Device Basics; 3G And Lte Networks; Mobile Broadband Information And Settings - NETGEAR 341U Sprint User Manual

Device Basics

Learn about the buttons, connectors, and other components of your NETGEAR 341U USB Modem.

3G and LTE Networks

These wireless networks connect you to the Internet.
Depending on your coverage area, you may have:
Only LTE coverage
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Only 3G coverage
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A combination of these networks
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Your device automatically connects to the fastest network that is available to you (customizable). If
you have both 3G and LTE coverage and your connection happens to get disrupted, your device can
automatically switch to the other network. For more information, see Mobile Broadband Information
and Settings.
LTE – Newer technology, faster speeds compared with 3G and GSM
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3G – CDMA technology, more widely available compared with LTE
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Mobile Broadband Information and Settings

The network icon indicates the active network service type.
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LTE service is available.
3G service (1X/HRPD/1xHRPD) is available.
No icon You have no service. Try the suggestions in Cannot Connect to the Mobile Broadband
Network.
Your device is designed to always connect to an available network if possible. If your device is not
connected (dropped signal, roaming not supported, etc.) an alert is displayed. The connection status
can be seen on your device's OLED Display, and on the NETGEAR 341U Manager's Network >
Status Details Tab.
Your device can be set to connect automatically to the best available network, or to LTE or 3G
networks only. See Setting the Allowed Network Mode.
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