Sierra Wireless manual Introducing the PC3320 Wireless Network Card, Welcome, Feature summary

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1: Introducing the PC3320

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Wireless Network Card

 

 

Welcome

Feature Summary

Package Contents

System Components

Welcome

Note: Do not insert the PC3320 card into your PC Card slot prior to installing the software. It is important to install the software and driver in the correct order. For detailed procedures, see page 17.

The PC3320 wireless network card is a dual-band wireless PC Card for cellular and North American PCS networks. It enhances the functionality of your mobile computing devices by adding wireless data and 2-way messaging.

The PC3320 functions as a wireless network card (with LAN-like connectivity), and a modem. This card allows you to connect to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, connect to a corporate network, without the need of a network cable or phone line.

Feature summary

Note: For step-by-step instructions to access features of the PC3320, consult the online help available with Mobile Connection Manager.

The PC3320 wireless network card is designed to provide a wide range of capabilities using CDMA network technology. Implementation of these features will depend on the particular service provider and account features you have chosen.

Some features described in this manual may not be supported by your service provider or may not be available with your network account. Contact your service provider for details of the services and accounts available.

Network card

During high-speed packet connections, the PC3320 is a true network card, functioning just like the network cards familiar to most corporate computer users. Once installed and configured, the PC3320 card can connect to the CDMA

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Contents Installation Guide Page Safety and Hazards Important NoticeLimitation of Liability Copyright PatentsTrademarks Installation Guide 2130361 Table of Contents Activation Feature summary Introducing the PC3320 Wireless Network CardWelcome Network cardCdma 1X services ModemOther System components Package contentsPC3320 card drivers and enabling software Cdma service provider accountCdma wireless network Installation Guide 2130361 Care and Maintenance Your PC3320 card Installation Guide 2130361 Account activation and configuration Getting StartedPC3320 software Installation Guide System requirements InstallationSystem Resource Requirements PC3320 card software installation proceduresIf the PC3320 Wireless Network Card screen is not displayed Venturi Software InstallationCard insertion and removal Inserting the PC3320 cardRemoving the PC3320 card Account configuration procedures ActivationActivation Wizard Automated activation Manual activationStarting and closing Mobile Connection Manager Mobile Connection Manager BasicsWindow controls Components of the Mobile Connection Manager windowInterpreting icons DockingAlways On Top Connection Status Area icons Connection Status AreaIndicator area Indicator Area iconsCall Status Area Online Help Minimized IconsStatus Area icons Troubleshooting Installation Guide 2130361 Technical Specifications LED operationLED operation Environmental specifications Radio frequency and electrical specificationsRadio frequency and electrical specifications Environmental specificationsBps Circuit switched cellularIS-95 HostKbps MHzRoaming PCSInstallation Guide 2130361 Index Index