Novatel MiFi 7000 User manual

user guide
7000

About Your MiFi 7000
➊SIM Card Slot (4FF) — The SIM card is installed here.
➋Universal Charging Port (Type A USB) — Use to charge one additional wireless device.
➌Power Button — Powers the MiFi 7000 on and o.
➍QuickCharge Port — Use to connect the QuickCharge charger, Internet over USB-C, and MiFi
Share le sharing via mass storage.
➎Color Touchscreen (2.4 in) — Displays device status, data usage, and number of users
connected. Swipe left/right/up or down to access available menu options.
➏Battery Compartment — The battery is pre-installed.
➐Battery Removal Divot — Insert a ngernail here and lift to remove the battery.
➑Master Reset Button — Use to reset the MiFi back to factory settings.
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Status Indicators
DISPLAY ICON DESCRIPTION
No icons The MiFi 7000 is powered o or not receiving power, or
the screen is in power-saving mode.
Network Signal
Strength
Network Signal Strength Indicator. More bars indicate
more signal strength.
Activity Indicator Data is being transferred between the mobile network
and your MiFi 7000.
Roaming Roaming indicator.
Wi-Fi Indicator Your MiFi 7000 Wi-Fi network in turned ON.
Messages You have unread messages.
Connected Devices Shows the number of Wi-Fi devices connected to your
MiFi 7000.
Battery Charge
Indicator - Green
The battery is fully charged.
Battery Charge
Indicator - Red
There is no battery installed.
Battery Charge
Indicator - Red
The battery is low and needs to be recharged for the
MiFi 7000 to continue operation.
Battery Charge
Indicator - Red
The battery is critically low and the MiFi 7000 will shut
down unless the battery is connected to the charger.
Battery AC Charging
Indicator - Black
Displays when the MiFi 7000 is connected to the AC
charger.
Battery USB Charging
Indicator - Grey
Displays when another device is connected to the
MiFi 7000 and charging via a USB cable.

OTHER ICONS
SIM - Red If this icon is displayed, there is no SIM card installed.
SIM - Red If this icon is displayed, your SIM is locked. Real-time data
usage meter will not display.
SIM - Red If this icon is displayed, there is a SIM error. Check to be
sure your SIM card is properly installed.
Settings Tap the icon to display settings options, including Wi-Fi,
screen timeout, audio on/o, audio alerts, and network
technology.
Universal Charging Tap the icon to display Universal Charging status.
Options include Available, Charging, or Not available.
Software Update Scroll and select the icon to display the current SW
version, and to download and install an update.
MiFi Share USB Mass storage device in use.
About MiFi 7000 Tap the icon to display Internet connection status and
MiFi 7000 information, including model, SW version,
wireless number, IMEI, and battery level.
Help Tap the icon to display MiFi 7000 Admin website
connection instructions, Advanced Features, WPS, Unlock
SIM, and Tips.

Replacing the Battery
To remove and replace the battery:
➊Insert your ngernail in the battery removal groove at the top edge of the universal charging
door, then lift and remove the battery door. Set the door aside.
➋Insert your nger into the battery removal divot and lift the battery out of the battery
compartment.
➌Align the gold contacts on the new battery with the gold contacts on the MiFi 7000 and
gently slide the battery into place.
Replace the cover by setting it on the MiFi 7000 where the notches align, then press on the
cover until it clicks into place and is at across the entire bottom surface.

Replacing the SIM Card
Your SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is a small rectangular plastic card that stores your phone
number and important information about your wireless service.
To remove the SIM card:
➊Lift to open the SIM Card access cover located on the top left side of the MiFi 7000.
➋Push the SIM Card toward the SIM Card slot to release, then carefully slide the card
backwards to remove.
NOTE Should your 4G SIM card be lost or damaged, contact your network operator.
To install a new SIM card:
➊Lift to open the SIM Card access cover located on the top left side of the MiFi 7000.
➋If necessary, remove the SIM card from the outer card, being careful not to touch the gold-
colored contacts.
➌Hold the card with the gold-colored contact points facing down.
➍Insert the SIM card into the slot. The SIM card MUST remain in the SIM card slot when in use.
CAUTION! Do not bend or scratch your SIM card. Avoid exposing your SIM card to static
electricity, water, or dirt.

Turning Your MiFi On and O
•To turn your MiFi on, press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds.
•To turn it o, press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds..
•To wake the MiFi display, press and release the Power button.
Connecting to Your MiFi
You can use the MiFi as a wireless mobile hotspot to connect your computer and up to a total of 15
Wi-Fi enabled devices to the mobile broadband network.
To connect to your MiFi:
➊Turn on your Wi-Fi enabled device and your MiFi. The MiFi will broadcast its own wireless
network and name.
Tip! The steps to connect to a Wi-Fi network vary depending on your device and software. See your
device’s User Guide for more information.
➋When prompted, enter your Wi-Fi Network password. The MiFi Home screen should now
show an additional connected device. Your Wi-Fi enabled device is now connected to the
Internet.
➌You can view or change MiFi settings by connecting to the MiFi Admin website at http://
my.MiFi or http://192.168.1.1.
IMPORTANT Charge the battery completely before you connect your computer to your MiFi.
(See Power Management.)

Using Your MiFi’s Touchscreen
From the MiFi’s touchscreen, you can check your MiFi’s status, view your current data usage, see Wi-
Fi and Connected Devices details, and more.
The Home Screen
The Home screen lets you see what your MiFi is doing at a glance.
MiFi Home Screen
At the top of the screen, you’ll see status indicators for network signal strength , data
trac activity , unread system messages , roaming , and battery .
The Data Usage section shows how much of your monthly data you’ve used and how much
time is left until the next billing cycle.
NOTE If SIM Lock is turned on, or if another device is connected to the Universal Charging port
and being charged, the Data Usage meter won’t be shown. Scroll and tap the Data Usage
icon to view your current data usage details.
Unlock SIM Retrieve Data Usage Data Usage Display
MiFi Status
Wi-Fi On/Off
Menu
Number of Wi-Fi devices
connected to your MiFi

The middle of the screen shows you if Wi-Fi is on or o, and how many devices are connected to
your MiFi’s Wi-Fi network.
Your Wi-Fi Name and Password are next. For information on changing your Wi-Fi Name and
Password, see (See Managing MiFi Settings.).
Tap Menu to Open Menu Options Swipe Up/Down to Desired Option Tap to View Desired Option