Sprint Nextel U720 Modem User Manual


 
Section 2A: Installing the Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem 21
When you connect the device, the following should occur:
The USB modem is powered as soon as you connect it to the
computer’s USB port.
The LED indicator on the device lights up, blinks and turns
solid green.
The Sprint PCS Connection Manager Software starts (unless
the auto-launch feature has been disabled).
Using the External USB Cable
To use the USB cable:
1. Plug the single end of the Y-shaped cable into the
Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem.
2. Plug the two connected ends of the Y-shaped cable into two
separate USB ports on your PC.
3. The device is powered as soon as the USB cable is connected
to the appropriate USB ports. (The LED indicator on the
device will turn green.)
4. Launch Sprint PCS Connection Manager and click Connect.
Note:
The Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem also contains an
antenna that can be used for better coverage; this is an
integral part of the device. To use this feature, flip open the
device's antenna by gently gripping the top right side of the
external cover with your forefinger.