Verizon Wireless MIFI MiFi 2200, User Manual

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Configuring MiFi Settings
You can configure the Wi-Fi settings on your device using the easy-to-use MiFi Settings Web-based
User Interface (MiFi Settings). It allows you to manage, monitor, and customize your Wi-Fi and
Mobile Broadband connection when the device is in Wi-Fi mode.
The following sections describe how to connect to MiFi Settings, as well as each screen and the
corresponding functionality.
Connect to MiFi Settings
➊ ➊
Be sure both the MiFi 2200 device and your computer are turned on. Be sure both LEDs are
green and lit.
The MiFi 2200 device broadcasts its own network name (SSID). The network name and
password are printed on a sticker affixed to the back cover of the MiFi 2200 device.
➊ ➋
Open your computer’s Wi-Fi manager (Windows) or AirPort menu (Mac OS X), and 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 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
wireless networking on your computer, consult the computer help system.
➊ ➌
Connect to the network as you normally would connect to a Wi-Fi network, using the
password found on the sticker affixed to the back cover of the MiFi 2200 device.
➊ ➍
Open an Internet Browser window on your computer. Type http://192.168.1.1 into the address
bar and the press the Return or Enter key to connect to MiFi Settings.
The Welcome screen opens. See Welcome on page 28.
➊ ➎
Type the password admin in the Login field in the upper right corner of the window.
The Welcome screen changes to the Home screen. See Home on page 31.