quick Connect.