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Page 1: Software License
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Using the MiFi 4620L ........ - Page 3 Updating a Proile Not Currently in Use ..........30 Buttons .
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Page 5: Getting Started
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Page 6: Overview
Overview Congratulations on your purchase of the Novatel Wireless MiFi 4620L Intelligent Mobile Hotspot for 4G LTE and Wi-Fi! This device operates over high-speed 4G LTE networks in the 700/800/1900 bands and Wi-Fi, enabling you to connect at high speeds to the Internet, your corporate Intranet, Wi-Fi enabled... -
Page 7: System Requirements
System Requirements • Supported operating systems • Windows® 7, Vista® (SP2) 32/64-Bit; XP Home, Professional,Tablet (SP3) 32-Bit • Mac OS® X v10.4 or higher • Internet browser software. For example: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Chrome •... -
Page 8: Components
Components ➊ Display: Shows the device status, including network signal strength, roaming status, battery life, and the number of users connected with Wi-Fi. (See Service Display States page 7.) ➋ Power Button: Powers the device on and of. ➌ Service Status Indicator (LED): Shows the device status, including connection and error states. - Page 9 ➌ Master Reset Button: Insert a paperclip in the small hole to reset the device to factory settings. (See How do I reset the MiFi 4620L device back to factory settings? on page 60.) ➍ Battery Removal Divot: When the battery is installed, insert a ingernail here and lift to easily remove it.
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Page 10: Service Status Indicator (Led) States
Service Status Indicator (LED) States LED Color Status Description No Light The device is powered of or otherwise is not getting power. Amber Solid The device is in power down mode. Blinking The device is powered of and also charging the battery. Green Solid The device is powered on;... -
Page 11: Service Display States
Service Display States Display Icon Status Description No icons The display is of, and the LED The device is powered of or otherwise is not is also of. getting power. Network An antenna with 0-4 bars. More bars indicate stronger signal. signal strength xxxx... -
Page 12: Power Management
Wall charger — You can use the device when the charger is plugged into a wall socket. The MiFi battery charges while it is plugged in. Before using the MiFi 4620L, read the battery safety information in the “Safety Hazards” section of this guide. (See Proper Battery Use and Disposal on page 71.) -
Page 13: Caring For Your Device
Caring for Your Device Like any electronic device, the device must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation. Novatel Wireless recommends the following guidelines: • Protect the device from liquids, dust, and excessive temperatures. • Do not apply adhesive labels to the device; they might cause the device to potentially overheat and they might alter the performance of the antenna. -
Page 14: Using The Mifi 4620L
Using the MiFi 4620L Accessing the Network Using the MiFi 4620L for the First Time Connecting to the MiFi 4620L Using the MiFi 4620L After Setup is Complete... -
Page 15: Accessing The Network
Accessing the Network 4G LTE With LTE bandwidth (700 MHz) you can get the broadband-like speed you require to work eiciently outside the home or oice. You can connect to the Internet, corporate intranet, check your email and download attachments. 4G LTE gives you the freedom to stay productive and connected whether you’re on the road or in a meeting across town. -
Page 16: Using The Mifi 4620L For The First Time
Using the MiFi 4620L for the First Time To get started, follow these steps. ➊ Conirm your computer meets the minimum system requirements. (See System Requirements on page 3.) ➋ Assemble the wall charger. (See Assemble the Wall Charger on page 13.) ➌... -
Page 17: Assemble The Wall Charger
Install the 4G LTE SIM Card To install your new 4G SIM card, follow these steps. ➊ Open the cover located on the underside of the MiFi 4620L. ➋ Remove SIM card from the outer card, being careful not to touch the gold-colored contacts. -
Page 18: Remove The 4G Lte Sim Card
To remove the 4G LTE SIM card, follow these steps. ➊ Open the SIM card cover located on the underside of the MiFi 4620L. Press down on the small black tab to the left side of the SIM card slot. -
Page 19: Insert And Charge The Battery
Insert and Charge the Battery IMPORTANT Before you use your device, be sure to charge the battery for at least three hours to ensure a full initial charge. To insert and charge the battery, follow these steps. ➊ Press the button and then slide the cover to open the battery compartment, located on the bottom of the device. - Page 20 Novatel Wireless. The failure to use approved batteries and chargers may increase the risk that your device will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage. You are now ready to connect your computer or other Wi-Fi device to the MiFi 4620L.
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Page 21: Remove The Battery
Remove the Battery To remove or replace the battery, follow these steps. ➊ Press the button and then slide the cover to open the battery compartment, located on the bottom of the device. Set the cover aside. ➋ Insert your ingernail into the battery removal divot and lift the battery out of the battery compartment. -
Page 22: Battery Tips
Battery Tips WARNING ! Use only batteries and chargers with your device that have been approved by Novatel Wireless. Always use Novatel Wireless original batteries and chargers. The warranty does not cover damage caused by non-Novatel Wireless batteries and/or chargers. •... -
Page 23: Power The Mifi 4620L On And Of
If your SIM card did not come pre-activated or you need to re-activate your SIM card, you can: • go to your network operator’s retail store • contact your network operator’s customer service department IMPORTANT The MiFi 4620L requires an activated account with a wireless carrier to function. -
Page 24: Connecting To The Mifi 4620L
➊ Turn on your computer and turn on the MiFi 4620L. The MiFi 4620L’s LED should be solid green or violet, indicating the device is in service and ready to connect. The MiFi 4620L broadcasts its own wireless network. ➋... -
Page 25: Using The Mifi 4620L After Setup Is Complete
Using the MiFi 4620L After Setup is Complete You can use the MiFi 4620L as a wireless mobile hotspot to connect your computer and/or (up to a total of ive) other Wi-Fi enabled devices to the mobile broadband network. You can customize the MiFi 4620L’s settings using MiFi Settings. (See Coniguring MiFi Settings page 23.) -
Page 26: Mifi Settings
MiFi Settings Coniguring MiFi Settings Welcome Page Home Wi-Fi WWAN Security Advanced... -
Page 27: Coniguring Mifi Settings
Coniguring MiFi Settings You can conigure the Wi-Fi settings on your device using the easy-to-use MiFi Settings web-based User Interface (MiFi Settings). It allows you to manage, monitor, and customize your Wi-Fi and 4G LTE mobile broadband connection. The following sections describe how to connect to MiFi Settings, as well as each screen and the corresponding functionality. -
Page 28: Welcome Page
Welcome Page The Welcome page is the irst page you see after connecting and prior to logging in. It contains the status bar, the Connect/Disconnect button, the Setup Wizard button, and the Update Firmware button. You can access more information after you log in. Login Type the password (the default password is admin) in the Login ield at the top right corner of the window. -
Page 29: Home
Home The Home page is the irst screen you see after logging in to MiFi Settings. It is similar to the Welcome Page, but adds more options in the status bar. It is the main point of entry for everything you do in the browser interface. -
Page 30: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi menu takes you to the Wi-Fi screen. The Wi-Fi screen is the screen you use to customize the Wi-Fi proiles. The Wi-Fi screen has the following section. • Wi-Fi Profiles (See Wi-Fi Proiles on page 27.) -
Page 31: Wi-Fi Proiles
Wi-Fi Proiles The Wi-Fi Proiles section has the following options. • Current Profile — The wireless (802.11) proile currently in use. • Selected Profile — The proile settings shown on the page. (See Changing to a Diferent Proile on page 29.) •... -
Page 32: Choosing A Proile
You can use the device to set up a temporary hotspot to allow a maximum of ive connections to your MiFi 4620L at one time. The Temporary Hotspot proile is pre-set on your device. It generates a temporary network name (SSID) and network key so you can allow others to connect to your device without having to change your secure proile’s security settings. -
Page 33: Changing To A Diferent Proile
IMPORTANT Changing the profile ends all Wi-Fi connections to MiFi 4620L, including the current connection to MiFi Settings. You must re-connect your computer to MiFi 4620L using the new profile’s Wi-Fi settings. Be sure to write down the new network key (Wi-Fi passkey) before you finish changing the profile. -
Page 34: Updating A Proile Not Currently In Use
Wi-Fi connections to MiFi 4620L, including the current connection to MiFi Settings. You must re-connect your computer to MiFi 4620L using the new profile’s Wi-Fi settings. Be sure to write down the new network key (Wi-Fi passkey) before you finish changing the profile. -
Page 35: Lan
The LAN menu takes you to the LAN screen. The LAN screen gives you settings and information about MiFi 4620L’s network. The LAN screen is divided into the following sections. • TCP/IP (See TCP/IP on page 32.) • Connected Devices (See Connected Devices on page 32.) -
Page 36: Tcp/Ip
IMPORTANT Changing MiFi 4620L’s IP address causes the device to re-start. This stops all Wi-Fi and Internet connections. You must re-connect your computer to MiFi 4620L using the new IP address. Be sure to write down the new IP address before you finish changing the profile. -
Page 37: Wwan
WWAN The WWAN menu takes you to the WWAN screen. The WWAN screen gives you information about the MiFi 4620L device’s Internet connection. The WWAN screen is divided into the following sections. • Internet Connection (See Internet Connection on page 34.) •... -
Page 38: Internet Connection
Internet Connection The Internet Connection section shows device settings and status. • Status — The status of the Internet connection, usually Connected or Disconnected. • Technology — The type of technology used to connect to the Internet. • Received — The amount of data received from the network. •... -
Page 39: Security
Security The Security menu takes you to the following screens: • Password — Allows you to change your administrative password. • MAC Filter — Allows you to enable or disable MAC Filtering, and to create a Trusted Client List. • Port Filtering —... -
Page 40: Set Administration Password
Revert — Click this button to return password settings to the previous settings. IMPORTANT Record your administration password. If you forget it, you have to reset the device before you can use MiFi Settings. (See How do I reset the MiFi 4620L device back to factory settings? on page 60.) -
Page 41: Mac Filter
MAC Filter The MAC Filter screen enables you to allow speciic devices to connect to MiFi 4620L’s wireless network. For example, if you put the MAC address for your Wi-Fi-enabled mobile phone and the MAC addess for your computer in the MAC Filter Trusted Client List, then only those devices can connect to MiFi 4620L. -
Page 42: Enable Mac Filter
Enable MAC Filter The Enable MAC Filter checkbox enables or disables the MAC Filter feature. • When the feature is enabled (checked), you must add the MAC address for the device to the Trusted Client List. If a device not in the list tries to connect to the MiFi 4620L wireless network, the connection is blocked even if the device has the correct network name (SSID) and network key (Wi-Fi passkey). -
Page 43: Trusted Client List
Trusted Client List The Trusted Client List section displays the MAC address(es) of trusted devices. Only devices in the Trusted Client List are able to connect to the MiFi 4620L wireless network. Add Trusted Client MAC Address To add a device to the Trusted Client List, follow these steps. ➊... -
Page 44: Buttons
Buttons • Delete Client — Click this button to remove a device from the Trusted Client List. • Add Client — Click this button to add the MAC address typed in the Add Trusted Client MAC Address ield to the Trusted Client List. •... -
Page 45: Port Filtering
Port Filtering The Port Filtering screen allows you to block outgoing Internet connections. You can set a list of Allowed Applications to only allow certain programs to connect to the Internet. The Port Filtering screen is divided into the following sections. •... -
Page 46: Enable Port Filtering
Enable Port Filtering The Enable Port Filtering checkbox enables or disables the Port Filtering feature. • When the feature is enabled (checked), you must select a port iltering application in the Allowed Applications list to allow that application to connect to the Internet. For example, if you select VPN in the Allowed Applications list but do not select HTTP, you can connect to a VPN server but you cannot connect to a web page using your Internet browser. - Page 47 Custom Applications This page is not available unless the Port Filtering feature is enabled. Click Custom Applications to open the Custom Port Filtering screen. You can deine and enable custom Port Filtering applications. You need to know details of the traic used and generated by the applications you wish to deine.
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Page 48: Buttons
Port Ranges You can deine up to ive port ranges for each application. Each port range has the following options. • Start Port — Type the beginning of the range of port numbers used by outgoing traic for this application. Use as many rows as necessary to deine the required number of port ranges. -
Page 49: Advanced
Advanced The Advanced Menu includes the following screens: • Advanced Settings — Allows you to conigure your Access Point, Router and System settings. • Config File — Allows you to backup and restore your coniguration iles. • Diagnostics — Provides detailed System information and status information. You can also restart or reset your device on this screen. -
Page 50: Advanced Settings
If this is enabled (checked), MiFi 4620L’s wireless network appears in the Available Wireless Networks list on your computer or portable device. • If this is disabled (un-checked), the MiFi 4620L is not listed and its network name (SSID) must be typed manually to connect a device. -
Page 51: Router
Router The DHCP Server enable check box enables or disables the DHCP server feature. • If this is enabled (checked), the DHCP Server automatically allocates an IP address to each of your wireless clients. Normally, this should be enabled. • If this is disabled (un-checked), each Wireless client should have a ixed IP address, set on the client. -
Page 52: System
System The System log enable check box enables or disables the System log feature. • If this is enabled (checked), you can view the system log on the Diagnostics screen. (See Advanced: Diagnostics on page 51.) • If this is disabled (un-checked), you cannot view the system log on the Diagnostics screen. The Language menu changes the MiFi Settings Web UI language. -
Page 53: Conig File
Conig File The Conig File screen provides the ability to download (back up) a copy of the coniguration settings from MiFi 4620L to a ile on your computer, or restore (upload) a previously-saved coniguration ile from your computer to MiFi 4620L. This coniguration ile contains all settings for the Access Point and Router functions of the MiFi 4620L. -
Page 54: Conig File Download
Config File Download Click Download File to download a copy of the current coniguration, and store the ile on your computer. You are prompted to save the ile; you can choose to rename it. Config File Upload Use this feature to restore a previously-saved coniguration ile to MiFi 4620L. This overwrites all existing settings with the information stored in the conig ile. -
Page 55: Diagnostics
Diagnostics The Diagnostics screen shows information about the MiFi 4620L irmware and other system-level information. You can also view the system log. This screen is used mostly for troubleshooting and is not required for normal operation. The Diagnostics screen is divided into the following sections. •... -
Page 56: System Information
Manufacturer — The manufacturer of the MiFi 4620L. • Model — The model number or name of the MiFi 4620L. • IMEI — The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number for the MiFi 4620L. • Serial Number — Each MiFi 4620L has a unique serial number. •... -
Page 57: System Status
Buttons • Restart — Click this button to restart the MiFi 4620L. All Internet connections, and all Wi-Fi connections, are lost during the restart. • Reset to Factory Defaults — Click this button to reset all Access Point and Router settings to their factory default values. -
Page 58: Port Forwarding
Port Forwarding The Port Forwarding feature allows incoming traic (from the Internet) to be forwarded to a particular computer or device on the MiFi 4620L’s wireless network. Normally, incoming traic from the Internet is blocked. You need to use Port Forwarding to allow Internet users to access any server you are running on your computer, such as a Web server, FTP server, or E-mail server. -
Page 59: Port Forwarding Applications
Port Forwarding Applications To use any of the common server applications listed, follow these steps: ➊ Install the application on a computer that is connected to the MiFi 4620L’s wireless network (WLAN). ➋ Ensure the computer is connected to the MiFi 4620L, and record the computer’s IP address for the MiFi Settings Web UI. -
Page 60: Power Management
Power Management The MiFi 4620L can turn itself of when not in use. When using battery power, automatic shutdown greatly extends the battery life. To start up again, press the power button. The Power Management screen contains the following section. • Automatic Shutdown (See Automatic Shutdown on page <?>. -
Page 61: Automatic Shutdown
Automatic Shutdown When powered by the battery, the MiFi 4620L automatically shuts down after being idle for the selected time period, provided that no Wi-Fi devices are connected to the MiFi device. Timer settings have no efect when the MiFi 4620L is connected to the wall charger. -
Page 62: Troubleshooting
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Page 63: Overview
Overview When properly installed, the MiFi 4620L is a highly reliable product. Most problems are caused by one of these issues: • System resources required by the device are being used by other devices. • Network coverage is unavailable due to coverage area, an account problem, or a network problem. -
Page 64: Common Problems And Solutions
Common Problems and Solutions The following are some common problems and solutions. My MiFi 4620L just powered off without my pressing the power button. Why? This may occur under any of the following circumstances. » Pressing the Master Reset button »... - Page 65 How do I reset the Access Point and Router settings back to factory settings? To reset the access point and router settings, follow these steps. Connect to MiFi Settings by connecting your computer to the MiFi wireless network and going to http://admin.mifi...
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Page 66: Update The Firmware On The Mifi 4620L
Update the Firmware on the MiFi 4620L [Additional information forthcoming.]... -
Page 67: Technical Support
Technical Support IMPORTANT Before contacting support, be sure to re-start both your computer and the device. Technical Support For additional information and technical support for Novatel Wireless devices, you can visit the Novatel Wireless Data Technical Support page at www.novatelwireless.com/support. -
Page 68: Product Speciications And Regulatory Information
Product Speciications and Regulatory Information Product Speciications Regulatory Statements Wireless Communications Limited Warranty and Liability Safety Hazards Proper Battery Use and Disposal... -
Page 69: Product Speciications
Wireless Network – Dual Mode: LTE, CDMA 1X/EV-DO Rev A Wireless Network – 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Mode Default SSID Novatel MiFi4620L XXXX_XXXX (see the sticker on the back of your device for your ID) Battery • Size 1500 mAh • Time required for full charge 2.5-3 hours (when not in use) -
Page 70: Regulatory Statements
MODIFICATIONS: The FCC requires that you be notiied that any changes or modiications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Novatel Wireless, Inc. may void your authority to operate the equipment. - Page 71 RF Exposure Content FCC Equipment Authorization ID: PKRNVWMIFI4620 This device is authorized for use in mobile and portable applications. This product has been evaluated for SAR and meets the FCC Guidelines for exposure to radio waves. For better signal reception, coverage range and data throughput, do not place the router near any physical obstruction, including in a pocket or in close proximity of any object.
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Page 76: Glossary
Glossary... - Page 77 Glossary ● 3G — Third Generation. 3G refers to the third generation of mobile telephony technology. ● 4G LTE — Fourth Generation. 4G LTE refers to the fourth generation of mobile telephony technology. ● 802.11 (b, g, n) — A set of WLAN communication standards in the 2.4, 3.6 and 5 GHz frequency bands. ●...
- Page 78 ● MAC Address — Media Access Control. A number that uniquely identifies each network hardware device. MAC addresses are 12-digit hexadecimal numbers. This is also known as the physical or hardware address. ● Mbps — Megabits per second. ● MSID — Mobile Station IDentifier. A number for a mobile phone that identifies that phone to the network.
- Page 79 ● VPN — Virtual Private Network. A secure private network that runs over the public Internet. Commonly used to connect to an office network from elsewhere. ● WWAN — Wireless Wide Area Network. A public network that extends beyond architectural, geographical, or political boundaries (unlike a LAN, which is usually a private network located within a room, building, or other limited area).
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