Sierra Wireless Overdrive - Manual (Page 11)

Device Basics 3
Device Basics
Your Device
The device provides a simple way to use your 3G/4G Internet connection with any Wi-Fi-enabled
device, and to share your Internet connection with friends and family.
Components of Your Device
Your device consists of these main components:
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Wi-Fi access point
The Wi-Fi access point connects your computers and other Wi-Fi-enabled devices to your
device.
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3G modem
The 3G modem connects your device to the Internet via the 3G (CDMA 1X/EVDO) network
(more widely available, compared to 4G).
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4G modem
The 4G modem connects your device to the Internet via the 4G (WiMAX) network (newer
technology and faster speeds, compared to 3G).
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Routing hardware
The routing hardware handles traffic between the 3G/4G modems, the Wi-Fi access point, and
the Wi-Fi network.