Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S User Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Sierra Wireless Manuals
  4. Wireless Router
  5. AirCard 753S
  6. User manual

Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S User Manual

Mobile wi-fi
Hide thumbs Also See for AirCard 753S:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual See also: User Manual
Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S
Mobile Wi-Fi

User Guide

2400148
Rev 1

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the AirCard 753S and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S

Summary of Contents for Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S

  • Page 1: User Guide

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide 2400148 Rev 1...
  • Page 3 Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless mobile hotspots may be used at this time. The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless mobile hotspot while in control of a vehicle.

  • Page 4: Contact Information

    This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This ® product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM 3G. This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group. Copyright © 2011 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Get Started ........... . .7 Know your device .
  • Page 6 Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Regulatory and Safety Information ....... . 31 Notice.

  • Page 7: Get Started

    1: Get Started This chapter provides an overview of the Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi features, and instructions on how to set up your Sierra Wireless Mobile Wi-Fi and connect to the Internet. Know your device Your Mobile Wi-Fi enables you to create a Wi-Fi access point anywhere there is cellular network coverage.

  • Page 8: Power Button

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Power button Desired result Action Turn Mobile Wi-Fi on Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds. Turn Mobile Wi-Fi off Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds.

  • Page 9: Icons On The Lcd Screen

    Get Started Icons on the LCD screen The icons on the LCD screen indicate the status of the Mobile Wi-Fi. Roaming Wi-Fi users Network type Signal strength Battery Network Name and Security Key Ultimate-xxxx Security Key: xxxxxxxx Power LED Icon Indicates Signal strength The more bars the stronger the RF signal.

  • Page 10: Led

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Icon Indicates Wi-Fi users The number beside the Wi-Fi icon shows the number of users (devices) connected to your Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi radio is disabled. You can enable Wi-Fi on the device homepage. See The Wi-Fi radio is disabled icon appears on the LCD screen.

  • Page 11: Power Sources

    Get Started • Desk cradle • External antennas Power sources You can power your Mobile Wi-Fi from: • Rechargable battery included with the Mobile Wi-Fi • USB port on your computer • Wall socket using the AC adapter You can also use any of the following optional items: •...
  • Page 12 Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Open 2. Slide the SIM card holder to the position. 3. Lift the SIM card guard and place the SIM card underneath it. 4. Lower the SIM card guard. 2400148...

  • Page 13: Install The Battery

    Get Started Lock 5. Slide the SIM card holder to the position. Install the battery 1. Insert the battery as shown in the illustration. Ensure that the gold contacts on the battery are lined up with the gold contacts on the device. Battery Gold contacts Default...

  • Page 14: Homepage

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide To connect to the Internet: 1. Press and hold the power button for a few seconds. The first time you connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi network, the LCD screen dis- plays the message “Connect your computer to Wi-Fi network”.
  • Page 15 Get Started Admin login Navigation bar Status and settings Virtual Mobile Wi-Fi Connect / Disconnect Power off You can view some information about the device without being logged in as Administrator, but to view detailed information and to change any settings, you must be logged in as Administrator.

  • Page 16: Passwords

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Passwords Two passwords are associated with the Mobile Wi-Fi: • Security Key— Used to connect to your Mobile Wi-Fi network. The Security Key is unique to your device. It is displayed on the main Mobile Wi-Fi LCD screen and on the Dashboard (if this feature has not been disabled).

  • Page 17: Use Your Mobile Wi-Fi

    2: Use Your Mobile Wi-Fi This chapter provides information on how to use your Mobile Wi-Fi. Connect other wireless devices You can connect up to five wireless devices such as a cell phone, digital camera, printer, gaming console, or digital picture frame to your Mobile Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 18: Recharge The Battery

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Recharge the battery The battery comes partially charged. You can recharge the battery from a wall socket or from the USB port on your computer. To recharge the battery from a wall socket: 1.

  • Page 19: Connect External Antennas

    Use Your Mobile Wi-Fi 2. The battery icon on the LCD screen indicates when the battery is fully charged. Connect external antennas To connect a dual antenna: 1. Flip open the antenna covers. 2. Plug in the antenna connectors. Rev 1 Jun.11...
  • Page 20 Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide 3. Attach the antenna to your laptop. For more information, refer to the instructions that came with the antenna. To connect a single external antenna: 1. Flip open the cover on antenna connector “1” and connect the antenna, as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 21: Frequently Asked Questions

    3: Frequently Asked Questions This chapter provides answers to questions you may have about your Mobile Wi-Fi. (Also see Troubleshooting on page 23.) What do I do if I forget my Security Key or Admin Password? The Security Key appears on the LCD and the Dashboard, unless you have configured it not to show.

  • Page 22: Where Can I Find More Information

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Another way to extend the battery life is to adjust the Standby Timer. The Standby Timer sets the length of time the Mobile Wi-Fi remains active when no devices are connected to the Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    4: Troubleshooting This chapter provides suggestions for troubleshooting problems that may arise when using your Mobile Wi-Fi. The Mobile Wi-Fi network name does not appear in the list of networks. Refresh the list of networks. 1. Ensure that the Wi-Fi setting on your laptop (or other device) is turned on.

  • Page 24: Unable To Access The Homepage When Connected To A Vpn

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Unable to access the homepage when connected to a VPN. If you are using your Mobile Wi-Fi while connected to a VPN, you may not be able to access the Mobile Wi-Fi homepage using http://ultimate.bigpond.

  • Page 25: Reset The Mobile Wi-Fi

    Troubleshooting Reset the Mobile Wi-Fi To reset the Mobile Wi-Fi: 1. Remove the back cover. 2. Press the reset button for 5 to 10 seconds. Reset button 3. When prompted on the LCD to do so, press the Power button to confirm the reset.

  • Page 26: Alerts

    Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Alerts SIM not installed Ensure that the SIM card is installed correctly. See Insert the SIM card page 11. SIM Error — Check SIM Ensure that the SIM card inserted in the Mobile Wi-Fi is from the service provider that you have your Mobile Wi-Fi account with.

  • Page 27: Connection Alerts

    Troubleshooting Connection Alerts f you receive any of the following connection alerts, contact your service provider’s tech support department and provide them with the name and number of the alert. Operator Determined Barring LLC or SNDCP failure Insufficient resources Missing or unknown APN Unknown PDP address or type User authentication failed Activation rejected by GGSN...
  • Page 28 Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide Message not compatible with the protocol state Protocol error, unspecified Invalid Connection ID Invalid NSAPI Invalid PRI NSAPI Invalid Field SNDCP Failure RAB Setup Failure No GPRS Context PDP Establish Max Timeout...

  • Page 29: Specifications

    5: Specifications Mechanical specifications Weight 100g (3.53 oz.) Length 96 mm (3.78 in.) Width 57 mm (2.24 in.) Thickness 16.5 mm (0.65 in.) Antennas Built-in, plus two SMK-TS-9 connectors for an external antenna Environmental specifications Operating temperature 0° C to 35° C (32°...
  • Page 30 Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide 2400148...

  • Page 31: Regulatory And Safety Information

    (that is, have errors), or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless mobile hotspot are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless mobile hotspot should...

  • Page 32: Proper Battery Use And Disposal

    Caution: The Sierra Wireless Mobile Wi-Fi must be 1 cm or more from users during operation, to satisfy the EMR requirements. If an external antenna is used, the antenna must be maintained at least 20 cm from users during operation. To meet the EMR require- ments, use only the external antennas available from Sierra Wireless.

  • Page 33: Index

    Index passwords, 16 power source, 11 accessories included, 10 purchasing optional accessories, 10 audio alerts, 17 regulatory information, 31 battery safety information, 31 inserting, 13 safety notice, 31 recharging, 18 SIM card, inserting, 11 specifications, 29 connecting (to Internet), 13 troubleshooting, 23 Internet, connecting to, 13...

Table of Contents