VERIZON WIRELESS BROADBANDACCESS/NATIONALACCESS V640 USER MANUAL
Contents Welcome ..................................................................................................................... 1 Wireless communications .................................................................................................................................... 1 Safety hazards ..................................................................................................................................................... 1 Limitation of liability.........................
The Options Menu ............................................................................................................................................. 55 The Help Menu .................................................................................................................................................. 56 Settings in other Applications .................................................................................. 57 Sync Applications...................................................
Welcome Congratulations on purchasing the Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess V640 Express Card with VZAccess Manager. This dual-band card operates over the CDMA EV-DO networks in the 800/1900 bands. This wireless Express Card will enable you to connect at high speed to the Internet, your corporate Intranet, and your email while you're away from the office. This manual will provide information needed to get started and use your new Express Card and VZAccess Manager software.
• While operating a vehicle o The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate a wireless data device while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some countries, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence. Limitation of liability The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Verizon Wireless Inc.
Getting started This section will walk you through how to get started using your V640 Express Card. This includes software and driver installation, inserting the card so Microsoft Windows is able to detect and install the drivers for your V640 Express Card and setting up a data session to connect to the Internet. Important: Prior to using BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess service you must: 1. Install VZACCESS Manager version as provided with your installation CD 2.
• Handle with care • Avoid storing your V640 Express Card in extreme temperatures • Store the card in a dry and clean environment • Avoid spilling any liquid or immersing the card in water • Do not place any labels on the Antenna as this may alter the sensitivity of the antenna • Do not place any labels on the card as this may interfere with the Express Card slot when inserting • Do not force the V640 into the Express Card slot • Do not apply force on the top or bottom of the V640 When trans
Introduction VZAccessTM Manager from Verizon Wireless: Welcome to the Verizon Wireless VZAccess Manager. The VZAccess Manager provides easy access to the wireless Internet. It has built-in support for both WWAN and Wi-Fi devices, giving you the flexibility to connect your notebook to the Internet wirelessly anytime, anywhere. Supported Services VZAccess Manager supports the Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess service.
Installation and Configuration This section will guide you through the installation and setup process for the VZAccess Manager. Before getting started, you should become familiar with the documentation that came with your Express Card. Getting Started Follow these steps to install VZAccess Manager: 1. Turn on your computer and close all applications. 2. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD drive. 3. If set up does not automatically start, click the Start button on the taskbar and choose Run. Type D:\Start (
Step 2 Formatted: English (U.S.) After the Welcome screen you will see the VZAccess Manager License Agreement. In order to install and use this product you must agree with the terms of this agreement. Select "I agree with this software license agreement," then click the Next button to continue. If you do not agree with this agreement, click the Cancel button to exit. Step 3 Formatted: English (U.S.) You are now ready to select the location on your computer where the VZAccess Manager should be installed.
Step 4 Formatted: English (U.S.) You are now ready to begin installing VZAccess Manager components onto your computer. Click Next to continue. Step 5 Formatted: English (U.S.) During this step the components of the VZAccess Manager product are being installed onto your computer. Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 3 above.
Step 6 Formatted: English (U.S.) Installation is now complete. Click the Finish button to leave the VZAccess Manager setup program and begin using your new software The setup program will automatically create a VZAccess Manager shortcut on your desktop. The VZAccess Manager Setup Wizard After you have successfully completed the installation process of VZAccess Manager, you are ready to start the VZAccess Manager program and begin your initial setup.
Step 3 In this step of the Setup Wizard you must specify the type of wireless device that you intend to use with VZAccess Manager. Select either "Detect both Wi-Fi and WWAN" or "Detect WWAN device only." For the purposes of this guide, "Detect both Wi-Fi and WWAN" will be used. Please note that your experience in Step 4 may be different if you use a different selection. After making the appropriate selection, click Next to continue.
Step 5 The VZAccess Manager will now detect and setup your WWAN device. Step 6 In this step you need to select the type of connectivity you wish to use with your wireless device. For the purposes of this guide, we will select "Express Card." Please note that this selection may not be appropriate for your type of wireless device. Once you have selected your connectivity option, click Next to continue.
Step 7 If you are trying to complete your initial account activation for the V640, please insert your BroadbandAccess/ NationalAccess Express Card now, not your V640. (You cannot complete your initial account activation with the V640.) Wait for Windows to detect and install drivers for the device. Drivers will also be installed for the V640. Formatted: English (U.S.) If the Express Card is detected, you will see the following screen.
Step 8 The detection and configuration process for your wireless device is now complete. In this step you can elect to run the VZAccess Manager automatically every time you start up your computer. To do so, check the "Run VZAccess Manager at Startup" checkbox. Click Finish when complete. Please familiarize yourself with the information in the "Using VZAccess Manager" and "Connecting to the Internet" sections of this guide.
Bluetooth Setup Formatted: English (U.S.) The following tips should help you set up a Bluetooth connection between your Express Card and your computer. Setting Up Your Computer for Bluetooth Please refer to your Bluetooth device documentation to ensure that your Bluetooth hardware is installed correctly. If it is, you should see a Bluetooth icon in your system tray. For Microsoft Bluetooth devices ( ), Windows XP SP2 provides the necessary drivers. For Widcomm devices ( drivers. Formatted: English (U.S.
Microsoft Bluetooth Devices Formatted: English (U.S.) Pairing Your Express Card With Your Computer 1. In your computer's system tray, double-click the Bluetooth icon ( ). Go to the "Options" tab. Make sure that the bottom three options are checked as pictured here: Formatted: English (U.S.) 2. Click Apply if possible. 3. On your Express Card, go into the settings to make the Express Card discoverable. This will typically make your Express Card discoverable for the next 60 seconds.
Formatted: English (U.S.) 4. On your computer, select the Devices Tab. 5. Click the Add button. 6. The "Add Bluetooth Device Wizard" appears. Check the checkbox and click Next.
The wizard begins searching for your Express Card: 7. Select the device (by singleclicking on it) and click Next.
8. Select the option you prefer. 9. For example, "Let me choose my own passkey." 10. Click Next.
11. You will see the following screen, prompting you to bond with your Express Card. 12. You will have approximately 30 seconds to perform the bonding on the Express Card. In many cases, you will need to select "yes," enter the passkey (12345678), and select Ok. If successful, you will see the following screen. 13. Select "Finish.
14. If you have successfully paired your computer with your Express Card, you will see your Express Card appear in the "Devices" tab. Here is one example. Click Ok. You are now ready to launch VZAccess Manager.
Widcomm Bluetooth Devices Pairing Your Express Card With Your Computer 1. In your computer's system tray, double-click the Bluetooth ). You should see the icon ( "Welcome" dialog shown here. If you do not, please ensure your Bluetooth hardware is set up, and that its drivers do not conflict with others on your system. Click Next. 2. On this screen, click Next.
3. Edit your computer's name if you wish and click Next. 4. Click Next.
5. Click Next. 6. Click Next.
7. Select "Show Express Cards and modems" in the drop-down menu and the Search Again button. Once your computer detects your Express Cards, your Express Card should prompt you to finish the bonding. You will have approximately 30 seconds to perform this bonding on the Express Card. In many cases, to complete this bonding, you will want to select Yes, enter the passkey, and select Ok. If successful, you Express Card should eventually appear as shown here. Click Next. 8.
9. Customize your connection name, if desired, then click Finish. 10. Click OK.
11. Above your system tray, you may see the following popup. Click on it to complete the pairing. 12. Enter your preferred PIN and press OK. 13. If successful, after doubleclicking the "My Bluetooth Places" icon on your desktop, you will see your new Express Card listed as shown here. You are now ready to launch VZAccess Manager.
Using VZAccess Manager Today's online world offers more services everyday and Verizon Wireless gives you the tools you need to take advantage of the best in connectivity solutions. With VZAccess Manager, enjoy the freedom and convenience of wireless Internet connectivity from your notebook computer! Features WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network, CDMA 1xEV-DO and 1xRTT) Specific Features Configures your PC to use your wireless device as a modem.
Stepping through this wizard is critical to properly setting up your WWAN or Wi-Fi device. Please follow the onscreen instructions, or, for step-by-step guidance, refer here. About the Networks View The VZAccess Manager will open to the Networks view by default. This view is where you manage your wireless connections. The Networks view displays all currently available network connections. At a glance you can see the signal strength and battery level (if applicable) of your WWAN or Wi-Fi network.
If your expected connection does not appear, select "Refresh Networks" from the "Options" menu. This will cause VZAccess Manager to look for your wireless device(s) and verify network availability. If you have any Wi-Fi networks you manually added because they do not broadcast their SSID, they will always be displayed, and you will have to refer to the signal strength displayed to know when you are in range. See the section "Wi-Fi Specific Settings" for additional details.
If you wish to begin using the service, click Connect again (or simply double-click the network name). To connect to any other network shown, select it, and then click Connect. Disconnecting Once connected, the Connect button will change to Disconnect. Simply click Disconnect to end your current connection or double-click the network name again. Other Notes If your expected connection does not appear: Select "Refresh Networks" from the "Options" menu.
Connecting Once your Wi-Fi or WWAN device is properly configured, connecting to the Internet is as simple as selecting the network connection type shown in the list and clicking the Connect button. Note that the Networks button immediately above the list will change to Connect or Connect Wi-Fi based on the current selection in the networks list. 1. Select one of the following connections: "NationalAccess - BroadbandAccess" or "NationalAccess." 2. Click the Connect button shown below when it becomes enabled.
setup. If the number of connections exceeds what can be displayed, a vertical scroll bar will appear to the right of the connections. Scroll down to see them all. The first time you connect with BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess, BroadbandAccess, NationalAccess, or a private Wi-Fi connection, a connectivity warning message will appear. You have the option to suppress these warning messages when they are displayed.
The status is also reflected in the Task Tray icon. Connected Idle - Not Connected Connecting Disconnecting A window will also slide out of the tray showing when you connect and disconnect from networks. The pop up status can be turned off, if desired, by selecting "Options," "Preferences," "Options" tab, un-checking "Show pop-up status windows by tray." Right clicking on the tray icon provides various options and double clicking on it will always show the application.
The Session Information window will also contain a My Computer tab and a Wi-Fi tab if applicable. The My Computer tab contains detailed information about your computer. This information is helpful when troubleshooting a problem. Additional information when using the NationalAccess connection: If you are using the BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess or NationalAccess connection and the call fails when you try to connect, with VZAccess Manager returning to its idle state, you should try to connect again.
This message will display each time you go to connect via the NationalAccess connection until you select "Do not show this warning again." BroadbandAccess The first time you connect via BroadbandAccess, the following warning message will be displayed: ATTENTION You are about to establish a BroadbandAccess or NationalAccess data connection. Charges apply in accordance with your subscription to your Verizon Wireless NationalAccess/BroadbandAccess.
The new connection will have a suffix of "(Wireless)" and will be set to use your wireless device as the modem. If the utility is unable to automatically recognize your existing area code and number, the existing number will be displayed, and you will be prompted to enter the area code and number. The utility configures the new wireless connections to always dial 11 digits, so that they will work locally and also in other digital data coverage areas.
Receiving TXT Messages • All of your TXT messages will appear at the list box at the top of the TXT messaging view. By default, all sent and received messages will appear. • To view only certain messages, click on the 'View' toolbar button and select 'Received Messages', 'Sent Messages' or 'All Messages'. • If you are in the TXT Messaging view and a new message arrives, the message will automatically appear in the list and be displayed in bold.
• To resend a sent message, select the message and press the 'Resend' toolbar button. The Express Card number and message will be populated in the send area below. Press the 'Send' button to send the message again. Sending TXT Messages • While using the V640, to send a text message to: o a US-based wireless number, enter: +, 1, then the wireless number. o a wireless number outside the US, enter: +, 011, the country code, then the wireless number.
VZAccess Manager Preferences WWAN Settings To access the WWAN preferences, click on the "Tools" menu, then "Preferences...." Connect Options The "Set Options..." Button: This is used to set various connect options. See below. Automatically Connect: If desired, you can select to have VZAccess Manager automatically connect at application startup. "Do not allow connectivity when roaming:" Enabling this option will prevent you from connecting when roaming. This option is disabled if using NDIS mode.
Show non-wireless accounts in list: If you select this option, all of your dial-up accounts will show up in VZAccess Manager's list of accounts, allowing you to use VZAccess Manager to launch them instead of Dial-Up Networking. With this option unchecked, the only connections that are displayed in VZAccess Manager's list of accounts are Verizon Wireless connections and any other connections you have created.
The "Set Options" Button & Its Dialog The Connect Tab When you select the "Set Options" button from the screen above, the following options appear ("Tools," "Preferences," "WWAN tab," "Set Options. . . "): Do not open my browser: With this option selected, when you connect to a WWAN network, VZAccess Manager will not automatically launch your default web browser.
Run program on connection: This allows automatically running a program when you use VZAccess Manager , to browse to the desired application you want to to connect to a WWAN network. Select the browse button, run when you connect to a WWAN network using VZAccess Manager. The application will run for all WWAN connections made from VZAccess Manager. The VPN Tab The following options exist on the VPN tab ("Tools," "Preferences," "WWAN" tab, "Set Options. . .
Lock code: Enter your 4 digit lock code (The default lock is the last four digits of your device's phone number) and select OK to lock or unlock the wireless device. Warning: If you plan to use this device feature, we recommend you change your lock code to a new number. Change Lock Code: This is used to change the 4 digit lock code on the Express Card Current lock code: Enter your current 4 digit lock code. New lock code: Enter your new 4 digit lock code.
Wireless adapters: In the rare case you have more than one Wi-Fi adapter, you can select the Wi-Fi adapter you are using. If your adapter does not appear, try upgrading to the latest available drivers from the Wi-Fi device manufacturer. Automatically connect to preferred networks: If desired, you can select to have VZAccess Manager automatically connect to your preferred Wi-Fi networks when they are detected.
Note that with certain Wi-Fi adapters the signal strength for Wi-Fi networks is not accurate until you connect to the network. Edit: If you select a connection in the Preferred Network list, the Edit button will become active. Pressing it will provide you with three additional tabs that will be discussed below. Remove: This will remove any other Wi-Fi networks you have added or connected to in the past. Just select the network, then select "Remove.
Do not open my browser: With this option selected, when you connect to a Wi-Fi network, VZAccess Manager will not automatically launch your web browser. Open my browser to my default home page: With this option selected, when you connect to a Wi-Fi network VZAccess Manager will automatically launch your web browser and your default home page will load.
VPN Client: VZAccess Manager automatically detects if certain VPN clients like Microsoft, Cisco, CheckPoint, etc are installed on the computer and allows you to select the one you wish to use. Check with your network administrator to setup your VPN connection.
Network Display Options Only show preferred wireless networks at start up: This only applies to Wi-Fi networks. If checked, at startup, only networks in your Preferred list on the Wi-Fi tab are displayed (networks you have connected to in the past) otherwise, all detected networks are displayed. Display advanced Wi-Fi network information: This only applies to Wi-Fi networks. If checked, additional information will be displayed for Wi-Fi networks such as the channel, MAC address and type of security.
Additional Notes: • For Wi-Fi, Passwords, and VPN options see section on Wi-Fi Specific Settings. • For WWAN options see the section on WWAN Specific Settings. Venturi Preferences The Venturi tab will only appear if the Venturi client has been installed. To access the Venturi preferences, click on the "Tools" menu, then "Preferences...." and select the "Venturi" tab.
Unselecting "Compress and accelerate WWAN connections" will cause VZAccess Manager to no longer toggle the Venturi compression software on and off when using BroadbandAccess or NationalAccess. The recommendation is to leave this option selected because it helps in most cases. There are some rare situations where you may get better performance by turning the compression software off, so the option is available. You can also control the compression client through its user interface.
Confirmations The following confirmation dialogs can be turned on or off: • Warn before deletion of messages • Confirm deletion of messages • Confirm sent messages Updates Settings To access the Updates preferences, click on the "Tools" menu, then "Preferences..." and select the "Updates" tab. This feature allows VZAccess Manager to automatically check for software updates. If an update is available, you will be notified of it's size and approximate download times.
Additional Features In addition to the basic features mentioned in previous sections, VZAccess Manager has the additional features listed below. The Status Bar The details of your current connection can be seen in the status bar at the bottom of the VZAccess Manager interface. This status bar is always visible when the interface is fully expanded. For information on minimizing the VZAccess Manager interface, see the section "Minimizing the Interface.
New TXT If your device supports TXT messaging, an icon appears on the status bar to show that you have a new TXT message waiting. Double click on the icon to jump to the TXT view to see the message. Throughput The amount of data that you have sent and received since the current network connection was initiated can be seen by holding the mouse over the green up and down arrows on the right side of the status bar.
To view only the connection history of a specific network type, check the "Selected connection" checkbox and select the desired type from the drop-down list. To view only the connections made during a specific interval, check the "Date range" checkbox and specify the date in the "From:" and "To:" fields. To export this log as a CSV file, click the Export button that is immediately above the log. To clear the log, press the Clear button. Note that clearing the log cannot be undone.
The Tools Menu Preferences...: Provides access to the Preferences dialog box. For details, please refer to the VZAccess Manager Preferences section. Control Panels From this menu you have access to your system's "Modem," "Network and Dial-Up Connections," and "Internet" control panels. You can also see all control panels by selecting "All." Dial-Up Accounts: Add, edit, or copy wireless dial-up accounts. • Add Wireless: This is used to create a wireless dial-up connection from scratch.
The Help Menu Contents: Launches this help file. You can also access this help file from your installation CD. Check for Updates: Can be used with any connection to the Internet to check for software updates for VZAccess Manager. Note: If downloading an update wirelessly, normal usage charges apply - see Update Options in Setting Your Preferences. Device Support Page: Takes you to the Verizon Wireless device support page that contains information about wireless devices, useful tips and hardware manuals.
Settings in other Applications This section describes special settings that might be required to use them over the Verizon Wireless network. Sync Applications Palm Incorporated's HotSync® and Microsoft Corporation's ActiveSync® are used for Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs). These programs are used to synchronize files between a notebook or desktop PC and the PDA. These programs may conflict with your WWAN device.
Proxy settings if using Internet Explorer (version 5 and newer) If you are using proxy settings, when connected to a corporate network via your Network adapter, they will be entered under LAN settings. These settings apply to devices that appear to windows as Network adapters - this includes Wi-Fi adapters as well as your Network adapter. You can access the LAN Settings by doing the following: Step 1: In Internet Explorer, select "Tools," "Internet Options.
Step 3: If you are only using Wi-Fi connections without VPN and you want to access the Internet directly, you would uncheck the first three options to turn proxy settings off. If using VPN and if the settings are present you would leave them. To restore the settings you would navigate back to this screen and recheck any boxes you had unchecked. If using a WWAN device, BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess have no proxy settings associated with them from within VZAccess Manager by default.
Step 5: The settings will be displayed. You can now enter the same proxy settings you recorded in Step 3, if you desire to use VPN and your proxy settings with these connections. If necessary also enter the information recorded from the screen that appears after selecting the "Advanced" button. To disable proxy settings for these connections you would have to uncheck the "Use proxy server . . ." box. Proxy settings must be disabled to access the Internet directly when using these connections without VPN.
Proxy Settings if using Internet Explorer 4.x: In Internet Explorer 4.x, proxy settings are global and have to be turned off when accessing the Internet directly through BroadbandAccess or NationalAccess and back on if required by your company when using their network to access the Internet or when using VPN. Step 1: Right-click on the Internet Explorer icon and go to properties (or if Internet Explorer is already open go to View then Internet Options...). Step 2: Click on the "Connection" tab.
When you wish to access the Internet through your corporate network proxy server, you must repeat these steps, checking the box labeled "Access the Internet using a proxy server." If your proxy setting is incorrect for the connection you are using, you will get an error whenever you try to go to any site. Proxy Settings if using Netscape Navigator 4.0 and higher: In Netscape Navigator 4.
Step 3: The first time you run AOL (version 9), after setting your wireless Express Card up as a modem, you may get the following screen; select OK to proceed. Step 4: AOL will attempt to detect how it might be able to connect.
Step 6: From the sign on screen select Sign On Options Step 6: Select Expert Setup 64 AUTHOR: ISMS: V640_UGcontent_rev1[B]
Step 7: Select Add Location Step 7: For the location name enter Verizon Wireless and then select Next.
Step 8: If "Other Dial-up ISP or LAN" is available select it then select Next and go to Step 10. If this option is not available, select "(Manually add a connection device)" and then select Next. Step 9: Select "Other Dial-up ISP or LAN" then select Next.
Step 10: Select Next. Step 11: Select Next.
Step 12: Even though AOL reports the location has been created, you must click on "Sign On to AOL Now" to save the changes. Since you are not actually connected to the Internet, AOL will not actually be able to sign on, but it will save your changes.
Step 13: Select Close when you get the following error message. This completes configuring AOL to work with any connection to the Internet, including BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess. Using AOL Version 9 with your Mobile Office Connections To use AOL with the Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess or NationalAccess, select the desired connection from VZAccess Manager's main window and select "Connect." Once connected, launch AOL. From your sign on screen, select "Verizon Wireless" for the location and sign on.
Using E-mail with VZAccess POP3 E-mail You can use BroadbandAccess or NationalAccess to access your POP3 e-mail account if your e-mail provider allows access through other providers (many do). If your provider restricts access to their outgoing mail server you will get an error message similar to the one below if you are attempting to send mail. Most send mail servers are not accessible from various connections to the Internet.
Step 3: Select the "Servers" tab. In the "Outgoing mail (SMTP):" field enter "smtp.vzwmail.net" without quotes. In the "Outgoing Mail Server" section at the bottom, select "My server requires authentication," then select "Settings." Step 4: Select "Log on using," then using the 10-digit mobile number you used to establish your profile at www.vtext.com, enter the 10-digit mobile number@vzwmail.net for the account name (i.e. 6145551212@vzwmail.net).
"Remember password." Select "OK," "Apply," "OK," "Close" to get back to the Outlook Express® main screen. It may take up to two hours for your www.vtext.com credentials to be valid on the smtp.vzwmail.net server. Once they are valid, you should be able to send mail using the Verizon Wireless Send Mail Server (also referred to as a SMTP Simple Mail Transport Protocol Server), when you are connected to the Internet, wirelessly or via other means.
Technical Support Data Technical Support For additional information and technical support for VZAccess Manager and Verizon wireless devices, you can visit Verizon's Data Technical Support page at: http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/support/data.jsp. Troubleshooting V640 The following tips will help solve many common problems encountered while using the V640: • Make sure you are using the appropriate card in the correct geographic region: a BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess card in the US.
My computer locks up or crashes when attempting to connect: • Refer to your computer manual for help in managing your serial COM ports and USB ports, to resolve potential resource conflicts. • Exit any applications that may use serial ports or USB ports, that might be causing a conflict and try again. • While trying to use your WWAN Express Card, remove any unrelated Express Card (PCMCIA) modems from your computer. Wi-Fi When installing VZAccess Manager, it was not able to find the Wi-Fi device.
tab. The "Address type" should show "Assigned by DHCP." If it shows "Automatic Private Address" you have not been assigned an IP address from the Wi-Fi network. Select "Release," then "Renew." • Try selecting "Disconnect" and then connect again. I can receive e-mail but cannot send e-mail using my e-mail program. Some Internet Service Providers require that you be connected through them to access their mail server to send email. See section on E-mail Options.
This tool displays signal strength, all relevant IP address information with additional details by selecting "Details." It also provides the ability to release your existing IP address and request a new one by selecting "Release," then "Renew." This procedure is a common troubleshooting step as explained in some of the symptoms and solutions listed above. The "Details. . .
Product Specification Technical specification This section outlines the technical and environmental specifications of your V640 TABLE 1 Name: Verizon Wireless V640 Model: NRM–V640 Approvals: FCC (North America); Dimensions: Length: 112mm, Width: 34mm, Depth: 5mm Wireless Network – Dual Mode: CDMA 1X/EV-DO Express Card Standard: Type II Express Card 5V TABLE 2 Technology: CDMA Band Designation: 1X/EV-DO: 800/1900 MHz Transmit Band: 824.7-848.31MHz/1851.25-1908.75MHz Receive Band: 869.
Safety and regulations This section will inform you of the important safety measures you should be aware, including the standards that the modem complies to. Wireless communications IMPORTANT NOTICE Due to the transmission and reception properties of wireless communications, data can occasionally be lost or delayed. This can be due to the variation in radio signal strength that results from changes in the characteristics of the radio transmission path.
• While operating a vehicle o • The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate a wireless data device while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some countries, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) o Electrical and electronic devices are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Regulatory notices Federal Communications Commission Notice (FCC -- United States) Electronic devices, including computers and wireless modems, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are therefore subject to FCC rules and regulations. This equipment has been tested to, and found to be within the acceptable limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Before this device is made available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations (for example, at the ear or worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model. THE FCC HAS GRANTED AN EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR THIS WIRELESS MODEM WITH ALL REPORTED SAR LEVELS EVALUATED AS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE FCC RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.
Limited Warranty and Liability Warranty Period: Products & Accessories - 90 days (in each case from the date of invoice). Novatel Wireless warrants that during the Warranty Period the Product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Glossary 1xRTT Short for single carrier (1x) Radio Transmission Technology. A high speed wireless technology based on the CDMA platform. 1xRTT has the capability of providing broadband-like speeds of up to 144 Kbps. 1xRTT is also referred to as CDMA2000. 1xEVDO Part of a family of CDMA2000 1x digital wireless standards. 1xEVDO is a "3G" standard. EVDO stands for "EVolution, Data-Optimized.
HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol ISP Internet Service Provider IP Internet Protocol. The mechanism by which packets are routed between computers on a network. Kilobyte 1024 bytes Kbps Kilobits per second – rate of data flow LSP Layered Service Provider – a Microsoft feature LAN Local Area Network. A data network confined to limited area with moderate to high data rates. Does not use common carrier circuits, although may have gateways or bridges to other public or private networks.
Proxy A firewall mechanism that replaces the IP address of a host on the internal (protected) network with its own IP address for all traffic passing through it. Serial Connection A network connection established by a serial device such as a modem. Serial communication between your PC and modem or other serial devices adhere to the RS-232 standard. SMS Short Messaging Service. Short text messages of generally no more than 140-160 characters sent and received by wireless devices.
WCDMA is being deployed in the all-new 2100 MHz frequency band. In North America, WCDMA is being deployed in the existing 1900 MHz (PCS) and 850 MHz (cellular) bands. WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy. A security protocol for wireless local area networks (WLANs) defined in the 802.11b standard. WEP is designed to provide the same level of security as that of a wired LAN. Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity. A generic term used to describe any type of 802.11 (a, b, g) network.
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