Getting Started Guide 21
Chapter 2: Welcome to Verizon Wireless
4. When in range of a Verizon Wi-Fi hotspot, select Verizon Wi-Fi under Avai la ble
Network, and then click ConnectWi-Fi.
5. Launch your Web browser, e-mail, or other Internet application.
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Verizon Wi-Fi hotspots are not owned or operated by Verizon Wireless. Verizon
Wireless is not able to estimate upload or download speeds at these locations.
Customers are responsible for providing security measures for their computers and data.
Many Wi-Fi hotspots are not secure. Customers should not connect to the Mobile
Broadband network when more security is needed.
Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) consists of one main computer that connects to the
Internet, and a separate connection for other computers on the same network. Other
computers on the network can then connect to the main computer to access the Internet.
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Firewall software can interfere with PeerNet. If you are having trouble making a
connection, either disable or lower your firewall settings in Windows, in your firewall
software, or in your antivirus software to avoid interference.
To launch and set up PeerNet:
1. Click the arrow to the left of the icons in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar.
2. Right-click the PeerNet icon , and then click Congiure Peer Network.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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For additional information, right-click the PeerNet icon in the notification area, and
then click Help Files.
Newer versions of VZAccess Manager are released periodically. VZAccess Manager
automatically checks for upgrades weekly. When a new version is available, a pop-up alert is
displayed.
» Select Download to begin the process. If you choose not to upgrade, you can manually
upgrade in the future by selecting Check for Updates from the Help menu in
VZAccess Manager. You can also go to http://www.vzam.net to download the latest
software.
Upgrading and installing can take up to 20 minutes. Download time depends on coverage
conditions and should be done while connected to an external power source with the AC
adapter.
Setting up Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
Upgrade VZAccess Manager software
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