Frequently asked questions, How can i tell i’m connected to 3g/4g, How do i connect to wi-fi – Sierra Wireless Overdrive User Manual

Page 124: Windows, 6b. frequently asked questions

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116 Resources

Section 6B

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Tell I’m Connected to 3G/4G? (page 116)

How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi? (page 116)

Is Roaming on 4G Supported? (page 117)

What Do I Do if I Forgot the Wi-Fi Password? (page 117)

What Do I Do if I Forgot the Administrator Password? (page 117)

If the Connection is “Always On,” Am I Always Being Billed? (page 117)

Questions About GPS and Sprint Location Services (page 117)

How Do I Access My Corporate Network Through a VPN? (page 118)

Are Terminal Sessions Supported? (page 118)

How Can I Tell I’m Connected to 3G/4G?

When you’re connected:

The 3G or 4G icon (on the left side of the home page) is solid. For example,

.

The bottom area of the device LCD, the Virtual Device, and the Mini Window show the data transfer

icon

and data transfer information (amount of data; connection duration).

How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi?

You may have to manually connect to Wi-Fi after certain events — for example, as part of the initial
device setup, or after a software update.

Tip:

The Wi-Fi network name is displayed on the device LCD.

To connect to Wi-Fi:

1.

Do one of the following, depending on your operating system.

Windows

Windows 7: Right-click the

icon in the system tray.

Windows Vista: Click

Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center >

Connect to a network

.

Windows XP: Click

Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network Connections > View

available wireless networks

.

Mac

Click the AirPort icon

(in the upper right corner of your screen).

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