Novatel MiFi 6630, Getting Started

Page 1: ...userguide GETTING STARTED USING YOUR MiFi 6630 MiFi 6630 SETTINGS TROUBLESHOOTING PRODUCT SPECS AND REGULATORY GLOSSARY 6630 ...

Page 2: ...otherwise transfer the software drivers or Derivative Works to any country where such transfer is prohibited by the United States Export Administration Act or any successor legislation or in violation of the laws of any other country Trademarks and Service Marks Novatel Wireless is a trademark of Novatel Wireless Inc and the other trademarks logos and service marks collectively the Trademarks used...

Page 3: ...Battery 14 Replacing the Battery 14 Universal Charging 16 Battery Tips 17 Power the MiFi 6630 On and Off 18 Power On 18 Power Off 18 Connecting to Your MiFi 6630 19 Using Your MiFi 6630 After Setup is Complete 21 Using the MiFi 6630 User Interface 24 MiFi 6630 Settings 25 Managing Your MiFi 6630 26 On the MiFi 6630 Display 26 On the MiFi 6630 Admin Website 27 Sign In 28 Sign In to the MiFi 6630 Ad...

Page 4: ... 54 Advanced 62 Firewall 63 Universal Charging 69 On the MiFi 6630 Display 69 On the MiFi 6630 Admin Website 69 Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS 70 On the MiFi 6630 Display 70 On the MiFi 6630 Admin Website 71 Messages 72 On the MiFi 6630 Display 72 On the MiFi 6630 Admin Website 73 Parental Controls 75 Summary 75 Site List 75 Device List 78 GPS 79 About 81 On the MiFi 6630 Display 81 On the MiFi 6630 Ad...

Page 5: ...duct Specifications and Regulatory Information 102 Product Specifications 103 General 103 Technology Bands 103 Environmental 104 Regulatory Statements 105 Wireless Communications 107 Limited Warranty and Liability 107 Safety Hazards 108 Proper Battery Use and Disposal 110 Glossary 111 ...

Page 6: ...Overview Power Management Caring for Your MiFi 6630 Getting Started 1 ...

Page 7: ... Global Connectivity for up to 15 Wi Fi Enabled Devices to High Speed Wireless Data Connect to 4G LTE and numerous Global Bands Universal Charging The built in Universal Charger provides a spare charge for tablets smartphones and other devices running low on battery power Up to 20 Hours of Battery Life on a Single Charge Manage Wireless Network Activity MiFi Settings is an easy to use web based in...

Page 8: ...ing systems Works with the latest versions of browsers including Android Google Chrome Firefox Internet Explorer Safari and Mobile Safari To use Wi Fi mode your computer or other device needs Wi Fi capability and Internet browser software If your computer does not have Wi Fi capability you can use Ethernet over USB tethering Your MiFi 6630 must have proper data service to function See Using Your M...

Page 9: ...s Bar Provides connection and battery status network signal strength roaming status number of unread messages and the number of users connected with Wi Fi Power Button Powers the MiFi 6630 on and off and turns display back on when device is in power saving mode Test port Use for testing and diagnostics SIM Card Slot The SIM card is pre installed here Battery Removal Divot Insert a fingernail here ...

Page 10: ...cator If this icon is displayed data is being transferred between your MiFi 6630 and connected device s Network Indicator Displays the type of network to which your MiFi 6630 is connected Messages If this icon is displayed you have unread Verizon system messages Connected Devices If this icon is displayed it shows the number of devices connected to your MiFi 6630 Battery Charge Indicator Displays ...

Page 11: ...ing Scroll and select icon to display Universal Charging status Options include Available Charging or Not availab e Software Updates Scroll and select icon to perform software updates WPS Scroll and select icon to set WPS Message Center Scroll and select the icon to display unread messages and to save or delete read messages About MiFi 6630 Scroll and select the icon to display Internet connection...

Page 12: ... You can use the MiFi 6630 when the battery is installed and the charger is plugged into a wall socket Please ensure the wall socket is located near the equipment and is easily accessible The MiFi battery charges while it is plugged into the charger Universal charging You can use the MiFi 6630 to charge external devices such as smartphones and tablets to help keep you powered and connected longer ...

Page 13: ...om liquids dust and excessive temperatures Do not apply adhesive labels to the MiFi 6630 they might cause the MiFi 6630 to potentially overheat and they might alter the performance of the antenna The wall charger should plug easily into your computer s standard Type A USB port Do not force the device into a port as dong so might damage the connector Store the MiFi 6630 in a safe place when not in ...

Page 14: ...Accessing the Network Using Your MiFi 6630 for the First Time Connecting to Your MiFi 6630 Using Your MiFi 6630 After Setup is Complete Using Your MiFi 6630 2 ...

Page 15: ...h LTE Download typical download speeds of 5 12 Mbps Upload typical upload speeds of 2 5 Mbps 3G Mobile Broadband with EVDO Rev A Download typical download speeds of 600 kbps 1 4 Mbps with bursts up to 3 1 Mbps Upload typical upload speeds of 500 800 kbps with bursts up to 1 8 Mbps Wi Fi 802 11a b g n 802 11a uses the 5 0 GHz frequency with a bandwidth up to 12 Mbps 802 11b uses the 2 4 GHz frequen...

Page 16: ... System Requirements on page 3 Install the SIM Card See Installing the 4G LTE SIM Card on page 12 Fully charge the battery See Charging the Battery on page 14 Power on the MiFi 6630 See Power the MiFi 6630 On and Off on page 18 Connect the MiFi 6630 to your computer using Wi Fi See Connecting to Your MiFi 6630 on page 19 ...

Page 17: ...lored contacts Hold the card with the gold colored contact points facing down Insert the SIM card into the slot The SIM card MUST remain in the SIM card slot when in use CAUTION Do not bend or scratch your SIM card Avoid exposing your SIM card to static electricity water or dirt Removing the 4G LTE SIM Card Remove the battery cover located on the underside of the MiFi 6630 Remove the battery from ...

Page 18: ...13 Push the SIM Card toward the SIM Card slot to release then carefully slide the card backwards to remove NOTE Should your 4G SIM card be lost or damaged contact your network operator ...

Page 19: ...iFi 6630 Plug the other end of the wall charger into the appropriate electrical outlet CAUTION Use only batteries and chargers with your MiFi 6630 that have been approved by Novatel Wireless for optimal performance and safe operation Replacing the Battery To remove and replace the battery Press your finger against the battery door removal tab then lift and remove the battery cover Set the cover as...

Page 20: ...with the gold colored contacts on the MiFi 6630 and gently slide the battery into place Replace the cover by setting it on the MiFi 6630 where the notches align then press on the cover until it clicks into place and is flat across the entire bottom surface ...

Page 21: ...an additional device using your MiFi 6630 To charge an additional device Slide the port shield to expose the USB universal charging port Connect the USB cable to the device to be charged Connect the other end of the USB cable to the Universal Charging port on the MiFi 6630 ...

Page 22: ...ery keep it near room temperature When storing your battery keep it uncharged in a cool dark dry place Never expose batteries to temperatures below 20 C 4 F or above 60 C 140 F Never leave the MiFi 6630 in an unattended vehicle due to uncontrollable temperatures that may be outside the desired temperature for this MiFi 6630 Some batteries perform best after several full charge discharge cycles It ...

Page 23: ...isplay lights up After the initial startup screens display the Home screen and menu options are available Power Off Press and hold the Power Button until the display shows MiFi The MiFi 6630 will continue its shutdown process for several seconds and then automatically turn off the display ...

Page 24: ... Your MiFi 6630 Connect to the MiFi 6630 Universal Charging To access your Wi Fi Name SSID and Wi Fi Password after the initial power up or a device reset Power on your MiFi 6630 Select Wi Fi Name Password to display the Wi Fi Name Password page Select More to display the Wi Fi Settings page and display your Admin Password Press the Select button to exit and return to the Home screen and menu opti...

Page 25: ...are unfamiliar with wireless networking on your computer consult the computer help system When prompted enter your Wi Fi Network password The MiFi 6630 Home screen should now show an additional connected device Your Wi Fi enabled device is now connected to the Internet You can view or change MiFi 6630 settings by connecting to the MiFi 6630 Admin website at http my MiFi or http 192 168 1 1 IMPORTA...

Page 26: ...vanced settings Press the Select button to exit and return to the Home screen and menu options Wi Fi Name Password Option Display Wi Fi Name Password Display Wi Fi Settings Directions The MiFi 6630 comes from the factory with security enabled You can change the security settings using the MiFi 6630 Admin website To change your MiFi 6630 security settings Open the web browser of a device connected ...

Page 27: ...e from My MiFi 6630 Home Select Manage My MiFi 6630 Customize My Wi Fi Settings Enter the new Wi Fi Name in the Wi Fi name field and the new Wi Fi Password in the Wi Fi Password field Click Save Changes Change Wi Fi Name Password ...

Page 28: ...our current Admin Password in the Current MiFi Admin password and click Continue Enter your new password in the New Admin password field and re enter to confirm in the Confirm new Admib password field Select a security question Enter the answer to the security question Click Save Changes Change MiFi 6630 Admin Password ...

Page 29: ... time data usage meter on the Home screen to check your data usage and billing cycle schedule If SIM Lock is turned on or if another device is connected to the Universal Charging port and being charged the Data Usage meter will not display Scroll to the Data Usage icon and press the Select button to view your current data usage details To access the icon based menu options From the Home screen use...

Page 30: ...Managing Your MiFi 6630 My MiFi 6630 Home Data Usage Connected Devices MiFi 6630 Settings Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Messages Universal Charging GPS Messages Parental Controls About MiFi 6630 Settings 3 ...

Page 31: ...isplay lights and the Home screen displays Use the status bar to monitor network signal strength data activity roaming messages connected devices universal charging and battery life Use the navigation buttons to scroll to the desired Menu option Press the Select button to open the selected Menu screen To return to the Home screen from any other screen press and hold the Select button until the Hom...

Page 32: ...nected device s web browser and type http my MiFi 6630 or http 192 168 1 1 into the address bar Press Enter The My MiFi 6630 Home page opens See Sign In on page 28 My MiFi 6630 Home Click Sign In in the upper right corner of the window and type your MiFi 6630 Admin password in the Admin password field and click Sign In to display the My MiFi 6630 Home page See My MiFi 6630 Home on page 30 You are ...

Page 33: ... Admin website Type the MiFi 6630 Admin Password the default password is found on the MiFi 6630 by selecting Help MiFi 6630 Admin website in the Sign In field at the top right corner of the window Click Sign In If you forget your Admin Password click I Forgot the Admin Password and a reminder will appear telling you where to find your password Click OK MiFi 6630 Admin Password Reminder ...

Page 34: ...29 Menu Panel The Menu Panel is the primary navigation for MiFi Settings You can access each feature under the appropriate menu My MiFi 6630 Home Menu Panel ...

Page 35: ...lding the power button until the display lights and the Home screen displays Use the navigation buttons to scroll to the desired Menu option Press the Select button to open the selected Menu screen To return to the Home screen press hold the Select button to exit the selected Menu screen Home Screen Displays Scrollto Desired Menu Option Press Select button to Exit ...

Page 36: ...u to quickly access commonly used links and all available menu options for your MiFi 6630 My MiFi 6630 Home contains the following quick link menu options Manage My MiFi 6630 See Manage My MiFi 6630 on page 32 Help Support See Help on page 94 My MiFi 6630 Home ...

Page 37: ...ings See Customize my Wi Fi Settings on page 33 Change my Web Interface Password See Change my Web Interface Password on page 34 Data Usage See Data Usage on page 36 6620L Web UI_Home _Manage My Jetpack MiFi 6620L png NOTE The next time you sign in to MiFi 6630 Settings you will need to use the new password ...

Page 38: ...omize my Wi Fi Settings takes you to the MiFi 6630 Settings page Wi Fi menu where you can customize Wi Fi profiles and view details about the devices connected to your MiFi 6630 See Wi FI Hotspot on page 47 MiFi 6630 Settings Wi Fi Network Settings ...

Page 39: ...in password is admin This is the password you use to sign In to Settings To change the Admin Password used to Sign In to your MiFi 6630 Enter your current Admin password in the Current MiFi Admin password box then click Continue MiFi 6630 Settings Change MiFi 6630 Admin Password Enter your new password in the Enter new password box Re enter your new password in the Confirm new password box Select ...

Page 40: ...n the Answer Security Question field MiFi 6630 Settings Answer Security Question Click Save Changes A message displays confirming that your password has been changed NOTE The next time you sign in to MiFi 6630 Settings you will need to use the new password ...

Page 41: ...MiFi 6630 Display For an expanded view of your mobile data usage information use the navigate button to scroll to the Data Usage icon and press the Select button to display current data usage date data usage meter amount of data used total available in GB and the billing cycle end date Press hold the Select button to exit and return to the Home screen Data Usage ...

Page 42: ...he Select button Select the Wi Fi Devices option to display the type name DNS and MAC details for each device connected to the MiFi 6630 Network and to block or unblock each device Select the Blocked Devices option to display the type name DNS and MAC details for each blocked device and to unblock any of the blocked devices Select the USB Tethering option to display the type name DNS and MAC detai...

Page 43: ... interface to assign a name to a connected device the assigned name displays in place of the hostname In rare cases the hostname may be unavailable You can use the Edit option to change the name of any connected device Type The first column indicates the type of connected device You can use the Edit option to set or change the type If the type has not been set no icon is displayed Once you set the...

Page 44: ...ge opens allowing you to edit a connected device MiFi 6630 Connected Devices Edit Select the appropriate change from the Connected Devices dropdown menu MiFi 6630 Connected Devices Select Device Type Click Save to finish editing the device MiFi 6630 Connected Devices Accept Changes ...

Page 45: ...evices Click Change Max Connections on the Connected Devices page Change Maximum Number of Connected Devices The MiFi 6630 Settings Wi Fi page opens Select the number of devices from the Maximum Wi Fi connected devices dropdown menu Change Maximum Number of Connected Devices Click Save Changes ...

Page 46: ...his option is available for use with each connected device except for your own device and any device connected via USB MiFi 6630 Connected Devices Block Blocked List This lists any devices you have blocked Note that since these devices are not currently connected and are blocked from connecting they do not have an IP address Instead they are identified by their name and MAC address MiFi 6630 Conne...

Page 47: ...block to unblock a previously blocked device freeing it to connect again The unblocked device is deleted from the Blocked List and will reappear in the Connected Devices list when it connects MiFi 6630 Connected Devices Unblock ...

Page 48: ... the Exit option or press hold the Select button to return to the Home screen Settings Option Wi Fi Settings Change Wi Fi Band Screen Timeout On the Home screen navigate to the Settings icon and press the Select button to open the Settings select screen and display Settings options Navigate to the Preferences option and press the Select button to open the Preferences select screen to display the P...

Page 49: ... the setting and return to the Settings select screen Navigate to the Exit option or press hold the Select button to return to the Home screen Settings Option Select Preferences Option Select Audio On Off Set Audio On Off Audio Alerts On the Home screen navigate to the Settings icon and press the Select button to open the Settings select screen and display Settings options Navigate to the Preferen...

Page 50: ...the Network option and press the Select button to open the Network select screen to display the Network options Navigate to the Network Technology option and press the Select button to display the Network Technology screen with the available Network Technology options Navigate to the desired technology option and press the Set button Navigate to the Back option and press the Select button to retur...

Page 51: ...software update information backup and restore files to your MiFi 6630 and set GPS preferences The MiFi 6630 Settings page contains the following sections Wi Fi Hotspot See Wi FI Hotspot on page 47 Settings See Settings on page 49 Mobile Settings See Mobile Settings on page 54 Advanced See Advanced on page 62 f MiFi 6630 Wi Fi Settings ...

Page 52: ...llows you to enable Wi Fi devices to connect to the MiFi 6630 Wi Fi network to change the Basic Wi Fi Settings including Wi Fi Name Password to select 2 4 GHx and 5 GHz Band Settings and to turn ON OFF Wi Fi Options Change Wi Fi Name and Password ...

Page 53: ...y Select the Bandwidth 802 11 Mode and Channel from the drop down menus To turn ON OFF Wi Fi Options To turn on an option click the option checkbox to display the check mark To turn off an option click the option checkbox to remove the check mark Click Save Changes to finalize and accept the new settings Turn ON OFF Wi Fi Options ...

Page 54: ... software version and check for updates and backup or restore your MiFi 6630 settings The Settings section contains the following menu options Device Preferences See Device Preferences on page 51 MiFi 6630 Admin Password See MiFi Admin Password on page 50 Backup See Backup and Restore on page 53 Change MiFi Admin Password ...

Page 55: ...o change your Admin Password Type your current password in the Current MiFi Admin password field Select Continue to display the Change MiFi Admin Password screen Type your new password in the New Admin Password field Type your new password a second time in the Confirm new Admin Password field Select a security question from the dropdown menu options Type the answer to the selected security questio...

Page 56: ...he MiFi 6630 display Universal Charging Use this feature to charge your cellphone or similar device Device Preferences Allows you to set the behaviour of the MiFi 6630 Notifications Allows you to turn ON OFF listed notifications User Preferences Allows you to customize the date time distance and number formats MiFi 6630 Settings MiFi 6630 Preferences ...

Page 57: ... your MiFi 6630 settings to your MiFi 6630 device Click Browse to navigate to the desired settings backup file saved on your computer Enter the Admin Password in effect when the backup file was saved in the Admin Password field Click Restore Now Restore Previous MiFi 6630 Settings To restore all settings on your MiFi 6630 to factory default settings Click Restore Factory Defaults If prompted for a...

Page 58: ... MiFi 6630 Click Browse and select a file then enter the Admin Password in effect when the backup file was saved in the Admin Password field and click Restore Now Restore to Factory Defaults Allows you to restore all settings on your MiFi 6630 to the factory default values Click Restore Factory Defaults to restore all such settings If prompted for a password use the default Admin Password which is...

Page 59: ...ings The Advanced page contains the following menu options Mobile See Mobile on page 55 APN See APN on page 57 Network Selection See Network Selection on page 59 Manual DNS See Manual DNS on page 60 SIM Lock See SIM Lock on page 61 IMPORTANT Changing the MiFi s Mobile settings can adversely affect stability performance and security of the device Settings Mobile Settings ...

Page 60: ...i mobile broadband connection International Roaming Allows you to turn off international roaming to prevent all Internet traffice from using the mobile broadband connection Technology Allows you to select the network technologies whivh will be used The choices are Automatic LTE UMTS GSM WCDMA GSM WCDMA only and GSM only Mobile Settings Mobile Cellular Data ON ...

Page 61: ...nges to accept and finalize the new Advanced Networks settings Turn Cellular Data OFF Confirmation To turn International Roaming on or off and change your preferred network technology To turn on slide the International Roaming ON OFF button to ON To turn it off slide the button to OFF Select the desired network technology from the Technology dropdown menu Choose from Automatic LTE UMTS GSM WCDMA G...

Page 62: ...e Mobile Settings APN To create a custom APN profile for use in place of the default provided with MiFi Select Custom from the Technology dropdown menu NOTE Using a custom profile in place of the default may adversely affect you internet connection Enter the APN name used in the custom APN profile Select the authentication method in the Authentication dropdown menu Options include None PAP and CHA...

Page 63: ...58 Click Save Changes to accept and finalize the new custom APN profile settings Save Custom APN Profile ...

Page 64: ...lect a network if you wish If the connection to the manually selected network is lost the device will return to automatic network selection Mobile Settings Network Selection To select another network to use in place the current selected one Text here Text here Click Save Changes to accept the new network selection ...

Page 65: ...lly select up to two DNS IP addresses Mobile Settings Manual DNS To manually select a Domain Name Server Click the box next to Turn on Manual DNS Enter the IP address for the first DNS in the DNS Address 1 field Enter the IP address for the second DNS in the DNS Address 1 field if applicable Click Save Changes ...

Page 66: ... current status of the SIM card Possible values include Ready This is the normal state The SIM PIN is not used PIN Locked The SIM PIN must be entered before you can use the mobile network PUK Locked The PUK for the SIM must be entered in order to continue The PUK can be obtained from your service provider Unlocked The SIM PIN is needed but has already been entered No SIM No SIM was detected If you...

Page 67: ...iltering and forwarding applications IMPORTANT Changing the MiFi 6630 s Advanced settings can adversely affect stability performance and security of the MiFi 6630 The Advanced page contains the following menu options Firewall See Firewall on page 63 MAC Filter See MAC Filter on page 64 Port Filtering See Port Filtering on page 66 Port Forwarding See Port Forwarding on page 68 MiFi 6630 Settings Ad...

Page 68: ...y this option should be turned on If OFF VPN clients are not allowed to connect IPv6 Transparent Mode Allows connected devices to be accessible from the Internet DMZ IPv4 Allows the connected device specified as the DMZ IP address to receive all traffic which would otherwise be blocked by the firewall DMZ checkbox Use the checkbox to turn ON OFF the DMZ feature DMZ IP Address Enter the IP address ...

Page 69: ...efresh Use to refresh the screen and delete any unsaved changes Add Device Use to add a new device to the devices list Save Changes Use to activate and save new settings MiFi 6630 Settings Advanced MAC Filter To add a device to the device list Click Add Device and enter the device name in the Name field Select the device type from the Type dropdown menu Enter the MAC Address in the MAC Address fie...

Page 70: ...turned on Start DHCP address range at The start range of IP addresses reserved for use by the MiFi 6630 s DHCP server table DHCP address range The current range of IP addresses reserved for use by MiFi 6630 s DHCP server table If a device with a static IP address wants to connect to MiFi 6630 s network the static IP should be outside of the DHCP address range Most devices do not have a static IP D...

Page 71: ...x next to one or more applications When port filtering is turned on all other applications are blocked Custom Applications You can define your own applications and then turn them ON OFF as needed To define an application you need to know the outgoing ports used by the application Add Custom Application Use to define your own applications and then turn them on or off as needed Save Changes Use to a...

Page 72: ...d in the Start Port field Enter the end of the range of port numbers in the End Port field If the port is a single port instead of a range type the same value for both the Start Port and the End Port Select the protocol TCP UDP or both used by each port range from the Protocol dropdown menu Click Save Changes to activate and save any changes made to the custom applications Select the Delete checkb...

Page 73: ...rwarding must be used in order for the games to function correctly The Port Forwarding menu contains the following sections ON OFF Slide the ON OFF button to ON to activate Port Forwarding Default Applications The IP address for the selected application Choose from DNS FTP HTTP POP3 SMTP SNMP Telnet and TFTP Custom Applications Add Custom Application Allows you to define your own applications Once...

Page 74: ...een scroll to the Universal Charging icon and press the Select button to display an animation showing how to connect and charge a phone or other device using the Universal Charging port Select More to display charging status Select Exit to return to the Home screen Universal Charging Option Instruction Animation Instruction Animation Current Charging Availability On the MiFi 6630 Admin Website The...

Page 75: ...t to connect to your MiFi 6630 to complete automatic setup To exit the Push Button WPS option and return to the Home screen navigate to Exit and press the Select button WPS Option Start Push Button Method Push Button WPS Started Exit WPS Setup To start PIN Input WPS On the Home screen scroll to the WPS icon and press the Select button to display WPS Method options Navigate to the PIN Input option ...

Page 76: ...i Fi Hotspot Click Wi Fi Options Mark the WPS check box as required Mark the Display the WiFi name on the MiFi screen and Display the WiFi password on the MiFi screen check boxes as required Mark the WiFi Multimedia WMM check box as required Click Save Changes MiFi 6630 Settings Wi Fi Turn ON WPS ...

Page 77: ...screen scroll to the Messages icon and press the Select button to open the first unread message To delete the message press the Select button To retain the message use the right scroll button to move to the next unread message When No More Messages displays press the Select button to exit and return to the Home screen Select Messages Scroll Right to Next Message Press Select to Delete Press Select...

Page 78: ...essages and allows you to delete messages individually or all messages at one time Unread messages are marked with a red message icon MiFi 6630 Messages To delete existing messages To delete one message at a time click the garbage can icon for each message you want to delete MiFi 6630 Messages Delete ...

Page 79: ...74 To delete all messages at one time click Delete All Messages at the bottom of the page MiFi 6630 Messages Delete All ...

Page 80: ...The Parental Controls Summary section allows you to turns the Site List ON OFF and displays Site List and Device List status information To turn on the Site Filter and block access to specified sites slide the ON OFF button to ON Site List The Parental Controls Site List section allows you to block access to a list of sites or allow access only to specified sites To block access to a list of sites...

Page 81: ...from the Blocked List Select the Block List button to display the current list of blocked sites Select the Delete checkbox for the site you want to delete To delete all blocked sites click Select All Click Save Changes to delete the selected sites and save the revised Block List MiFi 6630 Parental Controls Site List Block List Delete ...

Page 82: ...o allow Click Save Changes to update and save the revised Allow List MiFi 6630 Parental Controls Site List Allow List Add To delete a site from the Allow List Select the Allow List button to display the current list of allowed sites Select the Delete checkbox for the site you want to delete To delete all blocked sites click Select All Click Save Changes to delete the selected sites and save the re...

Page 83: ... and identify which devices will use the Site Filter If the Device List is turned ON only devices listed and selected will use the Site Filter MiFi 6630 Parental Controls Device List ON If the Device List is turned OFF all devices will use the Site Filter MiFi 6630 Parental Controls Device List OFF ...

Page 84: ...ou to set when the GPS receiver will turn off once it is on GPS over Wi Fi NMEA Allows you to download and install the GPS over Wi Fi driver for your computing platform To configure your MiFi 6630 GPS settings f Slide the ON OFF button to ON to activate the MiFi 6630 location services and display the GPS Agreement GPS Turn ON To proceed click Confirmed after reading and agreeing to the GPS Agreeme...

Page 85: ...en connected via a USB cable a NMEA serial port is available to applications that can use a NMEA stream To activate GPS over Wi Fi NMEA Click GPS over Wi Fi NMEA Click the Turn ON GPS over Wi Fi checkbox Click gps status driver_download_link and select the appropriate driver from the list of available drivers Save the driver to the desired location on your computer Click Save Changes to finalize a...

Page 86: ...d press the Select button to open the Internet Status screen and display status information including connection network technology signal SNR and roaming Press the Select button to navigate to the MiFi 6630 Info screen and display model number version wireless number IMEI and battery level Press the Select button to exit the MiFi 6630 Info screen and return to the Home screen About MiFi 6630 Opti...

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Page 88: ... Internet Status See Internet Status on page 83 MiFi 6630 Info See Manage My MiFi 6630 on page 32 Diagnostics See Diagnostics on page 86 Logs See Logs on page 90 Software Update See Software Update on page 91 Internet Status The Internet Status page shows MiFi 6630 settings and status and contains the following sections Internet Status See Internet Status on page 84 IPv4 See IPv4 on page 84 IPv6 S...

Page 89: ...to the network Received The amount of data received from the network IPv4 The IPv4 section has the following options IP Address The IP address for the MiFi 6630 Mask The subnet mask network setting for the MiFi 6630 The default value 255 255 255 0 is standard for small class C networks If you change the LAN IP Address ensure you use the correct Subnet Mask for the IP address range containing the L...

Page 90: ... My MiFi version The current MiFi 6630 version MiFi OS version The MiFi 6630 operating system OS including its components version Modem FW version The current modem firmware version Wi Fi FW version The current Wi Fi firmware version Web UI version The web user interface version Display UI version The current user interface version PRI version The configuration version currently applied to the MiF...

Page 91: ...e system log This page is used mostly for troubleshooting and is not required for normal operation The Diagnostics page contains the following sections Modem See Modem on page 87 4G LTE Network See 4G LTE Network on page 88 GSM UMTS HSPA Network See 4G LTE Network on page 88 Field Test See Field Test on page 89 About MiFi 6630 Diagnostics ...

Page 92: ...IM card is missing or this field indicates some form of SIM error the MiFi 6630 will not be able to connect to the mobile network ICCID The ID number assigned to the SIM Card MIN MSID The Mobile Identification Number MIN or Mobile Station ID MSID is the number associated with the home service provider and the wireless phone number ESN The Electronic Serial Number which is either blank or a pseudo ...

Page 93: ... section has the following options Status Status of the network Disabled Not available or Available Network operator The vendor that currently provides wireless access Technology The current technology in use for the GSM WCDMA HSPA network Possible values from slowest to fastest are GPRS EDGE UMTS HSDPA HSUPA HSPA and HSPA DC PLMN ID The name and or ID of the Public Land Mobile Network Cell ID The...

Page 94: ...est Click on Field Test to provide a list of low level network parameters which can be helpful for technical support staff when they troubleshoot network connectivity issues About MiFi 6630 Diagnostics Field Test ...

Page 95: ...arious operations and are used for troubleshooting and are not needed for normal MiFi 6630 operation About MiFi 6630 Diagnostics Field Test Turn on Logs To turn on system logs Select the checkbox next to Turn on logs About MiFi 6630 Logs Turn On Click Save Changes About MiFi 6630 Logs Save Changes ...

Page 96: ...gs Deselect the checkbox next to Turn on logs About MiFi 6630 Logs Turn Off Click Save Changes About MiFi 6630 Logs Save Changes Delete System Log To delete a system log Select the checkbox next to Turn on logs About MiFi 6630 Logs Turn On ...

Page 97: ...g About MiFi 6630 Logs Set Delete System Log Click Save Changes Software Update The Software Update page contains the following sections Current software version Displays information for the current software version date of last check for updates and the number of updates currently available Checked for update Displays the date of the last software update Update available Displays the software upd...

Page 98: ...93 Customer Support Click on Customer Support to link directly to view your wireless number Self Support and Additional Support Customer Support ...

Page 99: ...Features Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Unlock SIM and Tips Use the up down scroll buttons to highlight the desired Help option then press the Select button to display option choices and information Use the down scroll button to highlight Exit or Back and press the Select button to return to the Help options Help Option Select MiFi Admin Website MiFi 6630 Admin Website Info Select Advanced Features Ret...

Page 100: ...Overview Common Problems and Solutions Technical Support Troubleshooting 4 ...

Page 101: ...e following tips can help solve many common problems encountered while using the MiFi 6630 First Steps Make sure you are using the MiFi 6630 in the correct geographic region Ensure that your wireless coverage extends to your current location Ensure you have an active subscription plan Restarting your computer and your MiFi 6630 can resolve many issues IMPORTANT Before contacting support be sure to...

Page 102: ...wall charger How do I reset the MiFi 6630 back to factory settings The master reset button is in a small hole located on the bottom of the MiFi 6630 underneath the battery cover This button returns the MiFi 6630 to factory settings including re setting the Wi Fi Name SSID and Wi Fi Password To reset the MiFi 6630 follow these steps Place one end of an unfolded paper clip into the master reset butt...

Page 103: ...rient your device If you are inside a building or near a structure that may be blocking the signal change the position or location of the device For example try moving your device close to a window You are outside your coverage area or there may be a problem with your account Check with your network operator The MiFi 6630 has no power or the device screen does not display when the power button is ...

Page 104: ...Connected Devices icon in the status bar will show a connected device I see the network name but cannot connect to my MiFi 6630 Go to Wi Fi Name Password to check that you are using the correct Wi Fi password How do I disconnect from the network From the MiFi 6630 device To disconnect from the Wi Fi network select Settings Wi Fi Turn Off From the MiFi 6630 Admin network Go to http my MiFi to open ...

Page 105: ...o display more detailed information for connected devices go to http my MiFi 6630 to open the Home page then Sign In using your MiFi 6630 Admin Password Select Connected Devices from the Navigation panel to display additional details for all currently connected and blocked devices How do I check the firmware version installed on my MiFi 6630 Select Software Update to display the current version in...

Page 106: ...er and the MiFi 6630 Technical Support Contact your service provider for assistance When calling you may be asked for the wireless number of your MiFi 6630 To find your MiFi 6630 s wireless number go to About MiFi 6630 MiFi 6630 Info on your device or http my MiFi 6630 on the Web User Interface ...

Page 107: ...ecifications Regulatory Statements Product Specifications Wireless Communications Limited Warranty and Liability Safety Hazards Proper Battery Use and Disposal Product Specifications and Regulatory Information 5 ...

Page 108: ...Hz Default SSID MiFi6630 XXXX Battery Size Time required for full charge Usage 4000 mAh 3 hours when not in use Up to 20 hours Chip Set QUALCOMM MDM9225 Interface Type Type B USB Port for Micro USB used by the wall charger Type A USB port used by Universal Charging feature Memory RAM 128MB LPDDR FLASH 256MB NAND Technology Bands Technology LTE UMTS GSM Band Designation LTE Rel 10 UMTS Rel 8 GSM Re...

Page 109: ... onto hard surface stone concrete metal without mechanical electrical or functional damage except for slight scratches or mars The housing will withstand drop from 1 25m onto hard surface stone concrete metal without mechanical electrical or functional damage except for slight scratches or mars Electrostatic Discharge The device shall be able to withstand the following ESD 8kV contact 15kV air dis...

Page 110: ...o an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including i...

Page 111: ...F Exposure Guidance This equipment complies with Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This device is authorized for use in mobile and portable applications This product has been evaluated for SAR and meets the Industry Canada Guidelines for exposure to radio waves For better signal reception coverage range and data throughput do not place the router n...

Page 112: ... EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE The exclusive remedy for a claim under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement at Novatel Wireless option of defective or non conforming materials parts or components The foregoing warranties do not extend to I non conformities defects or errors in the...

Page 113: ...ge facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Near medical and life support equipment Do not operate your device in any area where medical equipment life support equipment or near any equipmen...

Page 114: ...re sensitive to electrostatic discharge ESD Macintosh native connection software might attempt to reinitialize the device should a substantial electrostatic discharge reset the device If the software is not operational after an ESD occurrence then restart your computer ...

Page 115: ...o fire explosion or other hazard Only use the battery for the system for which it was specified Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazard Do not short circuit a battery or allow a metallic or conductive object to contact the battery termi...

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Page 117: ...N communication standards in the 2 4 3 6 and 5 GHz frequency bands bps Bits per second The rate of data flow Broadband High capacity high speed transmission channel with a wider bandwidth than conventional modem lines Broadband channels can carry video voice and data simultaneously CDMA Code Division Multiple Access It is the underlying channel access method used by some mobile phone standards DHC...

Page 118: ... Service Provider Also referred to as the service carrier an ISP provides Internet connection service See Network Operator Kbps Kilobits per second The rate of data flow LAN Local Area Network A type of network that lets a group of computers all in close proximity such as inside an office building communicate with one another It does not use common carrier circuits though it can have gateways or b...

Page 119: ...ns protocols used for the Internet and other similar networks USB Universal Serial Bus A connection type for computing device peripherals such as a printer mobile modem etc USB connectors may be used for data transfer or charging USB Port Types The USB ports on computers and hubs have a rectangular Type A socket and peripheral devices have a cable with a Type A plug Peripherals that do not have an...