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O2 E160 User Manual

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    ø mobile broadband user guide pay & go usb modem e160 we’re better, connected.

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    What’s ø mobile broadband? ø mobile broadband lets you use the internet almost anywhere. And it includes connection to any of the cloud’s wi-fi hotspots in the uk. If you use windows, you can use bt openzone hotspots too. Wi-fi is faster, and it won’t cost you any more. Your usb modem works on pcs a...

  • Page 3: Contents

    Getting started what’s in the box 2 putting in the sim 3 setting up on your computer 4 windows 4 mac 8 buying ø mobile broadband data 15 how to use ways to connect to the internet 20 connecting with ø mobile broadband 21 checking your balance 27 using wi-fi 28 text messages 35 using your usb modem a...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    1 2 getting started.

  • Page 5: What’S In The Box

    1 2 what’s in the box it’s a good idea to save your ø mobile broadband number in your phone’s address book. You’ll find it on the credit card sized card that you popped your sim out of (and on your dispatch note if you bought ø mobile broadband online). If you’re a windows user you can also get your...

  • Page 6: Putting In The Sim

    3 4 putting in the sim 1. Take the cap off the modem. 2. With the ø logo facing up, hold the modem and slide the sim card tray out with your fingernail. 3. Take your sim from the pack in the box, and put it in the tray with the gold chip facing up. The slanted corner should slide in first. 4. With t...

  • Page 7: Setting Up For Windows Users

    3 4 setting up for windows users you can use ø mobile broadband on more than one computer. You need to install the software on each computer you want to use. If you’re using windows, read on. If you’re using a mac, go to page 8. Windows you need to install ø connection manager, which will manage all...

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    5 6 3. If the user account control screen pops up, click allow . Connection manager will get ready to install. This may take a few moments. 4. Read the licence agreement and tick the accept box. Click next ..

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    5 6 5. Click install . Wait while the installshield wizard installs ø connection manager. It might take a few minutes. 6. Click finish . Wait while connection manager finishes installing. It might take a few minutes..

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    7 8 7. Tick the pay & go box and fill in your details. This is so we can keep you up to date with any new software developments that will improve the service you get. Click continue . You’re nearly ready to go. Go to page 15 to buy access and start using the internet..

  • Page 11: Mac

    7 8 mac you can use ø mobile broadband on more than one computer. You need to install the software on each computer you want to use. Installing mobile connect before you start, make sure all other applications are closed. 1. Plug your usb modem into a usb port on your computer. Look for the usb port...

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    9 10 3. Click continue . 4. Read, print or save the licence agreement, then click continue ..

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    9 10 5. Click continue to install the application, or pick a different drive if you want to install it somewhere else. 6. Click install ..

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    11 12 7. If your mac has a password, type it in and click ok . Note: ‘luke’ is our username in this example. Mobile connect will start installing. You’ll get a confirmation message when it’s done..

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    11 12 8. Click close to finish. Creating a profile create a profile and save your settings so you don’t have to enter them every time you go on the internet. 1. The ø usb modem folder should open automatically when you put the modem in. If it doesn’t, click the o2 usb modem icon on your desk top. 2....

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    13 14 3. Click setting… on the control panel to open the settings screen. 4. Click new . You can edit, delete or add more profiles later..

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    13 14 5. Type in these details (some of them might be filled in already): • in profile name , type o2 mobile broadband . • in access point name , type m-bb.O2.Co.Uk . • in telephone number , type *99# . Tip: type # on a mac by using alt+3. • in account name , type o2bb . • in password , type passwor...

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    15 16 buying ø mobile broadband access you need to buy access before you use the internet. You won’t be charged for going to the website below to buy data access. You can buy ø mobile broadband access with a visa, mastercard or switch/maestro card. (you can’t use an american express card.) 1. Go to ...

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    15 16 2. Type in your ø mobile broadband number, if it’s not already there. Click continue . Tip: your ø mobile broadband number is on the credit card sized card that you popped your sim out of (and on your dispatch note if you bought online). If you’re a windows user you can also get your number by...

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    17 18 4. Choose from our daily, weekly or monthly options, then click buy now . Tip: you can buy data that lasts a day, a week or a month. If you use up your data, or the time runs out, you’ll need to buy access again. Type in your card details. Click submit transaction ..

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    17 18 5. Click continue . 6. You need to disconnect before using the internet. Click disconnect on ø connection manager then connect again..

  • Page 22: How to Use

    19 20 how to use.

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    19 20 ways to connect to the internet there are three ways to connect to the internet. Wi-fi is the fastest and you get unlimited wi-fi with your ø mobile broadband. You only use your data allowance when you connect on the ø network. 1. ø mobile broadband – uses the ø mobile network to connect to th...

  • Page 24: How to Connect Using Windows

    21 22 connecting with ø mobile broadband if your usb modem is plugged in and wi-fi isn’t available, ø connection manager will automatically connect you to ø mobile broadband. If it doesn’t automatically connect or you want to connect manually, here’s how: if you’re using windows read on. If you’re u...

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    21 22 3. Double click on o2-uk . 4. Click yes ..

  • Page 26: How to Connect On A Mac

    23 24 how to connect on a mac 1. Open mobile connect from the applications folder. 2. Click connect . 3. Click ok to continue..

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    23 24 4. You’re now connected to the internet. When you’re finished, click disconnect ..

  • Page 28: How Fast Can You Go?

    25 26 how fast can you go? Your usb modem will automatically connect to the fastest network available. The speed depends on: • how far away you are from a phone mast, • the number of people using the network, • the type of network you’re connected to..

  • Page 29: The Usb Modem Led Display

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  • Page 30: Checking Your Balance

    27 28 checking your balance for windows users the connection manager software will automatically take you to the ø mobile broadband homepage each time you use the internet. You can also get to this page by clicking view usage & buy access on connection manager. Type in your ø mobile broadband number...

  • Page 31: Using Wi-Fi

    27 28 using wi-fi your laptop probably has a built in wireless card, which you can use to connect to wi-fi. Wi-fi’s the fastest way to connect to the internet and you get unlimited wi-fi with ø mobile broadband. Using wi-fi won’t use up your data allowance on the ø network. Connection manager will h...

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    29 30 2. Click show available networks . 3. Double click the wi-fi network you want to connect to. In this example we’ve chosen o2 uk wi-fi (wi-fi zone – the cloud) ..

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    29 30 4. Click yes . 5. Type your ø mobile broadband number and click go . You’ll then be online. Tip: you only have to type your ø mobile broadband number the first time you use the cloud. After that you can go online straight away..

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    31 32 for mac users mac users can connect to wi-fi through the cloud for no extra cost. If you’re in one of the cloud hotspots (e.G. Pret a manger, mcdonalds, some train stations and airports) and your wireless is on, it will connect automatically. The first time you connect to the cloud an internet...

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    31 32 3. Make sure airport is turned on. If it’s not, click airport and click turn airport on 4. Choose the network named ‘wifi zone - the cloud’ 5. Go to the internet and the cloud browser will open. Type in your ø mobile broadband number and click go . You’ll then be online. Tip: you only have to ...

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    33 34 using wi-fi at home for windows users connection manager will automatically import your wi-fi settings at home, if you already have a wi-fi connection. If you want to create new networks see the help guide on connection manager. To see the help guide: 1. Click the ? On connection manager.

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    33 34 2. Double click getting connected and choose adding a wi-fi network ..

  • Page 38: Text Messages

    35 36 text messages if you’re using windows, people can text you on your ø mobile broadband number. You can only receive texts, not send them. You need to plug in your usb modem to receive texts. When you get a new text you’ll get a notification at the bottom of your screen. A message screen will al...

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    35 36 to read all your messages 1. Click the envelope on ø connection manager. 2. Click on inbox to see your texts..

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    37 38 using your ø usb modem as a memory stick you can use your o2 usb modem as a memory stick if you put a microsd™ memory card in the modem. This means you can use your usb modem to store files, or move them from one computer to another. You can buy memory cards from ø retail stores or the ø onlin...

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    37 38 2. Put the modem into your laptop. 3. Find the files from the relevant drive in file manager. To take the modem out: on a pc: click the ‘safely remove hardware’ icon in the windows system tray. On a mac: click the eject icon. Using ø mobile broadband abroad pay & go ø mobile broadband doesn’t ...

  • Page 42: Help

    39 40 help.

  • Page 43: Faqs

    39 40 faqs can i use my ø usb modem in other laptops? Yes you can. But you’ll need to install connection manager before you use it. Your data allowance stays the same, no matter how many laptops you use. You can only access the cloud wi-fi or bt openzone from one laptop at a time. To change laptops,...

  • Page 44: Installation Problems

    41 42 installation problems if you’re having problems installing ø mobile broadband, try one or more of these steps: check the sim card take out the sim card and wipe it with a dry cloth. When you put it back in the sim card tray, make sure the gold chip is facing up. The slanted corner should slide...

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    41 42 move the laptop move your laptop to a different place. Something might be interfering with the mobile signal, just as it can when you’re using a mobile phone. Re-install o 2 connection manager installing connection manager again can help if there were problems the first time around. If you’re ...

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    43 44 taking care of your usb modem your ø usb modem is delicate, so be careful with it. Take it out of your laptop when you’re not using it. And make sure you don’t knock it when you are. Store it carefully, and always put the cap back on to protect the metal tip..

  • Page 47: Glossary

    43 44 glossary 3g 3g stands for third generation. 3g connects you to the mobile data network and it’s faster than a standard connection. Bt openzone bt openzone run a wi-fi network. Our partnership with bt openzone means you have access to unlimited wi-fi at most of their uk wi-fi hotspots. The clou...

  • Page 48: O2.Co.Uk

    O2.Co.Uk telefónica o2 uk limited, 260 bath road, slough, berks, sl1 4dx. Registered in england no.1743099. Registered office as above. © telefónica o2 uk limited 2008. Correct at time of going to press (05/09). O2cn910n 6120vccp05/09 05/10 your ø mobile broadband number write down your ø mobile bro...