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BroadbandAccess / NationalAccess™
USB760 MODEM
Product user guide
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Contents Welcome.....................................................................................................................................1
Wireless communications...........................................................................................................2
Safety hazards .....................................................................................................................................................................................................
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Welcome Congratulations on purchasing the Verizon Wireless USB760 Modem for BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess service! Before installing the USB760 Modem VZAccess Manager software and drivers, review this manual, which outlines the features of the USB760 Modem hardware. This dual-band USB Modem operates over the high-speed BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess networks in the 800/1900 bands enabling you to connect at high speeds to the Internet, your corporate Intranet, and your email while
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Wireless communications IMPORTANT Notice Due to the transmission and reception properties of wireless communications, data can occasionally be lost or delayed. This can be due to the variation in radio signal strength that results from changes in the characteristics of the radio transmission path. Although data loss is rare, the environment where you operate the modem may adversely affect communications. Variations in radio signal strength are referred to as fading. Fading is caused by
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While operating a vehicle o The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate a wireless data 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 countries, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offense. Limitation of liability The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Verizon Wir
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USB760 Modem Hardware: Overview Thank you for choosing the advanced and compact USB760 Modem with microSD™ memory support by Novatel Wireless! This 2-in-1 mini device empowers you with high-speed data access on the Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess wireless data network and it provides removable memory storage options all in one convenient and compact USB package. Along with the many advanced features of BroadbandAccess, such as data speeds up to 1.4Mbps, this device offers: • High Spee
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Care of Your USB760 Modem As with any electronic device, the USB760 Modem must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation. Verizon Wireless recommends the following handling guidelines: • Do not apply adhesive labels to the USB760 Modem; they may cause the device to potentially overheat and they may alter the performance of the antenna • The USB connector should plug easily into your computer’s Type A USB port. Forcing the device into a port may damage the connector. • Protect t
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Getting Started IMPORTANT: The USB760 Modem requires an activated account with Verizon Wireless in order to function. The modem can be activated three ways: • in a Verizon Wireless store • by contacting Verizon Wireless Telesales • self-activated through the Verizon Wireless activation website. Customer Service For Customer Service while in the U.S. or Canada, dial 1-800-922-0204. USB760 Modem System Requirements To install and use the USB760 Modem, your host computer must me
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Your Verizon Wireless USB760 Modem Your USB760 Modem has the following parts: Note: VZAccess Manager software is required to be installed on each device to support the modem. 1 . USB Connector 2. External Antenna Connector 3 . Protective Cap 4 . LED Indicator 5 . microSD™ Slot 6. Accessory Hook (on bottom of device; not shown) 1 2 3 4 5 1. USB Connector: Connects to your computing device via a Type A USB port. 2. Exte
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Service Status Indicator (LED) The USB760 Modem is designed with a status light that simply indicates whether or not the device is powered on and what the connection status is. LED Color Meaning LED not lit No Power to Modem LED GREEN - Solid Modem is powered but not transmitting or receiving LED GREEN – slow blinking Modem searching for a CDMA network LED GREEN – intermittent blinking Modem transmitting/receiving data; blinking rate proportional to data speed
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Ways to Access The Verizon Wireless USB760 Modem supports Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess service for a superior wireless data connection. BroadbandAccess/NationalAccess Now you can get the broadband-like speed you require to work efficiently outside the home or office. You can connect to the Internet, corporate intranet, check your email and download attachments with average download speeds of 400 - 700 Kbps. BroadbandAccess gives you the freedom to stay productiv
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How to Use Your USB760 Modem Basics The comprehensive Quick Reference Guide that was included in the box when you purchased your product and the VZAccess Manager Software User Guide details the installation and configuration of your USB760 Modem with the VZAccess Software. Using the Device for the First Time Follow these steps to begin using your USB760 Modem: IMPORTANT: Installation must be performed within a BroadbandAccess and/or NationalAccess coverage area. IMPORTANT: Before in
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Accessing the User Guides The User Guides may be easily accessed after VZAccess Manager has been installed. Your device includes two User Guides: • VZAccess Manager Software User Guide – Details the functions of VZAccess Manager • USB760 Modem Product User Guide – Details the USB760 Modem’s hardware features To access the User Guides: Windows 1. Insert the device into your computer’s USB port. 2. Go to My Computer > Devices with Removable Storage. 3. Right-click the VZAccess Manager i
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Inserting and Removing the USB760 Modem Inserting and Connecting the USB760 Modem When you connect the USB760 Modem, the following should occur once VZAccess Manager has been installed: • Under ideal conditions, the label of the USB760 Modem should be facing up. • The USB760 Modem is powered as soon as you connect it to the Type A USB port of your computing device. Although the modem is powered, it does not automatically connect to the Internet. • The LED indicator on the device lights
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Removing the USB760 Modem To remove the USB760 Modem, first terminate your Internet connection session and exit VZAccess Manager. Alternatively the USB760 Modem may be removed after the computing device is shutdown or turned off. IMPORTANT: Verify that all file transfers to the microSD card are complete before removing the device, otherwise you are at risk of losing data. Windows The USB760 Modem’s USB technology allows you to safely remove the USB760 Modem at any time when you are
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USB760 Modem Accessories There are a variety of optional accessories available for your device that are sold separately through Verizon Wireless and there are three easy ways to purchase them: • Shop online anytime at www.verizonwireless.com • Call us at 1866 VZ GOT IT (894 6848) • Visit one of the Verizon Wireless Communication Stores Accessories • External Antenna Option • microSD™ Memory Card up to 8 GB • Lanyard and Keychain (included with your purchase)
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External Antenna Option This device is equipped with an external antenna option. NOTE: Your device does not come with an external antenna. To access the External Antenna Connector: 1. Locate the External Antenna Connector on the side of the device. 2. Remove the rubber protector to expose the External Antenna Connector. (Keep the rubber protector in a safe place for future use in order to protect the External Antenna Connector from debris when not in use). How to Insert and Us
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To Save Information on the microSD Card Saving files to the microSD Memory Card on the USB760 Modem follow the same principles as saving files to any external flash drive per your specific operating system. Windows Insert the USB760 Modem into your computer’s USB port (See Inserting And Removing USB760 Modem, beginning on page 12). • The computer detects new hardware and the Unplug/Eject icon appears in the taskbar. • You may save files to the USB760 Modem two ways: Save download f
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Mac OS X Save download files directly to the USB760 Modem: 1. In the Save to: box, click the down arrow to view the contents of the pull down menu. 2. Select the USB760 Modem which may appear as No Name in the Finder sidebar. 3. Type a name for the file you are saving to the USB760 Modem and click Save. Save files from an Application: 1. When saving files directly from an application to the USB760 Modem, go to File > Save (or Save As...). 2. In the Save in: box, click the down arrow to
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To Open Files from the microSD Card Windows 1. Ensure the USB760 Modem is properly inserted in the computing device. (See Inserting and Removing the USB760 Modem, beginning on page 12). 2. Go to My Computer and locate the USB760 Modem as Mass Storage or Removable Storage with a letter assigned to it (i.e. E:, F:, G:, etc). Double-click to open the window and view the contents. MAC 1. Ensure the USB760 Modem is properly inserted in the computing device (See Inserting and Removing the US
