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AirCard® 580 Wireless Modem
User Guide
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Preface 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 Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in da
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User Guide 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. Not withstanding 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, o
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Preface Contact Sales Desk: Phone: 1-604-232-1488 Information Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Pacific Time E-mail: sales@sierrawireless.com Post: Sierra Wireless 13811 Wireless Way, Richmond, BC Canada V6V 3A4 Fax: 1-604-231-1109 Web: www.sierrawireless.com Your comments and suggestions on improving this documen- tation are welcome and appreciated. Please e-mail your feedback to documentation@sierrawireless.com. Thank you. Consult our website for up-to-date product descriptions, documentat
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Table of Contents 1: Introducing the AirCard 580 Wireless Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Feature summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Verizon Wireless Broadb
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AirCard 580 User Guide Auto-connect alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Auto-connection failure alert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Call lost alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Card eject warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Conn
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1 1: Introducing the AirCard® 580 Wireless Modem •Welcome • Package contents • Feature summary • System components • Care and maintenance Welcome Note: Do not insert the AirCard The AirCard® 580 wireless modem is a dual-band wireless into your PC Card slot prior to PC Card that provides true wireless Internet access leveraging installing the software. It is Verizon Wireless’ premier high-speed data networks, Broad- SM SM important to install the software bandAccess and NationalAccess . It
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User Guide A Type II PC card wireless modem The AirCard fits into the standard (Type II) PC Card slot available on most notebook PCs. Once installed and configured, the AirCard 580 connects to the high-speed third generation (3G) CDMA wireless network. You just insert the AirCard 580, allow Watcher to autolaunch, click connect, then launch your Internet browser—you’re on-line! Verizon Wireless SM NationalAccess/BroadbandAccess The AirCard 580 operates on Verizon Wireless N
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Introducing the AirCard® 580 Wireless Modem A 32-bit Cardbus electrical interface that extends battery life. An Activation Wizard (page 14) to assist with configuring your CDMA accounts. Customized settings for alerts, auto-connection, and more. TM Supports Venturi Wireless network optimization software to boost performance while surfing the web. System components Your AirCard 580 wireless modem is just one part of a system designed to provide you with a wide range of communication
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User Guide The AirCard comes with a CD containing this software: The Watcher application required to manage the AirCard and monitor your connections. (This User Guide outlines the details of Watcher). The driver software that enables communication between ® the AirCard and your Windows operating system. The driver and application software must be installed before you insert the AirCard 580 for the first time. Detailed instruc- tions are provided in Chapter 3: “Installation Procedures”,
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Introducing the AirCard® 580 Wireless Modem Care and maintenance As with any electronic device, the AirCard must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation. Follow these guidelines in using and storing the AirCard: Do not apply adhesive labels to the AirCard. This may cause the AirCard to become jammed inside the card slot. Optimal signal strength is usually obtained when the antenna is perpendicular to the modem. The antenna should bend easily at the hinge. Do not forcefully ben
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2 2: Getting Started • The AirCard 580 software • Your account and Before you can begin using the AirCard 580 wireless modem, you must: coverage area 1. Install the Watcher software and the AirCard drivers. Note: Do not insert the AirCard 2. Obtain a CDMA account (if this wasn’t done when you 580 into your notebook’s PC purchased the card). card slot until you are prompted 3. Activate an account and configure the AirCard to use your to do so by Watcher. account (unless the AirCard has bee
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User Guide Note: Additional fees may apply Roaming agreement - If you are within the coverage area when roaming. of a network that is not operated by Verizon Wireless , you can only obtain service if your plan includes roaming. Account provisions - Your account may restrict your usage to certain networks or limit the amount of time you can use the network. Visit the Verizon Wireless website for coverage maps and detailed roaming information. Unless your AirCard has been pre-activated, W
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User Guide 3 3: Installation Procedures • Overview • Part 1: AirCard 580 software installation • Part 2: Inserting and removing the AirCard 580 and driver installation • Part 3: Activating the Overview AirCard 580 with a This chapter is separated into three parts that guide you service provider through the steps necessary to install and to begin using the AirCard 580. Note: Do not insert the The basic steps are: AirCard 580 into your PC Card 1. Insert the AirCard 580 installation CD in
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User Guide Table 3-1: System Resource Requirements (cont.) Processor Pentium 150 MHz or higher Memory at least 32 MB Disk Space at least 14 MB Dial-up Networking DUN bound to TCP/IP Part 1: AirCard 580 software installation Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP installation procedures To install Watcher and the AirCard 580 drivers: Windows 2000 & XP: You may require administrative privileges to install the AirCard 580. 1. The Installation CD launches automatically. Select Install Watcher and a we
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Installation Procedures Windows Me: It is recommended that your restart your PC at this time before proceeding with the insertion of the AirCard 580 and driver installation. Windows 98 SE: Allow your notebook PC to fully restart before proceeding with the insertion of the AirCard 580 and driver instal- lation. 4. Skip to step 5 if you did not check the option Run Watcher at Start up from the Setup window (refer to step 3). Skip to step 6 if you did check the option Run Watcher at Start up f
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User Guide Part 2: Inserting and removing the AirCard 580 and driver installation This section outlines proper insertion and removal of the AirCard 580 into your notebook PC and explains the steps of driver installation. Inserting the AirCard 580 To insert the AirCard 580 into your notebook PC: Note: Before inserting the 1. Insert the AirCard 580 into the PC Card slot with the label AirCard 580 into your PC Card facing up. Then, raise the antenna so that it is fully slot, it is recomme
