Verizon Wireless MIFI MiFi 2200 User Manual Download

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Mobile Broadband with USB Cable Mode

If you chose to connect the device to your computer with the USB cable, you can use the MiFi 2200
device as a USB modem to connect your computer to the mobile broadband network.

Connect the device to a computer

➊

Connect the device to your computer’s USB port with the included microUSB cable.
See

Connect the Device to the Computer with the USB Cable

on page 17.

➊

➋

Turn on the device so both LEDs are lit and green. Although the device is powered on, it
does not automatically connect to the Internet.

➊

➌

If sound effects are enabled, the computer might beep.

Connect To and Disconnect From the Network

➊

Open an Internet Browser window.

➊

➋

Log on to MiFi Settings. See

Configuring MiFi Settings

on page 27.

➊

➌

Connect to the network using MiFi Settings.

Summary of Contents for MIFI MiFi 2200

Page 1: ...Mobile Broadband NationalAccess MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot Product user guide...

Page 2: ...nment Export Administration Act Compliance Clause It is forbidden by US law to export license or otherwise transfer the software drivers or Derivative Works to any country where such transfer is prohi...

Page 3: ...14 Power Off 14 Connect the Device to the Computer using Wi Fi 15 Activate Your Device 16 Activate Your Device the First Time You Connect to MiFi Settings 16 Connect the Device to the Computer with t...

Page 4: ...ng a Profile Not Currently in Use 35 Buttons 36 LAN 37 Buttons 38 Password 39 Change the Administration Password 39 MAC Filter 40 Enable MAC Filter 40 Find the MAC Address on a Computer 41 Add a Devic...

Page 5: ...Solutions 57 Technical Support 59 Customer Service 59 Data Technical Support 59 Product Specifications and Regulatory Information 60 Product Specifications 61 General 61 Technology Bands 61 Environmen...

Page 6: ...Overview Components Power Management Caring for Your Device Getting Started 1...

Page 7: ...ile Broadband wireless data network as well as Wi Fi connectivity Features Connect to High Speed Wireless Data Mobile Broadband and NationalAccess Benefit from Wi Fi Connectivity Choose between Two Op...

Page 8: ...r higher Vista 7 NOTE Windows 2000 SP3 and SP4 Windows XP SP1 require specific OS patches For details go to www vzam net Mac OS X v10 4 or higher Internet browser software For example Microsoft Intern...

Page 9: ...y install themselves on your computer The modem drivers are included on the device no CD required The device has two modes Mobile Broadband USB Cable mode and Wi Fi mode USB Cable mode Charge the batt...

Page 10: ...us LED Shows your mobile broadband connection status See LED States on page 6 Network Name and Password Label The pre configured name of your network SSID and your network password also called a netwo...

Page 11: ...e is powered on but is not transmitting or receiving data The device is on and searching for a network and does not have service The device is transmitting or receiving data The blink rate is proporti...

Page 12: ...se the device when it is plugged into a wall socket The MiFi battery charges while it is plugged in USB power from a computer You can use the device as a USB modem while plugged into the USB port of a...

Page 13: ...for a long time may take more time to charge When charging your battery keep it near room temperature When storing your battery keep it uncharged in a cool dark dry place Never expose batteries to te...

Page 14: ...mperatures Do not apply adhesive labels to the device they might cause the device to potentially overheat and they might alter the performance of the antenna The USB connector should plug easily into...

Page 15: ...Accessing the Network Using the Device for the First Time Configuring Wi Fi Mode Using the Device After Setup is Complete Accessing the User Guides Using the Device 2...

Page 16: ...VDO Rev 0 Download typical download speeds of 400 700 kbps Upload typical upload speeds of 60 80 kbps Subject to Customer Agreement Calling Plan credit approval other service terms Mobile Broadband Re...

Page 17: ...Fi See Connect the Device to the Computer with the USB Cable on page 17 If you chose to connect using Wi Fi only skip this step If you chose to connect using a USB cable install the modem drivers the...

Page 18: ...To insert and charge the battery Open the battery compartment located on the bottom of the device Insert the battery by lining up the gold colored contact points on the battery with the gold colored c...

Page 19: ...se the risk that your device will overheat catch fire or explode resulting in serious bodily injury death or property damage You are now ready to connect to MiFi Settings using your computer s Wi Fi c...

Page 20: ...n your operating system and whether you use the native application or third party software Generally you click an icon in the Windows notification area where you can select View Available Wireless Net...

Page 21: ...activated three ways in a Verizon Wireless store by contacting Verizon Wireless Telesales self activation on the device as part of connecting to MiFi Settings Activate Your Device the First Time You...

Page 22: ...to your computer s USB port The cable should fit easily into the port Do not force the cable into the port as this might damage both the cable and the port NOTE If you have difficulty inserting the ca...

Page 23: ...the press the Return or Enter key to connect to MiFi Settings The first time you connect to MiFi Settings an activation wizard opens See Activate Your Device the First Time You Connect to MiFi Setting...

Page 24: ...connected to the network Quick removal End your Mobile Broadband session in MiFi Settings Gently grip the USB cable on both sides and pull straight out to avoid damaging the USB connectors Standard u...

Page 25: ...ce is wireless using Wi Fi IMPORTANT The battery must be fully charged before you configure Wi Fi mode See Insert and Charge the Battery on page 13 Configure Security for The MiFi 2200 Device The MiFi...

Page 26: ...ftware Generally you click an icon in the Windows notification area where you can select View Available Wireless Networks or click the Airport icon in the menu bar on a Mac If you are unfamiliar with...

Page 27: ...device is not connected to a computer The MiFi 2200 device is powered on as soon as you press the power button and the Power Button LED becomes green Once the MiFi 2200 device is powered on and has b...

Page 28: ...otspot follow these steps Connect to MiFi Settings and log in See Configuring MiFi Settings on page 27 Go to the Wi Fi screen See Wi Fi on page 33 On the Wi Fi screen select Temporary Hotspot as the s...

Page 29: ...s USB port with the included microUSB cable See Connect the Device to the Computer with the USB Cable on page 17 Turn on the device so both LEDs are lit and green Although the device is powered on it...

Page 30: ...25 Accessing the User Guides To order a printed copy of the user manual please call 1 800 922 0204 To download a copy please visit support vzw com phones...

Page 31: ...Configuring MiFi Settings Welcome Home Wi Fi LAN Password MAC Filter Port Filtering Advanced Settings Config File Diagnostics Port Forwarding Power Management MiFi Settings 3...

Page 32: ...find the MiFi 2200 network name Tip The steps to connect to a Wi Fi network vary depending on your operating system and whether you use the native application or third party software Generally you cli...

Page 33: ...fter connecting and prior to logging in It contains status information about the MiFi 2200 device but does not allow changes until after you log in Login Type the password the default password is admi...

Page 34: ...ery Status The current charge level of the battery Internet Connection This section provides more information about the MiFi 2200 device s Internet connection 3G connection If no Internet connection c...

Page 35: ...hen you log in you can change the profile Network Name The network name SSID used by the current Wi Fi profile Security The security method used by the current Wi Fi profile Users The number of users...

Page 36: ...e browser interface Status and Menu Bar After you log in to MiFi Settings the status bar on the Welcome screen changes to include the navigation menu This helps you navigate to the configuration pages...

Page 37: ...he profile menu you can choose from Secure recommended Temporary Hotspot and Open IMPORTANT Changing the profile ends all Wi Fi connections to the MiFi 2200 device including the current connection to...

Page 38: ...nology used 802 11g 802 11b is most compatible allowing both 802 11b devices and 802 11g devices to connect to the wireless network Channel If available select Auto With this setting the MiFi 2200 dev...

Page 39: ...y Temporary Hotspot This profile allows you set up a temporary hotspot to allow others nearby maximum of five to go online at the same time Open This profile is not secure and should be avoided Settin...

Page 40: ...en you can reconnect IMPORTANT Changing the Network Name SSID security method or network key Wi Fi passkey ends all Wi Fi connections to the MiFi 2200 device including the current connection to MiFi S...

Page 41: ...device The Apply button applies changes to the current profile The Revert button returns changed profile settings to the previous settings The Generate button available for the Temporary Hotspot prof...

Page 42: ...s standard for small class C networks If you change the LAN IP Address ensure you use the correct Subnet Mask for the IP address range containing the LAN IP address MAC Address The Media Access Contro...

Page 43: ...hysical Address Date Time The date time the device was detected by the network Buttons The Refresh button re loads the LAN screen to show changes to the list of connected devices such as a device that...

Page 44: ...nistration password follow these steps Type your current password in the Current Password box Type the new password it must have between 4 and 64 characters in the New Password box Type it again in th...

Page 45: ...computer in the MAC Filter Trusted Client List then only those devices can connect to the MiFi 2200 device Trusted devices still need the correct network name SSID and network key Wi Fi passkey NOTE...

Page 46: ...rom the cmd window To run ipconfig all select Start All Programs or Programs Accessories Command Prompt to open the Command Prompt window Then type ipconfig all and press the Return or Enter key On a...

Page 47: ...on the device in the Trusted Client List to select it Click Delete Buttons Delete Client removes a device from the Trusted Client List Add Client adds the MAC address typed in the Add Trusted Client M...

Page 48: ...disables the Port Filtering feature When the feature is enabled checked you must select a port filtering application in the Allowed Applications list to allow that application to connect to the Inter...

Page 49: ...current application Click Apply when you finish defining all applications Port Definition Panel This allows you to define the ports used by this application The background shading and dialog title in...

Page 50: ...System Access Point The SSID broadcast enable checkbox enables or disables the SSID broadcast feature If this is enabled the MiFi 2200 wireless network appears in the AvailableWireless Networks list o...

Page 51: ...d IP address set on the client The VPN Pass through enable checkbox enables or disables the VPN Passthrough feature If this is enabled this feature allows VPN clients to connect through the MiFi 2200...

Page 52: ...device It does not contain any data for the 3G module The Config File screen is divided into two sections Config File Download and Config File Upload Config File Download Click Download File to downl...

Page 53: ...nfig file is immediately applied and the MiFi 2200 device restarts WARNING Uploading a configuration file changes ALL of the existing settings to match the configuration file If the Wi Fi settings cha...

Page 54: ...o view the system log This screen is used mostly for troubleshooting and is not required for normal operation System Information This section contains detailed information about the MiFi 2200 device A...

Page 55: ...s various operations and is mostly used for troubleshooting Global Traffic Counters These counters record incoming and outgoing Internet traffic They continue incrementing until you click Restart Coun...

Page 56: ...tatus on page 50 System Log See System Status on page 50 Restart Counters See Global Traffic Counters on page 50 Connection Log See Global Traffic Counters on page 50 Restart Restart the MiFi 2200 dev...

Page 57: ...network Normally incoming traffic from the Internet is blocked You need to use Port Forwarding to allow Internet users to access any server you are running on your computer such as a Web server FTP s...

Page 58: ...e the application name Enable the corresponding application on this screen by selecting its checkbox Save your changes by clicking Apply Click Home to go to the Home screen and make a note of the MiFi...

Page 59: ...d Standby timer When powered by the battery the MiFi 2200 device switches to Standby mode after being idle for the selected time period provided that no Wi Fi devices are connected to the MiFi To prev...

Page 60: ...Overview Common Problems and Solutions Technical Support Troubleshooting 4...

Page 61: ...nt problem or a network problem The following tips can help solve many common problems encountered while using the device First Steps Make sure you are using the device in the correct geographic regio...

Page 62: ...creen with a cursor or an error message about a non bootable disk This behavior is similar to using any non bootable CD in your CD ROM drive I cannot install the modem drivers You might not have admin...

Page 63: ...about five seconds How do I reset the Access Point and Router settings back to factory settings When the MiFi is in Wi Fi mode you can connect to MiFi Settings by connecting your computer to the MiFi...

Page 64: ...while in the U S or Canada call 1 800 922 0204 Data Technical Support For additional information and technical support Verizon wireless devices you can visit the Verizon Wireless Data Technical Suppor...

Page 65: ...Product Specifications Regulatory Statements Wireless Communications Limited Warranty and Liability Safety Hazards Proper Battery Use and Disposal Product Specifications and Regulatory Information 5...

Page 66: ...arging from the AC Charger Time required for full charge when charging from the computer microUSB cable 1150 mAh 2 5 hours when not in use 7 8 hours when not in use Chip Set QUALCOMM QSC6085 Interface...

Page 67: ...you are 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 the receiver...

Page 68: ...device that are not expressly approved by Novatel Wireless Inc may void your authority to operate the equipment RF Exposure Content FCC Equipment Authorization ID PKRNVWMiFi2200 This device is only au...

Page 69: ...SS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE The exclusive remedy for a claim under this warranty shall be limited to the r...

Page 70: ...facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders and any other area where you would n...

Page 71: ...sensitive to electrostatic discharge ESD Macintosh native connection software might attempt to reinitialize the device should a substantial electrostatic discharge reset the device If the software is...

Page 72: ...to fire explosion or other hazard Only use the battery for the system for which it was specified Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard U...

Page 73: ...Glossary 6...

Page 74: ...igns temporary IP addresses to clients logging into an IP network DHCP Server A server or service with a server that assigns IP addresses DNS Domain Name System A system for converting host names and...

Page 75: ...number for a physical piece of mobile station equipment Mbps Megabits per second microSD microSDHC A small removable flash memory card available in various storage sizes Some products have a slot that...

Page 76: ...S is also known as text messaging SSID Service Set IDentifier The name assigned to a WiFi network TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The set of communications protocols used for th...

Page 77: ...uses the 802 11 standard developed and released in 1997 by the IEEE WiFi Client A wireless device that connects to the Internet via WiFi WPA WPA2 WiFi Protected Access A security protocol for wireles...

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