User Guide

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Web and Data
The following topics address your phone’s data connections, the built-in Web browser, and connections to
your computer. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and
Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar.
Data Services General Information – Sprint Spark
LTE and 3G Networks
The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your
user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.
Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your phone is
loading the requested service, the touchscreen may appear unresponsive when in fact they are
functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process your data usage request.
Sprint Spark LTE
The Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network provides your phone with wireless Internet access over greater
distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your phone to Sprint
Spark, you must be in an area covered by the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network.
For more information about the availability of Sprint Spark in your location, visit sprint.com/coverage.
Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors including your distance to
the base station, and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.
Set Your Network Options
1. With two fingers, swipe down from the status bar, and then touch .
2. Under Wireless & networks, touch Mobile data > Network mode.
3. Select LTE /CDMA or Automatic. The phone will scan for the best available Sprint network and
will automatically connect to it.
When your phone is connected via Sprint Spark, the Sprint Spark icon appears in the status bar
and tells you the approximate signal strength (number of bands displayed).
Note: The network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to
connect to it.
Data Connection Status and Indicators
Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen.
The following symbols are used: