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- Page 1 AT &T U SB Con n ec t M e rc ur y Getting Started Guide...
- Page 2 Welcome to AT&T Thank you for purchasing the AT&T USBConnect Mercury. Please use either this Getting Started Guide or our web tutorial available at att.com/WirelessTutorials for the most complete and up-to-date information available to set up your device.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents What’s in the box? Getting started Insert the SIM Card Windows Vista, XP, and 2000 Install the software Connect to the AT&T network and access the Internet AT&T Communication Manager Using AT&T Communication Manager Using AT&T Communication Manager for Wi-Fi To use AT&T Wi-Fi Service To connect to other Wi-Fi networks Mac OS... -
Page 4: What's In The Box
What’s in the box? Your package contains 3 items: AT&T USBConnect Mercury Carry strap Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started To get started, you need about 15 minutes and the following: AT&T USBConnect Mercury The Mercury sends and receives data between your laptop and the AT&T network. The Mercury includes the necessary software. No installation CD is required. AT&T SIM Card The SIM card stores the wireless number for your Mercury and subscriber information enabling access... -
Page 6: Insert The Sim Card
Insert the SIM Card (time required 1 minute) Remove the cap from the end of the USBConnect Mercury. Insert the notched end of the SIM card into the top slot on the Mercury above the USB connector. Be sure to push the SIM card completely into the slot until it clicks into place and is fully inserted. -
Page 7: Windows Vista, Xp And 2000
Windows Vista, XP and 2000 Install the software (time required 10 minutes) AT&T Communication Manager (ACM) supports laptops with Microsoft Windows Vista, XP and 2000 and allows you to control how and when you connect to wire- less networks. ACM will auto-install the first time you insert your Mercury into your laptop and then be available whenever needed. -
Page 8: At&T Communication Manager
AT&T Communication Manager AT&T Communication Manager (ACM) is a software application that lets you control your connections to either the AT&T mobile network nationwide using the Mercury or to available Wi-Fi networks including thousands of AT&T hotspots using the built in Wi-Fi capability of your laptop. -
Page 9: Using At&T Communication Manager
Using AT&T Communication Manager GSM mobile network interface The GSM interface allows you to control your connection to mobile networks worldwide. Wi-Fi network interface The Wi-Fi interface allows you to control your connections with Wi-Fi networks, including home, office, and public hotspot networks. 3G indicator This indicator appears when the AT&T 3G network is available. - Page 10 Text messages button Click this button to read and write text messages using Communication Manager. Messages will be sent and received using your LaptopConnect wireless number. Please note that additional charges may apply for text messaging services. VPN connection button If you have configured Communication Manager to launch your Virtual Private Network (VPN), you may use this button to launch your VPN client.
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Page 11: Using At&T Communication Manager For Wi-Fi
Using AT&T Communication Manager for Wi-Fi If your laptop has an internal Wi-Fi modem or Wi-Fi capability, AT&T Communication Manager can be used to manage your connection to any home, business or AT&T hotspot. Please note that connection to AT&T hotspots requires a qualified AT&T DataConnect service plan. -
Page 12: To Connect To Other Wi-Fi Networks
To connect to other Wi-Fi networks: Launch ACM (you do not need to insert your Mercury). ACM will automatically identify available Wi-Fi networks. To see the list of available networks, click on the xx Wi-Fi networks available (below the Connect button). Select the network you prefer and click Connect. -
Page 13: Mac Os
Mac OS Install the software (time required 2 minutes) Sierra Wireless Watcher supports laptops with Mac OS X 10.4.11 or later and allows you to control how and when you connect to wireless networks. Insert the Mercury into the USB port on your laptop. Double-click the installer package. -
Page 14: Sierra Wireless Watcher
Sierra Wireless Watcher Sierra Wireless Watcher lets you control your connections to the AT&T mobile network nationwide using the Mercury and your Mac laptop. It offers a range of tools and features to manage those connections, find the best connection available, and make that connection quickly. Please note that connections to the AT&T mobile network require that Mercury be inserted into the laptop and that the device has an active SIM and a valid rate plan. -
Page 15: Using Watcher
Using Watcher 3G indicator This indicator appears when the AT&T 3G network is available. AT&T 3G networks are in almost all major metro areas and provide the highest data transfer rates. When 3G net- works are not available, the Mercury will automatically default to EDGE (also known as 2G) networks. -
Page 16: Getting To Know Your Device
Getting to Know Your Device LED - Power LED - Data How To Interpret LED Color How To Interpret How To Interpret LED Color Unable to detect service Solid Solid Not powered Firmware is being updated. Blinking 3G network detected Blinking Do not remove yourrMercury. -
Page 17: Using A Memory Card
Using a Memory Card The Mercury is built to accommodate an microSD® memory card (not included in package). A memory card will allow you to store and transfer important data from one computer to another, expanding the already extensive functionality of this device. The memory card appears as a USB memory drive. -
Page 18: Attaching The Carry Strap
Attaching the Carry Strap To help protect your Mercury, please keep the cap on the USB connector when not in use. A short carry strap has been included to keep everything together. It’s a good idea to thread the carry strap through the cap and Mercury, as shown in the illustrations. -
Page 19: Faq
How do I find my wireless number? If you have ACM open, go to the Help menu and select My Wireless Number. You can also find your wireless number on your sales receipt and monthly statements. What do I do if ACM says “No SIM”? Remove the Mercury from the computer and insert your AT&T SIM card. -
Page 20: Find More Information
Find More Information On the web Interactive web tutorials are available at att.com/WirelessTutorials. Select Manufacturer: Sierra Wireless and Model: Mercury from the drop down menus. Detailed support information including device specifications, troubleshooting, user forums and knowledge base articles are available at att.com/DeviceSupport. From a phone Call AT&T Customer Care at 800-331-0500 for assistance with your device or service.