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2 Getting StartedSection 1AAbout This GuideYour device allows you to easily connect to the Internet and to share your 3G or 4G connection. This

92 SettingsSpecifying Computers That Are Not Allowed to Access the Network1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced settings > Wi-Fi >

Settings 93SettingsHost Name (Device Name)The host name is, in essence, a name you’re giving the device.The host name is shown on your device’s

94 SettingsWi-Fi ChannelThe Wi-Fi channel is the active channel of the Wi-Fi access point. If your network is having performance issues (possib

Settings 95SettingsSection 5HConfiguring 3G and 4G⽧ Viewing 3G Activation Information (page 95)⽧ 3G Panel (page 95)⽧ Resetting the 3G and 4G Co

96 Settings●MSID (Mobile Station ID) — Also known as IMSI (International Mobile Station Identity), the MSID is an identifier of a device on the

Settings 97SettingsSection 5IGPS Settings⽧ Setting the GPS Mode (page 97)⽧ Setting the GPS Fix Rate (page 98)⽧ Using Metric Units (page 98)⽧ Ch

98 SettingsSetting the GPS Fix RateThe GPS fix rate determines how often GPS fixes are obtained. This option is available only if the fix mode

Settings 99SettingsAccuracyThe accuracy setting determines how accurate the location information is.1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advance

100 SettingsSection 5JConfiguring the Router Tab⽧ Basic Panel (page 100)⽧ LAN Panel (page 101)⽧ Port Forward Panel (page 105)⽧ Port Trigger Pan

Settings 101Settings● Port Triggering — You can set the device to monitor outgoing data on specific port numbers (trigger ports). (See “Port Tr

Getting Started 3Getting StartedSection 1BSystem RequirementsTo use your Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot, the following are required:● One o

102 SettingsFrom this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:●Router IP Address — This is the routing

Settings 103SettingsThe DNS Relay field is configurable and displayed only if DNS Mode is Manual. If DNS Mode is Auto, DNS Relay is enabled by

104 Settings● Max DHCP Clients — This is the number of DHCP addresses that can be assigned and active at one time. It’s recommended you set thi

Settings 105SettingsDNS ModeThe DNS Mode setting specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate with) are obtained.1.

106 SettingsEnabling Port ForwardingBefore you can use or configure Port Forwarding, you must enable it.1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Adv

Settings 107SettingsPort Trigger PanelSome applications require multiple ports open for communication, many of which may be initiated by a comp

108 Settings9. Click Add.10. Click Save.Removing Ports From the Port Triggering List1. Make sure you’ve enabled port triggering. (See “Enabling

Settings 109SettingsConfiguring DMZ1. Make sure you’ve enabled DMZ. (See “Enabling DMZ” on page 108.)2. Click Advanced settings > Router >

110 SettingsResetting the Software to Default Settings (Through the Reset Button)1. Using slight thumb pressure, slide the battery compartment

Settings 111Settings4. Replace the battery compartment cover.5. Check the device LCD. If it displays “Reset to factory defaults? Press to acc

112 SettingsSection 5KExporting and Importing Settings⽧ Exporting Settings (page 112)⽧ Importing Settings (page 112)Exporting SettingsSettings

Settings 113SettingsSection 5LLogs⽧ Available Logs (page 113)⽧ Connection History (page 113)⽧ System Events (page 114)⽧ Setting the Method Used

114 SettingsSystem EventsYou can enable or disable, as a group, the logging of the following events:● Software update available● Network update

Settings 115SettingsSetting the Method Used for Time AcquisitionTime information is stored in the connection history log and system events log.

116 SettingsSection 5MSetup Pages⽧ Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an Option (page 116)Welcome to Your Device Window - Select an OptionT

Section 6Resources

118 ResourcesSection 6AMore Information⽧ Visiting the Sprint Website (page 118)⽧ Contacting Customer Service (page 118)⽧ Online Help (page 118)

Resources 119ResourcesContextual Help in the Advanced Settings WindowWhen you move the cursor over a field or button in Advanced Settings, help

120 ResourcesSection 6BFrequently Asked Questions⽧ How Can I Tell I’m Connected to 3G or 4G? (page 120)⽧ How Do I Connect to Wi-Fi? (page 120)⽧

Resources 121ResourcesMacClick the AirPort icon (in the upper right corner of your screen).LinuxPlease see the user documentation of the Linu

Section 2Your Device

122 ResourcesWhat Do I Do if the Home Page Displays “Charging paused”?If the text after the battery icon (on the home page) includes “Charging

Resources 123ResourcesThe enhanced Local Search feature uses LBS and allows you to search for Sprint stores, restaurants, banks, hotels, or oth

124 ResourcesHow Do I Access My Corporate Network Through a VPN?Using Sprint Data LinkSprint Data LinkSM is a network feature that allows you t

Resources 125ResourcesSection 6CTips⽧ Extending Battery Life (page 125)⽧ Device Location (page 126)⽧ Improving Signal Strength (page 126)⽧ Impr

126 ResourcesDevice Location● Avoid moisture or extreme temperatures.● For improved reception, place the device near a closed window.● Place yo

Resources 127ResourcesImproving Wi-Fi Performance● Try a different channel number. (See “Wi-Fi Channel” on page 94.)● Check whether any device

128 Resources4. If the Wi-Fi client network adapter is by Intel, click Advanced and, in the Property list, click Power Management and move the

Resources 129ResourcesMac OS X1. From the Apple menu ( ), select System Preferences.2. Select Network.3. Select the adapter that is connecting

130 ResourcesSection 6DTroubleshooting Tips⽧ General Tips (page 130)⽧ LCD Is Dark (page 131)⽧ Insufficient Signal Strength (page 131)⽧ Messages

Resources 131ResourcesLCD Is DarkThe following table describes situations that can cause the LCD to be dark (that is, not displaying any text o

6 Your DeviceSection 2ADevice Basics⽧ Components of Your Device (page 8)⽧ 3G and 4G Networks (page 8)⽧ Package Contents (page 9)⽧ Care and Main

132 Resources3. If the “Activation failed” message is still displayed, contact Sprint Customer Service and have the following available:䡲 Your

Resources 133ResourcesUpdate FailedIf this message appears on the device LCD or in the 3G Network Update Available or Software Update Available

134 ResourcesCannot Connect Through USBIf your computer cannot connect to the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot through the micro-USB cable:1.

Resources 135Resources● If DHCP is enabled on the device, make sure DHCP is enabled on your computer. (See “DHCP” on page 103.)● Check your Web

136 ResourcesThe Device Seems to Have Stopped ChargingIf the “About...” LCD information screen shows “chrg paused” or the text after the batter

Section 7Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information

138 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationSection 7ATechnical Specifications⽧ LED Operation (page 138)⽧ Radio

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 139Specifications and RegulatorySoftware SpecificationsCDMA (3G) speci

140 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationEnvironmental SpecificationsOperating temperature-4 to +131°FStorag

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 141Specifications and RegulatorySection 7BSafety Information⽧ Importan

Your Device 7Your DeviceYour device provides a simple way to use your 3G or 4G Internet connection with any Wi-Fi-enabled device, and to share

142 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationProper Battery Use and DisposalNote: Improper battery use may resul

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 143Specifications and RegulatorySection 7CRegulatory NoticesThe design

144 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationThis device complies with Parts 15 and 27 of the FCC Rules. Operati

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 145Specifications and RegulatorySection 7DLegal⽧ Patents (page 145)⽧ L

146 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Informationsoftware (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receiv

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 147Specifications and Regulatory2. You may modify your copy or copies

148 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationIf distribution of executable or object code is made by offering ac

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 149Specifications and Regulatory9. The Free Software Foundation may pu

150 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationThis program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modif

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 151Specifications and RegulatoryKevin GibbsJohn EstabrookNational Labo

8 Your DeviceComponents of Your DeviceYour device consists of these main components:● Wi-Fi access pointThe Wi-Fi access point connects your co

152 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationTHIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 153Specifications and RegulatoryThis product includes cryptographic so

154 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationOTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 155Specifications and Regulatory2. The name(s) of the authors of this

156 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationTHE AUTHORS OF THIS SOFTWARE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES WITH REGARD TO

Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information 157Specifications and RegulatoryIN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS AND COPY

158 Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory InformationCopyright©2011 Sprint. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whol

Index 159IndexIndexNumerics3GOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83G panel of the WAN tab . . . . . . . . . . .

160 IndexActive network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 81Admin Login area of the home page . . . . . .33Admin PasswordSee Adm

Index 161IndexSee also Home page.Browsers supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BSID (Base Station ID) . . . . . . . . . . .

Your Device 9Your DevicePackage ContentsYour package includes:● Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless● Battery compartment cove

162 IndexCurrent, electrical (specifications) . . . . . . . 138Currently connected computers, displaying a list of . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index 163IndexDynamic Host Control ProtocolSee DHCP.Dynamic packet filtering (AKA SPI) . . . . . . 101EEc/Io . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

164 IndexPerformance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Status icon .

Index 165IndexiPerf License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150KKnowledge base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

166 IndexmicroSD cardOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Accessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index 167IndexOTASP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Outgoing data, monitor on specific port numbers . . . . .

168 IndexRequirementsGPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index 169IndexShort Range (Wi-Fi)AC powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, 70Battery or USB powered . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

170 IndexRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28See also USB.Tethered Networking, USB, disabling . . . . 100Text messagin

Index 171IndexWAN MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50WAN tab3G panel

10 Your DeviceBatteryThe battery compartment is on the back of the device. The battery is replaceable. If you need a new battery or want to pur

Your Device 11Your Device3. Replace the battery compartment cover.Connecting Through USBNote: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not

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12 Your DeviceTo connect the device to your computer:1. Insert the larger end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.2. Insert the other end

Your Device 13Your DeviceCharging Through Your Computer1. Make sure your computer is turned on.2. Insert the larger end of the micro-USB cable

14 Your Device2. If the LCD is blank, press and hold the power button for two seconds.Turning Your Device Off䊳 Press and hold the power butto

Your Device 15Your DeviceControlling the Device Using the Power ButtonType of press ResultQuick press● Removes device from standby (low power)

16 Your DeviceLCDIf the LCD is not lit, see “Turning Your Device On” on page 13.Interpreting the LCDThe LCD shows icons and text that reflect t

Your Device 17Your DeviceLCD Information ScreensThe LCD of the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot can display, on separate screens, summary inf

Section 3Getting Your Device Ready

20 Getting Your Device ReadySection 3ASetting Up Your Device⽧ Account Setup (page 20)⽧ Device Setup (page 20)Account SetupNormally your device

Getting Your Device Ready 21Getting Your Device Ready4. If the device LCD displays “Charging,” “Charged,” or “Powered off,” press and hold the

Table of ContentsSection 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11A. About This Gu

22 Getting Your Device Ready●Wi-Fi network name (SSID) — This name is visible to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, and is used to identify your Wi-F

Getting Your Device Ready 23Getting Your Device ReadyIf Basic Rate is “802.11b/g/n compatibility,” these options are shown:●WPA2 Personal - AES

24 Getting Your Device Ready●WEP 128 Bit - Open — This option provides security, but it’s relatively weak (but stronger than WEP 64 Bit - Open)

Getting Your Device Ready 25Getting Your Device ReadyInitiating Activation of Your Device for 3GIn rare cases, the device LCD and the home page

Section 4Using Your Device

28 Using Your DeviceSection 4AConnecting Through USB● TRU-Install (page 28)● Requirements for a USB Tethered Connection (page 28)● Making a Tet

Using Your Device 29Using Your DeviceMaking a Tethered ConnectionNote: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging the

30 Using Your DeviceConnecting the Device to Your Computer1. Insert the larger end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.2. Insert the othe

Using Your Device 31Using Your DeviceSection 4BBrowser Interface Home Page⽧ Displaying the Home Page of the Device (page 33)⽧ Logging On as an

Sharing Your Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Ending Your Network Connection . . .

ABDCFEAWhen you click an icon or the text next to it, a window opens to the right (see the screenshot on page 43). The window contains additional stat

Using Your Device 33Using Your DeviceDisplaying the Home Page of the DeviceNote: You can display the home page only when your device is turned

34 Using Your DeviceVirtual DeviceThe right half of the home page contains an image of your device.This is a “virtual device” — it reflects mos

Using Your Device 35Using Your DeviceTo save space on your monitor, you can close the home page and move the Mini Window to the side of your mo

36 Using Your DeviceSection 4CAlerts⽧ 3G Activation Required (page 36)⽧ 3G Network Update Available (page 37)⽧ GPS Privacy Agreement (page 37)⽧

Using Your Device 37Using Your Device● If activation was not successful, “Activation failed” is displayed. Retry the activation. If it is not s

38 Using Your DeviceSD Card ErrorIf you’re having problems reading from the microSD card, or if the SD Card Error alert window opens or the dev

Using Your Device 39Using Your Device7. To install the update, click Download and install now.— or —If you are not in a strong signal area, mak

40 Using Your DeviceSection 4DYour Network Connection⽧ Launching Your Network Connection (page 40)⽧ Sharing Your Connection (page 40)⽧ Ending Y

Using Your Device 41Using Your DeviceEnding Your Network Connection1. Make sure you’re logged in to the home page.2. Click Disconnect on the Vi

Enabling and Disabling Sounds for Specific Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Low Battery Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

42 Using Your DeviceSection 4EIcons and Text⽧ Signal Information (page 43)⽧ Mobile Broadband Information and Settings (page 44)⽧ 3G Roaming Inf

Using Your Device 43Using Your DeviceIf you click an icon or the text, a window opens with additional information, as shown in the following sc

44 Using Your DeviceEc/Io is a dimensionless ratio of the average power of a channel, typically the pilot channel, to the total signal power.CI

Using Your Device 45Using Your DeviceConfiguring the 3G/4G Connection PreferencesThe value determines which network(s) to connect to, and in wh

46 Using Your Device●Allow international access field (if you’re logged in) — allows roaming outside of the United States and Puerto Rico (for

Using Your Device 47Using Your DeviceConfiguring the SettingsWhen you’re logged in, the following settings are available.View privacy agreement

48 Using Your DeviceBlock — Use this to block a computer’s access to the device. You might want to do this if:● You don’t recognize a listed co

Using Your Device 49Using Your Device● AC powered. Choose one of the following:䡲Short Range — Choose this setting if you have a designated wire

50 Using Your Device䡲WAN DNS Secondary — This is the address of the Internet system used to translate names (for example, sprint.com) into IP a

Using Your Device 51Using Your DeviceSounds Information and SettingsThe sounds icon ( ) shows whether the device speaker is on.The device speak

5M. Setup Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116Welcome to Your Devi

52 Using Your DeviceSection 4FHome Page Buttons⽧ Top Row of the Home Page Buttons (page 52)⽧ Bottom Row of the Home Page Buttons (page 54)Top R

Using Your Device 53Using Your DeviceAdvanced SettingsFrom the Advanced Settings window you can configure all the settings of the device and th

54 Using Your DeviceBottom Row of the Home Page ButtonsThese buttons are displayed below the Virtual Device.Note: The buttons appear only when

Using Your Device 55Using Your DeviceSection 4GUsing the microSD Card⽧ Before Using the microSD Card Slot (page 55)⽧ Inserting a microSD Card (

56 Using Your Device3. If you’ve selected Administrator + Guest:䡲Optionally, change the Set Guest Username and Set Guest Password fields (up to

Using Your Device 57Using Your DeviceRemoving a microSD Card1. Make sure you and other users have completed any file transfers.2. In the microS

58 Using Your DeviceFrom the Windows Start menu, click Run, and then type one of the following:䡲 \\OverdrivePro\䡲 \\<Hostname>\2. Double-

Using Your Device 59Using Your DeviceSection 4HSprint Location Services⽧ Requirements for GPS Service (page 59)⽧ Enabling GPS (page 59)⽧ Displa

60 Using Your Device5. In the GPS Information and Settings window, set GPS Mode to One-time, and click Get fix now. (The top part of the window

Using Your Device 61Using Your DeviceSection 4IUpdates⽧ Automatically Checking for Updates (page 61)⽧ Manually Checking for Updates (page 62)⽧N

Section 7: Technical Specifications, Safety Information, and Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

62 Using Your DeviceManually Checking for UpdatesNote: During installation of the update:• DO NOT turn off or unplug the device.• Your Wi-F

Using Your Device 63Using Your DeviceUpgrading Firmware From a FileUse this option when you have an updated firmware file that you’ve, for exam

64 Using Your DeviceSection 4JViewing Device InformationTo view information about your device:1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced sett

Using Your Device 65Using Your Device● PRI Version — This is the PRI version of the 3G component of the device.● Firmware Version — This is the

66 Using Your DeviceSection 4KReset Button⽧ Restarting the Device (page 67)The reset button is inside the hole located near the battery compart

Using Your Device 67Using Your DeviceRestarting the DeviceTip: Alternatively, you may be able to restart the device by pressing and holding the

68 Using Your Device4. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Section 5Settings

70 SettingsSection 5APower Settings⽧ Battery and USB Power Settings (page 70)⽧ AC Power Settings (page 70)Battery and USB Power SettingsYou can

Settings 71SettingsSection 5BConfiguring the LCD⽧ Turning the LCD On or Off (page 71)⽧ Setting the LCD Timeout (page 71)⽧ Setting the LCD Brigh

72 SettingsSection 5CEnabling and Disabling the Power Button LEDThe power button LED on the device acts as a status indicator. (For more inform

Settings 73SettingsSection 5DSounds⽧ Enabling and Disabling Sounds for Specific Events (page 73)⽧ Low Battery Alert (page 74)⽧ Critical Battery

74 SettingsLow Battery AlertYou can set an alert to sound when the battery level is low.Setting the Alert From the Home Page1. Make sure you’re

Settings 75SettingsSection 5ELogin Settings⽧ Changing the Administrator Password (page 75)⽧ Automatic Login (“Remember Me”) (page 75)Changing t

76 SettingsSection 5FAdvanced Settings⽧ Accessing the Advanced Settings Window (page 76)⽧ Device Tab (page 76)⽧ WAN Tab (page 80)⽧ Wi-Fi Tab (p

Settings 77Settings● Import Router Settings — You can import configuration settings. (See “Importing Settings” on page 112 .)●Export Router Set

78 Settings●SD-Card Slot — Before you can use the microSD Card Slot, you must enable it. (See “Enabling the microSD Card Slot” on page 55.)●mic

Settings 79SettingsAbout PanelTo view information about your device:1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced settings ( ).3. Click Device &

80 Settings●Total Bytes — This is the amount of data transferred over the 4G network during the lifetime of the device.●Firmware Version — This

Settings 81SettingsFrom this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:●Active Network — This is the netw

Section 1Getting Started

82 Settings3G PanelSee “3G Panel” on page 95.4G Panel1.Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced settings ( ).3. Click WAN > 4G.Note: 4G inf

Settings 83SettingsFrom this window, you can view or adjust these settings, or perform the following actions:● Enable GPS — To use GPS, and to

84 SettingsWi-Fi TabNetwork Panel1. Log in to the home page.2. Click Advanced settings ( ).3. Click Wi-Fi > Network.From this window, you ca

Settings 85Settings● Fragmentation Threshold — This setting specifies the largest allowable size, in bytes, for a packet. If the packet is larg

86 SettingsMAC Filter PanelThe MAC (Media Access Control) filter is used to grant (“whitelist”) or block (“blacklist”) wireless devices access

Settings 87SettingsSection 5GConfiguring the Wi-Fi Network⽧ SSID (Wi-Fi Network Name) (page 87)⽧ Wi-Fi Security (page 89)⽧ Host Name (Device Na

88 Settings3. In the SSID field, enter the new name.If the SSID field is not available, Link SSID and Hostname is enabled. You must either edit

Settings 89SettingsWi-Fi SecurityBy default, Wi-Fi security is enabled for your device and the Wi-Fi network.Note: All the devices used with th

90 Settings䡲WPA/WPA2 Personal (recommended setting) — Wi-Fi devices that use either WPA or WPA2 can connect to the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile H

Settings 91Settings2. Press the power button on the device two times quickly (within a half-second interval).The information is displayed for