Verizon Wireless UM150 USB Modem

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Small, light and easy to use, the UM150 USB Modem provides high–speed access on our 1x/EV–DO network via VZAccess Manager. It is compatible with devices that support a Type A USB port and comes equipped with a high–performance, retractable antenna and a Y–shaped extension cable for added performance and convenience. In addition, the UM150 serves as a mass storage device with its built–in microSDsm memory slot (4GB+ capacity).

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Features

• BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess Compatible
• 2–in–1 USB Device: BroadbandAccess
  and Memory storage (4GB+ capacity–sold separately)
• Rev. A Capable: Typical download speeds of
  600–1400 kbps and upload speeds of 500–800 kbps
• Compatible with all devices supporting the Type A USB interface including desktops, notebooks, tablet PCs and PDAs
• VZAccess Manager software for easy connection management
• Intuitive user interface
• High performance, retractable antenna
• 2–color service state LED
• External Antenna Connector (external antenna sold separately)
• 2–way Text Messaging capable (via VZAccess Manager)
• NDIS driver support
• VPN compatible

System Requirements

• Universal Serial Bus (USB)
• Windows® 2000, XP, Vista and Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher
• 32 MB RAM memory
• 14 MB free hard disk space

Specifications

• Dimensions: 3.6" (H) x 1.5 " (W) x 0.7" (D)
• Weight: 1.6 oz
• SAR: 1.19W/kg User–Lap Position

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• Type A USB PortCompatibility
• microSD™ Memory Port
• Retractable Antenna
• External Antenna Connector
• Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer's highest FCC reported SAR 1.19 W/kg User–Lap Position. Actual SAR may vary.

• VZAccess Manager CD (includes software and device User Guide)
• Quick Reference Guide
• USB Modem Extension Cable (no warranty)

• BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess Capable
• VZAccess Manager
• Supports Windows® 2000, XP, Vista and Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher

[ldechent]

I know the modem works OK (and it is not my account) because the modem works in my older laptop (Toshiba Satellite) and in an Apple Mini.

The software installed and everything worked until I plugged it in and then there was an error message telling me that it wasn't plugged in.

Has anyone else had this problem? One post elsewhere suggested it was a matter that the laptop wasn't providing enough power to the device.

The device lights up and shows several bars.

-Larry

[admin_mvu]

I don't think it's the power issue. If it doesn't see it as plugged in, it has to do with drivers.

Try uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers.

[fujinbotan]

Wow, Um, I need to figure out what to do.
Basically we bought this, and the tech guy said I needed to install the cd first before plugging in the modem.
But my cd drive is busted i found out, so like Im trying to figure out where to download the drivers from, because another tech guy said I could just get the drivers online and just use it that way.. but I didnt think to ask where. -.-;
Any suggestions?

[admin_mvu]

Not sure where you are going to find the drivers for this to download from.

I suggest finding someone with a working CD ROM, and copy the files to your laptop somehow (i.g. USB flash)

[jostmo]

"Try uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers."

What drivers? Where do I get the drivers?
Thanks for your help.

[admin_mvu]

Did you get a CD when you purchased the card? Or maybe it's included in the Windows already. When you go to Device Manager on your PC, look for the PC Card and you can install/ununstall the drivers.