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What’s in the Box
Welcome!
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Sprint is committed to developing technologies that give you the
ability to get what you want when you want it, faster than ever
before. This guide introduces you to the basics of getting started
with Sprint and your new MiFi® 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot.
Get Started Guide (this guide)
Terms & Conditions of Service
Important Information Booklet
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Get started
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All you need to know to get going with
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Before You Start
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Power Up the Device
Wirelessly Connect Your Computer
Install the Battery
After it’s activated, you’ll need to set up your admin account.
Briefly press the Power button on top of the device.
1. While pressing the release buttton, remove the back cover.
(There are tabs on either side of the cover to facilitate this.)
1. From your computer, display the Wireless Network
The first time you turn on your device, it will automatically
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Connections window, and then click View Wireless Networks.
2. Insert the battery into the opening on the bottom of the device,
activate and then reset. (If your device doesn’t reset, it is not
activated.) When your device is connected to the Sprint network,
the LED will blink (green for 3G, blue for 4G).
making sure the connectors align.
2. Select the network name displayed on the device (for
example, Sprint MiFi4082-123) and click Connect.
3. Replace the back cover, starting at the end opposite the release,
3. Launch your computer’s Web browser, and type either of
and then press down gently until the cover clicks into place.
these addresses into the browser’s address window:
Charge the Battery
1. Plug the charger into the device.
—or—
2. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet.
3. Charge until the battery charge indicator shows the battery
Press the Enter or Return key.
3G Connected
4G Connected
4. Enter the default password (admin) and click Next. An
is fully charged (
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onscreen wizard will guide you though the setup process.
Get Ready
5. Navigate to another Web page to confirm your connection.
Receive Signal Strength Indicator
No Service Available
1. Make sure you are in an area covered by the Sprint 3G or 4G
Roaming Indicator
6. Ensure that your device’s firmware is the most current. See
network (not roaming).
“Updates” in this guide’s Resources panel.
Battery Level Indicator
Note: It can take several
minutes for your device to
2. Make sure your computer’s Wi-Fi (wireless network connection)
Note: Pressing the WPS button enables Wi-Fi security settings,
requiring a security key to connect to the device. Each device has a
unique security key that can be found either on the battery cover or by
connecting your device via USB and going to your MiFi Home Page.
mode is turned on.
GPS Indicator
connect with the Sprint
3. Make sure your device is set up on your Sprint account. (Sign on
Connected Devices Indicator
network.
to your account at sprint.com to verify.)
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Manage Your Account
Helpful Sprint Information
Resources
Total Equipment Protection
The protection you need so you can be worry free
ForYour Device
• make a payment, see your bills, enroll in online billing
• check usage and account balance
• This Get Started guide to get you up and running.
Should anything happen to your device, you’ll have a
worry-free way to ensure that you get connected again soon.
• User Guide – View the comprehensive User Guide to the
• see or modify the details of your Sprint service plan
• get detailed instructions and download content
MiFi 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot online at sprint.com/support.
• Coverage includes:
Loss, theft, routine maintenance, physical or liquid damage,
mechanical or electrical problems, or failure from normal wear
and tear.
• Updates – The first time you connect your device, from
your Web browser go to the Admin main menu screen at
click Check Now in the Network Update section of the screen.
From a Phone
Sprint Customer Service: Dial 1-888-211-4727
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• For more information:
See the Total Equipment Protection brochure available at any
participating retail location or go to sprint.com/tep for more
details. To enroll within 30 days of activation, call 1-800-584-3666.
Business Customer Service: Dial 1-800-927-2199
• Additional Help – From the MiFi home screen on your
computer, click Help.
Total Equipment Protection is a service provided by Asurion Protection Services, LLC, Continental Casualty
Company’s (a CNA company) licensed agent for the customers of Sprint.
• Web – Go to sprint.com/support to access troubleshooting
and other resources, or go to sprint.com/downloads to
download updates.
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