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Novatel MiFi 2200 Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot Modem (Verizon Wireless)

Novatel MiFi 2200 Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot Modem (Verizon Wireless)

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Brand: Verizon Wireless
Category: Wireless

List Price: $299.99
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Seller: Amazon.com
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars 46 reviews
Sales Rank: 3964

Color: Black
Media: Wireless Phone
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0
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Model: MIFI2200
UPC: 649496012700
ASIN: B0029ZAJ0K

Release Date: February 22, 2007
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Features:
   Portable wireless hub for up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices at one time--including PCs, phones, gaming systems and more
   Operates on Verizon Wireless Mobile 3G Mobile Broadband network with typical download speeds ranging from 600 Kbps to 1.4 Mbps
   Advanced security and authentication technologies; VPN capabilities; two-way text messaging (Windows only); compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux
   Internal battery provides up to four hours on the road or 40 hours of standby time
   What's in the box: MiFi 2200, rechargeable battery, wall charger, USB cable, protective pouch, quick reference guide, VZAccess Manager software and user guide available on device

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Amazon.com Product Description
With Mobile Broadband Service and Wi-Fi capability, the MiFi 2200 for Verizon Wireless enables you to take full advantage of America's largest and most reliable 3G network. This Intelligent Mobile Hotspot automatically connects to Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband service to give broadband Internet access to up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices. You and your colleagues will be able to check email, access corporate intranets, download files, send pictures with a Wi-Fi-enabled camera, and access the Internet on any Wi-Fi-enabled device--even when you’re nowhere near a traditional hotspot.



The MiFi 2200 intelligent mobile hotspot connects to the verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband and offers access to up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices.
Easily portable, the MiFi 2200 is about the size of eight stacked credit cards and weighs just over 2 ounces. Other features include two-way text messaging capabilities, compatibility with Windows, Mac and Linux PCs, VPN capabilities, and multiple Wi-Fi security settings. The lithium-ion battery provides up to four hours on the road or 40 hours of standby time, and you can extend the battery life of your work session by connecting the device to your notebook via a USB cable.

Verizon Wireless Service
With the Verizon Wireless Mobile 3G Mobile Broadband network, a high-speed connection to the web is always in reach with typical download speeds ranging from 600 Kbps and peak rates up to 1.4 Mbps. You can select from two Mobile Broadband plans:

  • $39.99 monthly access for 250 MB monthly allowance and 10 cents per megabyte overage
  • $59.99 monthly access with a 5 GB monthly allowance and 5 cents per megabyte overage

MiFi 2200 Features
Developed by Novatel Wireless, the MiFi 2200 lets you create a personal Wi-Fi cloud capable of sharing the reliability and high-speed Internet connectivity of the Verizon Wireless 3G Mobile Broadband network with up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices such as notebooks, netbooks, cameras, gaming devices or portable media/MP3 players. Small enough to carry in your shirt pocket, it combines a variety of features into its streamlined form factor, including integrated internal CDMA and Wi-Fi antennas, advanced security and authentication technologies. When one device is connected through Wi-Fi, the MiFi 2200’s rechargeable battery provides up to four hours of active use and 40 hours of standby time on a single charge.

Novatel's NovaSpeed technology improves simultaneous upload and download times so you can transfer large files with minimal interruptions or buffering. Keep would-be trespassers from using your connection with password protection, CDMA authentication and identification, dynamic Mobile IP (MIP) key update, Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) firewall, VPN pass-through, and more. It also features auto-install, autoconnectivity, Network Driver Interface Specification (NDIS) support, VPN capability, and a removable lithium-ion battery. You’ll also get two-way text messaging when you connect via USB (Windows only; Mac client to be available soon).

  • Mobile Broadband (BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess): CDMA Rev. A, Rev. O, 1XRTT
  • WiFi Mode: 802.11 b/g for connection of up to 5 devices
  • Type A USB port compatibility via included microUSB cable
  • Antenna System: Internal; Receive diversity 800/1900 MHz CDMA
  • VPN Compatible; Dial Up; NDIS support
  • PC compatibility: Windows 2000, XP and Vista and Mac OS X 10.4.0 or higher and Linux
  • Dimensions: 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Weight: 2.05 ounces
  • Battery life: Up to 4 hours of continuous use, 40 hours of standby time (1150 mAh lithium-ion battery)

Frequently Asked Questions
How is the MiFi2200 different from other Mobile Broadband USB, PC Card and ExpressCardmodems?
There are significant differences between MiFi2200 and other devices, primarily because it connects multiple devices to Mobile Broadband over Wi-Fi. The other modems require a physical connection, and may only be used with one notebook at a time. Further, MiFi2200 connects not just notebook computers, it can connect to Wi-Fi enabled devices, such as cameras, gaming devices, digital photo frames and more.

How is this different from a Router?
The MiFi2200 is an Intelligent Mobile Hotspot that can operate as a USB Modem (with a USB Cable) or in Wi-Fi/BatteryMode, eliminating the need for a wired connection or an AC connection. Its lightweight, slim and compact features, make this the ultimate mobile hotspot.

What kind of security is available?
MiFi2200 supports all the latest WEP/WPA/WPA-2 security and SPI firewall. It is recommended that security is set up in order to prevent unauthorized use.

When do I need to use the USB Cable?
The USB Cable is required when MiFi2200 is used as a USB Modem and for first time setup and activation with VZAccess Manager. The cable can be used to connect after activation if MiFi2200 is out of battery power and there is no access to AC power. The cable can also be used for charging, but only when the device is dormant and not in an active data session.


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5 out of 5 stars Replaced 2 devices with 1.   June 24, 2009
J. Howard (San Francisco Bay Area, CA, USA)
24 out of 25 found this review helpful

Purchased this via Verizon's web site for $99, to renew my contract. I had a Cradlepoint PHS-300 and a Verizon V740 Expresscard EV-DO Modem. I connected the two with an Expresscard to USB adaptor. It was a big annoying 3 peice setup, but was totally battery powered and self contained. I thought, "It does nt get any better than this.

But it does. I get a device that is smaller and half the thickness of my Cradlepoint PHS-300, but also contains the EV-DO modem. I take it with me everywhere I go. I connect to it via Wifi with any one of my 3 laptops, including a Mac, and even my iPhone!! Haha. If I am out and about friends connect their laptops and PDA's including the iPod Touch to it, and browse the web just as fast as if it was directly connected.

Of course it has a USB connection on it. I wish they had gone with the older style Mini-B connector, but went for the new flatter one. Supposedly it is more durable than the old one, but still. I have like a million of the old A to Mini B cables laying around. If the battery drains and I have a laptop with me, I can just hook it up via USB and use it as a USB modem while it charges. WiFi no longer works when it is in USB mode.

Its a very nice touch that it comes with an AC adaptor. I would hate to rely on charging it ONLY with the included USB cable. Also has a very nice web interface that you can access when connected to it via WiFi, just go to http://192.168.1.1 to see reral time information on the device, including signal strength and battery power. Speaking of battery power, it lasts between 3 and 4 hours and is user replacable. Just pull off the door and stick another one on. I would like to see Verizon or Novatel, someone, offer a bigger battery for it. But I am guessing that is not going to happen and honestly the built in battery is fine for my needs.

I have had it for about a week and it has been this power users dream! I did have a little trouble with it last night though. WiFi was extremely slow on the device, even the built in web interface was suuuuuuuper slow. I am not sure what happened. But today it is back to normal.

I hope this review was helpful.

- J



5 out of 5 stars Great for the RV traveler!!   July 15, 2009
J. Wilson (Coram, MT)
19 out of 21 found this review helpful

I've had the mifi for a week, and am completely satisfied. It's surprising how easy it is to connect when traveling in an RV (I'm retired, so I find myself in many geographical locations, when connecting...) and this gadget has provided me with wifi connection in the Grand Canyon's RV Trailer Village, in the mountains above Boulder, Co, and at the border of Glacier Nat'l Park (at the portal of West Glacier, East of Whitefish).
Verizon had the unit overnighted to me at no charge, it was very easy to set up, and so far, I've not come near using my 5 Gig usage limit (extrapolated, not a full month has elapsed). Also, I stayed in Vegas at MGM for two nights, and have always used their $12.95/night wifi; not this time! No need, thanks to MiFi. What a great product. And I will use it when visiting my farms in IA and IL, where I stay "on farm" in my RV, in the boonies, and have been frustrated in past years, by lack of internet access. Wherever you can catch a Verizon cell phone signal, you will receive, even stronger, their broadband service...



5 out of 5 stars Great Portable WiFi   July 10, 2009
M. LaRochelle (CA)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful

A great way to bring High Speed 3G network speeds with you, wherever you go. I've been using the MiFi for a month now and I've gotten 3G everywhere I've gone, even at home. I live way up in the foothills and even get a signal here. Its even faster than my regular internet link through [...]. One problem though is the 5GB per month limit. I only use it at home when I need 1.5MB service for a short while, otherwise I take it with me on trips to town and visiting my daughters in the Bay Area and Sparks, NV - all good 3G places. Since you can have up to 5 connect at once to the WiFi I can use my laptop and iPhone on the same network when I can't get an AT&T 3G signal, and friends can get onto the internet when they visit my home. I highly recommend the MiFi.


5 out of 5 stars Great system   August 20, 2009
P. Roach (Flagstaff, AZ)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful

I bought this device from Amazon with the 2 year contract for my son and family. They live in a very rural area and only had dial-up. The MiFi has worked like a charm. When I'm visiting, we have 2 laptops and an iPod Touch connected without issue. Speed is great. I am able to check usage data via the Verizon wireless website. My young granddaughters can play their online learning games to their hearts' content.


5 out of 5 stars nice travel option   June 27, 2009
Avid Listener (Bethesda, MD)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful

I'm a software developer and travel for business maybe four or five times during the year and on a fair number of personal trips as well. I was really tired of the hit-or-miss staying at hotels that may or may not offer wifi, that may or may not have a router close enough to the room for you to pick up said wifi or paying $10 to be chained to the desk.

With this thing I have a dedicated connection that doesn't go through the corporate network where I'm at just like any other wireless card but I can just hit the button in my laptop bag and I'm surfing.

Setup for a pc is very easy and it tells you your usage every time you connect. I was connected on a VPN via RDP for five days and used maybe 500mb of connection. I was initially concerned about the 5gb limit but unless you're going to watch movies you should be fine for a month.

I've had no problems with accessing the 3g network but I don't live in a rural area so maybe it's a problem there. Airports, major highways, cities - all very clean connection and constant. speakeasy.net speed tests are showing 3-4mb/sec download - upload more like 750kb/sec.

To have the option of linking other devices as well as not having to constantly pull out and insert a card and risk the pin connections on my laptop pc card slot - it's a good buy. Buy it outright and you only pay the connection fee if you deactivate your month to month agreement for more than six months. So if you don't need it every month, it's more cost effective to pony up the $$ outright.

Good product - and looks kewl too. Enjoy!


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