Verizon UM175 User manual

UM175
Wireless USB Modem
User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1
BEFORE USING UM175 ...................................................3
ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL ............................................................4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................................................4
WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT PACKAGE .......................................4
INTRODUCTION TO ALLTEL UM175 WIRELESS USB MODEM ..........5
PRODUCT FEATURES ........................................................................6
PRODUCT HANDLING ......................................................................7
CONFIGURATION .............................................................................7
CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION AND SETUP ............................................9
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (WIN) ........................11
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) .......................13
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP WIZARD ......................................18
CHAPTER 3
USING QUICKLINK MOBILE ..........................................21
FEATURES ......................................................................................22
GETTING STARTED .........................................................................23
CONNECTING .................................................................................24
USING DIAL UP CONNECTIONS .....................................................27
CHAPTER 4
QUICKLINK MOBILE PREFERENCES .............................29
GENERAL PREFERENCES ...............................................................30
WWAN SPECIFIC SETTINGS ...........................................................32
ADDITIONAL FEATURES ................................................................36
CHAPTER 5
INSTALLING UM175 .....................................................43
PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................44
RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS .................................44
INSTALLING SOFTWARE ...............................................................45
UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE .....................................46
USB MODEM EXTENSION CABLE ..................................................48

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CHAPTER 6
REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION .................51
REGULATORY NOTICES .................................................................52
OPERATING CONDITIONS .............................................................52
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS .........................................................53
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................54
CHAPTER 7
APPENDIX ....................................................................57
GLOSSARY .....................................................................................58
SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) .............................................61
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE ...................................63
U.S.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO
FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT .....................................65
TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT
PACKAGE
INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS UM175
USB MODEM
PRODUCT FEATURES
PRODUCT HANDLING
CONFIGURATION
CHAPTER 1
BEFORE USING
UM175

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■ ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL
You will find all the information you need to install and use
the UM175 in this user manual. Before using the UM175,
you must properly install the QLM by closely following the
installation instructions.
INSTRUCTIONS
• The software needed to install and configure your UM175
USB device is already included on the device.
• It is highly recommended that you read the safety
precautions described in this manual before using the
UM175.
■ PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Thank you for purchasing the Alltel Wireless UM175 USB
Modem. The UM175 is a 3G wireless device that enables
high-speed wireless communication from your laptop or
desktop computer. The UM175 is simple to install and use.
■ WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT PACKAGE
The following items are included in the product package. If
any of the items listed below are missing, please contact the
retail location where you purchased the product.
• UM175 Wireless USB Modem
• USB Modem Extension Cable (Y-Cable)
• Quick Start Guide
BEFORE USING UM175 ABOUT THIS USER
MANUAL

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■ INTRODUCTION TO ALLTEL UM175 WIRELESS
USB MODEM
The Alltel UM175 is designed for your laptop or desktop
computer’s USB port, which is available in most models. The
UM175 can be used to access the Internet, your company’s
intranet, or you can use it to send and receive email. It is
extremely useful when you are away from the office, on the
road, or wherever a wireline Internet access is not readily
available.
INTRODUCTION TO
UM175 USB MODEM BEFORE USING UM175
USB Connector
External Antenna
Booster Jack
(on the left side)
LED status
indicator *
Release button
* Blue light: Connected to laptop or desktop computer and detected to network
Red light: Connected to laptop or desktop computer but out of service status

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■ PRODUCT FEATURES
• Power management: The UM175 utilizes power
management and system overhead reduction functions
provided by the USB interface for maximum power
savings.
• Antenna design: Efficient, innovative internal antenna
design optimizes data transfer rate and sensitivity to
network signals.
• Extension Y Cable connector: Simply insert the USB
connector into the USB ports of your computer to deliver
a power boost, increased RF performance, and to solve
clearance issues.
• USB Modem that supports Type A USB Port interface.
• Supports North American PCS (1900 MHz) and Cellular
(800 MHz) bands.
• Utilizes QUALCOMM 6800A chipset.
• Supports 3G network technologies.
• Maximum Data Rate: 3.1 Mbps download; 1.8 Mbps
upload.
• Supports Windows XP and Vista systems with installed
host software and driver.
• Compatible with Mac OS X 10.4.X (Tiger) or 10.5.X
(Leopard) or higher.
• Provides Alltel Wireless Internet service.
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■ PRODUCT HANDLING
1 Do not put any adhesive label on the USB connector. It
may leave a sticky residue that can cause problems inside
the USB port.
2 The UM175 USB device should easily slide into the USB
port. Do not force the UM175 into the USB port as it
may cause damage to the modem and/or the port.
3 Keep the UM175 in a dry and clean place.
(Storage temperature: -22°F to 149°F [- 30°C to 65°C]).
Keep your device away from liquids, dust and excessive
heat.
■ CONFIGURATION
To use the UM175, you should first install the software
included on the device and configure the UM175 USB
device. See the next section for more information on
software installation and USB device configuration.
BEFORE USING UM175
PRODUCT HANDLING

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MEMO

THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP WIZARD
CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION AND
SETUP

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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This chapter will guide you through the installation and
setup process for QuickLink Mobile. Before getting started,
you should become familiar with the documentation that
came with your wireless device.
GETTING STARTED (WIN)
Follow these steps to install QuickLink Mobile:
1 Turn on your computer and close all applications.
2 Insert the UM175 into the USB port.
3 If set up does not automatically start:
a. Click the Start Button
b. Choose My Computer
c. Find and double click on the drive icon (UM175AL)
that represents the data card.
d. Run the Start.exe file in the Windows QLM folder to
begin the installation
4 Follow the steps in the next section.
GETTING STARTED (MAC)
Follow these steps to install QuickLink Mobile:
1 Turn on your computer and close all applications.
2 Insert the UM175 into the USB port.
3 Find and double click on the drive icon that represents
the data card.
4 Find and run the QuickLink Mobile icon in the MAC QLM
folder.
5 Double click the QuickLink Mobile Icon to begin the
installation.
6 Follow the steps on page 13.
GETTING STARTED
INSTALLATION AND SETUP

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (WIN)
STEP 1: Click the QuickLink Mobile setup program. A
“Welcome” Screen appears. Click the “Next” button to
continue with the installation process.
STEP 2: After the Welcome screen you will see the
QuickLink Mobile License Agreement. In order to install
and use this product you must agree with the terms of
this agreement. Select “I agree with this software license
agreement,” then click the “Next” button to continue. If
you do not agree with this agreement, click the “Cancel”
button to exit.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
STEP 3: You are now ready to select the location on your
computer where the QuickLink Mobile should be installed.
It is recommended that you do not modify the default
destination folder. Click the “Next” button to continue.
STEP 4: During this step the components of QuickLink
Mobile are being installed onto your computer.
Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in
Step 3 above.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
SETUP PROGRAM (WIN)

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
STEP 5: Installation is now complete. Click the “Finish”
button to leave the QuickLink Mobile setup program and to
begin using your new software.
The setup program will automatically create an Access
shortcut on your desktop.
■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (MAC)
STEP 1: Click the QuickLink Mobile setup program.
When pop-up screen shows you to confirm installing the
software, click the “Continue” button to continue with the
installation process.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
SETUP PROGRAM (MAC)

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STEP 2: A “Welcome” screen appears. Click the “Continue”
button.
STEP 3: Read the “Read Me” screen and continue installing
the software. You may “Print” or “Save” the “Read Me” file
for future reference.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
SETUP PROGRAM (MAC)
INSTALLATION AND SETUP

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
STEP 4: After the “Read Me” screen, you will see the
QuickLink Mobile License Agreement. Carefully read the
license agreement and press “Continue” to install the
QuickLink Mobile setup program.
In order to install and use this product you must agree with
the terms of this agreement. Select “Agree” button to
continue. If you do not agree with this agreement, click the
“Disagree” button to exit.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
SETUP PROGRAM (MAC)

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STEP 5: You are now ready to select the location on your
computer where the QuickLink Mobile should be installed.
STEP 6: During this step the components of QuickLink
Mobile are being installed onto your computer. Installation
will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 5 above.
Installing the software requires you to restart your computer
when the installation is done. Please check no other
programs are running, then press “Continue Installation”.
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SETUP PROGRAM (MAC)
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STEP 7: When your computer is running installer script, do
not turn your computer off.
If you want to create an access shortcut on your desktop,
press “Yes”.
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SETUP PROGRAM (MAC)
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STEP 8: Installation is now complete. Click the “Restart”
button to leave the QuickLink Mobile setup program and
restart your computer.
■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP WIZARD
After you have successfully completed the installation
process of QuickLink Mobile, you are ready to start the
program and begin your initial setup. The steps in the Setup
Wizard are critical to the proper operation of QuickLink
Mobile when using the UM175 to connect to the Internet.
STEP 1: To start QuickLink Mobile click the Start button,
select the Programs menu and choose the Access menu item.
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NOTE: In Vista, you must follow the directions to start the
QuickLink Mobile Wizard.
STEP 2: On first-run of QuickLink Mobile the Setup Wizard
will automatically run. The “Welcome” screen appears.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
SETUP WIZARD
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If you have an Internet connection, it is recommended that
you check to see if you are running the latest version of
QuickLink Mobile. Click the “Check for Updates” button to
perform this check.
Click the “Next” button to continue.
STEP 3: Insert your UM 175 , then wait for Windows to
detect and install drivers for the device.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE
SETUP WIZARD
INSTALLATION AND SETUP