Sprint Spark Pocket Wi-Fi Get Started

Get

Started

All you need to get going.

Welcome!

Thanks for choosing Sprint. This booklet helps you get started with
your Sprint Spark™ capable

*

Pocket Wi-Fi

.

ReadyNow – For more help in getting up and running with your
new device, take advantage of exclusive Ready Now resources at
sprint.com/readynow. You can even schedule a one-on-one
appointment at a Sprint Store near you.

For ongoing support and resources, visit sprint.com/support.
There, you’ll ind guides, tutorials, and more to help you get the
most out of your device.

Note: Available applications and services are subject
to change at any time.

* The Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network is available in select markets.

Visit sprint.com/coverage for more information.

What’s in the Box

Battery

Battery Cover

USB Cable

Charging Adapter

Get Started Guide (This guide)

Important Information Booklet

Your Device

Before You Start

Insert the Battery

1. Pressing gently with two thumbs,

slide the battery cover in the direction
of the arrow. When it releases, remove
the cover.

2. Insert the battery by aligning the metal
contacts on the battery with the metal
contacts in the battery compartment.
Gently push down on the battery until
it clicks into place.

3. Replace the battery cover and gently
slide it back into place.

Replace the USIM Card (Optional)

Your Pocket Wi-Fi comes with the USIM card
inserted. If you need to replace the USIM:

1. Insert the end of a small paper clip or other
eject tool into the hole beside the USIM
card tray.

2. Remove the existing USIM card (if present).

3. Hold the replacement USIM card with the

contacts facing upwards and slip it into the
card holder.

4. Gently push the card tray fully back into
the slot.

Charge the Battery

1. Insert the USB cable into the

charging adapter.

2. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the
charger/USB port at the bottom of the device.

3. Plug the charging adapter into a standard AC
power outlet.

Get Ready

1. Make sure you are in an area covered by the

Sprint network (not roaming).

2. Make sure the device you are trying to
connect to your Pocket Wi-Fi has its Wi-Fi
(wireless network connection) mode
turned on.

3. Make sure your Pocket Wi-Fi is set up on your
Sprint account. (Sign on to your account at
sprint.com/mysprint to verify.)

Your Device

Know Your Device

Status bar – View the device and services

status information and alerts.

Touchscreen – Conigure basic Wi-Fi and
device settings, view data usage details, view
system and network provider alerts and
messages.

Charger/ USB port – Charge your device.

USIM card slot – Insert your USIM card into

the slot.

Power key – Slide the power button to switch
the device on or o.

Lock key – Tap to lock or wake up the device
screen.

Note: Your touchscreen extends beyond the initial
screen, providing more space to add icons,
widgets, and more. Simply swipe left or right on
the screen to see the extended home screens.

Power keyLock key

Status bar

Touchscreen

USIM card slotCharger/USB port

Get Connected

Power Up the Device

If you want to turn on your device, Slide the
Power button on the top of the device to the
ON position.

• The device will automatically be activated. Tap
the lock icon on the screen to unlock the
screen. You will see “Connecting network” on
the display screen when it’s inished.

Note: It can take several minutes for your device
to connect with the Sprint network.

Connect to Your Device

1. Turn on your Pocket Wi-Fi and your Wi-Fi

enabled device.

2. Open the Wi-Fi application or controls on the
computer or Wi-Fi enabled device that you
want to connect to your Pocket Wi-Fi and
ind SprintHotspotXXXX. in the list of
available networks.

Note: “XXXX” is the last 4 digits of the device’s

MAC address. You can ind the Wi-Fi name and
password on the device by tapping Wi-Fi on
the touchscreen.

3. When prompted, enter your Wi-Fi password.

4. Your Wi-Fi enabled device is now connected

to the Internet.

Web Interface

Manage, monitor, and customize your device settings by using the Pocket Wi-Fi
Web-based interface.

1. On a computer connected to the Internet via
the Pocket Wi-Fi, open a browser and type
http://myhotspot or http://192.168.128.1 into
the address bar and press Enter. The Pocket
Wi-Fi home page opens.

2. Type your Pocket Wi-Fi Web Interface
password in the Password ield and click

Log In to display the home page.

Note: The default password is password.

Manage Your Account

Online: sprint.com/mysprint

• Make a payment, see your bills, enroll in

online billing.

• Check usage and account balance.

• See or modify the details of your Sprint

service plan.

• Get detailed instructions and download
content.

From a Phone

• Sprint Customer Service:
Dial 1-888-211-4727

• Business Customer Service:
Dial 1-888-788-4727

Resources

• User Guide – View the comprehensive User
Guide online at sprint.com/support.

• Updates – The irst time you connect your
Pocket Wi-Fi, from your Web browser go to the
device’s home page at http://myhotspot. Click
Settings, click Device > Software Update, and
then click Check for Updates.

• Device Help – From the Pocket Wi-Fi home
page on your computer, click Help and then
select Online Help.

• Web – Go to sprint.com/support to
access troubleshooting and other
resources. For software updates, go to
sprint.com/downloads.

Sustainability

Survey

At Sprint, environmental responsibility is
more than talk. We’re continuously working
to reduce our carbon footprint and decrease
our use of natural resources.

That’s why you’ll ind your user guide, along
with expanded support resources, online at
sprint.com/support.

To ind out more about our commitment,
visit sprint.com/green.

This guide is printed with soy inks and
contains 75% post consumer paper.

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new device.

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this new Sprint device. Within two weeks of
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help us provide the wireless features and
services you want most.

Note: All screen images are simulated.

Thank you for choosing Sprint.