User Guide AirCard W801 Mobile Personal Hotspot www.sierrawireless.
Table of Contents Welcome to Your Device Introducing the Device Components of your device 3G and 4G Networks Upload and download speeds 9 9 9 10 10 Package Contents Care and Maintenance About This Guide Getting Started With Your Device System Requirements 10 10 11 11 11 Installing and Setting up the Device Setting Up the Device Change Password/Settings 14 14 15 Wi-Fi Security Options (Popup Window) Wi-Fi Security Options, Expanded (Popup Window) Your Device is Now Restarting 16 16 17 Activating and
Contents microSD Card Slot Battery 27 27 Replacing the Battery 27 Reset Button Resetting the Router Component to Factory Default Settings 28 28 Home Page - the Information Center for Your Device and Internet Connection 30 Displaying the Home Page of the Device 31 Logging In 31 Enabling Automatic Login ("Remember Me") Vertical row (of icons and text) 32 Signal Information Mobile Broadband Information and Settings Configuring the 3G/4G Connection Preferences 3G Roaming Information and Settings Alert
Contents Wi-Fi Password Reminder Enabling the Wi-Fi Password Reminder Data Connections Launching a Network Connection Ending a Connection Battery Information and Settings Standby (Low Power) Mode Low Battery Alert Setting the Alert From the Home Page Setting the Alert From the Advanced Settings Window Critical Battery Level Alert microSD Card Things You Must Do Before You Can Use the microSD Card Slot Enabling the microSD Card Slot Setting Up Access to the microSD Card microSD Shared Folder Name Insertin
Contents 3G Network Update Available (Alert) GPS Privacy Agreement (Alert) SD Card Error (Alert) Software Update Available (Alert) Viewing Device Information Viewing 3G Activation Information Viewing Logs System Events 54 54 55 55 55 56 57 57 Enabling/Disabling Logging of System Events Exporting System Events Clearing the Log (System Events) 57 57 57 Connection History Enabling/Disabling Logging of Connect/Disconnects Exporting the Connection History Clearing the Log (Connection History) Setting the M
Contents Update Failed LCD Is Dark Insufficient Signal Strength Location Services Aren’t Working or Don’t Seem to Be Available GPS Fix Not Available WiFi Cannot Check for Updates Contacting Customer Service 65 65 66 66 66 66 66 66 Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information Technical Specifications LED Operation Radio Frequency and Electrical Specifications Software Specifications Environmental Specifications Mechanical Specifications Regulatory Information Regulatory Notices Patents Trademarks
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CHAPTER 1 Welcome to Your Device Welcome to Your Device Your AirCard W801 device allows you to easily connect to the Internet and to share your 3G/4G connection with others. This user guide describes how to set up your device and use the Web application to: l View the status of your device. l View and change the settings of your device and the Web application. It also describes your device (its various connectors and buttons).
CHAPTER 1 Welcome to Your Device AirCard W801 device. l 3G modem The 3G modem connects your AirCard W801 device to the Internet via the 3G network. l 4G modem The 4G modem connects your AirCard W801 device to the Internet via the 4G network. l Router The router handles traffic between the 3G/4G modems, your AirCard W801 device, and the WiFi network. 3G and 4G Networks These wireless networks connect you to the Internet.
CHAPTER 1 Welcome to Your Device l Protect the device from liquids, dust, and excessive heat. l Do not handle or operate the device while driving or operating a vehicle. Doing so may distract you from properly operating the vehicle. In some jurisdictions, operating communication devices while in control of a vehicle is a criminal offense. l Do not apply adhesive labels to the device. They may cause the device to overheat and may alter the antenna's performance.
CHAPTER 1 Welcome to Your Device l n Apple Safari (version 2.0 or higher) n Opera version 9.64 If you'll be connecting the AirCard W801 device through USB: n Computing device running Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac n USB 2.
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CHAPTER 2 Installing and Setting up the Device Installing and Setting up the Device Setting Up the Device To set up your device: 1. Ensure you are in the CarrierName 3G or 4G coverage area (not roaming). 2. If you have a LAN connection, disconnect it. 3. Ensure your computer's Wi-Fi is turned on. 4. Insert the battery into the AirCard W801 device (Sierra Wireless logo facing up). a. Insert the battery into the AirCard W801 device (Sierra Wireless logo facing up). b. Put the back cover onto the device. 5.
CHAPTER 2 Installing and Setting up the Device 6. Insert the charger into a power outlet. 7. Important: Charge the device until the battery icon is full ( ). 8. If the device LCD displays "Charging", "Charged", or "Powered off", press and hold, for two seconds, the power button . 9. Wait until the device LCD displays "Connect your computer to Wi-Fi network," followed by the network name (SSID) and password. This may take several seconds. 10.
CHAPTER 2 Installing and Setting up the Device l Wi-Fi security The default setting is WPA. To select another option, click the More options button. See "Wi-Fi Security Options (Popup Window)" on page 16. l Wi-Fi password The input rules for this field (for example, its length) are determined by the Wi-Fi security option (the previous item). (See the Help bubble that's displayed when you move the cursor to the WiFi password field.
CHAPTER 2 Installing and Setting up the Device Note: All the devices that are or will be connected to the AirCard W801 device must support the selected security type. The options are: l None No security (no password is required to access the Wi-Fi network); not recommended. Anyone may access your device and use your Internet connection (you are responsible for payment for data usage). l WEP-64 bit - Shared Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
CHAPTER 2 Installing and Setting up the Device 1. Wait until the device LCD displays "Connect your computer to Wi-Fi Network". 2. Connect your computer to the Wi-Fi network, using the information you've written down. If you don't know how to do this, see "Connecting to Wi-Fi" on page 42. 3. After the Wi-Fi connection was successfully established, click the Click here text in the window.
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CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Basics of Your Device Your AirCard W801 device connects to the Internet through 3G/4G. You can connect several computing devices to your AirCard W801 device—either all through Wi-Fi, or one through USB and the rest through Wi-Fi. The connected devices share your connection to the Internet. To view the status of the AirCard W801 device and your connection, view the icons and text on any of the following: l Device LCD l Home page.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Tip: Most of the icons and messages that are shown on the LCD are also shown on the: • Virtual Device. See "Virtual Device" on page 41. • Mini Window. See "Mini Window" on page 41. See also "Messages Displayed on the Device LCD" on page 64. The Hardware Power Button (on Device) Note: The power button of the device also acts as an LED/status indicator, and may or may not be lit; this indicates the power state of the device.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device If you do this to the power button The result is: : Press and hold for two seconds The device turns on (if it was off) or off (if it was on). Using the Power Button to Determine the Device State The power button of the device also acts as an LED/status indicator, and may or may not be lit; this indicates the power state of the device, as shown in the following table. Power button Description Your action a. The device is powered off, and may or may not be charging.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l The device has a charged battery inserted. l The device is connected to a charger or a computer (through the supplied USB cable), as shown in the following picture. 2. If the device LCD is not lit, press and hold, for two seconds, the power button on the device. Mute Switch The mute switch is located on the side of the device: Tip: You can also disable sounds through the home page. See "Sounds Information and Settings" on page 38.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l Connect a charger. See "Using the USB Charger" on page 24. l Connect the device to a computer (useful, for example, if the computer does not have Wi-Fi). See "Connecting Through USB Cable" on page 25. Charging the Device The AirCard W801 device has a battery, which you must periodically charge. You can continue using your device while it is charging.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device When the device is charged, the LCD shows: l (if the device is on) l and the message "Fully charged" (if the device is off). Charging Through a Computer Note: Charging through a computer usually takes longer than charging through a USB charger. To charge the device through a computer: 1. Ensure the computer is turned on. 2. Insert the wider end of the USB cable into the computer. 3. Insert the other end of the USB cable into the USB connector on the side of the device.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device TRU-Install TRU-Install™ is a Sierra Wireless feature that installs the necessary drivers the first time you connect the AirCard W801 device to your computer through the USB cable. An installation CD is not required. By default, TRU-Install is enabled. To change the setting: 1. Ensure you're logged in to the home page. 2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic. 3. Select a value for TRU-Install.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l In the vertical row of icons (down the left side of the home page), click the Wi-Fi Users icon (for example, ) and, in the window that's displayed, select Disable Wi-Fi when connected via USB. l Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network and set Disable Wi-Fi when connected via USB to On. microSD Card Slot The AirCard W801 device has a microSD™ slot that can be used, with a microSD card (sold separately), for file sharing/transfer or storage.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 5. Put the back cover onto the device. Reset Button The reset button is located on the back of the device, below the battery. The reset button is recessed, and is at the bottom of the hole located below and to the right of the battery compartment. For information on using this button, see "Restarting the Device" on page 1 and "Resetting the Router Component to Factory Default Settings" on page 28.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l Initiate the reset through the software. See "Resetting the Router Component to Factory Default Settings (Through the Software)" on page 1. l Press and hold the reset button (on the device) for five or more seconds. Details: 1. Remove the back cover of the device. 2. Find the small hole (~1 mm diameter), below and to the right of the battery compartment. The reset button is at the bottom of this hole. 3.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 5. Check the device LCD. If it displays "Reset to factory defaults? Press press the power button on the device. to accept", 6. Follow the instructions on the device LCD. Home Page - the Information Center for Your Device and Internet Connection The home page is the entry page of the Web application that lets you: A B C D l Display status information for your device and your data connection.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device A handy way to power off the device, especially if, for example, you're in an airplane before takeoff, and you need to power off the device, which is in your overhead bag. Available only if you're logged in. Disconnects a connection, or connects (if currently there's no connection). Available only if you're logged in.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 1. Ensure that nobody else is already logged in—other people can use the home page at the same time, but only one user can be logged in. 2. In the Admin Login section of the home page (located in the upper left area of the home page), enter the administrator password (1–20 characters/numbers). 3. Click OK. After a certain time, you will be automatically logged off (timeout security feature), unless you select Remember me (below the password field).
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device The window may display additional information; if you're logged in, most windows also display some configurable settings. Tip: A more complete set of configurable settings is available in the Advanced Settings window. Signal Information The signal strength icon is on the left side of the home page. Icon Description No signal Very weak signal The number of bars reflects the signal strength: the more bars, the stronger the signal. Excellent signal ...
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l The active network: the network that is currently being used for your data connection. For example: "4G" or "3G (EVDO Rev A)". l 3G and 4G status: n Connection status. For example: "Connected". n Brief description of the signal strength. For example: "Good signal (60%)". If you're logged in: Connection Preferences (see below).
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Note: To view alert information, you must be logged in. New alerts are checked upon device power-up. That is, if an event occurs, you won't be notified until the device is restarted. The alerts icon is on the left side of the home page. Icon Description No alerts are available. One or more alert is available. The text next to the icon indicates the number of alerts. When you click the icon, the Alert window is displayed. One alert is shown at a time.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l One-time—Use a single fix. Use this option if you’ll be using your device at the same location. l Continuous—Fixes are obtained on a regular basis. Also known as auto-tracking. Useful for navigation or turn-by-turn (TBT) applications (for example, driving directions). Get fix now—This button starts a one-time fix. Not displayed if GPS Mode (above) is Continuous or a GPS session is already in progress.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Disable Wi-Fi when connected via USB—Turns off the Wi-Fi of the AirCard W801 device when the device is connected to a computer through the USB cable. Only this computer will be able to use the device and connect to the Internet. Battery Information and Settings The battery icon indicates the state of the battery of the device. The text next to the icon displays additional information, for example, the charging status (% remaining or % complete).
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Internet Connection Information Note: Data usage amounts are approximate and should not be used for billing purposes. For accurate data usage amounts, check with CarrierName. When you click the data icon mation window is displayed.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device The icon is on the left side of the home page. Icon Description The device speaker is on. The device speaker is off. When you click the sounds icon, the Sounds window is displayed. The window displays: l Status of the device speaker (on or off).
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l Help—Open the Help system, display the important information booklet, or download the user guide. Admin Setup Button This button displays a window where you can change the: l Administrator password l Wi-Fi network name (SSID) l Wi-Fi security type l Wi-Fi password For more information, see "Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an Option".
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Feedback The Feedback button opens, in a new Web browser window (or tab), the online feedback site for the AirCard W801 device. Note: This button is available only when you're connected to the Internet. Virtual Device The right half of the home page contains an image of your AirCard W801 device. This is a "virtual device"; it reflects most of the icons and text displayed on the real device.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device The button is displayed if you're logged in and is shown below the virtual device (in the home page) and in the Mini Window. Power Off Button This button powers off the device. Note: You can power the device on only from the device itself. The button is displayed if you're logged in and is shown below the virtual device (in the home page) and in the Mini Window. Sharing Your Device Sharing Your Internet Connection For others to share your Internet connection: 1.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device password): Windows Windows: Use the software provided by the notebook manufacturer. Windows 7: Right-click the icon in the system tray. Windows Vista: Select Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Connect to a network. Windows XP: Select Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network Connections > View available wireless networks. Mac Choose Go > Utilities > AirPort Setup Assistant.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Launching a Network Connection After the AirCard W801 device powers on and boots up, a connection to the 3G/4G network is launched automatically, unless you've disabled Connect Automatically.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device n Longer Wi-Fi range n Shorter Wi-Fi range—You may want a shorter Wi-Fi range if, for example, you have a designated wireless area and you need to minimize the effect of your network on other networks in the vicinity Standby (Low Power) Mode When you're logged in, you can also set how soon the device goes into standby (low power) mode when no users are connected to it (Standby Timer). You can specify settings for when battery powered and AC powered.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Note: System alerts include several types of events, for example: • Critical battery • Critical temperature • Software update available • Network update available • Router settings reset • Device startup failure microSD Card See also: l "microSD Card Slot" on page 27. l "SD Card Error (Alert)" on page 55. l "SD Card Information and Settings" on page 38.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device a. Optionally, change the Set Guest Username and Set Guest Password fields (up to 20 characters each; spaces are allowed). b. Give the guest username and password to people whom you want to allow access to the card. microSD Shared Folder Name You can optionally change the name of the folder that the microSD card shows up as (in the file browser program); the default folder name is "shared". To change the shared folder name: 1. Ensure you're logged in to the home page. 2.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Mac Eject the drive. Other operating systems Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer. 3. Gently flip open the tab labelled "microSD" on the side of the device. 4. Using your fingernail or a thin blunt object, gently press the microSD card in and then release; it should partially pop out of its slot, as shown in the drawing above. 5. Remove the microSD card and store it in a safe place. 6. Close the tab over the microSD slot of the device.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Location Services See also: l "GPS Information and Settings" on page 35. l "GPS Privacy Agreement (Alert)" on page 54. l "GPS Fix Not Available" on page 66. Requirements for GPS Service To access GPS services: l You must accept the GPS privacy agreement. l GPS must be enabled. GPS services are not available if: l You are indoors. GPS receivers must be able to lock onto the global positioning satellites to accurately determine position.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device Opening a Web Browser Window Showing Your Current Location To open a Web browser window that shows your current location: 1. Ensure GPS is enabled. 2. Ensure you have a clear line of sight to the GPS satellites. 3. In the horizontal row of buttons (across the top of the home page), click the Map me ( ton. ) but- See also "Changing Your Mapping Service" on page 51.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 4. Ensure GPS Mode is set to Continuous. 5. In the Fix Rate field, enter a number between 1 and 999 (seconds). The smaller the number, the more up-to-date the location tracking will be, at the cost of shorter battery life of the device. Available only if GPS Mode is set to Continuous. Using Metric Units To use metric units in the display of location information (for example, speed, altitude): 1. Ensure you're logged in to the home page. 2.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l Manual—In the input field, enter the number of meters to which the data must be accurate. Note: If the value is very small (i.e. very high accuracy), the fix may fail. Updates Note: If a software update or 3G network update is available, the device LCD displays a message, and an alert is available from the home page. See "Software Update Available (Alert)" on page 55 and "3G Network Update Available (Alert)" on page 54.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 1. Log in to the home page. 2. Ensure you're connected to 3G/4G. 3. Click the Advanced Settings button. 4. Select Device > Basic. 5. Click the Check for updates now button. Text next to the button indicates whether updates are available. If updates are available, an Install now button is displayed. 6. If updates are available: a. Ensure your AirCard W801 device is connected to a charger or computer, through the USB cable. b. Click Install now to install the updates. c.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 10. If you want to confirm that the upgrade was successful, compare the current version information (in Device > About) to the values you wrote down earlier (before the upgrade). 11. If you've saved the current configuration, reload it. a. Next to the Import Router Settings field, click the Browse button and select the file you've saved. b. Click Import. 12. Reconnect to Wi-Fi. See "Connecting to Wi-Fi" on page 42.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 1. Ensure you're logged in to the home page. 2. Do one of the following: l In the vertical row of icons (down the left side of the home page), click the GPS icon ( ) and, in the window that's displayed, click View privacy agreement. l Display the GPS Privacy Agreement alert window. See "Alert Information" on page 34. 3. Read the agreement, and select I accept.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l Manufacturer l Model l Software Version. Firmware version of the router component of the device. l Router PRI version. PRI version of the router component of the device. The PRI (Product Release Instructions) is a file that contains the settings used to configure wireless products for a particular service provider, customer, or purpose. l ESN/MEID (3G).
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device l Activation date. Date that the 3G modem/account were first activated. l Network operator. The operator (carrier) that your device and account were activated for.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 1. Log in to the home page. 2. Click the Advanced Settings button. 3. Select Device > Log. 4. Ensure System events is set to Enable. 5. In the System events area, click the Clear log button. Connection History The connection history shows the time of connections to and disconnections from the Internet. Note: The connection history does not log the amount of data transferred.
CHAPTER 3 Basics of Your Device 4. From the Time acquisition method drop-down list, select CDMA or NTP. If CDMA is selected, time information is obtained from the CDMA (3G) network; this is more accurate than NTP, but requires CDMA (3G) coverage. If NTP is selected, the AirCard W801 device's clock is synchronized to a Network Time Protocol server on the Internet; not as accurate as when using the CDMA setting, but doesn't require CDMA (3G) coverage. Use this setting if you have 4G but no 3G coverage.
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CHAPTER 4 Resources (FAQs, Tips, and More) Resources (FAQs, Tips, and More) Online Help To display the online Help: 1. In the Web application, click the Help button and, from the menu, select Online Help. The Help system is opened in a new Web browser window or tab. You have several options to find the information you need: l Browse the Table of Contents.
CHAPTER 4 Resources (FAQs, Tips, and More) Questions about GPS and Location Services What is LBS? LBS (Location-Based Services) is used to provide enhanced Local Search functionality via internet mapping services. For more information, see "Performing a Location Search" on page 50. What is GPS? GPS stands for Global Positioning System, which is a system that uses a series of 24 geosynchronous satellites to provide location data. GPS satellites transmit signals to equipment on the ground.
CHAPTER 4 Resources (FAQs, Tips, and More) l If possible, place your devices so that the signal passes through open doorways or drywall, as opposed to concrete, brick, metal, walls with insulation, and so on. l If you cannot obtain service, contact Service_Provider—a network or account problem may be preventing you from obtaining service. Tips on Extending Battery Life To extend battery life: l When you're not using the device, power it off, or end the 3G/4G connection.
CHAPTER 4 Resources (FAQs, Tips, and More) 1. Ensure you're in 3G coverage and the signal strength is strong. 2. Power the device off and on. See "Powering the Device Off" on page 22 and "Powering the Device On" on page 22. 3. If the "Activation failed" message is still displayed, prepare the following, and contact CarrierName: l Your billing information. l ESN of the AirCard W801 device (displayed on the packaging, on the device [under the battery], and at Advanced Settings > Device > About).
CHAPTER 4 Resources (FAQs, Tips, and More) If the LCD is still dark, use the supplied USB cable to connect the device to a charger or to a computer. Insufficient Signal Strength If you have insufficient signal strength, the icon Insufficient signal strength may occur because: is displayed (on the left side of the home page). l You are outside the network coverage area. l Your device’s internal antenna is pointing in the wrong direction. l You are in or near a structure that is blocking the signal.
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CHAPTER 5 Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information Technical Specifications LED Operation See "Using the Power Button to Determine the Device State" on page 22.
CHAPTER 5 Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information Software Specifications Software Specifications CDMA (3G) specification Data service WiMAX (4G) specification Wi-Fi specification Wi-Fi security and encryption protocols SMS (IS-637) FAX IOTA OTASP (IS-683A, IS-683B, IS-683C) OTAPA PRL (Preferred Roaming List) Authentication Voice NAM Position Location TTY/Accessibility Mobile IP Network protocols (router) IS-2000 Release 0 IS-707A IEEE 802.16e-2005 IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.
CHAPTER 5 Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Notices The design of the AirCard W801 device complies with U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines respecting safety levels of radio frequency (RF) exposure for mobile devices, which in turn are consistent with the following safety standards previously set by U.S. and international standards bodies: l ANSI / IEEE C95.
CHAPTER 5 Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information 6,643,501 6,653,979 6,697,030 6,785,830 6,845,249 6,847,830 6,876,697 6,879,585 6,886,049 6,968,171 6,985,757 7,023,878 7,053,843 7,106,569 7,145,267 7,200,512 7,287,162 7,295,171 D442,170 D459,303 D559,256 D560,911 and other patents pending. This product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM® 3G. Manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its Licensees under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group.
CHAPTER 5 Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information Additional Information and Updates For up-to-date product descriptions, documentation, application notes, firmware upgrades, troubleshooting tips, and press releases, visit www.sierrawireless.com.
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CHAPTER 6 Safety Information Safety Information Safety and Notices Important Notice Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost.
CHAPTER 6 Safety Information l Do not short circuit the battery. l When replacing a battery, use the same model of battery that was supplied with the AirCard W801 device. l Follow local regulations when disposing of a used battery. l Avoid dropping the AirCard W801 device or the battery. If dropped and you suspect damage, take it to a service center for inspection.
Index 3 3G 3G Roaming Information window 34 activation failed 64 activation information, viewing 56 activation, initiate 54 data transmission rates 10 Mobile Broadband Information window33 overview 10 PRL version 56 3G Activation Required (alert) 54 3G Network Update Available (alert) 54 3G Only 34 3G Preferred 34 3G Roaming Information window 34 3G/4G Off 34 4 4G data transmission rates 10 Mobile Broadband Information window33 overview 10 4G Only 34 4G Preferred 34 69 A about this guide AC powered accoun
Index: Battery Information and Settings window – disposal of battery tips on extending battery life 64 Battery Information and Settings win37, dow 44 Battery or USB powered 37, 44 Better battery life 37, 44 billing and "always on" 62 billing cycle data statistics 38 Block (block a computer's access to the 36 Wi-Fi network of the device) box contents 10 browsers supported 11 buttons below the virtual device 41 top of home page 39 C care of your device 10 Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise Ratio 33 (CINR) CD
Index: document overview – humidity specification document overview download speeds drawing of hardware drop specification duration for full charge duration, session 11 10 21 69 68 38 E Ec/Io electrical specifications Electronic Serial Number (ESN) Enable GPS Enable SD Card environmental specifications ESN (Electronic Serial Number) exporting connection history system event log 33 68 56 49 46 69 56 58 57 F FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) FCC (regulatory) notices FCC ID feedback Firefox browser firmwar
Index: icons – network I icons home page (vertical row of icons and 32 text) LCD 20 important notice 74 improving signal strength 63 information about your device 55 installing the device 14 international access, allow 34 Internet Connection Information window 38 Internet Explorer 11 Internet Explorer cannot display the web-31 page IOTA 69 IP address WWAN, of the device 38 K knowledge base 64 L LBS (Location Based Services) 49 LCD dark 65 icons on LCD 20 not lit 65 LED (Power button on the device) descri
Index: network operator – Router setting reset 4G, overview active network protocols supported network operator network service activating Network Time Protocol (NTP) Network Update Available (alert) no service icon not connected notice, important notices regulatory NTP (Network Time Protocol) 10 33 69 56-57 18 59 39, 54 33 33 74 70 59 power settings tips on extending battery life 64 powering the device off 22 powering the device on 22 Preferred Roaming List (PRL) See PRL update update PRI version router
Index: RSSI (signal strength) – Update firmware from file RSSI (signal strength) improving insufficient viewing Rx (receive) frequencies 63 66 33 68 S Safari browser 12 Safari can’t open the page 31 safety and hazards 74 SD Card error (alert) 55 SD Card Information and Settings win- 38 dow search, location 50 Searching for Network 65 service icon 33 session duration 38 Set Guest Password (for microSD card 47 access) Set Guest Username (for microSD card 47 access) Set up my device 15 setting up the device
Index: updates – Your device is now restarting (window) updates 3G Network Update Available (alert) 54 automatically check 52 cannot check for 66 check now 52 firmware, upgrade from a file 53 overview 52 PRL 54 Software Update Available (alert) 55 upload speeds 10 usage guidelines for your device 10 USB charging the device 24 connecting the device to your com26 puter through USB location 23 location of USB slot on the device 21 power settings 37, 44 requirements 26 Wi-Fi, disabling when connected 26 throug
