Novatel MiFi 7000 User manual

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Whitby Public Library Mobile Hotspot Instructions
(Novatel MiFi 7000)
Created: December 11, 2018
Mobile Hotspot Device at a Glance
1. SIM Card Slot – Staff Access Only.
2. Universal Charging Port (USB) – Use to charge one additional wireless device.
3. Power Button – Powers the MiFi 7000 on and off.
4. QuickCharge Port - Use to connect the QuickCharge charger.
5. Color Touchscreen (2.4 in) – Displays device sttus, data usage, and number of
users connected.
Use the adapter and USB cable to connect to the wall outlet to charge the hotspot.
The plug only fits one way to connect the device. Do not use excessive force to
insert the plug.

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Mobile Hotspot Home Screen Indicators
Indicates network signal strength
Indicates data traffic activity
Battery level
Mobile Devices
1. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the hotspot device. The
home screen will display.
2. Ensure that your device’s (phone, tablet, etc.) Wi-Fi is turned on. The Settings menu on
your device is where Wi-Fi setup is usually found.
3. Select the WPL-XX network from the list of wireless networks in your device settings.
(Example WPL-11, WPL-12, etc.)
4. To obtain the Wi-Fi password, tap the Wi-Fi name/Password on the home screen of the
hotspot.
5. Enter the Wi-Fi password as it appears under Wi-Fi Password into the settings of your
device.
6. Allow 1 – 2 minutes for your device to authenticate. Your device will not auto-connect to the
Hotspot whenever in range. Computers with Wireless Capability
1. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. The home
screen will display.

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2. Left-click the wireless connection in your System Tray in the bottom, right-hand corner
of your screen.
3. Select the WPL-XX network from the list of wireless networks in your device settings.
(Example WPL-11, WPL-12, etc.)
4. Tap the Wi-Fi name/Password on the home screen of the hotspot.
5. Enter the Wi-Fi password as it appears under Wi-Fi Password.
6. Allow 1 – 2 minutes for your device to authenticate. Your device will not auto-correct to the
Hotspot whenever in range.
Computers without Wireless Capability
(The Library is not responsible for changes to your computer settings or configuration if you
choose to connect your computer to the hotspot device.)
1. Power Off the Hotspot by holding the Power button for a few seconds.
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available slot on your PC and the other end to the
Hotspot. Press and hold the Power button to turn on the device.
3. Allow 1 – 2 minutes for your PC to auto-connect to the Hotspot.