Mobile broadband window – Sprint Nextel 595U User Manual
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Section 3A: Your USB Modem: The Basics
Mobile Broadband Window
The text and icons in the Mobile Broadband window indicate the connection state
(page 38), and, when disconnected, whether the USB modem is locked
or
unlocked
The Mobile Broadband window may display, depending on the connection state,
some of the following icons:
CDMA network signal strength, indicated by the number of bars.
The ToolTip indicates the type of coverage you have (for example, 1X
and/or 1xEV-DO), and the signal strength, in dBm.
You are roaming. Roaming charges may apply.
Note: Sprint Location Services may not be available when roaming.
If this icon is flashing, you are in a non-preferred roaming area, and you
may not be able to complete your calls.
Tip: You can change the roaming option (“Roam Mode;” for example, to
disable roaming, select Sprint), and also enable the Roam Guard feature (from
the Sprint Mobile Broadband Settings window; page 68).
1xEV-DO Rev. A transmit/receive icon: a data connection is active.
The up arrow is animated (for example:
) when data is being
transmitted to the network.
The down arrow is animated (for example:
) when data is being
received from the network.
Exit
Establish/
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details
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Minimize
Message area
Indicator area
connection