INSIGNIA NS-PCK336C USB File Transfer Cable User Guide

INSIGNIA NS-PCK336C USB File Transfer Cable

INSIGNIA NS-PCK336C USB File Transfer Cable

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• USB 3.0 Universal File Transfer cable
• USB-C Adapter
• Quick Setup Guide

FEATURES

• USB 3.0 high speed data transfer · Sharing the other’s keyboard and mouse
• USB-A port and USB-C port compatibility
• Windows-to-Windows compatibility
• Mac-to-Mac compatibility
• Windows-to-Mac (and Mac-to-Windows) compatibility with auto-launching software built into the cable
• No CDs or downloads required

Note: If your computer has a USB-C port, attach the USB-C adapter before you connect the cable.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Windows® 10
• macOS 10.12 or later
• USB-A or USB-C port

GETTING STARTED

Complete the following steps to launch the software on each Windows or Mac computer that you are connecting. For instance, if you connect a PC to a Mac, follow the PC setup steps on your PC and the Mac setup steps on your Mac.

LAUNCHING THE SOFTWARE ON WINDOWS PCS (Smart Datalink SOFTWARE)

Note: If your computer has a USB-C port, attach the USB-C adapter before you connect the cable.

1. Connect the cable from one computer to the other. The software detects the connection. Connecting for the first time may take a few minutes.
   

2. After installing, Smart Datalink runs automatically, then you can start to transfer your file. If AutoPay does not open, go to My Computer, then double-click SmartDatalink.exe
   

LAUNCHING THE SOFTWARE ON MAC COMPUTERS (MacKMLink SOFTWARE)

1. Connect the cable from one computer to the other.
   The software detects the connection.

2. The MacKMLink app runs automatically. If MacKMLink doesn’t run automatically, open the Smartlink disc icon on the desktop of your Mac.
   

3. Double click MacKMLink. app to install
   

4. If a window opens:
   A Click the Open System Preferences button.
   
   B In the Security and Privacy window, make sure that Accessibility is selected.
   
   C Click Click the lock to prevent further changes, enter your User Name and Password, then click Unlock.
   
   D Make sure that MacKMLinkShell** is selected, then close the Security & Privacy window.
   OR
   If an Accessibility box opens:
   A Click the System Preferences button to open the Accessibility Settings window, click the lock icon in the lower left corner to unlock your system preferences, then enter your computer’s User Name and Password.
   B Make sure that MacKMLink option is checked
   C If the previous version of MacKMLink is checked, uncheck then recheck it
   D Make sure that MacKMLinkShell** is selected, then close the Security & Privacy window. .

Transferring files between computers
When the software on both computers have opened, and the connection is complete, a status icon appears on the bottom-right of the computer. One icon indicates it connected successfully and the other indicates it failed to connect.

There are two ways to transfer files with Smart Datalink:

• Option 1 : Drag the file that you want to transfer from one computer to another. A progress bar appears while the file is transferring.
  

OR

• Option 2: Select the files you want to transfer, then use Ctrl + C to copy the files. Use Ctrl + V to paste the files.
  

Note: If you get an error message on your Mac system stating that you cannot write files to a specific folder, choose another folder that does not have user restrictions. See the documentation that came with your computer for information on modify write permissions for a folder.

Sharing the mouse and the keyboard
This transfer cable supports two computers sharing the mouse and the keyboard. You can use a mouse to control another computer. Use ALT+S to switch the mouse between the two computers and to use the keyboard to type on the other computer.

You can setup preferences such as selecting position on PC or enable or disable the keyboard and mouse control.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the connection is not successful, unplug the cable, then reconnect it. If the software doesn’t open automatically, you can open it manually.

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LEGAL NOTICES

FCC Statemen t
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.
FCC Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Note : 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, maybe 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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
  Canadian Notice
  CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For complete warranty, visit www.insigniaproducts.com.

CONTACT INSIGNIA

For customer service, call 1-877-467-4289 (U.S. and Canada) or 01-800-926-3000 (Mexico) www.insigniaproducts.com

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FAQ’S

Why does the software not run automatically?

If you are using a Windows PC, go to My Computer and double-click the Smart Datalink icon. If you are using a Mac, go to Applications and open Smart Datalink. If the software does not start, click the Start button on your taskbar, then click All Programs, then click Smart Datalink.

Why does my computer not recognize the other computer as a network drive?

This is normal if you are connecting two computers that have never been connected before. After you connect them for the first time, they will appear as network drives on both computers.

How do I use a file transfer cable?

Boot both computers to the OS.
Connect the USB cable from the appropriate port.
Connect the cable to the other machine.
Use either Windows Easy Transfer or Mac Migration Assistant.
Follow the onscreen prompts to copy all data to the destination machine from the source machine.

Can I use a regular USB cable to transfer files?

A normal USB cable will not allow you to transfer data between computers. However, there are special USB cables called USB-USB bridged cables which contain technology that allows two PCs to communicate. Warning: Connecting two PCs together using a normal A/A USB cable can damage both computers.

How do I connect my Android phone to my TV using a USB cord?

Locate the USB port on your TV or use an HDMI-to-USB adapter to add a USB port to the TV. Use a cable that plugs into both the phone and TV or adapter to connect the devices. Go to the Source button on the TV remote control or on- screen menu. Select USB.

Can you transfer files via USB-C?

Some tablet computers and phones have the software for an easy transfer of files to a PC by a USB-C cable. There is nothing special about the hardware that enables this function, it is all software with an off the shelf USB-C controller that is common in many laptop and desktop computers

How do you know if a USB cable can transfer files?

In theory, USB cables that support data transfer should have the ‘trident fork’ logo, but in practice the cheap stuff from China uses that logo whether it has data capabilities or not. So the only way to know for sure is to test them all by hand.

How do I transfer everything from my computer to an external hard drive?

To copy multiple files, hold CTRL as you select additional files or folders. Once you have files and folders highlighted, make sure you’re in the Home tab, then select Organize > Copy to, and select your external storage device name from the list of options.

How do I know if my USB cable is OTG?

An OTG cable has a micro-A plug on one end, and a micro-B plug on the other end (it cannot have two plugs of the same type). OTG adds a fifth pin to the standard USB connector, called the ID-pin; the micro-A plug has the ID pin grounded, while the ID in the micro-B plug is floating.

Why files are not copying to external hard drive?

If you can’t copy files to external hard drive and it’s frozen, there is an off-chance that the drive is improperly formatted or something is wrong with the drive’s software aspect. You can fix it by reformatting the drive to NTFS.

Why does USB transfer stop?

You may wonder, “Why did my file transfer stop?” Following are the possible reasons: Transfer blocked by antivirus software. File system errors on the source or destination disk. File size limitation of a certain file system.

Why is my transfer speed dropping?

So what is the culprit that slows down the file copy. The most common causes include disk fragmentation, file system errors, outdated drivers, antivirus settings, and some other Windows features.

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