Installing The Software And Drivers - Sierra Wireless Sprint User Manual

Installing the Software and Drivers

Note Windows Vista users: You must log in with administrative privileges to install the software
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and drivers.
Windows XP users: You may need to log in with administrative privileges, depending on your
Windows configuration.
As part of the installation process you may be prompted to restart your computer; save any
open documents.
1.
If your USB modem has not yet been activated, ensure you are in the network
coverage area (not roaming).
2.
Remove the protective cap from the USB connector of the USB modem by placing
your fingers on the side grips of the cap and carefully pulling the cap off.
3.
Gripping both sides of the USB modem, insert it into your computer's USB slot.
Alternatively, you can attach the USB extension cable to your computer's USB slot,
and then connect the USB modem to the USB extension cable.
WARNING If your computer's USB slot is vertical, use the USB extension cable.
If the orientation of your computer's USB slot or the thickness of your computer are such
that pressure is applied to the modem's end or side, you may damage the modem or your
computer. In such cases, do not insert the modem directly into your computer's USB slot;
use the USB extension cable instead.
Section 2A. Installing the Software 7