Sierra Wireless PC3320 - Manual (Page 9)

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1 1: Introducing the PC3320
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