Sierra Wireless 580 - Manual (Page 6)

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1: Introducing the AirCard® 580
Wireless Modem
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Welcome
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Package contents
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Feature summary
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System components
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Care and maintenance
Note: Do not insert the AirCard into your PC Card slot prior to installing the software. It is important to install
the software and driver in the correct order. (See Chapter 3: “Installation Procedures”, beginning on page 11).
Welcome
The AirCard® 580 wireless modem is a dual-band wireless PC Card that provides true wireless Internet
access leveraging
CLARO premier high-speed data networks. It enhances the functionality of
your notebook PC by adding access to high speed wireless data. The AirCard 580 functions as a wireless
modem with WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) connectivity. This card allows you to connect to the
Internet, send and receive e-mail, and connect to a corporate network (VPN) without the need of a
network cable or phone line.
Package contents
Your AirCard 580 package contains the following components:
• AirCard 580 wireless modem
• Card case for portable storage
• Installation CD containing the AirCard software and this User Guide
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Card
Feature summary
Note: For step by step instructions to access features of the AirCard 580, consult the online help available with
Watcher.
The AirCard® 580 wireless modem is designed to provide a wide range of capabilities using CDMA
network technology. Implementation of these features will depend on network coverage availability
and account features you have chosen. Contact CLARO Customer Service for details of
the services and accounts available at 787-763-3333, or by dialing *611 on your CLARO phone.
A Type II PC card wireless modem
The AirCard fits into the standard (Type II) PC Card slot available on most notebook PCs. Once installed
and configured, the AirCard 580 connects to the high-speed third generation (3G) CDMA wireless
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