So the module still is not working and I'm still nog satisfied on the power supply. Does any one know iff the board needs more than the 5v usb can give? I have read that the module needs 9v to operate correctly.
I'm not sure how simple it is to disconnect the USB + power so you can run the board with a 9v supply and keep serial comms over USB. If your PC has a normal comm port maybe you could connect to that for serial monitoring or even use a second UNO if you have one.