Sprint Nextel 550 - Manual (Page 18)

Section 1: PCS Connection Card Basics
12 1B: Getting Started
Getting Started
Before you can begin using the PCS Connection Card, you must:
1.
Install the PCS Connection Manager Software.
2.
Activate your PCS Account and configure the PCS Connection Card to
use your account, unless the card has been pre-activated.
The PCS Connection Card Software
The PCS Connection Card comes with this software:
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PCS Connection Manager, which allows you to manage the card and
monitor your connections.
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(For notebook PCs only) An application called the Network Adapter
Manager that allows you to switch between the PCS Connection Card
and other network cards
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The driver software that forms the interface between the network card
and your Windows operating system
The software must be installed before you insert the PCS Connection Card
for the first time. Detailed instructions are provided, starting on page 17
(for notebook PCs) and on page 27 (for Handheld / Pocket PCs).
Activating and Using PCS Service
Before using your PCS Connection Card, you must first set up your
PCS wireless network account.
To set up your PCS Connection Card wireless network account:
Call PCS Customer Service Solutions.
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If you will be using your PCS Connection Card primarily for business
purposes, call
1-877-789-3969
.
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If your card is intended primarily for personal use, call
1-888-715-4588
.
You should have the following information available:
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Your billing address
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Your Social Security or Tax ID number
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Your driver’s license number