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AT&T USBConnect
Lightning
Lightning
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Quickstart

Welcome to AT&T
Please use this Quickstart to get a brief
overview of the major features and services
available with your new LaptopConnect
service.

Or take advantage of our interactive web
tutorials at:
att.com/Tutorials
for the most complete and up-to-date
information available for setting up your new
device and services.These online tutorials
include step-by-step instructions and screen
shots to assist as well as providing an easy
search function.
Thanks again for choosing AT&T.

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Table of Contents
Three steps to get connected

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What’s in the box?

5

Getting Started

6

Insert the SIM card

6

Insert the Lightning into the USB port

7

Windows 7, Vista and XP

8

Install thesoftware

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Connect to the AT&T network and access the Internet

8

AT&T Communication Manager
Using AT&T Communication Manager
Manage your DataConnect Usage Online
How much data am I using?
Using AT&T Communication Manager for Wi-Fi

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To use AT&T Wi-Fi service

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To connect to other Wi-Fi networks

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Mac OS X

16

Install the software

16Connect to the AT&T network and access the Internet

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Using your Lightning on a Mac

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Using the USB Extension Cable and Clip

18

Getting to Know Your Device

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Using a Memory Card

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Troubleshooting Your Device

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Find More Information

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Three steps to get connected
Some procedures differ for Mac users. For Macinstallation,
see pages 16 and 17.
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Insert the SIM card (see page 6)
Slide out the tray, place the SIM card in the tray, and
slide the tray back into the USBConnect Lightning.

2

Insert the Lightning into your laptop
(see pages 7–8, 16)
The software installation process
begins automatically and installs
AT&T Communication Manager
software.

3

Start the Communication Manager andclick Connect (see page 8, 17)
Double-click the shortcut icon.

After the Communication Manager detects
the network, click the Connect button.

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What’s in the box?
Your package contains:
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AT&T USBConnect Lightning

2

USB cable and clip

Using the USB cable and clip is optional. See page 18
for additional information.
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Quickstart
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Getting Started
To get started, you need 5 to 8 minutes (depending on your
computer) and the following:
AT&T USBConnect Lightning
The Lightning sends and receives data
between your laptop and the AT&T
network.
The Lightning includes the necessary
software for your Windows and Mac laptop and will begin to auto-install when
inserted for the first time.
AT&T SIM cardThe SIM card stores the Mobile number for your Lightning and subscriber
information enabling access to the AT&T
network.

Insert the SIM card
1. Open the flap on the side of the
USBConnect Lightning.
2. Grasp the end of the SIM card tray and
slide it out.
3. Place the SIM card in the tray,
with the SIM card notch in the
outer right-hand corner.
4. Slide the SIM card tray back
into themodem.

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Insert the Lightning into the USB port
1. Flip open the USB connector and adjust the angle to
match the orientation of the USB port on your laptop.

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2. Carefully push the Lightning into the USB port on your
laptop.

For instructions on using the optional USB extension cable
and clip to connect the Lightning to the laptop, see page 18.

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Windows 7, Vista, andXP*
Install the software
1. After you insert the Lightning into the laptop for the first
time, the AT&T Communication Manager (ACM) software
automatically starts and guides you through the installation process.
2. Once installation is complete, restart your laptop when
prompted.

Connect to the AT&T network and access
the Internet
1. Double-click the ACM shortcut icon installed on your...