Product Description

IOGEAR's Bluetooth to USB Adapter allows any computer with USB connections to become a Bluetooth enabled computer, and communicate with other Bluetooth enabled computers and devices without cable connections. It complies with Bluetooth 1.1 and USB 1.1 specifications, and provides users with a 723 Kbps data rate at ranges up to 330 feet. It also enables wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) connectivity to Bluetooth enabled devices such as PDA's, printers, cellular phones, computers, etc.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #7516 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Iogear
• Model: GBU301
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Platforms: Macintosh, Windows
• Format: CD
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds
• Networking: USB

Features

• Allows any computer with USB connections to become a Bluetooth enabled computer
• Enables your computer to connect to your Bluetooth printer and Bluetooth enabled mobile devices wirelessly
• Enables wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) connectivity
• Bluetooth 1.1 compliant, USB 1.1 compliant
• PC and Mac compatible

From the Manufacturer
IOGEAR's Bluetooth to USB Adapter allows any computer with USB connections to become a Bluetooth enabled computer, and communicate with other Bluetooth enabled computers and devices without cable connections. It complies with Bluetooth 1.1 and USB 1.1 specifications, and provides users with a 723 Kbps data rate at ranges up to 330 feet. It also enables wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) connectivity to Bluetooth enabled devices such as PDA's, printers, cellular phones, and computers.

The GBU301 is compatible with both PC and Mac. It is easy to install and use, and very portable. It suits for both home and mobile networking needs. The product allows any computer with USB connections to become a Bluetooth enabled computer and eliminates cables between your computers. It also enables your computer to connect to your Bluetooth printer and Bluetooth enabled mobile devices (such as PDAs and mobile phones) wirelessly and enables wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) connectivity.

The GBU301 is Bluetooth specification 1.1 compliant and USB specification 1.1 compliant, and is a Class 1 Bluetooth device that enables you to connect your hardware up to 100 meter (330 feet) away It also is backwards-compatible with Bluetooth Class 2 and 3 devices

The device supports a data transfer rate of up to 723 Kbps and its small form factor makes it easy to carry and place. It is easy to set up and has built-in security to assure the privacy of your communication--paring, encryption, authentication.

Customer Reviews

Iogear Bluetooth USB Adapter
Well I just got this the other day I think that this is great product with all the features it has ie: Bluetooth file sharing, Bluetooth "pairing" and internet connection sharing (which I am still trying to figure). I have a palmone zire 72 w/ Bluetooth and so this is great to link my pda with my bluetooth enabled computer. If I do not Figure-out how to share my internet then it was not a waste of money because it's still much cooler that using a usb cable and hotsyning it with my pda, now I can roam around my house as much as I would like. The distance is good so far even tho I haven't really "tested" it so for a little recap I'd say it's a good product for what is does and is sopossed to do....oh and btw I got this for free with the palmone pays back program so if anyone is thinking about it go for it. **Update** the cover came off of this and I found the "hidden" blinking blue light never knew there was one but surprissingly it still works and it even bent the usb plug...and I figured out the ICS and it works nicely! good bluetooth dongle for the price (free!!)

Works great with Nokia 6230
I got this a Fry's Electronics today ($29.95). Works great. Easy to setup. It works with the Nokia 6230. Synchonrization was simple with Nokia PC Suite software.

Don't misjudge it by it's size!
I bought this USB bluetooth from B&H. The sales person recommended me this and I took his word for it since he seems knowledgeable.I also like him for not pushing the more expensive ones. Thankfully he was correct I couldn't be happier with his recommendation. I used this with my Belkin GPS and the connection was much stronger and more constant then Belkin's own FlashCard Bluetooth even at a great distance.It was rated at 330 ft but I had never tried it at that distance so far. Works pretty good at 100 ft. I returned Belkin's CF blue tooth because its a CF2 and my pda cannot accept CF2. I like the form factor of the Iogear USB Bluetooth best it's so small my thumb is bigger then it and it's MAC compatible too. I can now share this between my PC and MAC. I am very pleased with it and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Incidentally I am glad I did not read the 1st review before buying as I would have swayed. I installed the driver without a hitch and I am also using Window 2000 on my laptop. Probably the 1st user didn't know how to install it properly. It works like a clock so far. I have 7 days to try out but so far everything has been going on rosy!