User's Manual

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AT&T 3G MicroCell User Guide | Getting Started
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Getting to Know your Device
Requirements
To use the AT&T 3G MicroCell™, you will need:
• High-speed Internet service such as U-verse®, DSL, or cable.
For best performance, download speeds of at least 1.5 Mbps
and upload speeds of at least 256 Kbps are recommended.
There are no restrictions on broadband service providers.
Satellite or wireless internet service is not supported.
• Modem or router with at least one open ethernet port.
• Computer with Internet access to activate your device.
Package Contents
• AT&T 3G MicroCell™
• Yellow ethernet
cable
• AC power adapter
• Quick Start
• User Guide
STATUS INDICATORS
Your MicroCell uses indicator lights on the
front of the device to show service status.
HARDWARE PORTS
Color coded connection ports are located
on the back of the device.
Frequently Asked Questions
I completed my MicroCell online
activation at the AT&T store. Do I have
to do it again?
No, you can skip Step 3 and proceed to
Step 4 of the setup process.
What’s the best location for the
MicroCell?
Your MicroCell works best within three
feet of a window and not in a basement
or closet. You will improve the chances
of receiving a GPS signal when you install
your MicroCell:
• On first floor or above basement level.
• Next to a window with a clear,
unobstructed view of the sky.
• At least one foot away from other
wireless broadcasting devices.
• When the weather is clear (no clouds
or rain).
Will all cell phones work with my MicroCell?
All 3G, 4G and 4G LTE cell phones that
receive wireless service from AT&T will
work with the MicroCell if they are added
online to the MicroCell’s approved user list.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When adding a
wireless number to your approved user
list, that handset will need to be restarted
(turned off and back on again) when in
range of your MicroCell. This is a one-time
occurrence and only needs to be done the
first time you add the wireless number to
your approved user list.
Do I need to change any settings on
my AT&T cell phone to make it work
with my MicroCell?
No, you don’t have to change anything on
your phone. If your AT&T cell phone
number is on your approved user list, it
should work.
What is an approved user list?
The approved user list contains the phone
numbers of friends, family and associates
that you allow to use your MicroCell while
they are at your home or office. You can
only add people to this list who have an
AT&T wireless service plan. When they
make phone calls, they will use their own
minutes and service plan. To add an AT&T
3G, 4G or 4G LTE wireless cell phone
number to your approved user list, go to
att.com/3GMicroCell and manage your
settings.
What type of Internet service does the
MicroCell need?
The MicroCell uses high-speed Internet
service such as AT&T U-verse, DSL, or
cable. For best performance, your service
should have download speeds of at least
1.5 Mbps and upload speeds of at least 256
Kbps. You can use any high-speed Internet
service provider. Satellite or wireless
internet service is not supported. Contact
your Internet Service Provider if your
Internet service is slower than minimum
requirements.
Ethernet
Power
Power
Ethernet
GPS
3G