User Guide
Overdrive™ 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot
by Sierra Wireless
www.sprint.com
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Table of Contents
1A. Device Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Your Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3G and 4G Networks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1B. Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2A. Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting Through USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Power Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
LCD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mute Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Section 3: Setting up the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
3A. Setting Up Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Section 4: Using Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4A. Connecting Through USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4B. Browser Interface Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Displaying the Home Page of the Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4C. Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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4D. Your Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4E. Vertical Row (of Icons and Text) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Mobile Broadband Information and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Sounds Information and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4F. Home Page Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4G. Using the microSD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
4H. Sprint Location Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4I. Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Manually Checking for Updates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Upgrading Firmware From a File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
4J. Viewing Device Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
4K. Reset Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Restarting the Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Section 5: Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5A. Power Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5B. Configuring the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Setting the LCD Brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
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5C. Enabling and Disabling the LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
5D. Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Low Battery Alert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
5E. Login Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
5F. Advanced Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
5G. Configuring the Wi-Fi Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
SSID (Wi-Fi Network Name) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Wi-Fi Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Host Name (Device Name). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Setting the Maximum Number of Wi-Fi Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
5H. Configuring 3G/4G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Viewing 3G Activation Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
5I. GPS Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Performance Setting (GPS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
5J. Configuring the Router Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Port Forward Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Port Trigger Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
DMZ Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Resetting the Software to Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
5K. Exporting and Importing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Exporting Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Importing Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
5L. Logs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Logs Available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Connection History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
System Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
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5M. Setup Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Section 6: Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
6A. More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Visiting the Sprint Website. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Contacting Customer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
6B. Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Is Roaming on 4G Supported? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Are Terminal Sessions Supported?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
6C. Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Extending Battery Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Device Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Improving Signal Strength. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Improving 3G Network Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Improving Wi-Fi Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Security Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Finding the MAC Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Finding the IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
6D. Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
General Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
LCD Is Dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Insufficient Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Cannot Connect to Wi-Fi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Cannot Display the Home Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Cannot Connect to the 3G/4G Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Sprint Location Services Aren’t Working or Don’t Seem to Be Available. . . .129
GPS Fix Not Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Cannot Check for Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Section 7: Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and
Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
7A. Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
LED Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
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Software Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Mechanical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
7B. Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Important Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Safety and Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
7C. Regulatory Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
7D. Legal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Patents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Additional Information and Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
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Section 1A
Device Basics
Your 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 browser interface to:
● View the status of your device.
● View and change the settings of your device and the browser interface.
It also describes your device (its various connectors and buttons).
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Your Device
The device provides a simple way to use your 3G/4G Internet connection with any Wi-Fi-enabled
device, and to share your Internet connection with friends and family.
Components of Your Device
Your device consists of these main components:
● Wi-Fi access point
The Wi-Fi access point connects your computers and other Wi-Fi-enabled devices to your
device.
● 3G modem
The 3G modem connects your device to the Internet via the 3G (CDMA 1X/EVDO) network
(more widely available, compared to 4G).
● 4G modem
The 4G modem connects your device to the Internet via the 4G (WiMAX) network (newer
technology and faster speeds, compared to 3G).
● Routing hardware
The routing hardware handles traffic between the 3G/4G modems, the Wi-Fi access point, and
the Wi-Fi network.
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3G and 4G Networks
These wireless networks connect you to the Internet. Depending on your coverage area, you may
have:
● Both 3G and 4G coverage
● Only 3G coverage
● Only 4G coverage.
Your device automatically connects to the fastest network that is available to you. If you have both 3G
and 4G coverage and your connection happens to get disrupted, your device can automatically
switch to the other network. For more information, see “Configuring the 3G/4G Connection
Download speeds
Actual speeds depend on several factors, including network conditions.
Wireless mode
3G (EV-DO Rev. 0)
3G (EV-DO Rev. A)
4G
Maximum downlink speeds
2.4 Mbps
Typical downlink speeds
400–700 kbps
0.6–1.4 Mbps
3 Mbps
10 Mbps
3–6 Mbps
Package Contents
Your package includes:
● Overdrive™ 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless
● Battery compartment cover
● Rechargeable battery
● AC charger with USB port
● USB to Micro B cable
● Get Started guide
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Care and Maintenance
As with any electronic device, you should handle this device with care to ensure reliable operation.
Follow these guidelines in using and storing the device:
● Protect the device from liquids, dust, and excessive heat.
● 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.
● Do not apply adhesive labels to the device. They may cause the device to overheat and may
alter the antenna’s performance.
About This Guide
This user guide is designed to provide you with all the information you need to install and use
your Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless.
Note: The printed Get Started guide that comes with the device should be sufficient for most installations.
● Chapter 1 (which you are reading) gives you an overview of the device.
● Chapter 5 describes advanced configuration of the device and the browser interface. (See
● Chapter 6 contains frequently asked questions, troubleshooting tips, and resources for getting
● Chapter 7 lists the electrical, radio frequency, and other parameters of the device for those who
require technical information, as well as safety information, regulatory information, and legal
page 131.)
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Section 1B
Getting Started
System Requirements
● One or more computers that support Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
● Web browser (required if you’ll be using the browser interface to view status and to configure
settings). The following browsers are supported:
Ⅲ Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher)
Ⅲ Mozilla Firefox (version 2.0 or higher)
Ⅲ Google Chrome (version 2.0.172.28 or higher)
Ⅲ Apple Safari (version 2.0 or higher)
Ⅲ Opera version 9.64
● If you’ll be connecting the device through USB:
Ⅲ Computer running Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac (OS X 10.4.x or higher)
Ⅲ USB 2.0 slot
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Battery
The battery compartment is on the back of the device. The battery is replaceable. (If you need a
Installing the Battery
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the battery into the device. Make sure the battery contact points are aligned with those
inside the battery compartment.
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3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
Connecting Through USB
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
Use the USB to Micro B cable to connect the device to your computer when:
● You want to charge the device, but you don’t want to use the AC charger, or the AC charger is not
available.
● Your computer does not have Wi-Fi.
To connect the device to your computer:
1. Insert the larger (USB) end of the USB to Micro B cable into the computer.
2. Insert the other (Micro B) end of the USB to Micro B cable into the USB connector on the side of
the device.
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Charging the Device
You need to recharge your device’s battery periodically. You can continue using your device while
it is charging.
To charge the battery, you have two options, as shown in the drawing below. You can connect the
device to an AC charger (faster way to charge). (See “Using the AC Charger with USB Port” on
page 12.) Alternatively, you can connect the device to a computer (slower way to charge). (See
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Using the AC Charger with USB Port
1. Insert the smaller (Micro B) end of the USB to Micro B cable into the USB connector on the side
of the device.
2. Insert the other end of the USB to Micro B cable into the AC charger.
3. Insert the AC charger into an electrical outlet.
When charging, the LCD shows
xx% complete.”
and, if the device is off, displays a message “Charging...
When the device is charged, the LCD shows:
●
●
(if the device is on)
and the message “Fully charged” (if the device is off).
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Charging Through a Computer
Note: Charging through a computer usually takes longer than charging through the AC charger.
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
Note: If you’re using Mac OS X 10.4.x, after you connect the device you may see a warning message that
your computer is running on UPS backup battery and that you should perform a computer
shutdown. You can continue with your work. To prevent this message from being displayed, install the
1. Ensure the computer is turned on.
2. Insert the larger (USB) end of the USB to Micro B cable into the computer.
3. Insert the other (Micro B) end of the USB to Micro B cable into the USB connector on the
side of the device.
When charging, the LCD shows the animated icon
.
When the device is charged, the LCD shows
.
Power Button
Turning Your Device On and Off
Turning Your Device On
1. Ensure that:
Ⅲ The device has a charged battery inserted.
— or —
Ⅲ The device is connected to the AC charger or a computer (through the USB to Micro B
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2. If the device LCD is blank, press and hold the power button
for two seconds.
Turning Your Device Off
ᮣ Press and hold the power button
for 2 seconds.
Using the Power Button to Determine the Device State
The power button
on the device also indicates the device’s status, as shown in the following table.
Description
Your action
Power button
To turn the device on, press and
The device is turned off, and may or
may not be charging.
hold the power button
seconds.
for two
Not lit
[OPTIONAL]: Turn on the LED. See
The device is turned on, but you have
turned off the LED.
The device is turned on, and the LED
is enabled.
Lit, flashing (approximately
every 4 seconds)
No action required.
To exit standby mode:
Connect the device to the AC
charger or computer, through the
USB to Micro B cable.
— or —
The device is in standby (low power)
mode.
The following are off: LCD, Wi-Fi
radio, 3G/4G radios.
For more information, see “Standby
Lit, flashing (approximately
every 30 seconds)
Press the power button
.
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Controlling the Device Using the Power Button
Type of press Result
● Removes device from standby (low power) mode.
● Wakes up (turns on) the LCD if the LCD was enabled but dormant.
(The LCD turns dark, after a configurable time of inactivity.)
Quick press
● Confirms or acknowledges a displayed message.
● Turns off display of the Wi-Fi network name and password.
● Wakes up (turns on) the LCD if the LCD was enabled but dormant.
(The LCD turns dark, after a configurable time of inactivity.)
Quick double-press
Long press (press and
hold for two seconds)
Turns the device on or off.
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LCD
If the LCD is not lit, see “Turning Your Device On” on page 13.
Interpreting the LCD
The LCD shows icons and text that reflect the status of the device and your connection.
A B C DE F
G
H
I
A
B
Signal strength
3G/4G status
C Roaming indicator
D
E
F
G
H
I
Alerts
GPS
Number of Wi-Fi users
Battery status
Device name. Message area.
Amount of data transferred; connection duration. Message area.
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Mute Switch
The mute switch is used to turn on or off sounds from the device. The mute switch is located on
the side of the device:
microSD Card Slot
Your device supports a microSD™ card (sold separately) for file sharing and transfer or storage.
The microSD slot is located on the same side of the device as the USB connector. Your computer
recognizes the microSD card as a removable storage device. The device supports microSD cards
up to 16 GB.
Note: Using microSD cards larger than 16 GB can cause data loss and damage your device.
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Section 3A
Setting Up Your Device
Setting Up Your Device on Your Account
Normally your device will be set up on your Sprint account at the time of purchase.
To verify that your device is set up on your Sprint account:
2. Confirm that the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot is on your account with a Mobile Broadband
connection plan.
If you don’t see your device listed, you will need to contact Sprint Customer Service to complete
following available before calling:
● Your Sprint account information.
● The ESN number of your device (displayed on the packaging, on the device [under the battery],
and at Advanced settings > Device > About).
Setting Up the Device
3. Plug the AC charger into an electrical outlet.
4. Important: Charge the device until the battery icon is full (
).
Connecting to the Network
1. Ensure you are in the Sprint 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.
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4. If the device LCD displays “Charging”, “Charged”, or “Powered off,” press and hold the power
button for two seconds.
5. 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.
6. On your computer, connect to the Wi-Fi network listed on the device LCD. If you don’t know
Wi-Fi network, the device LCD displays “Open any web page to continue setup.”
7. Open your Web browser. The “Welcome to your Overdrive” window opens.
Note: This window displays the administrator password and the address of the device home page. Please
remember this information or write it down in a safe place.
This window provides several options.
● To keep the default settings of the device, click one of the following:
Ⅲ The Internet (to start surfing)
Ⅲ My Overdrive’s home page (to view the device status, customize settings). Proceed to
● To change security settings, click Set up my Overdrive.
Changing the Password and Settings
During the device setup, you can select Set up my Overdrive to change the settings for the:
● Administrator password — This password is used to log in to the home page, where you can
view and customize your device settings. The default password is “password.” Choose
something easy-to-remember (yet not easily guessed by others). If you forget this password,
you’ll need to reset the device to its default settings and go through the device setup (as
Your administrator password must be 1–20 characters long.
● Wi-Fi network name (SSID) — This name is visible to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, and is used
to identify your Wi-Fi network. The length of the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) depends on other
settings of the browser interface. (See the Help bubble that’s displayed when you move the
cursor to the SSID input field.)
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● Wi-Fi security — The default setting is WPA. To select another option, click More options. See “Wi-Fi
● Wi-Fi password — The maximum length of this field is determined by the Wi-Fi security option (the
previous item). (See the Help bubble that’s displayed when you move the cursor to the Wi-Fi
password field.)
If you’ll be sharing your Internet connection with others, you’ll have to give the Wi-Fi password to
others; don’t use your banking or other important passwords. Also, don’t use a password that’s
easily guessed by others.
From this window you can also enable the Password Reminder feature, which is useful if you forget
Tip: Help information on each field appears (in a bubble) when you move the cursor into the field.
You can display this window any time, by clicking Admin Setup (
) in the browser interface.
After you change the settings and click Submit, the device restarts and displays updated information
on its LCD. Follow the instructions on the LCD, and proceed to “Your Device is Now Restarting” on
Wi-Fi Security Options
If you click More options (after having clicked Set up my Overdrive, during the device setup), a window
with four Wi-Fi security options opens.
Note: All the devices used with the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot must support the selected security
type.
Going from no security to stronger security, the options are:
● 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).
● WEP-64 Bit — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices. Recommended only if any
of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
● WPA-Personal — A strong security standard, supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
● WPA2-Personal — A stronger, newer security standard. Limited to newer Wi-Fi devices.
If the above options don’t meet your requirements, click I don’t see what I want....
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Expanded Wi-Fi Security Options
If you display the Security panel of the Wi-Fi tab of the Advanced Settings window or if you click
I don’t see what I want... (from the Wi-Fi Security Options window during the device setup), a
window with an expanded list of Wi-Fi security options opens.
Note: All the devices used with the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot must support the selected security
type.
The options are:
● 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).
● WEP 64 Bit - Shared — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Shared WEP uses the same key for encryption and authentication; some consider shared WEP
to be less secure than open WEP.
● WEP 128 Bit - Shared — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Shared WEP uses the same key for encryption and authentication; some consider shared WEP
to be less secure than open WEP.
● WEP 64 Bit - Open — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices. Recommended
only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Open WEP uses the key for encryption, but not for authentication.
● WEP 128 Bit - Open — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Open WEP uses the key for encryption, but not for authentication.
● WPA Personal - TKIP — A strong security standard, supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
● WPA Personal - TKIP/AES — A strong security standard, supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
● WPA2 Personal - AES — A stronger, newer security standard. Limited to newer Wi-Fi devices.
● WPA2 Personal - TKIP/AES — A stronger, newer security standard. Limited to newer Wi-Fi
devices.
● WPA/WPA2 Personal (recommended setting) — Wi-Fi devices that use either WPA or WPA2 can
connect to the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot. Supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
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Your Device is Now Restarting
The “Your device is now restarting” window opens if you’ve clicked Set up my Overdrive and then
clicked Submit.
The changes take effect after the device restarts automatically.
It’s recommended you write down the following information that’s displayed in the window:
● Wi-Fi network name
● Wi-Fi password
As described in the window,
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
3. After the Wi-Fi connection was successfully established, click the Click here text in the window.
Activating and Using Your Network Service
Note: If you’re able to connect to 3G, you are already set up to use Sprint service on the 3G network; no
Before using your device, you must have a Sprint wireless network account set up. The process of
setting up an account is called activation. When the device starts up, it will detect whether the device
has been configured with an account (“preactivated”). If it has not, the activation process starts
automatically.
In most cases, the activation process will be seamless, not requiring any action from your part; in
some cases, you won’t even see any activation-related messages displayed on the device LCD.
Initiating Activation of Your Device for 3G
In rare cases, the device LCD and the home page may indicate that activation is required:
● The LCD displays “3G Activation failed.”
● The home page displays the alert “3G Activation Required.”
Note: You will still be able to connect to the Internet, when you have 4G coverage.
To activate your device for 3G:
1. In the Admin Login section (in the upper left area of the home page), enter the administrator
password (1–20 characters/numbers). (The default password is "password".)
2. Click OK.
3. Click the alerts icon to display the alert window.
4. If more than one alert is available, use the
and
buttons (at the top of the alert window) to
browse to the “3G Activation Required” alert.
5. In the alert, click Activate now.
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Section 4A
Connecting Through USB
TRU-Install
TRU-Install™ is a Sierra Wireless feature that installs the necessary drivers the first time you connect
the device to your Windows or Mac computer through the USB to Micro B cable. (For details, see
“Making a Tethered Connection” on page 27.) 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.
Requirements for a USB Tethered Connection
Your device supports a direct connection through a USB cable to a Windows or Mac computer. (This
is commonly referred to as a “tethered” connection.)
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Making a Tethered Connection
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
device driver (see below). No installation CD is required — the device supports the Sierra Wireless
TRU-Install feature.
Note: If you’re using Mac OS X 10.4.x, after you connect the device you may see a warning message that
your computer is running on UPS backup battery and that you should perform a computer
shutdown. You can continue with your work. To prevent this message from being displayed, install the
Windows
To install the device driver on Windows:
1. Ensure the device is turned on.
2. Connect the device to your computer through the USB to Micro B cable.
3. If the TRU-Install window is not displayed, in Windows Explorer browse to the
entry (under My Computer), then browse to the Win folder and run Setup.exe.
— or —
If you’re running Windows Vista and the AutoPlay window opens, click Run setup.exe.
4. In the TRU-Install window, click OK.
5. Go through the installation of the Sierra Wireless USB driver. (Follow the instructions on the
screen.)
— or —
2. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
3. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
4. In the TRU-Install section, click Windows, to download the .exe file to your computer.
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5. Run the .exe file, and go through the installation of the Sierra Wireless USB driver. (Follow the
instructions on the screen.)
Mac
To install the device driver on Mac:
1. Ensure the device is turned on.
2. Connect the device to your computer through the USB to Micro B cable.
3. In the window that appears, double-click the .pkg file.
4. Go through the installation of the Sierra Wireless USB driver. (Follow the instructions on the
screen.)
5. When prompted for your password, enter your Mac password.
— or —
2. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
3. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
4. In the TRU-Install section, click Mac OS X, to download the file to your computer.
5. If the “Welcome to the Sierra Wireless Driver Installer” window isn’t automatically displayed,
double-click the file that you’ve downloaded.
6. In the “Welcome to the Sierra Wireless Driver Installer” window, click Continue.
7. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
1. Insert the larger (USB) end of the USB to Micro B cable into your computer.
2. Insert the other (Micro B) end of the USB to Micro B cable into the USB connector on the side of
the device.
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Section 4B
Browser Interface Home Page
The home page is the entry page of the browser interface that lets you:
● Display status information for your device and your data connection.
● Launch and end a network connection.
● Change the settings for your device and your data connections (if you’re logged in).
● Access additional resources (the user guide and the Important Information document).
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A
B
C
D
E
F
When you click an icon or the text next to it, a window opens to the right (see the screenshot on
page 41). The window contains additional status information and, if you’re logged in, commonly-
used configurable settings.
A
Use this area to enter the administrator password and log in. When you’re logged in, you can
change settings.
B
C
D
Clicking one of these buttons displays a window or a menu. See “Home Page Buttons” on
This is the Virtual Device; it reflects the status of your device. If you click the image, a movable
Mini Window is opened.
A handy way to turn the device off, especially if, for example, you’re in an airplane before takeoff,
and the device is in your overhead bag.
Available only if you’re logged in.
E
F
Disconnects a connection, or connects (if currently there’s no connection).
Available only if you’re logged in.
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Displaying the Home Page of the Device
Note: You can display the home page only when your device is turned on and you have established a
connection to it (through Wi-Fi or through the USB to Micro B cable).
To display the home page, type one of the following in the address bar of your Web browser:
● http://Overdrive
● SSID value (field in Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network and also in Advanced settings >
Router > LAN)
Note: If you’re using the Google Chrome Web browser, after typing in the address bar, press the Down
Arrow key and then the Enter key. (If you press only the Enter key, a Google search is started, using
the information you typed in.)
If your Web browser displays an error message, see “Cannot Display the Home Page” on
Logging On as an Administrator
You don’t need to log in to access and use the home page. However, when you’re logged in:
● Additional information appears in the window that opens when you click an item on the left side
● You can access the Advanced Settings window, where you can modify additional settings.
● You can rerun the device setup, if required (Admin Setup [ ]).
● You can install updates.
To log in:
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 (in the upper left area of the home page), enter the administrator
password (1–20 characters/numbers). (The default password is “password”. It’s
recommended you change the password, if you haven’t already.)
3. Click OK.
After a certain time, you will be automatically logged off (timeout security feature), unless you
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Virtual Device
The right half of the home page contains an image of your device.
This is a “virtual device” — it reflects most of the icons and text displayed on the real device.
Mini Window
If you click the virtual device in the home page, the Mini Window opens — an image of the device in a
separate Web browser window.
Similar to the virtual device, the Mini Window reflects most of the icons and text displayed on the real
device.
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To save space on your monitor, you can close the home page and move the Mini Window to the
side of your monitor. Then you can use the window to keep an eye on the status of your device
and connection. (To reopen the home page, click the Home link.)
If you’re logged in, the window has a Connect or Disconnect button, and a Power Off button.
Turning Your Device Off
● From the home page:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Power Off (below the Virtual Device).
● From the Mini Window:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Power Off.
Tip: You can also turn the device off by pressing and holding the power button
for 2 seconds.
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Section 4C
Alerts
The alerts icon indicates whether there are any alerts (messages that require your attention).
The icon is on the left side of the home page.
Click the icon to display the Alert window. If more than one alert is available:
● The higher priority alert opens.
● When you close an alert, the next alert opens.
● You can use the
and
buttons (at the top of the alert window) to view other alerts.
The options and instructions shown in the alert window depend on the alert event. Please read the
instructions carefully. They may state, for example, that you have to reconnect to Wi-Fi after an update
is installed.
3G Activation Required
If only 3G coverage is available, you won’t be able to connect to the Internet until 3G activation has
been completed.
To activate 3G on your device:
1. Ensure you have 3G coverage.
2. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
3. Click the alerts icon to display the alert window.
4. If more than one alert is available, use the
and
buttons (at the top of the alert window) to
browse to the alert.
5. In the 3G Activation Required alert window, click Activate now. (Activation is then performed over
the network; no user interaction is required.)
● If activation is successful, “Activation complete!” is displayed. You can now connect to the 3G
network. If the connection is not established automatically, click Connect on the home page or Mini
Window.
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● If activation was not successful, “Activation failed” is displayed. Retry the activation. If it is not
successful, prepare the following, and contact Sprint:
Ⅲ Your billing information.
Ⅲ ESN of the device (displayed on the packaging, on the device [under the battery], and at
Advanced settings > Device > About).
3G Network Update Available
The 3G Network Update Available alert appears if a PRL update or 3G profile update is available
for your device. The update may improve your 3G network service.
Note: During installation of the update:
• DO NOT turn off or unplug the device.
• Your 3G connection won’t be available. (Your 4G connection won’t be affected.)
To install the update:
1. Ensure you have 3G coverage.
2. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
3. Click the alerts icon to display the alert window.
4. If more than one alert is available, use the
and
buttons (at the top of the alert window)
to browse to the alert.
5. In the 3G Network Update Available alert window, click Update now.
GPS Privacy Agreement
The GPS Privacy Agreement alert appears if you haven’t accepted the GPS privacy agreement.
(You cannot use GPS until you accept the GPS privacy agreement and then enable GPS.)
To accept the GPS privacy agreement:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. 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.
— or —
3. Read the agreement, and select I accept.
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SD Card Error
If you’re having problems reading from the microSD card, or if the SD Card Error alert window opens
or the device LCD displays “SD Card error,” try the following:
1. Remove and reinsert the microSD card.
2. If the card is still not working, try it in the microSD slot of another computer.
If it works in the other device, the card slot on your device may have a problem.
If the card doesn’t work in the other computer, try one of the following:
Ⅲ Use a different microSD card.
— or —
Ⅲ Reformat your card.
Note: The formatting procedure erases all the data on the microSD card, after which the files CANNOT be
retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format the
microSD card.
Software Update Available
The update may improve performance and add or modify features.
Note: During installation of the update, your Internet and Wi-Fi connections won’t be available.
When the installation is complete, you will need to reconnect to Wi-Fi.
To install the update:
1. Ensure your device is connected to the AC charger or computer, through the USB to Micro B
cable.
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
2. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
3. Click the alerts icon to display the alert window.
4. If more than one alert is available, use the
and
buttons (at the top of the alert window) to
browse to the alert.
5. In the Software Update Available alert window, click Update Options.
6. Read the information in the Software Installation Options window.
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7. To install the update, click Download and install now.
— or —
If you are not in a strong signal area, make a note of the URL displayed in the window and
click I’ll get the update later. At a later time, access the URL to download the update to your
When the installation is complete, reconnect to Wi-Fi. See “How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi?” on
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Section 4D
Your Network Connection
Launching Your Network Connection
After the device powers on and boots up, a connection to the 3G/4G network is launched
automatically, unless you’ve disabled Connect Automatically.
You will need to manually launch a connection if:
● The connection was not successful.
● You’ve disabled auto-connect.
● You’ve manually ended a connection (by clicking Disconnect).
To launch a connection:
ᮣ Click Connect on the Virtual Device on the home page. (You must be logged in.)
— or —
Click Connect in the Mini Window. (You must be logged in.)
— or —
If the device LCD displays “Disconnected from 3G/4G network. Connect now?”, press the power
button
See also:
on the device.
Sharing Your Connection
For others to share your network connection:
1. Provide the Wi-Fi network name and password to them.
2. On their computer, users must connect to the Wi-Fi network of the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile
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Section 4E
Vertical Row (of Icons and Text)
The left part of the home page has a vertical row of icons and text, starting with the signal strength
indicator
.
mouse over an icon; the corresponding icon on the Virtual Device is highlighted.
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If you click an icon or the text, a window opens with additional information, as shown in the
following screenshot.
If you’re logged in, the window may also display configurable settings.
Note: A more complete set of configurable settings is available in the Advanced Settings window. See
Signal Information
No signal
Very weak signal
...
The number of bars reflects the signal strength: the more bars, the stronger the signal.
Excellent signal
Click the signal strength icon to display the Signal Quality window. The window displays:
● The active network: the network that is currently being used for your data connection. For
example: “3G (EVDO Rev A).”
● 3G or 4G status:
Ⅲ Connection status. For example: “Connected.”
Ⅲ Brief description of the signal strength. For example: “Good signal (60%).”
Ⅲ Tables that show the coverage type, RSSI, and Ec/Io (for 3G) or CINR (for 4G).
RSSI reflects the signal strength of the network.
Ec/Io is a dimensionless ratio of the average power of a channel, typically the pilot channel,
to the total signal power.
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CINR stands for Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise Ratio, and is a measurement of signal
effectiveness.
The first table also shows the type(s) of 3G service you have: 1X, 1xEV-DO, or both. (To
determine whether you have EV-DO Rev. 0 or Rev. A service, use the text near the 3G icon; see
Mobile Broadband Information and Settings
The 3G or 4G icon indicates the service and connection state. Note that only one icon is shown (the
active network).
You have no service. Try the suggestions in “Cannot Connect to the 3G/4G
or
You have service but are not connected.
or
or
You have service and are connected.
The text next to the icon displays the connection status, for example: “No service”, or “3G (EVDO Rev
A).”
Click the icon to display the Mobile Broadband Information window. The window displays:
● The active network: the network that is currently being used for your data connection. For
example: “4G” or “3G (EVDO Rev A).”
● 3G and 4G status:
Ⅲ Connection status. For example: “Connected.”
Ⅲ Brief description of the signal strength. For example: “Good signal (60%).”
● Connection Preferences (if you’re logged in).
Configuring the 3G/4G Connection Preferences
The value determines which network(s) to connect to, and in what order:
● 4G Preferred — Connection can be established to either 3G or 4G; if both are available, 4G is used.
This setting is recommended if your service provider has no data limit for 4G, but does for 3G, or
you want to take advantage of the faster data transfer speeds of 4G.
● 3G Preferred — Connection can be established to either 3G or 4G; if both are available, 3G is used.
● 4G Only — Connection can be established only to 4G.
● 3G Only — Connection can be established only to 3G.
If you don’t have 4G coverage, you can save power by selecting “3G Only.”
To automatically connect to the network upon loss of connection or when the device powers on,
select Connect Automatically.
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3G Roaming Information and Settings
The roaming indicator shows whether you are roaming. The text near the icon may indicate
additional details.
Not roaming
Roaming
Enhanced roaming indicator
[flashing]
Note: Roaming on 4G is not supported.
Click the roaming indicator to display the 3G Roaming Information window. The window displays:
● Roaming status.
● Allow 3G roaming field (if you’re logged in).
Ⅲ If you select this field, you can roam and connect when outside of Sprint coverage, but
additional charges may occur. (To roam outside of North America, you must also select
Allow international access.)
Ⅲ If you do not select this field, you can connect only when you're inside the Sprint coverage
area.
● Allow international access field (if you’re logged in, and subject to feature availability) — allows
roaming outside of North America.
If this field is displayed but not available, select Allow 3G roaming.
Alert Information
The alerts icon indicates whether there are any alerts (situations that require your attention).
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.
No alerts are available.
One or more alert is available.
The text next to the icon indicates the number of alerts.
Click the icon to display the Alert window.
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GPS Information and Settings
GPS is off (not enabled).
Before you can use GPS, you must accept the GPS privacy agreement and
GPS is on and available. (The GPS privacy agreement has been accepted,
and GPS is enabled.)
(flashing)
GPS is active (acquiring a location fix).
The text next to the icon displays the GPS status, for example: “GPS not enabled” or “GPS searching
for satellites.”
Click the icon to display the GPS Information and Settings window. The window shows the GPS status
and, if available, location information, including:
● Timestamp — indicates the time of the last fix.
● HEPE — Horizontal Estimated Position Error; it reflects accuracy (horizontal/vertical precision).
Note: For best results, minimize the number of obstructions between your device and the GPS satellites.
Configuring the Settings
When you’re logged in, the following settings are available.
View privacy agreement (link displayed if you haven’t yet accepted the GPS privacy agreement). You
cannot enable and use GPS until you accept this agreement. Click the link to view and then accept
the agreement.
Enable GPS — To use GPS and to configure other GPS settings, this check box must be selected.
GPS Mode — How often the device should obtain a fix.
● One-time — Use a single fix. Use this option if you’ll be using your device at the same location.
● Continuous — Obtain fixes 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). If you change the value from Continuous to One-time, you must
click Save before your changes take effect and the fix becomes possible.
Mapping service — The mapping service (for example, Google Maps or MapQuest) that displays the
GPS results (in a separate browser window).
Metric units — Specifies whether to use metric when displaying the GPS results (for example, the
altitude, speed, HEPE).
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Wi-Fi Users Information and Settings
The Wi-Fi users icon shows how many Wi-Fi users are connected to the device.
No Wi-Fi users are connected. (One user is connected via USB).
One user is connected via Wi-Fi.
The number indicates how many Wi-Fi users are connected.
Click the icon to display the Connected Users window.
Connected Users Information
When you’re logged in, the Connected Users window shows a table with information on
computers currently connected to the device.
A row may optionally show one or both of these icons:
●
— The user of this computer is logged in as administrator.
●
— This computer is connected to the device through the USB to Micro B cable.
MAC Address — Each wireless device has a unique MAC address (assigned by its manufacturer).
On Windows PCs, the MAC address is called the “physical address”; on a Mac computer, it is
Block — Used to block the computer’s access to the device. You might want to do this if:
● You don’t recognize a listed computer.
● You have lots of data to transfer (you want to be the sole user of the bandwidth).
● You’re approaching the data limit on your account.
Note: You cannot block the administrator. (The row for the administrator has the
icon.)
Max Wi-Fi users — Limits the number of Wi-Fi users that can connect to the device. A smaller
number improves performance and security.
Disable Wi-Fi when connected via USB — Turns off the Wi-Fi of the device when it is connected to a
computer through the USB to Micro B cable. Only this computer will be able to use the device.
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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).
Tip: You can also check the battery icon from the Home page, Mini Window, and device LCD.
Battery level is critical. Charge the device immediately. See “Charging the Device” on
No battery; connected to an electrical outlet (through the AC charger).
Connected to USB. Battery is either charging, or is not inserted.
Charging through the AC charger.
...
The more bars are shown, the more the battery is charged.
Battery is charged.
Click the icon to display the Battery Information and Settings window.
When you’re logged in, you can set the behavior for when the device is:
● Battery or USB powered. Choose one of the following:
Ⅲ Better battery life — At the cost of shorter Wi-Fi range.
Ⅲ Longer Wi-Fi range — At the cost of shorter battery life.
● AC powered. Choose one of the following:
Ⅲ Longer Wi-Fi range
Ⅲ Shorter Wi-Fi range — 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 the device is in standby (low power) mode, the 3G/4G modem radios, the Wi-Fi radio, and the
LCD are off, and the power button
is flashing.
When you’re logged in, you can set how soon the device goes into standby mode when no Wi-Fi
users are connected to it (Standby Timer).
You can specify different settings for battery power and AC power.
Note: This setting has no effect when the device is connected to a computer through the USB to Micro B
cable.
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To exit standby mode:
ᮣ Connect the device to the AC charger or computer, through the USB to Micro B cable.
— or —
Press the power button
.
Internet Connection Information
Note: Data usage amounts are approximate and should not be used for billing purposes. For accurate
data usage amounts, check with Sprint.
Click the data icon
displays:
to display the Internet Connection Information window. The window
● Data statistics for the current connection session:
Ⅲ Data sent
Ⅲ Data received
Ⅲ Total transferred
Ⅲ Session duration
● The WWAN IP address of the device — the external IP address of the modem [3G or 4G] (that is,
the IP address of the modem as seen from the Internet).
Viewing and Configuring Detailed Internet Connection Information
When you’re logged in, the Internet Connection Information window displays a table showing data
use:
● In the currently billing cycle. These numbers get automatically reset to 0 on the day selected in
the Starts on day list.
● Over the lifetime of the device.
● By network [3G/4G], and by sent/received/total.
From this window you can:
● Reset the data usage figures for the current billing cycle. (Click Reset.)
● Change the start day of the billing cycle (in the Starts on day list).
microSD Card Information and Settings
The text next to the microSD icon (
● Enabled
) indicates whether the card is:
● Detected
● Accessible by all (“shared”) or only the administrator
● Accessible with or without a password (security)
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Click the icon to display the SD Card Information and Settings window. The window displays:
● The card status (see the list on the previous page)
● Storage capacity of the card, and space available
When you’re logged in, you can:
Sounds Information and Settings
The sounds icon (
) shows whether the device speaker is on.
The device speaker is on.
The device speaker is off.
Click the sounds icon to display the Sounds window. The window displays:
● Status of the device speaker (on or off).
● If you’re logged in: check boxes to enable or disable sounds for the following events:
Ⅲ Internet connected
Ⅲ Internet disconnected
Ⅲ Low battery — Useful as a reminder to charge the device.
Ⅲ System alerts — When you hear the device beep, you can then use the device LCD or the
Note: System alerts include several types of events, for example:
• Critical battery
• Critical temperature
• Software update available
• Network update available
• Routing hardware settings reset
• Device startup failure
Ⅲ Wi-Fi user has joined — Useful, for example, to detect an unwelcome Wi-Fi user if you’re the only
one using the device.
Ⅲ Wi-Fi user has left
Ⅲ Last user has left — When you hear the device beep, you can turn off the device, if nobody will
be using it for awhile.
Tip: You can also disable all sounds through the mute switch on the device. See “Mute Switch” on page 17.
If you’ve enabled the sounds through the home page, but there are no sounds when an event occurs,
check the position of the Mute switch.
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Section 4F
Home Page Buttons
Buttons Along the Top of the Home Page
The top horizontal part of the home page has the following areas/buttons:
● Admin Setup — Rerun the device setup, for example, after you’ve reset the software to default
● Map me — GPS/Location Based Services.
Ⅲ Search for the closest gas station, restaurant, and so on, or do a custom search. See
● Help — Open the online Help, display the important information booklet, or download the user
guide.
Admin Setup Button
This button displays a window where you can change the administrator password, Wi-Fi network
name (SSID), Wi-Fi security type, and Wi-Fi password.
Advanced Settings
From the Advanced Settings window you can configure all the settings of the device and the
browser interface.
The Advanced Settings window has the following tabs; each tab has several panels.
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For most fields and buttons, contextual Help appears to the right of the window, when you move the
cursor over an item. For more information, see “Contextual Help in the Advanced Settings Window”
Accessing the Advanced Settings Window
To access the Advanced Settings window:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
Map me Button
The Map me button is used for GPS/Location Based Services: you can, for example, search for the
closest gas station, restaurant, and so on, or do a custom search.
Support Button
The Support button opens, in a new Web browser window (or tab), the online support site for your
device.
Note: This button is available only when you’re connected to the Internet.
Feedback
The Feedback button opens, in a new Web browser window (or tab), the online feedback site for your
device.
Note: This button is available only when you’re connected to the Internet.
Help Button
This button displays a menu with options to:
● Display the online Help.
● Download the user guide.
● View the important information booklet. This booklet contains regulatory notices, warranty, and
other information.
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Buttons Below the Virtual Device
Note: The buttons appear only when you’re logged in.
Connect/Disconnect Button
This button disconnects a connection, or connects (if currently there’s no connection).
Power Off Button
This button turns the device off.
Note: You can turn the device on by using the device power button.
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Section 4G
Using the microSD Card
Before Using the microSD Card Slot
Enabling the microSD Card Slot
Before computers can recognize the microSD card, you must enable the microSD slot on the device.
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. In the SD Card Information and Settings window or from Advanced settings > Device >
page 47.)
Setting Up Access to the microSD Card
If you’ve enabled access to the microSD card, you must also specify whether a username and
password are required to access the card.
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. In the SD Card Information and Settings window or from Advanced settings > Device >
microSD Card, under Username and Password Security, select one of the values:
Ⅲ To have no security, select None.
Anyone can use the card; no username or password is required.
Ⅲ To allow only the administrator to use the card, select Administrator Only.
When prompted for the username (when you try to use the card), enter “admin”. For the
password, enter the home page login password.
Ⅲ To allow non-administrators to use the card, select Administrator + Guest.
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3. If you’ve selected Administrator + Guest:
Ⅲ [OPTIONAL]: Change the Set Guest Username and Set Guest Password fields (up to
20 characters each; spaces are allowed).
Ⅲ 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.”
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > MicroSD Card.
3. In the microSD Shared Folder Name field, type the new name. (You can use up to 32 letters,
numbers, and spaces in any combination.)
Inserting a microSD Card
1. Gently flip open the tab labelled “microSD” on the side of the device.
2. Gently insert the microSD card (label facing up) into the slot on the side of the device, until
the microSD card clicks into place.
Note: If your microSD card has not been formatted, or is in a format that your computer does not recognize,
you may be prompted to format the microSD card. The formatting procedure erases all the data on
the microSD card, after which the files CANNOT be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data,
please check the contents before you format the microSD card.
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Removing a microSD Card
1. Ensure you and other users have completed any file transfers.
2. Gently flip open the tab labelled “microSD” on the side of the device.
3. 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.
4. Remove the microSD card and store it in a safe place.
5. Close the tab over the microSD slot of the device.
Accessing the microSD Card
If the microSD slot is enabled, an inserted card appears in your file browser as a shared network
drive.
The way to access the card varies, depending on your operating system.
Note: In the information that follows, <Hostname> is the value of the Hostname field (in Advanced
settings > Wi-Fi > Network and also in Advanced settings > Router > LAN).
Windows
1. In Windows Explorer or Internet Explorer, type one of the following:
Ⅲ \\Overdrive\
Ⅲ \\<Router IP Address>\ (field in Advanced settings > Router > LAN)
For example: \\192.168.0.1\
Ⅲ \\<Hostname>\ (For example: \\MyDeviceName\)
— or —
From the Windows start menu, click start > Run, and then type one of the following:
Ⅲ \\Overdrive\
Ⅲ \\<Hostname>\
2. Double-click the shared folder.
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Mac
1. In Finder, select Go > Connect to Server.
2. Type one of the following:
Ⅲ smb://Overdrive/
Ⅲ smb://<Router IP Address>/
Ⅲ smb://<Hostname>
3. When prompted, select the shared drive as the folder to mount.
Linux
1. Open the run menu (Alt+F2) or a file browser, and type one of the following:
Ⅲ smb://Overdrive/
Ⅲ smb://<Router IP Address>/
Ⅲ smb://<Hostname>/
2. Double-click the shared folder.
Other operating systems
Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer.
If security has been enabled for the microSD card, you will be prompted to enter the username
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Section 4H
Sprint Location Services
Requirements for GPS Service
To access GPS services:
● You must accept the GPS privacy agreement.
● GPS must be enabled.
GPS services are not available if you are indoors. GPS receivers must be able to lock onto the global
positioning satellites to accurately determine position. The number of obstructions present indoors
often makes accurate position determination impossible.
Enabling GPS
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the GPS icon
(on the left side of the home page) and select Enable GPS.
— or —
Click Advanced settings > WAN > GPS and select Enable GPS.
3. If the GPS privacy agreement opens, you must read and accept it.
Displaying Your Location Information
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Ensure GPS is enabled.
3. For best results, minimize the number of obstructions between your device and the GPS
satellites.
4. Click the GPS icon
(on the left side of the home page).
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5. In the GPS Information and Settings window, set GPS Mode to One-time, and click Get fix
now. (The top part of the window shows your location information.)
Tip: You can also display location information from Advanced settings > WAN > GPS — click Get fix
now.
Alternatively, you can view your current location in a Web browser. See “Viewing Your Current Location
Viewing Your Current Location in a Web Browser
1. Ensure GPS is enabled.
2. For best results, minimize the number of obstructions between your device and the GPS
satellites.
3. In the horizontal row of buttons (across the top of the home page), click Map me (
).
Performing a Location Search
To perform a search for establishments near your current location:
1. Ensure GPS is enabled.
2. In the horizontal row of buttons (across the top of the home page), move the mouse over Map
me ( ) to display a row of icons:
3. Click one of these icons to search for:
Text (search string) that you enter.
Sprint stores
Restaurants
Local hotels
Local banks (ATM machines)
Local gas stations
Local coffee shops
The results of the search are displayed in a new browser window or tab.
Note: If a window displays “GPS Fix in Progress,” please wait while your device obtains a GPS location fix.
When a location fix has been acquired, your Web browser will display the mapping results.
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Section 4I
Updates
Note: If a software update, 3G network update, or 3G profile update is available, the device LCD displays a
message, and an alert is available from the home page. See “Software Update Available” on
The updates may improve performance and add or modify features. The updates may include the
following:
● Device firmware
● 3G network update
● The browser interface
● Help files
● Other files
You can:
● Set the browser interface to automatically check for updates (see below).
Automatically Checking for Updates
To specify how often the browser interface checks for updates:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > Basic.
4. In the Check for Updates list, click a value.
Tip: When updates are available, an alert is shown in the browser interface. See “Alert Information” on
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Manually Checking for Updates
Note: During installation of the update:
• DO NOT turn off or unplug the device.
• Your Wi-Fi and Internet connections won’t be available.
When the installation is complete, you will need to reconnect to Wi-Fi. (See “How Do I Connect to
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Ensure you’re connected to 3G/4G.
3. Click Advanced settings (
).
4. Click Device > Basic.
5. Click Check for updates now. (The message next to the button indicates whether updates are
available.)
Installing the updates
If updates are available, after you’ve manually checked for updates:
1. Ensure your device is connected to the AC charger or computer, through the USB to Micro B
cable.
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
2. Click Update options.
3. Read the information in the Software Installation Options window.
4. To install the update, click Download and install now.
— or —
If you are not in a strong signal area, make a note of the URL displayed in the window and
click I’ll get the update later. At a later time, access the URL to download the update to your
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Upgrading Firmware From a File
Use this option when you have an updated firmware file that you’ve, for example, downloaded from
the Sprint or Sierra Wireless website.
Note: During installation of the update:
• DO NOT turn off or unplug the device.
• Your Wi-Fi and Internet connections won’t be available.
When the installation is complete, you will need to reconnect to Wi-Fi. (See “How Do I Connect to
To upgrade the device firmware from a file:
1. Log in to the home page.
3. Ensure your device is connected to the AC charger or computer, through the USB to Micro B
cable.
4. Click Advanced settings (
).
5. If you want to later confirm that the upgrade was successful, write down the current version
information (shown in Device > About):
Ⅲ Software version
Ⅲ Firmware version (in the 3G Information section)
Ⅲ Firmware version (in the 4G Information section)
6. Click Device > Basic.
7. [OPTIONAL]: Save the current configuration (recommended).
Ⅲ Click Export.
Ⅲ Save the file. Note the filename and path.
8. Click the Browse button next to the Update Firmware From File field, and click the firmware file to
upload to the device.
9. Click Update.
Please wait while the upgrade occurs; this may take several minutes. The device LCD shows the
upgrade status. The device will restart (possibly several times).
Once the upgrade is complete, the LCD device shows the usual icons and text (for example, the
device name).
10. Compare the current version information (in Device > About) to the values you wrote down in
step 5 to confirm that the upgrade was successful.
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11. If you’ve saved the current configuration, reload it.
Ⅲ Click the Browse button next to the Import Router Settings field, and click the file you’ve
saved.
Ⅲ Click Import.
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Section 4J
Viewing Device Information
To view information about your device:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > About.
Note: 4G information is not available if WAN mode is “3G only.” (WAN mode is in Advanced
settings > WAN > Setup.)
The following information is displayed:
● Model Number
● Manufacturer
● Software Version — Firmware version for the routing hardware of the device.
● Activation Status — 3G activated or not activated.
● Activation Date — Date that the 3G modem was first activated.
● Network Operator — The carrier that your device was activated for.
● Wi-Fi Firmware Version
● Router PRI Version — PRI version for the routing hardware 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.
● ESN or MEID (3G).
The ESN (Electronic Serial Number) is the unique first-generation serial number assigned to the 3G
component of the device.
The MEID (Mobile Equipment Identifier) is the unique second-generation serial number assigned to
the 3G component of the device.
● PRI Version — PRI version of the 3G component of the device.
● MSID (Mobile Station ID) — Also known as IMSI (International Mobile Station Identity) — an identifier
of a device on the 3G network.
● PRL Version — The PRL (Preferred Roaming List) is an account configuration item set by your
service provider. It controls the radio channels and network carrier used by the 3G modem. An
updated PRL may improve your 3G network service.
● Firmware Version — Firmware version of the 3G component of the device.
● MAC Address — MAC address of the 4G module. Each wireless device has a unique MAC address
(assigned by its manufacturer).
● Firmware Version — Firmware version of the 4G component of the device.
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The window also has buttons to:
● Save the information to a text file.
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Restarting the Device
Tip: Alternatively, you may be able to restart the device by pressing and holding the power button
on
the device for three to four seconds.
If the device or the home page seems to stop responding, you can reset (restart) the device:
1. Remove the battery compartment cover from the device.
2. Find the small hole below and to the right of the battery compartment. The reset button is
inside this hole.
Reset button
3. Insert a thin object (for example, the end of a paper clip) into the hole, and lightly press on
the bottom of the hole for about a second.
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Section 5A
Power Settings
Battery and USB Power Settings
You can specify the settings for battery power and USB power:
● Better battery life — At the cost of a shorter Wi-Fi range.
● Longer Wi-Fi range — At the cost of a shorter battery life.
To choose an option:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the battery icon
. The Battery Information and Settings window opens.
— or —
Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network.
3. Select an option in the Battery or USB Powered section.
AC Power Settings
You can specify the settings for AC power:
● Longer Wi-Fi range
● Shorter Wi-Fi range
To choose an option:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the battery icon
. The Battery Information and Settings window opens.
— or —
Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network.
3. Select an option in the AC Powered section.
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Section 5B
Configuring the LCD
Turning the LCD On or Off
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Display.
3. Set the LCD Backlight field to On or Off. (“Off” helps prolong the battery life, but you can’t
check the LCD for status icons and messages.)
Setting the LCD Timeout
Tip: Alternatively, you can permanently turn off the LCD, in which case it will never become lit and will not
To set the amount of time, after which the LCD of the device temporarily turns off:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Display.
3. Ensure LCD Backlight is set to On.
4. In the Turn Off Backlight list, click a value. (A smaller value helps prolong the battery life.)
Note: The LCD turns on if an important system event occurs.
Setting the LCD Brightness
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Display.
3. Ensure LCD Backlight is set to On.
4. Select a value for On Battery/USB Power. (A lower brightness prolongs the battery life.)
5. Select a value for On AC Power.
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Section 5C
Enabling and Disabling the LED
The power button
on the device acts as an LED/status indicator, and may or may not be lit. For
To enable or disable the lighting of the power button
1. Log in to the home page.
:
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Display.
3. Set the Power Button LED field to On or Off.
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Section 5D
Sounds
You can enable or disable sounds of the device through:
Enabling and Disabling Sounds for Specific Events
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Sounds.
3. Next to each of the event types, select Enable or Disable.
Sounds for the following events can be individually enabled or disabled:
● Low battery alert
Useful as a reminder to charge the device. In the Alert When list, you can select a battery level to
trigger the alert.
● System alerts
When you hear the device beep, use the device LCD or the Alerts window to get information
Note: System alerts include several types of events, for example:
• Critical battery
• Critical temperature
• Software update available
• Network update available
• Routing hardware settings reset
• Device startup failure
● Internet Connected
● Internet Disconnected
● Wi-Fi User Has Joined — Useful, for example, if you’re the only one using the device, to detect an
intruder.
● Wi-Fi User Has Left
● Last User Has Left — You can turn off the device if nobody will be using it for a while.
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Low Battery Alert
You can set an alert to sound when the battery level is low.
Setting the Alert From the Home Page
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the Sounds icon (
).
3. In the Sounds window, select Low battery.
Setting the Alert From the Advanced Settings Window
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Sounds.
3. For the Low Battery field, select Enable.
4. In the Alert When list, select the battery level to trigger the alert.
Critical Battery Level Alert
You can enable an alert to sound when the battery level is critical (that is, dangerously low).
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Sounds.
3. For the System Alerts field, select Enable.
Note: System alerts include several types of events, for example:
• Critical battery
• Critical temperature
• Software update available
• Network update available
• Routing hardware settings reset
• Device startup failure
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Section 5E
Login Settings
Changing the Administrator Password
Note: If you forget the Admin Login password, you’ll need to reset the device to its default settings and go
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
3. In the Admin Password field, type the new password (1–20 characters/numbers).
Automatic Login (“Remember Me”)
If you enable automatic login:
● Anyone who uses the computer will automatically be logged in to the home page (as long as
no one else has already logged in from another computer); entering the administrator
password is not required.
● The timeout security feature is disabled — you will never be automatically logged off.
To enable automatic login:
1. From the computer that you want to enable automatic login, log in to the home page.
2. In the login area, select the Remember me check box.
You can repeat the above steps on other computers; however, since only one administrator can
be logged in at a time, only the first person to display the home page will be logged in.
Viewing Computers That Are Set to Automatically Log In as Administrator
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
3. Next to Remember me Client List, click show list.
Disabling Automatic Login For a Specific Computer
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
3. Next to Remember me Client List, click show list.
4. In the row for the computer that you want to disable automatic login, click Remove.
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Section 5F
Advanced Settings
From the Advanced Settings window you can configure all the settings of the device and the browser
interface.
The Advanced Settings window has the following tabs; each tab has several panels.
For most fields and buttons, contextual Help appears to the right of the window, when you move the
cursor over an item. For more information, see “Contextual Help in the Advanced Settings Window”
Accessing the Advanced Settings Window
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
Device Tab
Basic Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
3. Click Device > Basic.
).
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:
● Enable or disable contextual Help in the Advanced Settings window (Help for Advanced Settings).
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● Enable standby (low power) mode (Standby Timer on Battery or USB and On AC Power). See
Display Panel
From the Display panel of the Device tab, you can configure settings for the device LCD.
To access this panel:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > Display.
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings:
● Lighting of the power button
microSD Card Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > microSD Card.
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:
● Status of the microSD card slot.
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Sounds Panel
From the Sounds panel of the Device tab, you can enable or disable sounds for specific types of
events.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > Sounds.
4. Next to each of the event types, select Enable or Disable.
Sounds for the following events can be individually enabled or disabled:
● Low Battery — Useful as a reminder to charge the device. In the Alert When list, you can select a
battery level to trigger the alert.
● System Alerts — When you hear the device beep, use the device LCD or the Alerts window to get
Note: System alerts include several types of events, for example:
• Critical battery
• Critical temperature
• Software update available
• Network update available
• Routing hardware settings reset
• Device startup failure
● Internet Connected
● Internet Disconnected
● Wi-Fi User Has Joined — Useful, for example, if you’re the only one using the device, to detect an
intruder.
● Wi-Fi User Has Left
● Last User Has Left — You can turn the device off if nobody will be using it for a while.
About Panel
To view information about your device:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > About.
Note: 4G information is not available if WAN mode is “3G only.” (WAN mode is in Advanced
settings > WAN > Setup.)
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The following information is displayed:
● Model Number
● Manufacturer
● Software Version — Firmware version for the routing hardware of the device.
● Activation Status — 3G activated or not activated.
● Activation Date — Date that the 3G modem was first activated.
● Network Operator — The carrier that your device was activated for.
● Wi-Fi Firmware Version
● Router PRI Version — PRI version for the routing hardware 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.
● MSID (Mobile Station ID) — Also known as IMSI (International Mobile Station Identity) — an
identifier of a device on the 3G network.
● PRI Version — PRI version of the 3G component of the device.
● ESN or MEID.
The ESN (Electronic Serial Number) is the unique first-generation serial number assigned to the
3G component of the device.
The MEID (Mobile Equipment Identifier) is the unique second-generation serial number
assigned to the 3G component of the device.
● PRL Version — The PRL (Preferred Roaming List) is an account configuration item set by your
service provider. It controls the radio channels and network carrier used by the 3G modem. An
updated PRL may improve your 3G network service.
● Firmware Version — Firmware version of the 3G component of the device.
● MAC Address — MAC address of the 4G module. Each wireless device has a unique MAC
address (assigned by its manufacturer).
● Firmware Version — Firmware version of the 4G component of the device.
The window also has buttons to:
● Save the information to a text file.
Log Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > Log.
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From this window, you can:
WAN Tab
Setup Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click WAN > Setup.
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:
● Active Network — Network that is currently being used for your data connection: 3G, 4G, or none.
● Network Operator — The carrier that your device was activated for.
● Session Duration — How long you’ve been connected to the network.
● Session Total Data — Amount of data transferred over the lifetime of the device (by network type)
and in the current session.
● WAN Mode — Network(s) to connect to, and in what order.
Ⅲ 4G preferred — Connection can be established to either 3G or 4G; if both are available, 4G is
used. This setting is recommended if your service provider has no data limit for 4G, but does
for 3G, or you want to take advantage of the faster data transfer speeds of 4G.
Ⅲ 3G preferred — Connection can be established to either 3G or 4G; if both are available, 3G is
used.
Ⅲ 4G only — Connection can be established only to 4G.
Ⅲ 3G only — Connection can be established only to 3G.
If you don’t have 4G coverage, you can save power by selecting “3G Only.”
● Connect Automatically to the network when the device powers on.
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● Failover wait time — How long the device should wait, after it loses the connection with the
preferred network, before it attempts to connect to the other network (not available if WAN mode
is “3G only” or “4G only”).
● Switchback wait time — How long the device should wait, when the less-preferred network is
connected and the preferred network becomes available, before switching to the preferred
network (not available if WAN mode is “3G only” or “4G only”).
● Update 3G PRL — Check whether an updated PRL is available.
The PRL (Preferred Roaming List) is an account configuration item set by your service provider.
It controls the radio channels and network carrier used by the 3G modem. An updated PRL
may improve your 3G network service.
Note: A 3G connection to the Internet won’t be available until the update is complete. (The 4G connection
won’t be affected.)
● Update 3G Profile — Check whether an updated profile for your 3G connection is available. An
updated profile may improve your 3G network service.
● Manual Activation — Configure Data Link and the Mobile IP settings. (If you need help, please
contact Sprint.)
4G Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click WAN > 4G.
Note: 4G information is not available if WAN mode is “3G only.” (WAN mode is in Advanced
settings > WAN > Setup.)
From this window, you can view this 4G information:
● Connection Status — Connected, or not connected.
● Coverage Type — 4G, 4G Off, or no service.
● RSSI and CINR.
RSSI reflects the signal strength of the network.
CINR stands for Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise Ratio, and is a measurement of signal
effectiveness. For the receiver to decode the carrier signal, the latter must be in an acceptable
CINR range.
● Tx Power — Transmitter power. A higher number is better.
● Center Frequency — Frequency of the 4G channel used for the data connection.
● NSP-ID — ID of the 4G Network Service Provider.
● NAP-ID — ID of the 4G Network Access Provider.
● BSID — Base Station ID.
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GPS Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
3. Click WAN > GPS.
).
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:
● Enable GPS — To use GPS, and to configure other GPS settings, this check box must be selected. If
the GPS privacy agreement opens, you must accept it before you can use GPS.
● GPS Mode — How often the device should obtain a fix.
Ⅲ One-time — Use a single fix. Use this option if you’ll be using your device at the same location.
Ⅲ Continuous — Obtain fixes on a regular basis. Also known as auto-tracking. Useful for
navigation or turn-by-turn (TBT) applications (for example, driving directions).
● Mapping Service — The mapping service (for example, Google Maps or MapQuest) that displays
the GPS results (in a separate browser window).
● Performance Value — Amount of time the device should wait for a satellite to be discovered.
Ⅲ Automatic — The device automatically determines the most appropriate setting to use.
Ⅲ Manual — In the input field, enter the number of seconds the device should wait for a satellite to
be discovered. If this time is exceeded, an error is reported.
● Accuracy
Ⅲ Automatic — The device automatically determines the most appropriate setting to use.
Ⅲ 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.
● Fix Rate — 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.
● Metric Units — Specifies whether to use the metric system when displaying the GPS results (for
example, the altitude, speed, HEPE).
● 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). If you change the value from Continuous to One-time, you
must click Save before your changes take effect and the fix becomes possible.
● Show GPS Data or Hide GPS Data
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Wi-Fi Tab
Network Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
3. Click Wi-Fi > Network.
).
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:
● Disable Wi-Fi upon USB-PC — Only a computer that is connected to the device through the USB
to Micro B cable can use the device. See “Disabling Wi-Fi When Connected Through USB” on
● SSID — Wi-Fi network name; identifies your Wi-Fi network, and is visible to other Wi-Fi-enabled
● SSID Broadcast — If broadcast is enabled, the wireless network is displayed in the list of Wi-Fi
networks available in the local area. For increased security, set this field to Disable. You will
need to give the SSID to the people who will be accessing your network.
● Max Number of Users — Limits the number of Wi-Fi users that can connect to the device. A
smaller number improves performance and security.
● Battery or USB Powered (power settings)
Ⅲ Better battery life — At the cost of a shorter Wi-Fi range.
Ⅲ Longer Wi-Fi range — At the cost of a shorter battery life.
● AC Powered (power settings)
Ⅲ Longer Wi-Fi range
Ⅲ Shorter Wi-Fi range
● Wi-Fi Channel — The active channel of the Wi-Fi access point. If your network is having
performance issues (possibly caused by other Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity using the same
channel), try a different Wi-Fi channel.
● Basic Rate — Type of wireless devices connected to your network.
If you’re certain that all of the Wi-Fi devices used with your device support 802.11g, then select
802.11g only (this ensures faster Wi-Fi speeds); otherwise, select 802.11b/g compatibility.
● RTS Threshold — Specifies the smallest packet size, in bytes, for which RTS/CTS (Request to
Send/Clear to Send) handshaking is used. The recommended value is 2347.
Change this value only if you’re experiencing inconsistent data flow. Make only minor changes
to this value.
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● Fragmentation Threshold — Specifies the largest allowable size, in bytes, for a packet. If the packet
is larger than this, it is fragmented into multiple packet before it is transmitted. To prevent poor
network performance, it’s recommended to keep this value as large as possible (up to 2345).
● List of connected devices — Display a window that shows connected computers. A table row may
optionally show one or both of these icons:
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
—The user of this computer is logged in as administrator.
—This computer is connected to the device through the USB to Micro B cable.
Security Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
3. Click Wi-Fi > Security.
).
From this window, you can set the:
MAC Filter Panel
The MAC (Media Access Control) filter is used to grant (“whitelist”) or block (“blacklist”) wireless
devices access to the Wi-Fi, 3G, and 4G networks. Access is based on the MAC address of each
wireless device.
MAC filtering can prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network.
MAC filtering increases security of your network. You can give access to your network, based on the
MAC address of the wireless devices. This makes it harder for a hacker to use a MAC address to
access your network.
To access this panel:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
3. Click Wi-Fi > MAC Filter.
From this window, you can:
).
● Display a list of computers that are:
Ⅲ Allowed to access the network (MAC Filter Mode = “Allow all in list”)
Ⅲ Not allowed to access the network (MAC Filter Mode = “Block all in list”)
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Section 5G
Configuring the Wi-Fi Network
You can configure basic settings of the Wi-Fi network through the setup pages.
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Admin Setup ( ).
You can configure basic and advanced settings of the Wi-Fi network through the Advanced
Settings window.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Wi-Fi > Network.
See also:
SSID (Wi-Fi Network Name)
The SSID identifies your Wi-Fi network and is visible to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices. It appears on
your device’s LCD screen; if more than one Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot is available, you can
use this name to tell the devices apart.
You can display the home page by typing the SSID in your Web browser (if Link SSID and
You should make the SSID unique and change it on a regular basis for optimal security.
To change the SSID:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network.
3. In the SSID field, enter the new name.
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If the SSID field is not available, Link SSID and Hostname is enabled. You must either edit
Hostname (and the SSID will get the same value), or disable Link SSID and Hostname and edit
the SSID.
4. Click Save.
Note: If you’re sharing your connection with others, they also must reconnect to Wi-Fi; provide them the
new SSID.
For security reasons, it’s recommended you disable SSID Broadcast. See "Network Panel" on page
81.
Linking the SSID and the Host Name
If you link the SSID (Wi-Fi network name) and the Hostname (name of your device):
● The SSID becomes whatever the Hostname is (you cannot change the SSID — only the Hostname).
● You only need to remember one name when selecting the Wi-Fi network, accessing the browser
interface, or accessing the microSD card.
To link the SSID and the Hostname:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Wi-Fi > Network or Router > LAN.
4. Select the Link SSID and Hostname check box.
The SSID field gets the value of Hostname and becomes unavailable (grayed out).
5. Click Save.
The device resets, after which you must reconnect to Wi-Fi. See “How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi?” on
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Wi-Fi Security
By default, Wi-Fi security is enabled for your device and the Wi-Fi network.
Note: All the devices used with the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot must support the selected security
type.
To change the security used by Wi-Fi:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Security.
3. Select one of the options:
Ⅲ 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).
Ⅲ WEP-64 Bit - Shared — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Shared WEP uses the same key for encryption and authentication; some consider shared
WEP to be less secure than open WEP.
Ⅲ WEP-128 Bit - Shared — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Shared WEP uses the same key for encryption and authentication; some consider shared
WEP to be less secure than open WEP.
Ⅲ WEP-64 Bit - Open — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Open WEP uses the key for encryption, but not for authentication.
Ⅲ WEP-128 Bit - Open — Lower security. Works with older and newer Wi-Fi devices.
Recommended only if any of your devices don’t support WPA or WPA2.
Open WEP uses the key for encryption, but not for authentication.
Ⅲ WPA-Personal - TKIP — A strong security standard, supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
Ⅲ WPA-Personal - TKIP/AES — A strong security standard, supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
Ⅲ WPA2-Personal - AES — A stronger, newer security standard. Limited to newer Wi-Fi
devices.
Ⅲ WPA2-Personal - TKIP/AES — A stronger, newer security standard. Limited to newer Wi-Fi
devices.
Ⅲ WPA/WPA2 Personal (recommended setting) — Wi-Fi devices that use either WPA or WPA2
can connect to the device. Supported by most Wi-Fi devices.
4. Click Save.
The option you select determines the Wi-Fi security used and also the maximum length of the
Wi-Fi password.
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Wi-Fi Password
If Wi-Fi security is enabled, a Wi-Fi password is required to connect to the Wi-Fi network.
Some general rules to make your password more secure:
● Use letters and numbers
● Use special characters (for example, @)
● Use both uppercase and lowercase letters
To change the Wi-Fi password:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Security.
3. In the Wi-Fi password field, type the password; the maximum length depends on the Wi-Fi
security type that you’ve selected.
Ⅲ 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).
Ⅲ WEP-64 bit - Shared — 5 ASCII characters.
Ⅲ WEP-128 bit - Shared — 13 ASCII characters.
Ⅲ WEP-64 bit - Open — 5 ASCII characters.
Ⅲ WEP-128 bit - Open — 13 ASCII characters.
Ⅲ WPA-Personal - TKIP — ASCII string, 8 to 63 characters.
Ⅲ WPA-Personal - TKIP/AES — ASCII string, 8 to 63 characters.
Ⅲ WPA2-Personal - AES — ASCII string, 8 to 63 characters.
Ⅲ WPA2-Personal - TKIP/AES — ASCII string, 8 to 63 characters.
Ⅲ WPA/WPA2 Personal — ASCII string, 8 to 63 characters.
4. Click Save.
Wi-Fi Password Reminder
When the Wi-Fi Password Reminder feature is enabled, you can display the Wi-Fi password on the
LCD of the device:
1. If the LCD is dark (no text or icons are displayed):
Ⅲ Briefly press the power button
2. Press the power button on the device twice, quickly (within 0.5 seconds).
The information is displayed for approximately 20 seconds. To clear the information before that, briefly
on the device.
press the power button
on the device.
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Enabling the Wi-Fi Password Reminder
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Security.
3. In the Password Reminder section, select On.
4. Click Save.
Allowing or Denying Computers Access to the Network
The MAC (Media Access Control) filter is used to grant (“whitelist”) or block (“blacklist”) wireless
devices access to the Wi-Fi, 3G, and 4G networks. Access is based on the MAC address of each
wireless device.
MAC filtering can prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network.
You can choose one of three modes:
● No filtering — All computers are allowed to access the network.
● Allow all in list — Only computers that are in this list are allowed to access the network.
● Block all in list — All computers are allowed to access the network, unless they’re in this list.
In any case, a user still needs to provide the correct Wi-Fi password to access the network.
Specifying Computers That Can Access the Network
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > MAC Filter.
3. In the MAC Filter Mode list, click Allow all in list.
4. Do one of the following:
Ⅲ If the computer you want to allow access is currently connected to the Overdrive 3G/4G
Mobile Hotspot, click List of connected devices.
In the row for the computer, click Add.
— or —
Ⅲ Click Add.
In the MAC Address field, enter the MAC address of the computer you’re adding to the list.
In the Name field, enter a name, for example “Amy’s PC.”
5. Repeat step 4 for each computer you want to allow access.
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Specifying Computers That Are Not Allowed to Access the Network
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > MAC Filter.
3. In the MAC Filter Mode list, click Block all in list.
4. Determine and block an undesired user of your network.
Ⅲ Click the List of connected devices link.
Ⅲ If you see a device you don’t recognize, you can compare its MAC address to the MAC address
of each of the devices on your network.
To determine the MAC address of each device you have, see “Finding the MAC Address” on
page 122. If none of your devices have this MAC address, that device might be an intruder.
Ⅲ In the row for the device you want to block, click Add.
5. For each computer you want to block, repeat step 4.
Tip: The Connected Users window has a Block check box, available for each currently connected user
(except the administrator [
Removing a Computer From the Allowed or Disallowed Lists
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > MAC Filter.
3. In the MAC Filter Mode list, click either Allow all in list or Block all in list.
4. Click the row that you want to remove.
A row of buttons (Delete, OK, Cancel) appears.
5. Click Delete.
Displaying a List of Currently Connected Computers
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the
icon to display the Connected Users window.
— or —
Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Mac Filter, and click List of connected devices.
A row displays the
icon if the user is logged in as administrator.
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Host Name (Device Name)
The host name is, in essence, a name you’re giving the device.
The host name is shown on your device’s LCD screen; if more than one device is available, you
can use this name to tell the devices apart. See “Linking the SSID and the Host Name” on
This name is also used when you type a command to access the:
To change the host name:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Wi-Fi > Network or Router > LAN.
4. In the Hostname field, enter a name for your device.
Input rules:
1–15 ASCII characters. Valid characters are:
Ⅲ a-z
Ⅲ A-Z
Ⅲ 0-9. Note that the host name cannot be all numbers.
Ⅲ - (hyphen). Note that the host name cannot start or end with a hyphen.
Setting the Maximum Number of Wi-Fi Users
If your network is having performance issues, you might want to decrease the number of Wi-Fi
users allowed to connect to the device.
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the
icon and, in the Connected Users window, click a value in the Max Wi-Fi users
list.
— or —
Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network, and click a value in the Max Number of Users list.
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Wi-Fi Channel
The Wi-Fi channel is the active channel of the Wi-Fi access point. If your network is having
performance issues (possibly caused by other Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity using the same channel),
try a different Wi-Fi channel.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network.
3. Click a channel number in the Wi-Fi Channel list, or, to have the device automatically determine
the channel to use, click Auto.
Disabling Wi-Fi When Connected Through USB
You can optionally turn off the device’s Wi-Fi when connected via the USB to Micro B cable. In this
case:
● Only a computer that is connected to the device through the USB to Micro B cable can use the
device.
● You can prolong the battery life of the device.
● The battery charges faster.
To enable this feature:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the Wi-Fi users icon (for example,
) and select Disable Wi-Fi when connected via USB.
— or —
Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network and set Disable Wi-Fi upon USB-PC to On.
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Section 5H
Configuring 3G/4G
Viewing 3G Activation Information
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Device > About.
The following fields are related to 3G activation:
● Activation Status — Activated or not activated.
● Activation Date — Date that the 3G modem was first activated.
● Network Operator — The carrier that your device was activated for.
3G Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click WAN > 3G.
From this window, you can view or update this information, or perform the following actions:
● Connection Status: connected, not connected, or dormant.
Dormant means a connection is established, but no data is being transferred.
● Service Type used for the data connection (1xRTT, EVDO, or EVDO Rev. A).
● Coverage Type available, and RSSI and Ec/Io for each type.
RSSI reflects the signal strength of the network.
Ec/Io is a dimensionless ratio of the average power of a channel, typically the pilot channel, to
the total signal power.
● MDN (Mobile Directory Number) — a 10-digit phone number.
● SID (System ID) — The System ID identifies your home network area and is used in conjunction
with your phone number to determine if you are “home” or “roaming.”
● MSID (Mobile Station ID) — Also known as IMSI (International Mobile Station Identity) — an
identifier of a device on the 3G network.
● NAI (Network Access Identifier) — User ID for accessing the 3G network.
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● Roaming Status — Home, or roaming (outside of Sprint coverage).
● Allow 3G Roaming — enable or disable 3G roaming.
● PRL Version — The PRL (Preferred Roaming List) is an account configuration item set by your
service provider. It controls the radio channels and network carrier used by the 3G modem. An
updated PRL may improve your 3G network service.
● Load 3G PRL — for example, you’ve received via email or downloaded a file.
Alternatively, you can check online for a PRL update — in Advanced settings > WAN > Setup, click
Update 3G PRL.
Resetting the 3G/4G Configuration to Default Settings
Note: Reset the configuration only if instructed by a Sprint representative.
After a configuration reset:
• You must go through the device setup (page 20) and 3G activation. (The latter starts automatically.)
• Any changes you’ve made to the settings are lost.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > About.
3. Click Reset Device to Factory Defaults.
4. When prompted, enter the SPC (Service Programming Code). (If you don’t know your SPC,
contact Sprint.)
You won’t be able to establish a data connection until you:
2. Go through 3G activation or, if using 4G, use pay-as-you-go.
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Section 5I
GPS Settings
Basic GPS settings can be changed in the GPS Information and Settings window. See “GPS
Additional settings are available at Advanced settings > WAN > GPS.
Setting the GPS Mode
GPS mode determines whether the location fix is done:
● Once (“one-time”), or
● Periodically (“continuous”) — used, for example, for navigation/turn-by-turn (TBT) applications.
To set the GPS mode:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > WAN > GPS.
3. If the Enable GPS check box is not selected, select it.
4. Select one of the following:
Ⅲ One-time — Use a single fix. Use this option if you’ll be using your device at the same
location.
Tip: If you want to get a fix now, click Get fix now.
Ⅲ Continuous — Obtain fixes on a regular basis. Also known as auto-tracking. Useful for
navigation or turn-by-turn (TBT) applications (for example, driving directions).
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Setting the GPS Fix Rate
The GPS fix rate determines how often GPS fixes are obtained. This option is available only if the fix
mode (GPS Mode) is set to Continuous.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > WAN > GPS.
3. Ensure GPS Mode is set to Continuous.
4. 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.)
Using Metric Units
To use metric units in the display of location information (for example, speed and altitude):
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the GPS icon
(on the left side of the home page).
3. In the GPS Information and Settings window, select the Metric units check box.
Changing Your Mapping Service
To change the mapping service (for example, Google Maps or MapQuest) that displays the GPS
results (in a separate browser window):
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the GPS icon
(on the left side of the home page).
3. Click a service in the Mapping service list (in the GPS Information and Settings window).
Performance Setting (GPS)
The performance setting determines the amount of time the device waits for a satellite to be
discovered when obtaining GPS information.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > WAN > GPS.
3. In the Performance Value section, select one of the following:
Ⅲ Automatic — The device automatically determines the most appropriate setting to use.
Ⅲ Manual — In the input field, enter the number of seconds the device should wait for a satellite to
be discovered. If this time is exceeded, an error is reported.
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Accuracy
The accuracy setting determines how accurate the location information is.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > WAN > GPS.
3. In the Accuracy section, select one of the following:
Ⅲ Automatic — The device automatically determines the most appropriate setting to use.
Ⅲ 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.
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Section 5J
Configuring the Router Tab
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Router.
4. Depending on the settings you want to configure, click one of the panels:
Basic Panel
To access this panel:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Router > Basic.
From this window, you can enable or disable these features, and perform these actions:
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UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
UPnP provides simple and robust connectivity among consumer electronics, intelligent
appliances, and mobile devices from many different vendors. For more information, see
Note: If UPnP is enabled, there are potential security risks.
Enabling UPnP
Before you can use UPnP, you must enable it.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Basic.
3. Next to UPnP, select Enable.
SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection)
SPI, also known as “dynamic packet filtering,” helps to prevent cyberattacks by validating that the
traffic passing through a session conforms to the protocol used for this type of session. Packets
that are not conforming get rejected.
Enabling SPI
Before you can use SPI, you must enable it.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Basic.
3. Next to SPI, select Enable.
LAN Panel
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Router > LAN.
From this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:
● Router IP Address — The routing hardware’s IP address on the LAN.
● Subnet Mask — The routing hardware’s internal LAN subnet mask.
● DHCP Server (enable DHCP)
Note: The following settings are displayed only when DHCP is enabled.
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● DHCP IP Address Range — The starting and ending address of the range of IP addresses available
for the device to dynamically (that is, not permanently) assign to computers connected to it.
● DHCP Lease Time — Amount of time, in minutes, a computer can use its assigned IP address before
it is required to renew the lease. After this time is up, the computer is automatically assigned a new
dynamic IP address.
Enter a number between 2 and 10080.
● Max DHCP Clients — The number of DHCP addresses that can be assigned and active at one time.
It’s recommended you set this to a number greater than the number of Wi-Fi users.
● DNS Mode — Specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate with) are
obtained.
Ⅲ Auto: Use the DNS server specified by Sprint. DNS Relay is enabled by default.
Ⅲ Manual: The routing hardware assigns DHCP clients the DNS servers specified in the Manual
DNS Server #1 and #2 fields.
Use this option to access a DNS server that provides customized addressing or if you have a
local DNS server on your network.
If DNS Relay is disabled, the routing hardware rejects DNS requests targeting the internal
DNS proxy.
● Static IP addresses to use for the DNS servers (if DNS Mode is Manual). (Manual DNS Server #1 and
#2)
Available only if DNS Mode is Manual.
● DNS Relay — If enabled, and if DNS Mode (see above) is Manual, the routing hardware assigns
DHCP clients the DNS servers specified in the Manual DNS Server #1 and #2 fields.
If disabled, the routing hardware rejects DNS requests targeting the internal DNS proxy.
The DNS Relay field is configurable and displayed only if DNS Mode is Manual. If DNS Mode is Auto,
DNS Relay is enabled by default.
● Assign a permanent IP address to a MAC address, and view the static IP assignment list. See
DHCP
DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) automatically assigns an IP address to each device on the
network and manages other network configuration information for devices connected to your network.
You do not need to manually configure the IP address on each device that’s on your network.
The assigned IP addresses are not permanent (as opposed to when using static IP).
Most ISPs (Internet Service Providers) use DHCP.
Normally, you should enable DHCP, in which case you must configure each device on the network
with one of the following:
● TCP/IP settings set to “Obtain an IP address automatically”.
● TCP/IP bound to the Ethernet connection with DHCP.
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If DHCP is disabled, you must configure each device on the network with:
● Fixed (permanent/static) IP address.
● DNS server addresses (provided by Sprint).
Enabling DHCP
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > LAN.
3. Next to DHCP Server, select Enable.
Configuring DHCP
To configure DHCP settings, DHCP must be enabled (Advanced settings > Router > LAN >
DHCP Server).
You can set the following DHCP settings in Advanced settings > Router > LAN:
● DHCP IP Address Range — The starting and ending address of the range of IP addresses
available for the device to dynamically (that is, not permanently) assign to computers
connected to it.
The start address must be 192.168.0.10 or above.
The ending address must be 192.168.0.50 or below.
● DHCP Lease Time — Amount of time, in minutes, a computer can use its assigned IP address
before it is required to renew the lease. After this time is up, the computer is automatically
assigned a new dynamic IP address.
Enter a number between 2 and 10080.
● Max DHCP Clients — The number of DHCP addresses that can be assigned and active at one
time. It’s recommended you set this to a number greater than the number of Wi-Fi users.
● DNS Mode — Specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate with)
● Assign a permanent (static) IP address to a device on your network, and view the static
DHCP Static IP Assignment List
With DHCP, IP addresses are assigned dynamically; devices typically don’t have a permanent
IP address.
However, in some cases you might want to assign a static (permanent) IP address to a device,
while still using DHCP for the rest of the devices on your network. This is also known as
“DHCP reservation.” You might want to do this with, for example, a Web server, FTP server, media
server.
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Viewing the Static IP Assignment List
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > LAN.
3. Ensure DHCP is enabled (DHCP Server).
4. Click DHCP Static IP Assignment List.
Assigning an IP Address Based on a MAC Address
1. Follow the above steps to display the DHCP Static IP Assignment List window.
2. In the Hostname field, enter a meaningful description of the device.
3. In the MAC Address field, enter the MAC address of the device. (If you don’t know this address,
4. In the IP Address field, enter the IP address you want to assign to the device.
5. Select the Enable check box to have the device use the designated IP address.
6. Click Add.
7. Click save.
Removing an IP Address Based on a MAC Address
1. Click DHCP Static IP Assignment List on the LAN panel of the Router tab.
2. To keep the device information in the list (in case you want to re-enable DHCP for this MAC
address later on), clear the Enable check box.
— or —
To remove the device from the list:
Ⅲ Click the row that you want to remove.
A row of buttons (Delete, OK, Cancel) appears.
Ⅲ Click Delete.
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DNS Mode
The DNS Mode setting specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate
with) are obtained.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click Router > LAN.
4. Set DNS Mode to one of the following:
Ⅲ Auto: Use the DNS server specified by Sprint. DNS Relay is enabled by default.
Ⅲ Manual: The routing hardware assigns DHCP clients the DNS servers specified in the
Manual DNS Server #1 and #2 fields.
Use this option to access a DNS server that provides customized addressing or if you have
a local DNS server on your network.
If DNS Relay is disabled, the routing hardware rejects DNS requests targeting the internal
DNS proxy.
Port Forward Panel
Normally, incoming traffic (from the Internet) is blocked. However, port forwarding lets you forward
incoming traffic to specific ports and devices (per their local IP address) on your network. For
example, you can configure port forwarding so that:
● You can access your Remote Desktop from the Internet (by specifying the WAN [public] IP
address that the device is using).
● Internet users can access a Web, FTP, or email server, or gaming or Internet application hosted
by your computer.
Note: Port forwarding creates a security risk. When not required, port forwarding should be disabled.
Port forwarding does not apply to normal browsing, file downloading, running most online games or
other applications hosted on the Internet. (Some online games require port forwarding.)
Before you can use or configure port forwarding, you must enable it, as explained in “Enabling
From the Port Forward panel of the Router tab of the Advanced Settings window, you can:
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Enabling Port Forwarding
Before you can use or configure Port Forwarding, you must enable it.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Basic.
3. Next to Port Forwarding, select Enable.
4. Click save.
Enabling Port Forwarding for an Application
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Port Forward.
3. In the last row of the table, click the Application field, and select the application type from the list.
The values for Start and End ports are automatically filled in.
4. If necessary, change the range of port numbers associated with the application. Traffic will be
allowed (not blocked) if its destination port number is in the specified range.
Ⅲ In the Start field, enter the number that starts the port range.
Ⅲ In the End field, enter the number that ends the port range.
If the range consists of only one port, enter the number that you entered in the Start field.
5. In the Protocol list, click the protocol(s) used for this application (TCP, UDP, or both).
6. In the IP Address field, enter the IP address of the server to be accessed.
7. Ensure Enable is selected.
8. Click Add.
9. Click save.
Disabling Port Forwarding for an Application
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Port Forward.
3. To keep the application in the list (in case you want to re-enable port forwarding later on), clear
the Enable check box.
— or —
To remove the application from the list:
Ⅲ Click the row that you want to remove.
A row of buttons (Delete, OK, Cancel) appears.
Ⅲ Click Delete.
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Port Trigger Panel
Some applications require multiple ports open for communication, many of which may be initiated
by a computer on the WAN. Examples of this include video conferencing, VoIP (Internet
telephony), and Internet gaming.
With port triggering, the device monitors outgoing data on specific port numbers (trigger ports).
The device keeps track of the IP address of the computer that sends data on these trigger ports,
so that when incoming data on the Forward ports arrives, the device sends the incoming data to
the same computer.
Before you can use or configure port triggering, you must enable it, as explained in “Enabling Port
Triggering” below.
From the Port Trigger panel of the Router tab of the Advanced Settings window, you can:
Enabling Port Triggering
Before you can use or configure Port Triggering, you must enable it.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Basic.
3. Next to Port Triggering, select Enable.
Enabling Port Triggering for Specified Protocols and Ports
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Port Trigger.
3. In the last row of the table, in the first Protocol list, click the protocol(s) used by the application
for outgoing traffic (to the Internet, sent through the trigger ports).
4. In the Trigger Ports field, enter the port number(s) used to determine that the application is in
use (that is, specify the port number or range of port numbers that the application uses for
outgoing traffic). (Check the user documentation for the application.)
To specify a range of port numbers, separate the start and end port number with a hyphen.
5. In the second Protocol list, click the protocol(s) used by the application for incoming traffic
(from the Internet).
6. In the Forward Ports field, enter the ports to forward to the computer that triggered the rule
(that is, specify the port number or range of port numbers that the application uses for
incoming traffic). (Check the user documentation for the application.)
7. To specify a range of port numbers, separate the start and end port number with a hyphen.
8. Ensure Enable is selected.
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9. Click Add.
10. Click Save.
Removing Ports From the Port Triggering List
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Port Trigger.
3. To keep the entry in the list (in case you want to re-enable this entry later on), clear the Enable
check box.
— or —
To remove the entry from the list:
Ⅲ Click the row that you want to remove.
A row of buttons (Delete, OK, Cancel) appears.
Ⅲ Click Delete.
DMZ Panel
DMZ stands for “demilitarized zone.” You can select one computer to receive all unsolicited incoming
connections.
The IP address of the DMZ is the default recipient of incoming packets (from the Internet) that are not
handled by port forwarding rules, port triggering rules, or NAT’d connections:
1. If port forwarding, port triggering, or both are enabled, incoming traffic is routed according to the
port forwarding rules, port triggering rules, or NAT’d connections.
2. If incoming traffic was not routed as a result of the above:
Ⅲ If DMZ is enabled, then incoming traffic is routed to the computer that uses the IP address
specified by the DMZ settings.
Ⅲ If DMZ is not enabled, the incoming traffic is blocked.
Note: Putting a computer in the DMZ opens all the ports of that computer, and exposes that computer to
various security risks. Use this option only as a last resort — if possible, use other options instead (for
example, port forwarding or port triggering).
Enabling DMZ
Before you can use or configure DMZ, you must enable it.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Basic.
3. Next to DMZ, select Enable.
4. Click Save.
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Configuring DMZ
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > DMZ.
3. Specify the computer that you want exposed to the Internet: in the Destination IP Address
field, enter the IP address of the computer. (If you don’t know how to find the IP address, see
4. In the Source IP Address section, specify what incoming traffic (not handled by port
forwarding, port triggering, or NAT) to forward to this computer.
To forward all incoming traffic, click Any.
— or —
To forward incoming traffic from certain IP addresses:
Ⅲ Click Restriction.
Ⅲ In the two additional fields that are displayed, enter the start and end IP addresses of a
range.
5. Using the DHCP Static IP Assignment List, assign an IP address based on the MAC address
of the computer that is in the DMZ. See “Assigning an IP Address Based on a MAC Address”
— or —
On the computer that is in the DMZ, disable DHCP, and manually assign the IP address,
gateway, and DNS server.
Resetting the Software to Default Settings
WARNING: If you reset the software to default settings:
• Any changes you’ve made to the settings are lost.
Your 3G and 4G account information is not affected; after reset, the device remains
provisioned for service.
You’ll need to reset the software to default settings if:
● You’ve forgotten the administrator password.
● You’ve changed the DHCP settings such that the device is inoperable (for example, there’s no
communication with the device).
You have two options to initiate the reset:
● Through the reset button on the device. See the following section.
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Resetting the Software to Default Settings (Through the Reset Button)
1. Remove the battery compartment cover from the device.
2. Find the small hole below and to the right of the battery compartment. The reset button is inside
this hole.
Reset button
3. Insert a thin object (for example, the end of a paper clip) into the hole, and lightly press on the
bottom of the hole for five or more seconds.
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4. Replace the battery compartment cover.
5. Check the device LCD. If it displays “Reset to factory defaults? Press
to accept,” press the
power button
on the device.
6. Follow the instructions on the device LCD.
Resetting the Software to Default Settings (Through the Browser Interface)
WARNING: If you reset the software to default settings:
• Any changes you’ve made to the settings are lost.
Your 3G and 4G account information is not affected; after reset, the device remains
provisioned for service.
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Router > Basic.
3. Click Router Settings Reset.
4. Check the device LCD. If it displays “Reset to factory defaults? Press
power button on the device.
to accept,” press the
5. Follow the instructions on the device LCD.
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Section 5K
Exporting and Importing Settings
Exporting Settings
Settings include configuration information for the device, network, and browser interface.
You can, for example, save the current configuration, then make some changes and test them. You
can then use the Import button to restore (load) the saved configuration.
To export the settings to a text file:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
3. Click Export.
Importing Settings
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
3. Browse to and click the file with the saved settings.
4. Click Import.
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Section 5L
Logs
Logs Available
The following types of logs are available:
● Connect/disconnect. See the following section.
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. In the Internet Connection
Information window, you can view information on the current billing cycle and lifetime of the device;
Enabling and Disabling Logging of Connect/Disconnects
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. In the Connect/Disconnect section, select Enable or Disable.
4. Click save.
Exporting the Connection History
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. Ensure Connect/Disconnect is set to Enable.
4. Click Export.
Clearing the Connection History
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. In the Connect/disconnect section, click Clear log.
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System Events
You can enable or disable, as a group, the logging of the following events:
● Software update available
● Network update available
● Primary WAN failover
● Primary WAN switchback
● Unexpected data connection loss
● Changes to miscellaneous settings
The following system events are always logged:
● Intrusion alerts
● Unexpected power loss
● Critical battery
● Critical temperature
● Routing hardware settings reset
● Firmware update
Enabling and Disabling Logging of System Events
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. In the System Events section, select Enable or Disable.
4. Click save.
Exporting System Events
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. Ensure System Events is set to Enable.
4. Click Export.
Clearing the System Events Log
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. Ensure System Events is set to Enable.
4. Click Clear log.
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Setting the Method Used for Time Acquisition
Time information is stored in the connection history log and system events log.
To set the method used for obtaining the time:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Log.
3. Select the 3G or the NTP check box.
Ⅲ 3G — Time information is obtained from the 3G (CDMA) network; this is more accurate than
NTP, but requires 3G coverage.
Ⅲ NTP — The device’s clock is synchronized to a Network Time Protocol server on the
Internet; not as accurate as when using the 3G setting, but doesn’t require 3G coverage.
Use this setting if you have 4G but no 3G coverage.
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Section 5M
Setup Pages
Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an Option
The Welcome to Your Overdrive window opens:
● Automatically, as part of the initial setup of your newly purchased device.
● When you click Admin Setup ( ) from the home page (you must be logged in).
Note: This window displays the administrator password and the address of the device home page. Please
remember this information or write it down in a safe place.
This window provides several options.
● To keep the default settings of the device, select one of the following:
Ⅲ The Internet (to start surfing)
Ⅲ My Overdrive’s home page (to view the device status, customize settings).
● To change security settings, select Set up my Overdrive.
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Section 6A
More Information
Visiting the Sprint Website
You can also:
● Review coverage maps.
● Access your account information.
● Add additional options to your service plan.
● Purchase accessories.
● Check out frequently asked questions.
● And more.
Contacting Customer Service
You can reach Sprint Customer Service by:
● Calling us toll-free at 1-800-927-2199 (business use) or 1-888-211-4727 (personal use).
Online Help
In the browser interface, click Help ( ) and, from the menu, select Online Help.
The Help system opens in a new Web browser window or tab.
You have several options to find the information you need:
● Browse the Table of Contents.
● Use the Index or Search feature: click the appropriate button in the lower left part of the help
window, and type the information you’re looking for.
Other Ways to View Help Information
● Some windows have a
icon. Click the icon to view Help information.
● When you move the cursor over a field or button in Advanced Settings, help information, if available,
appears to the right of the window.
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Contextual Help in the Advanced Settings Window
When you move the cursor over a field or button in Advanced Settings, help information on this
item, if available, appears to the right of the window.
To turn this feature on or off:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings > Device > Basic.
3. Set Help for Advanced Settings to Show or Hide.
4. Click Save.
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Section 6B
Frequently Asked Questions
How Can I Tell I’m Connected to 3G/4G?
When you’re connected:
● The 3G or 4G icon (on the left side of the home page) is solid. For example,
.
● The bottom area of the device LCD, the Virtual Device, and the Mini Window show the data transfer
icon and data transfer information (amount of data; connection duration).
How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi?
You may have to manually connect to Wi-Fi after certain events — for example, as part of the initial
device setup, or after a software update.
Tip: The Wi-Fi network name is displayed on the device LCD.
To connect to Wi-Fi:
1. Do one of the following, depending on your operating system.
Windows
Windows 7: Right-click the
icon in the system tray.
Windows Vista: Click Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center >
Connect to a network.
Windows XP: Click Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network Connections > View
available wireless networks.
Mac
Click the AirPort icon
(in the upper right corner of your screen).
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Linux
Please see the user documentation of the Linux distribution.
Other operating systems
Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer.
2. Select the Wi-Fi network provided by the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot and connect to it.
(If prompted for a network key/security key/password, enter the Wi-Fi password.)
Is Roaming on 4G Supported?
At the time of this release, roaming on 4G is not supported.
What Do I Do if I Forgot the Wi-Fi Password?
● If the Wi-Fi Password Reminder feature is enabled, display the password on the device. See
● Connect the device to your computer through USB, then log in and view the Wi-Fi password (in
Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Security). Write the password down in a safe place. See
Note: If you’ve forgotten both the Wi-Fi password and the administrator (login) password, then you must
reset the software to default settings. See “Resetting the Software to Default Settings” on page 105.
What Do I Do if I Forgot the Administrator Password?
2. Go through the device setup, during which the administrator password will be displayed;
If the Connection is “Always On,” Am I Always Being Billed?
No. The connection to the network goes dormant after a period of inactivity, but the connection
can be re-established faster than having to reconnect. Billing occurs only when data is passed
across the network.
Questions About GPS and Sprint Location Services
What is LBS?
LBS (Location-Based Services) is used to provide enhanced Local Search feature via internet
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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. GPS receivers passively receive satellite
signals, but do not transmit.
What is Enhanced Local Search?
Enhanced Local Search is a quick, easy method to run, via the browser interface, local search queries
to find locations and directions to locations and businesses.
The enhanced Local Search feature uses LBS and allows you to search for Sprint stores, restaurants,
How Do I Use the Enhanced Local Search Feature?
Where Can I Use GPS?
GPS works wherever you have line-of-sight access to the GPS satellites.
How Do I Enable or Disable GPS?
By default, Sprint Location Services are disabled. To enable Sprint Location Services, see “Enabling
Location-Based Services Limitations
Weather conditions may affect your ability to get a clear view of the satellites and thus to acquire a
GPS fix.
How Do I Access My Corporate Network Through a VPN?
Using Sprint Data Link
Sprint Data LinkSM is a network feature that allows you to directly connect to your corporate VPN.
With Data Link, you and your mobile workforce can maintain a secure, seamless VPN connection
between your enterprise network and the advanced Sprint Mobile Broadband Network.
To learn more about Data Link, to arrange a connectivity solution that works for you, or to configure
Data Link, please contact Sprint.
If You’re Not Using Sprint Data Link
Once you complete a wireless connection, you may need to launch an extranet client provided by
your company and supply the appropriate user name and password to gain access. For support,
contact your company help desk.
Are Terminal Sessions Supported?
Terminal sessions (for example, via telnet or ssh) are not supported.
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Section 6C
Tips
Extending Battery Life
● When you’re not using the device, turn it off, or end the 3G/4G connection. (Click Disconnect on
the home page.)
● Connect the device, through the USB to Micro B cable, to the AC charger or a computer, and
● Adjust the LCD — do one or more of the following:
Ⅲ Turn off the LCD (Advanced settings > Device > Display > LCD Backlight).
Ⅲ Decrease the brightness of the LCD (Advanced settings > Device > Display > Backlight
Settings > On Battery/USB Power).
● Configure the setting (for when battery powered or connected via USB) to “Better battery life”
(Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network > Battery or USB Powered).
● Turn off the lighting of the power button
(i.e. LED) (Advanced settings > Device > Display >
Power Button LED).
● Limit the number of Wi-Fi users (Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network > Max Number of Users).
● If you have 3G but not 4G coverage, set WAN mode to 3G only (Advanced settings > WAN >
Setup > WAN Mode).
● If GPS is enabled and you’re using your device from the same location, set GPS Mode to
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Device Location
● Avoid moisture or extreme temperatures.
● For improved reception, place the device near a closed window.
● Place your device within easy reach of a reliable power supply and the computer to which it will be
connected.
Improving Signal Strength
● Ensure you’re inside the network coverage area.
● Try reorienting your device.
● Move the device and your computer to another location — you may be in or near a structure that is
blocking the signal. Every obstacle (for example, walls, ceilings, furniture) between the Overdrive
3G/4G Mobile Hotspot and other wireless devices decreases the signal strength.
● Place the device in a centralized location, as high as possible in the room.
● Make sure there’s plenty of space around your device to provide the best signal reception.
● Keep the device at least 3–6 feet away from electrical devices that generate RF interference (for
example, microwaves, TVs, 2.4 GHz cordless phones, cellular phones, baby monitors, wireless
speakers). If you’re not using these electrical devices, turn them off.
● 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.
● If you cannot obtain service, contact Sprint — a network or account problem may be preventing you
from obtaining service.
Improving 3G Network Service
To improve your network service, periodically check for PRL and profile updates.
The PRL (Preferred Roaming List) is an account configuration item set by your service provider. It
controls the radio channels and network carrier used by the 3G modem.
To check for these updates:
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
3. Click WAN > Setup.
4. Click Update 3G PRL.
).
5. After the update checking is completed, click Update 3G Profile.
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Improving Wi-Fi Performance
● Limit the number of Wi-Fi users (Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network > Max Number of Users).
● Select a longer Wi-Fi range (Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > Network > Longer Wi-Fi range [two
locations: Battery or USB Powered, and AC Powered]).
Windows XP Users
1. Open the Device Manager.
Ⅲ Click start > Settings > Control Panel.
Ⅲ Double-click System.
Ⅲ Click Hardware.
Ⅲ Click Device Manager.
2. Double-click Network adapters.
3. Double-click the Wi-Fi client network adapter of your computer — for example, “Intel(R) WiFi
Link 5100 AGN” in the screenshot below.
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4. If the Wi-Fi client network adapter is by Intel, click Advanced and, in the Property list, click Power
Management and move the slider all the way to the right (to Highest). Click OK.
— or —
If the Wi-Fi client network adapter is not by Intel, select a configuration with minimal power
savings (to maximize throughput).
rd
Note: The above settings are often controlled by 3 -party value-add applications and may be automatically
changed. If Wi-Fi performance improves for a while after performing the above steps, but then
declines, recheck the above settings.
Security Tips
● Use the highest level of Wi-Fi security that your devices support. See “Wi-Fi Security” on page 85.
● Use MAC filtering to specify computers that are or aren’t allowed to connect to the network. See
Finding the MAC Address
You’ll need to know the MAC address of a device, when performing any of the following:
Tip: You can display a list of connected devices, including the MAC address of each device: click List of
connected devices, available from Advanced settings > Wi-Fi > MAC Filter and Advanced
settings > Wi-Fi > Network.
The steps to finding the MAC address of a device vary, depending on your operating system.
Windows
1. Open a command prompt window.
Ⅲ Click Start and Run.
Ⅲ Type cmd or command, and click OK.
2. At the command prompt, type ipconfig/all and press Enter.
3. Write down the Physical Address for the entry that relates to the wireless network connection; it
appears as a series of numbers and letters — this is the MAC address of your wireless adapter.
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Mac OS X
1. From the Apple menu ( ), select System Preferences.
2. Select Network.
3. Select the adapter that is connecting to the routing hardware.
4. Select Advanced.
5. Select Ethernet. The Ethernet ID is listed. This is the same as the MAC address.
Linux
Please see the user documentation of the Linux distribution.
Other operating systems
Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer.
Finding the IP Address
You’ll need to know the IP address of a device, when configuring any of the following:
● Port forwarding
● Port triggering
● DMZ
● Static DHCP features
To find the IP address of a device:
Windows
1. Open a command prompt window.
Ⅲ Click Start and Run.
Ⅲ Type cmd or command, and click OK.
2. At the command prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
3. Write down the IP Address for the entry that relates to the wireless network connection. (The
IP address might be listed under “Ipv4 Address,” or something similar.)
Mac OS X
1. From the Apple menu ( ), select System Preferences.
2. Select Network.
3. Select the wireless adapter. The IP address is displayed in the right pane.
Other operating systems
Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer.
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Section 6D
Troubleshooting Tips
General Tips
● If some settings are preventing you from connecting to Wi-Fi, connect to the device through the
USB to Micro B cable, and then change the settings. See “Requirements for a USB Tethered
customer_help.aspx) may also be useful.
LCD Is Dark
The LCD is dark and is not displaying any text or icons if:
● The device is turned on and:
Ⅲ The LCD is turned off (Advanced settings > Device > Display > LCD Backlight).
Ⅲ The LCD is turned on, but the LCD is dormant (inactivity timeout). To make the LCD active,
briefly press the power button
on the device.
Ⅲ The device is in standby (low power) mode. To exit this mode, briefly press the power button
on the device.
● The device is turned off.
To turn the device on:
Ⅲ Ensure a battery is inserted into the device.
Ⅲ Press the power button
on the device for approximately two seconds.
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If the LCD is still dark, use the USB to Micro B cable to connect the device to the AC charger or to
a computer.
Insufficient Signal Strength
If you have insufficient signal strength, the icon
page).
is displayed (on the left side of the home
Insufficient signal strength may occur because:
● You are outside the network coverage area.
● Your device’s internal antenna is pointing in the wrong direction.
● You are in or near a structure that is blocking the signal.
● You are near a device that is causing radio signal interference.
● A network or account problem is preventing you from obtaining service.
Messages Displayed on the Device LCD
3G Activation Failed
1. Ensure you’re in 3G coverage and the signal strength is strong.
3. If the “Activation failed” message is still displayed, prepare the following, and contact Sprint:
Ⅲ Your billing information.
Ⅲ ESN of the device (displayed on the packaging, on the device [under the battery], and at
Advanced settings > Device > About).
Connecting to 3G/4G
4. Update the 3G profile: click Advanced settings > WAN > Setup > Update 3G Profile.
5. If you’re still unable to connect to 3G/4G, contact Sprint.
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Connection Error
1. Log in to the home page.
2. Click Advanced settings (
).
3. Click WAN > Setup > Update 3G Profile.
4. If an error message and number are displayed on the LCD after the update, note the information
and contact Sprint.
3G Activation Required
If the LCD displays this message, display the 3G Activation Required alert and start the activation:
1. Ensure you’re logged in to the home page.
2. Click the alerts icon to display the alert window.
3. If more than one alert is available, use the
and
buttons (at the top of the alert window) to
browse to the alert.
4. In the 3G Activation Required alert window, click Activate now.
Tip: Alternatively, click Advanced settings > WAN > Setup > Update 3G Profile.
Searching for Network
The LCD displays this message until a 3G or 4G network is acquired.
Update Failed
If this message appears on the device LCD or in the 3G Network Update Available or Software Update
Available alert windows (after you’ve attempted the update):
1. Ensure your device is connected to the AC charger or computer, through the USB to Micro B
cable.
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
2. Retry the update.
3. If the “Update failed” message is still displayed, contact Sprint.
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Cannot Connect to Wi-Fi
If your computer cannot connect to the Wi-Fi network of the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot,
ensure that:
● The maximum number of Wi-Fi users has not been reached. (To determine the number of
connected Wi-Fi users and set the maximum, see “Wi-Fi Users Information and Settings” on
page 45.)
● You’re connecting to the correct Wi-Fi network (SSID), and you’re using the correct Wi-Fi
display the SSID and Wi-Fi password on the device LCD.
● Nobody has changed the name or password of the Wi-Fi network. If the Wi-Fi Password
on the device LCD.
● Nobody is connected through the USB to Micro B cable when Disable Wi-Fi when connected via
USB is selected.
● Your computer supports the type of Wi-Fi security that the network is set to use.
Note: All the devices used with the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot must support the selected security
type.
● Your computer supports Wi-Fi 802.11g (if Basic Rate is set, in Advanced settings > Wi-Fi >
Network, to 802.11b/g compatibility]).
Tip: If some settings are preventing you from connecting to Wi-Fi, connect to the device through the USB to
Micro B cable, and then change the settings. See “Requirements for a USB Tethered Connection” on
Cannot Display the Home Page
Your Web browser may display an error message when you try to display the home page.The
error message depends on your Web browser.
● “Could not connect to remote server” (Opera)
● “Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage” (Internet Explorer)
● “Oops! This link appears to be broken” (Google Chrome)
● “Safari can’t open the page” (Safari)
● “The connection has timed out” (FireFox)
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Check the following:
● You have established a connection to the device (through Wi-Fi or through the USB to Micro B
cable).
● Ensure you’re typing the correct address in the Web browser.
Ⅲ Try http://<SSID>, where <SSID> is as displayed on the device LCD.
Ⅲ If the home page is still not displayed, try http://192.168.0.1 or, if you’re using custom routing
settings, replace “192.168.0.1” with the appropriate IP address.
● The Web browser is a recent version, and Java-enabled. The following are recommended:
Ⅲ Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher)
Ⅲ Mozilla Firefox (version 2.0 or higher)
Ⅲ Google Chrome (version 2.0.172.28 or higher)
Ⅲ Apple Safari (version 2.0 or higher)
Ⅲ Opera version 9.64
● If your computer has other adapters (for example, Ethernet) connected to other networks, disable or
remove them from your computer.
● If Internet security software is running on your computer, disable it and see whether the error
message still occurs. Some firewall software may block access to the home page.
● Check your Web browser settings.
Ⅲ Open the Control Panel in Windows.
Ⅲ Double-click Internet Options.
Ⅲ From the Security tab, restore the default settings.
Ⅲ From the Connections tab, select Never dial a connection.
Ⅲ From the Advanced tab, restore the default settings.
Ⅲ Close and reopen your Web browser.
● Disconnect the device from your computer (if you’re using the USB to Micro B cable). Remove the
battery from the device. Reinsert the battery.
If, after checking all of the above, you still cannot display the home page, consider resetting the
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Cannot Connect to the 3G/4G Network
● Ensure your computer is connected to the device (through the USB to Micro B cable or Wi-Fi).
● Check the WAN Mode setting (Advanced settings > WAN > Setup). For example, if it’s set to
4G only, you won’t be able to connect if:
Ⅲ You have 4G coverage, but you’re roaming.
Ⅲ You don’t have 4G coverage.
● If you’re roaming, ensure that 3G roaming is enabled.
In the Roaming Information window or from Advanced settings > WAN > 3G, select Allow 3G
Roaming.
Note: Roaming charges may apply.
● Check with Sprint — a network or account problem may be preventing your device from
obtaining service.
Sprint Location Services Aren’t Working or Don’t Seem to Be Available
For best results, minimize the number of obstructions between your device and the GPS satellites.
GPS Fix Not Available
Ensure you have a clear view of the sky; if you’re in a forested area, or in or near tall buildings,
move to another location.
To retry a fix, click Retry Now. Otherwise, click Cancel.
Cannot Check for Updates
Ensure your device is connected to the AC charger or computer, through the USB to Micro B
cable.
Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the device), you must install the
Sounds Are Enabled, but the Device Doesn’t Generate Any Sounds
Check that sounds are not turned off through the Mute switch on the device. See “Mute Switch”
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Radio Frequency and Electrical Specifications
Approvals
FCC
Size: 1800 mAh
Duration for full charge:
● AC charger: 1.5 hours
● PC USB cable: 3.6 hours
Battery
Charge life:
● 4 hours under standard use
● 3 hours of continuous use
Maximum: 1000 mA
Standby current:
Current
● 48 mA (1xEV-DO/IS2000 hybrid mode)
● 48 mA (WiMAX)
PCS: 1850 to 1910 MHz
Cellular: 824 to 849 MHz
WiMAX: 2495 to 2690 MHz
Transmit
Receive
PCS: 1930 to 1990 MHz
Cellular: 869 to 894 MHz
WiMAX: 2495 to 2690 MHz
GPS: 1575.42 MHz
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Software Specifications
CDMA (3G) specification
Data service
IS-2000 Release 0
IS-707A
WiMAX (4G) specification IEEE 802.16e-2005
IEEE 802.11b
Wi-Fi specification
IEEE 802.11g
WEP Open & Shared
WEP-64
WEP-128
Wi-Fi security and encryption protocols
WPA-Personal TKIP & AES (Pre-Shared Key or WPA-PSK)
WPA2-Personal TKIP & AES (WPA2-PSK)
WPA+WPA2-Personal (WPA+WPA2 PSK)
SMS (IS-637) Not supported
FAX
Not supported
Supported
IOTA
OTASP (IS-683A, IS-683B, IS-683C) Supported
OTAPA
PRL (Preferred Roaming List)
Authentication
Supported
Supported
Supported
Voice
Not supported
Single
NAM
Position Location
Standalone
TTY/Accessibility
Mobile IP
Not supported
Supported
Network protocols (routing hardware)
TCP, UDP, ARP, RARP, ICMP
Pass-through of the following VPN types:
● PPTP
● IPSec
VPN
Tunneling of multiple VPN sessions simultaneously is
supported.
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Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
-4 to +131°F
-40 to +185°F
Humidity 95%, non-condensing
Vibration
Drop
10–1000 Hz, 6G, 60 min/axis, 3 hrs total (non-operating)
1 m on concrete
Mechanical Specifications
Dimensions (W x L x H)
Power button
Headset jack
LED
3.2" x 3.2" x 0.63"
Supported
Not supported
White
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Section 7B
Safety Information
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. Although significant
delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot
are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the device should not be used in
situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or
any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless
accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted
or received using the device, or for failure of the device to transmit or receive such data.
Safety and Hazards
Do not operate your device:
● In areas where blasting is in progress
● Where explosive atmospheres may be present
● Near medical equipment
● Near life support equipment, or any equipment that may be susceptible to any form of radio
interference.
In such areas, your device MUST BE POWERED OFF. The Sierra Wireless modem can transmit
signals that could interfere with this equipment.
Do not operate the device in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the
device MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating, the device can transmit signals that could interfere
with various onboard systems.
Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door
is open. The device may be used at this time.
The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the 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 jurisdictions,
operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.
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Proper Battery Use and Disposal
Note: Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion, or other hazard.
To ensure safe and responsible battery use:
● Do not open, disassemble, puncture, crush, bend, or shred.
● Do not expose to water or other liquids, fire, explosion, or other hazards.
● Use the battery only in the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot.
● If using with a charger, use only the AC charger supplied with the device.
● Do not short circuit the battery.
● When replacing a battery, use the same model of battery that was supplied with the device.
● Follow local regulations when disposing of a used battery.
● Avoid dropping the device or the battery. If dropped and you suspect damage, take it to a
service center for inspection.
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Section 7C
Regulatory Notices
The design of the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless 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:
● ANSI / IEEE C95.1-1999, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3kHz to 300 GHz
● National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) Report 86, ?1986, Biological
Effects and Exposure Criteria for Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields
● International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998, Guidelines for
limiting exposure to time-varying electric, magnetic, and electromagnetic fields (up to 300 GHz)
FCC ID: N7N-MHS801.
RF Exposure - This device is only authorized for use in a mobile application. At least 20 cm (8 inches)
of separation distance between the Overdrive 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless and the user’s
body must be maintained at all times.
WARNING (EMI) - United States FCC Information - This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B computing device peripheral, pursuant to Parts 15 and 27 of the
FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
● Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Parts 15 and 27 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
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Section 7D
Legal
Patents
Portions of this product may be covered by some or all of the following US patents:
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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.
Trademarks
SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint.
“Heart of the Wireless Machine” is a registered trademark of Sierra Wireless. Sierra Wireless, the
Sierra Wireless logo, TRU-Install, TRU-Locate, and the red wave design are trademarks of Sierra
Wireless.
Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.
Wi-Fi, WPA, and WPA2 are registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
QUALCOMM® is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated.
Other trademarks are the property of the respective owners.
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Copyright
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Limitation of Liability
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless. SIERRA WIRELESS AND ITS AFFILIATES SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS
OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OR INABILITY TO USE ANY SIERRA WIRELESS PRODUCT, EVEN IF SIERRA WIRELESS AND/OR ITS
AFFILIATES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE
FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall Sierra Wireless and/or its affiliates aggregate liability
arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless product, regardless of the number of events,
occurrences, or claims giving rise to liability, be in excess of the price paid by the purchaser for the
Sierra Wireless product.
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Index
Numerics
3G
Activation, 3G
3G Activation Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Administrator password
3G panel of the WAN tab . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
3G Roaming Information window . . . . . .43
Activation, initiate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Configuration, resetting to default
Improving network service, tips . . . . . . 120
Lifetime data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Mobile Broadband Information window .42
3G (time acquisition method) . . . . . . . . . . . 111
3G Network Update Available (alert) . . . . . . .35
4G
Forgotten; what do I do? . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Alert
4G panel of the WAN tab . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Configuration, resetting to default
Allow all in list (giving computers access
Allowing computers access to the
Lifetime data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Mobile Broadband Information window .42
Network access provider (NAP-ID) . . . . .79
Network service provider (NSP-ID) . . . . .79
A
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Application updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Automatically log in
Buttons
C
Viewing list of computers set to
automatically log in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Cannot connect to the 3G/4G network . . . 129
Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise Ratio
CDMA
B
Backlight (LCD on the device)
Basic panel of the Router tab . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Battery
Check for updates
Chrome browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
CINR (Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise
Clear Log (connection history) . . . . . . . . . . 109
Clear Log (system events) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Connect to Internet
Cannot connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Improving 3G network service, tips . . . 120
Connected
Battery Information and Settings
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Battery Information and Settings window . . .46
Billing and "always on" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Block (block a computer’s access to
Broadcast the SSID (Wi-Fi network name) . .81
Browser interface
How to tell you’re connected to
Play sound when connected or
Connecting the device to your computer
Connecting to 3G/4G message . . . . . . . . . 125
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Connection
Device tab
DHCP
Displaying
Wi-Fi users information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Connection Error message . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Connection history
Enabling logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Corporate network, accessing through
Critical battery level alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Critical temperature alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Current location, opening in a Web
DMZ
DMZ panel of the Router tab . . . . . . . . 104
Drop specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
D
Data Link, Sprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Data statistics for the current connection
Default settings
Software, resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Denying computers access to your
Device
E
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Electrical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Email server, accessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Exporting
Availability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Enhanced Local Search . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
GPS Fix Not Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
GPS Information and Settings window . 44
Location, current, opening in a Web
System event log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
F
Failure, device startup
Not working or doesn’t seem to be
FCC (regulatory) notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Firewall software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Firmware version
Fix, GPS
Guest Password (for microSD card
Guest Username (for microSD card
GPS Fix Not Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Forgot administrator password . . . . . . . . . . 117
Forgot Wi-Fi password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Frequencies, transmit and receive . . . . . . . 133
H
Help, getting
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) . . . 116
Sprint website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
HEPE (Horizontal Estimated Position
Home page
G
Gaming, Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Gas stations, search for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Cannot display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
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icons and text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Horizontal Estimated Position Error
LCD
LED (Power button on the device)
I
Lifetime of product
Location Services
Icons
Importing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
IMSI (International Mobile Station
International Mobile Station Identity
Internet Explorer cannot display
Internet telephony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
IP address
Location, current, opening in a Web
Log
Logging in
Login password
Assigning based on a MAC address . 100
Forgotten; what do I do? . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
K
M
MAC (Media Access Control) filter . . . . . 82, 87
L
MAC address
LAN panel of the Router tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
LBS (Location Based Services)
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MAC Filter panel of the Wi-Fi tab . . . . . . . . . .82
Manual Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Mapping service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Mechanical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Metric units, use for GPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
microSD card
Cannot connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Network operator
Network service
Network, corporate, accessing
No service
microSD Card panel of the Device
SD Card Information and Settings
microSD Shared Folder Name . . . . . . . . . . . .53
O
Online Help
Oops! This link appears to be broken . . . . 127
Operating temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Operator, network
N
NAP-ID (Network Access Provider ID) . . . . . .79
Network
4G Base Station ID (BSID) . . . . . . . . . . . .79
4G network access provider (NAP-ID) . .79
P
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Password, administrator
Password, Wi-Fi
Q
Questions, frequently asked (FAQ) . . . . . . . 116
Pay-as-you-go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Performance (GPS setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Performance Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Place for your device, tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Plug and Play, Universal (UPnP) . . . . . . . . . . .97
Port forwarding
R
Receive frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Remote Desktop, accessing . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Requirements
Disabling for an application . . . . . . . . . 102
Port triggering
Power button (on the device)
Interpreting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Power settings
USB powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Powering the device on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PRI version
Resetting the 3G/4G configuration to
Resetting the software to default settings . 105
RF (Radio Frequency) specifications . . . . . 133
Roaming
Router tab
Routing hardware
PRL update
Alert (update available) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Checking if available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
PRL version
Play sound when routing hardware
Resetting to default settings . . . . . . . . . 105
Problems
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Routing hardware settings reset
Signal strength
RSSI (signal strength)
Insufficient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Insufficient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Software
Resetting to default settings . . . . . . . . . 105
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Sounds
Specifications
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Sprint Location Services
S
Searching for Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Security
Network access, configuring . . . . . . . . . .87
SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) . . . . . . . .97
Security panel of the Wi-Fi tab . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Server, accessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Service plan, add additional options . . . . . 114
Service type
Session total data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Set Guest Password (for microSD card
Set Guest Username (for microSD card
Setting up the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Settings
Setup panel of the WAN tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Shared folder name, microSD card . . . . . . . .53
Short text messaging (SMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Signal Quality window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
SSID (Wi-Fi network name)
Storage guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
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Switchback wait time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
System events log
Tx (transmit) frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
U
Updates
Cannot check for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
USB
T
Temperature specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Temperature, critical (audio alert) . . . . . . . . . .71
Terminal sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Tethered connection
Text messaging (SMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Time acquisition method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Timeout
Connecting the device to your
Wi-Fi, disabling when connected
Connection timeout (cannot display
the home page) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Timestamp (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Transmitter power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Troubleshooting
V
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) . . . . . . . 103
VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) . . . . . . . 103
VPN
Cannot connect to the 3G/4G
Cannot connect to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Cannot display the home page . . . . . . 127
Turn Backlight Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
W
Wait time
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WAN tab
X
XP
Warning (EMI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Warning (software settings reset) . . . . . . . . 105
Website
Y
Sierra Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Welcome to Your Device window - Select
Wi-Fi
Cannot connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Configuring, overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Connected computers, displaying
Security and encryption protocols
Wi-Fi users information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Windows XP
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