User guide

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2.4 Low Power Mode (Standby Mode)
With no WiFi device connected the wireless router will go into low
power mode after 10 minutes.
•The display will extinguish, the WiFi SSID broadcast will switch off.
• Press the Power or WPS key to exit from Low Power Mode.
•To operate as ‘always on’ make sure there is a WiFi device
connected that does not itself go into sleep mode.
•Note: If the device is powered off and charging (power lead
connected) then the charging animation will stop when fully
charged.
2.5 Network Lock
•Your wireless router is locked to the Virgin network.
•When you insert a non-Virgin SIM card you are presented with
unlock instructions in the web interface (http://virginmf.com)
•Contact Virgin to obtain your 16 digit unlock code.
•An unlocking fee may apply.
•5 incorrect attempts will block the unlock process and the device
will then only work with an Virgin SIM card.
•Contact Virgin for more information.
2.6 Connecting an External Antenna
An external antenna may be recommended in areas of lower
coverage to improve your modem performance. TS9 termination
antennas are available from your retailer. Insert the connector
carefully to avoid damage.
3 USING THE WIRELESS ROUTER
3.1 Preparation
Before using the wireless router, make sure that:
•The (U)SIM card is inserted.
•The device is On and the display is visible.
•Search for available Wireless Networks on your computer and
connect.
Example for Windows XP: Start > Network Connections > Wireless
Network Connection > Select the Virgin WiFi Wireless Network and
click Connect.
•Enter the default security key exactly as shown on the sticker
under the battery. Your security key is case sensitive, be sure to
use the correct text.
3.2 Login to the Web based User Interface
The router will work out of the box using the default settings.
If you wish to change any settings please log onto the router using
a standard browser:
•Use your computer to Search and Connect to the Virgin WiFi
Network.
•Open a web browser and enter http://virginmf62.com in the
address bar.
•Enter ‘admin’ into the administrator password box then
press Login