Virgin Mini WiFi Modem Guide de l'utilisateur

User Guide©2012 Sierra Wireless, the Sierra Wireless logo, and the red wave design are trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Other marks are the property of

2 Getting StartedSection 1AAbout This GuideYour device allows you to easily connect to the Internet and to share your 3G or 4G connection. This

92 Settings● MSID (Mobile Station ID) — Also known as IMSI (International Mobile Station Identity), the MSID is an identifier of a device on th

Settings 93SettingsSection 5IGPS Settings⽧ Setting the GPS Mode (page 93)⽧ Setting the GPS Fix Rate (page 94)⽧ Using Metric Units (page 94)⽧ Ch

94 SettingsSetting the GPS Fix RateThe GPS fix rate determines how often GPS fixes are obtained. This option is available only if the fix mode

Settings 95SettingsAccuracyThe accuracy setting determines how accurate the location information is.1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advance

96 SettingsSection 5JConfiguring the Router Tab⽧ Basic Panel (page 96)⽧ LAN Panel (page 97)⽧ Port Forward Panel (page 101)⽧ Port Trigger Panel

Settings 97Settings● Port Triggering — You can set the device to monitor outgoing data on specific port numbers (trigger ports). (See “Port Tri

98 SettingsFrom this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:● Router IP Address — This is the routing

Settings 99SettingsIf DNS Relay is set to Disable, the routing hardware rejects DNS requests targeting the internal DNS proxy. The DNS Relay fi

100 SettingsEnter a number between 2 and 10080.● Max DHCP Clients — This is the number of DHCP addresses that can be assigned and active at one

Settings 101SettingsDNS ModeThe DNS Mode setting specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate with) are obtained.1.

Getting Started 3Getting StartedSection 1BSystem RequirementsTo use your Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot, the following are required:● One o

102 SettingsEnabling Port ForwardingBefore you can use or configure Port Forwarding, you must enable it.1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Adv

Settings 103SettingsPort Trigger PanelSome applications require multiple ports open for communication, many of which may be initiated by a comp

104 Settings9. Click Add.10. Click Save.Removing Ports From the Port Triggering List1. Make sure you’ve enabled port triggering. (See “Enabling

Settings 105SettingsConfiguring DMZ1. Make sure you’ve enabled DMZ. (See “Enabling DMZ” on page 104.)2. Click Advanced Settings > Router >

106 SettingsResetting the Software to Default Settings (Through the Reset Button)1. Using slight thumb pressure, slide the battery compartment

Settings 107Settings4. Replace the battery compartment cover.5. Check the device LCD. If it displays “Reset to factory defaults? Press to acc

108 SettingsSection 5KExporting and Importing Settings⽧ Exporting Settings (page 108)⽧ Importing Settings (page 108)Exporting SettingsSettings

Settings 109SettingsSection 5LLogs⽧ Available Logs (page 109)⽧ Connection History (page 109)⽧ System Events (page 110)⽧ Setting the Method Used

110 SettingsSystem EventsYou can enable or disable, as a group, the logging of the following events:● Software update available● Primary WAN fa

Settings 111SettingsSetting the Method Used for Time AcquisitionTime information is stored in the connection history log and system events log.

Section 5MSetup Pages⽧ Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an Option (page 112)Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an OptionThe Welcome to Your

Section 6Resources

114 ResourcesSection 6AMore Information⽧ Visiting the Virgin Mobile Website (page 114)⽧ Contacting Customer Service (page 114)Visiting the Virg

Resources 115ResourcesSection 6BFrequently Asked Questions⽧ How Can I Tell I’m Connected to 3G or 4G? (page 115)⽧ How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi? (p

116 ResourcesLinuxPlease see the user documentation of the Linux distribution.Other operating systemsPlease see the user documentation for your

Resources 117ResourcesWhat Do I Do if the Home Page Displays “Charging paused”?If the text after the battery icon (on the home page) includes “

118 Resources3. Determine the COM port number that your Sierra Wireless device (that is, your Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot) is using.In t

Resources 119ResourcesSection 6CTips⽧ Extending Battery Life (page 119)⽧ Device Location (page 120)⽧ Improving Signal Strength (page 120)⽧ Impr

120 ResourcesDevice Location● Avoid moisture or extreme temperatures.● For improved reception, place the device near a closed window.● Place yo

Resources 121Resources2. Double-click Network adapters.3. Double-click the Wi-Fi client network adapter of your computer — for example, “Intel(

Section 2Your Device

122 ResourcesFinding the MAC AddressYou’ll need to know the MAC address of a device when:● Assigning an IP address based on a MAC address (when

Resources 123Resources● Static DHCP featuresThe steps to finding the IP address of a device vary, depending on your operating system.Windows1.

124 ResourcesSection 6DTroubleshooting Tips⽧ General Tips (page 124)⽧ LCD Is Dark (page 125)⽧ Insufficient Signal Strength (page 125)⽧ Messages

Resources 125ResourcesLCD Is DarkThe following table describes situations that can cause the LCD to be dark (that is, not displaying any text o

126 Resources3. If the “Activation failed” message is still displayed, contact Customer Service and have the following available:䡲 Your billing

Resources 127ResourcesUpdate FailedIf this message appears on the device LCD or in the Software Update Available alert window (after you’ve att

128 ResourcesCannot Connect Through USBIf your computer cannot connect to the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot through the micro-USB cable:1.

Resources 129Resources● If DHCP is enabled on the device, make sure DHCP is enabled on your computer. (See “DHCP” on page 99.)● Check your Web

130 ResourcesFor best results, minimize the number of obstructions between your device and the GPS satellites.GPS Fix Not AvailableMake sure yo

Section 7Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information

6 Your DeviceSection 2ADevice Basics⽧ Components of Your Device (page 8)⽧ 3G and 4G Networks (page 8)⽧ Package Contents (page 9)⽧ Care and Main

132 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationSection 7ATechnical Specifications⽧ LED Operation (page 132)⽧ Radio

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 133Specifications and RegulatorySoftware SpecificationsCDMA (3G) speci

134 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationEnvironmental SpecificationsMechanical SpecificationsOperating temp

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 135Specifications and RegulatorySection 7BSafety Information⽧ Importan

136 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationProper Battery Use and DisposalTo ensure safe and responsible batte

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 137Specifications and RegulatorySection 7CRegulatory NoticesThe design

138 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationThis device complies with Parts 15 and 27 of the FCC Rules. Operati

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 139Specifications and RegulatorySection 7DLegal⽧ Patents (page 139)⽧ L

140 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Informationsoftware (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receiv

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 141Specifications and Regulatory2. You may modify your copy or copies

Your Device 7Your DeviceYour device provides a simple way to use your 3G or 4G Internet connection with any Wi-Fi-enabled device, and to share

142 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationIf distribution of executable or object code is made by offering ac

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 143Specifications and Regulatory9. The Free Software Foundation may pu

144 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationThis program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modif

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 145Specifications and RegulatoryKevin GibbsJohn EstabrookNational Labo

146 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationTHIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 147Specifications and RegulatoryThis product includes cryptographic so

148 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationOTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 149Specifications and Regulatory2. The name(s) of the authors of this

150 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationTHE AUTHORS OF THIS SOFTWARE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES WITH REGARD TO

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 151Specifications and RegulatoryIN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS AND COPY

8 Your DeviceComponents of Your DeviceYour device consists of these main components:● Wi-Fi access pointThe Wi-Fi access point connects your co

Copyright©2012 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval.Limitation of LiabilityThe inf

Index 153IndexIndexNumerics3GOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83G panel of the WAN tab . . . . . . . . . . .

154 IndexAdministrator + Guest (microSD card access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51Administrator Only (micro

Index 155IndexCannot connect to the 3G/4G network . . 129Cannot connect to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127Cannot display the home

156 IndexData Sent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Data statistics for the current connection session . . . . . . .

Index 157IndexEnter standby mode (playing a sound) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 69, 74Environmental specifications

158 IndexFAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) . . . 115Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Troubleshooting . . . .

Index 159IndexLegal information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Liability, limitation of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

160 IndexMTU Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Mute switch, location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17NNA

Index 161IndexLocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Pressing, results of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Tu

Your Device 9Your DevicePackage ContentsYour package includes:● Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless● Battery compartment cove

162 IndexRTS Threshold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Rx (receive) frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132SSafari b

Index 163IndexStandby current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Standby modeDescription . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

164 IndexConnecting the device to your computer through USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Location of USB slot on the device . . . . .9Power

Index 165IndexWindows XP, improving Wi-Fi performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120Wireless speakers . . . . . . .

10 Your DeviceBatteryThe battery compartment is on the back of the device. The battery is replaceable. If you need a new battery, visit the Sie

Your Device 11Your Device3. Replace the battery compartment cover.Connecting Through USBUse the micro-USB cable (included) to connect the devic

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12 Your DeviceTo connect the device to your computer:1. Insert the larger end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.2. Insert the other end

Your Device 13Your DeviceCharging Through Your Computer1. Make sure your computer is turned on.2. Insert the larger end of the micro-USB cable

14 Your Device2. If the LCD is blank, press and hold the power button until the device powers on.Turning Your Device Off䊳 Press and hold the

Your Device 15Your DeviceControlling the Device Using the Power ButtonType of press ResultQuick press● Removes device from standby (low power)

16 Your DeviceLCDIf the LCD is not lit, see “Turning Your Device On” on page 13.Interpreting the LCDThe LCD shows icons and text that reflect t

Your Device 17Your DeviceLCD Information ScreensThe LCD of the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot can display, on separate screens, summary inf

18 Your Device

Section 3Getting Your Device Ready

20 Getting Your Device ReadySection 3ASetting Up Your Device⽧ Device Setup (page 20)⽧ Account Setup (Activation Wizard) (page 21)⽧ Changing the

Getting Your Device Ready 21Getting Your Device Ready6. On your computer, connect to the Wi-Fi network listed on the device LCD. If you don’t k

Table of ContentsSection 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11A. About This Gu

22 Getting Your Device ReadyChanging the Password and SettingsDuring the device setup, you can select Set up my Overdrive Pro to change the fol

Getting Your Device Ready 23Getting Your Device Ready● WPA2-Personal AES — This is a stronger, newer security standard that is limited to newer

24 Getting Your Device Ready● WEP 128 Bit - Shared — This option provides security, but it’s relatively weak (but stronger than WEP 64 Bit - Sh

Section 4Using Your Device

26 Using Your DeviceSection 4AConnecting Through USB● TRU-Install (page 26)● Requirements for a USB Tethered Connection (page 26)● Making a Tet

Using Your Device 27Using Your DeviceMaking a Tethered ConnectionWindowsTo install the device driver on Windows:1. Make sure the device is turn

28 Using Your DeviceConnecting the Device to Your Computer1. Insert the larger end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.2. Insert the othe

Using Your Device 29Using Your DeviceSection 4BBrowser Interface Home Page⽧ Displaying the Home Page of the Device (page 31)⽧ Logging On as an

30 Using Your DeviceAWhen you click an icon or the text next to it, a window opens to the right (see the screenshot on page 40). The window con

Using Your Device 31Using Your DeviceDisplaying the Home Page of the DeviceTo display the home page, type one of the following in the address b

Sharing Your Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Ending Your Network Connection . . .

32 Using Your DeviceVirtual DeviceThe right half of the home page contains an image of your device.This is a “virtual device” — it reflects mos

Using Your Device 33Using Your DeviceTo save space on your monitor, you can close the home page and move the Mini Window to the side of your mo

34 Using Your DeviceSection 4CAlerts⽧ 3G Activation Required (page 34)⽧ GPS Privacy Agreement (page 35)⽧ SD Card Error (page 35)⽧ Software Upda

Using Your Device 35Using Your DeviceIf you selected No, I need to create an account and get an Account Number and MSID:a. A new window will op

36 Using Your DeviceIf it works in the other device, the card slot on your device may have a problem.If the card doesn’t work in the other comp

Using Your Device 37Using Your DeviceSection 4DYour Network Connection⽧ Launching Your Network Connection (page 37)⽧ Sharing Your Connection (p

38 Using Your DeviceEnding Your Network Connection1. Make sure you’re logged in to the home page.2. Click Disconnect on the Virtual Device or i

Using Your Device 39Using Your DeviceSection 4EIcons and Text⽧ Signal Information (page 40)⽧ Mobile Broadband Information and Settings (page 41

40 Using Your DeviceIf you click an icon or the text, a window opens with additional information, as shown in the following screenshot.If you’r

Using Your Device 41Using Your DeviceCINR stands for Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise Ratio and is a measurement of signal effectiveness.The

Low Battery Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Critical Battery Level Ale

42 Using Your DeviceIf you don’t have 4G coverage, you can save power by selecting 3G Only.To automatically connect to the network upon loss of

Using Your Device 43Using Your DeviceConfiguring the SettingsWhen you’re logged in, the following settings are available.View privacy agreement

44 Using Your Device● You don’t recognize a listed computer.● You have lots of data to transfer (you want to be the sole user of the bandwidth)

Using Your Device 45Using Your Device䡲 Long Range — This setting allows you to use your wireless devices farther from your Overdrive Pro 3G/4G

46 Using Your Device䡲 Default Gateway — This is the address of the node on the computer network that the network software uses when an IP addre

Using Your Device 47Using Your DeviceSounds Information and SettingsThe sounds icon ( ) shows whether the device speaker is on.Click the sounds

48 Using Your DeviceSection 4FHome Page Buttons⽧ Top Row of the Home Page Buttons (page 48)⽧ Bottom Row of the Home Page Buttons (page 50)Top R

Using Your Device 49Using Your DeviceAdvanced SettingsFrom the Advanced Settings window you can configure all the settings of the device and th

50 Using Your DeviceBottom Row of the Home Page ButtonsThese buttons are displayed below the Virtual Device.Connect/Disconnect ButtonThis butto

Using Your Device 51Using Your DeviceSection 4GUsing the microSD Card⽧ Before Using the microSD Card Slot (page 51)⽧ Inserting a microSD Card (

Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112Section 6: Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

52 Using Your Device3. If you’ve selected Administrator + Guest:䡲 Optionally, change the Set Guest Username and Set Guest Password fields (up t

Using Your Device 53Using Your DeviceRemoving a microSD Card1. Make sure you and other users have completed any file transfers.2. In the microS

54 Using Your DeviceFrom the Windows Start menu, click Run, and then type one of the following:䡲 \\virginmobile.hotspot\䡲 \\<Hostname>\2.

Using Your Device 55Using Your DeviceSection 4HLocation Services⽧ Requirements for GPS Service (page 55)⽧ Enabling GPS (page 55)⽧ Displaying Yo

56 Using Your Device5. In the GPS Information and Settings window, set GPS Mode to One-time, and click Get fix now. (The top part of the window

Using Your Device 57Using Your DeviceSection 4IUpdates⽧ Automatically Checking for Updates (page 57)⽧ Manually Checking for Updates (page 58)⽧

58 Using Your DeviceManually Checking for Updates1. Log in to the home page.2. Make sure you’re connected to 3G or 4G.3. Click Advanced Setting

Using Your Device 59Using Your DeviceUpgrading Firmware From a FileUse this option when you have an updated firmware file that you’ve, for exam

60 Using Your DeviceSection 4JViewing Device InformationTo view information about your device:1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced Sett

Using Your Device 61Using Your Device● Firmware Version — This is the firmware version of the 3G component of the device.● Total Bytes — This i

7B. Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135Important Notice . . .

62 Using Your DeviceSection 4KReset Button⽧ Restarting the Device (page 63)The reset button is inside the hole located near the battery compart

Using Your Device 63Using Your DeviceRestarting the DeviceIf the device or the home page seems to stop responding, you can reset (restart) the

64 Using Your Device4. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Section 5Settings

66 SettingsSection 5APower Settings⽧ Battery and USB Power Settings (page 66)⽧ AC Power Settings (page 66)Battery and USB Power SettingsYou can

Settings 67SettingsSection 5BConfiguring the LCD⽧ Turning the LCD On or Off (page 67)⽧ Setting the LCD Timeout (page 67)⽧ Setting the LCD Brigh

68 SettingsSection 5CEnabling and Disabling the Power Button LEDThe power button LED on the device acts as a status indicator. (For more inform

Settings 69SettingsSection 5DSounds⽧ Enabling and Disabling Sounds for Specific Events (page 69)⽧ Low Battery Alert (page 70)⽧ Critical Battery

70 SettingsLow Battery AlertYou can set an alert to sound when the battery level is low.Setting the Alert From the Home Page1. Make sure you’re

Settings 71SettingsSection 5ELogin Settings⽧ Changing the Administrator Password (page 71)⽧ Automatic Login (“Remember Me”) (page 71)Changing t

72 SettingsSection 5FAdvanced Settings⽧ Accessing the Advanced Settings Window (page 72)⽧ Device Tab (page 72)⽧ WAN Tab (page 76)⽧ Wi-Fi Tab (p

Settings 73Settings● Import Router Settings — You can import configuration settings. (See “Importing Settings” on page 108.)● Export Router Set

74 Settings● SD-Card Slot — Before you can use the microSD Card slot, you must enable it. (See “Enabling the microSD Card Slot” on page 51.)● m

Settings 75SettingsAbout PanelTo view information about your device:1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced Settings ( ).3. Click Device &

76 Settings● Firmware Version — This is the firmware version of the 4G component of the device.● MAC Address — This is the MAC address of the 4

Settings 77SettingsFrom this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:● Active Network — This is the net

78 SettingsFrom this window, you can view this 4G information:● Connection Status — This field reflects whether you are connected to 4G.● Servi

Settings 79Settings● Get fix now — This button starts a one-time fix (not displayed if GPS Mode is Continuous or a GPS session is already in pr

80 Settings● SSID Broadcast — If broadcast is enabled, the wireless network is displayed in the list of Wi-Fi networks available in the local a

Settings 81SettingsSecurity Panel1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced Settings ( ).3. Click Wi-Fi > Security.From this window, you c

Section 1Getting Started

82 Settings● Display a list of computers that are currently connected through Wi-Fi (List of connected devices). (See “Displaying a List of Cur

Settings 83SettingsSection 5GConfiguring the Wi-Fi Network⽧ SSID (Wi-Fi Network Name) (page 83)⽧ Wi-Fi Security (page 85)⽧ Host Name (Device Na

84 Settings3. In the SSID field, enter the new name.If the SSID field is not available, Link SSID and Hostname is enabled. You must either edit

Settings 85SettingsWi-Fi SecurityBy default, Wi-Fi security is enabled for your device and the Wi-Fi network.To change the security used by Wi-

86 Settings䡲 WPA/WPA2 Personal (recommended setting) — Wi-Fi devices that use either WPA or WPA2 can connect to the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile

Settings 87Settings2. Press the power button on the device two times quickly (within a half-second interval).The information is displayed for

88 SettingsSpecifying Computers That Are Not Allowed to Access the Network1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced Settings > Wi-Fi >

Settings 89SettingsTo change the host name:1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced Settings ( ).3. Click Wi-Fi > Network or Router >

90 SettingsDisabling Wi-Fi When Connected Through USBYou can optionally turn off the device’s Wi-Fi when connected via the micro-USB cable. In

Settings 91SettingsSection 5HConfiguring 3G and 4G⽧ Viewing 3G Activation Information (page 91)⽧ 3G Panel (page 91)⽧ Resetting the 3G and 4G Co