Get
Started
All you need to know to get going.
Welcome!
Thanks for choosing Sprint. This guide introduces you to the basics of getting
started with Sprint and your new NETGEAR 341U USB Modem.
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 find
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.
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Before You Start
Your NETGEAR 341U USB Modem includes
TRU-Install, which is a feature that installs the
required drivers the first time you connect your
USB modem to your Windows or Mac computer.
An installation CD is not required.
Windows
When your device is connected to a Windows
computer that does not have the required drivers,
the device starts up and then:
• If the driver End user license agreement is
displayed, select I’ve read and agree to the terms
and conditions of my order. Click Install and
when the installation is complete, click Finish.
- or -
• If the Autoplay window opens, click Run setup.exe,
and when the End user agreement is displayed,
select I’ve read and agree to the terms and
conditions of my order. Click Install and when the
installation is complete, click Finish.
- or -
• If the End user license agreement does not display
and the Autoplay window does not open, press
+E to open My Computer. Open the TRU-Install
drive, and then open the Win folder. Double-click
Setup.exe. When the End user license agreement
is displayed, select I’ve read and agree
and conditions of my order. Click Install and when
the installation is complete, click Finish.
to the terms
Mac
When the device is connected to a Mac computer
that does not have the required device drivers:
1. The device starts up, and then the TRU-Install
window opens. Double-click the Install Drivers icon.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions and when
prompted, enter your Mac password.
3. Click Continue Installation.
4. When the installation finishes, click Restart to
reboot the computer and use the new drivers.
Get Connected
The first time you insert your NETGEAR 341U USB
Modem into an available USB port, it is designed to
automatically activate and connect to the Sprint
network.
Note: For optimal signal reception indoors, your
device should be as close as possible to an
outside-facing window.
1. Turn on your computer and close all applications.
2. Insert the device’s USB connector into an
available USB port on your computer. Your device
should automatically activate and connect to the
Sprint network.
Note: The first time you connect your USB modem,
you will be prompted to install required drivers and
to accept the Terms and Conditions.
3. Launch the device’s Web browser interface
to check the connection status. Type
http://sprintmodem or http://192.168.1.1 into
the Web browser. The User Interface will show
Connected when your device has completed
the activation process.
4. In the Sign In field, enter the administrator
password (1 - 31 letters, numbers, and
symbols).
Note: The default password is “password”. It’s
recommended you change the password.
5. Click Sign In.
Manage Your Device
Manage Your Device Using the
Web Browser Interface
Once connected, you can use the device’s Web
browser interface to view your data usage,
manage your network connection, view alert
messages, access the User Guide, and more.
1. With the device on and connected to your
computer, launch your Web browser.
2. Type http://sprintmodem into the address bar
and then press Enter.
• From the Home page, you can check your
connection status and data usage.
• From the GPS page, you can obtain your
current location coordinates. You can also
enable or disable GPS tracking, and choose
the tracking method being used.
• From the Settings page, you can configure
your device and network settings, update your
software, reset your device to default settings,
and more.
Tip: In the top right corner of the Home page,
click Support > User Guide to view the online
copy of the User Guide.
The USB Modem’s OLED screen displays details
(connection status, roaming status, and GPS
status) and data usage for the current billing
period or connection session.
Note: The OLED shows
network or device alerts
for situations that require
your attention. The alert
remains on screen until it
is resolved. To view and
resolve alerts, launch the
Web browser interface.
Detailed
User Guide
Manage
network
settings
Network
status
Account
Details
Alerts
Data Usage
Manage Your Account
Online: www.sprint.com
• 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
For Your Device
• This Get Started guide to get you up and running.
• User Guide – View the User Guide online
at sprint.com/support.
• Updates – Your device is designed to check for
updates upon activation and then automatically
every 7 days.
• To manually check for updates, from your
Web browser, enter http://sprintmodem in
the address bar to access the Web browser
interface. Click Settings > General > Software
and Reset, and then click Check for update. If
an update is available, an Install Now button
appears. Click Install Now.
• Web – Go to sprint.com/support to access
troubleshooting and other resources, or go to
sprint.com/downloads to download updates.
Sustainability
At Sprint, environmental responsibility is more
than talk. We’re continuously working to reduce
our carbon footprint and decrease our use of
natural resources.
So where is my user guide?
To support our increased responsibility efforts,
we’ve put expanded instructional materials online
for you. Just visit sprint.com/support from any
computer to access your complete user guide and
other support materials.
What else has Sprint been doing?
Plenty. To find out just what we’ve been up to, visit
sprint.com/green.
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us provide the wireless features and services
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