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Connecting to the Internet
With your new wireless device and your computer, a wireless Internet connection can always be at your fingertips.
Refer to the User Guides on your device to see how easy it is to get connected. The
Fivespot
may be used with or without the
USB cable. There are two methods to connect the device to your computer: USB cable or Wi-Fi.
NOTE
:
The Fivespot needs to be manually powered off then powered on in order to switch between USB and Wi-Fi
connection modes. When the Fivespot is powered on after connecting with the computer, it will be in USB mode.
When the Fivespot is powered on without connecting to the computer, it will be in Wi-Fi mode.
Connecting your device with the USB cable
When you connect using the USB cable and then power ON the Fivespot, the following should occur:
• The
turns on (green).
• If you are in 3G coverage, the 3G icon will turn green.
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• Launch VZAccess Manager (if not open already) to connect to Mobile Broadband.
Unplugging your device when connected with the USB cable
1.
End your Internet session by selecting
Disconnect
from VZAccess Manager.
2.
Exit VZAccess Manager.
3.
Simply pull the USB cable from your computer and press and hold the
POWER
button to power off your Fivespot.
Connecting your device via Wi-Fi (no USB Cable)
NOTE:
It is recommended the battery be fully charged in order to use the Fivespot in Wi-Fi mode for the first time, or
connect the Fivespot to an AC outlet using the AC wall charger provided.
Ensure the power is off and that the USB cable is NOT connected to the computer. The following should occur after you press
and hold the
Power
button:
• Your device is powered on and the Signal icon lights up.
• Once your device is powered and has been activated, it automatically connects to the Internet, provided that Mobile Broadband