MiFi® is your own cloud of connectivity: great for personal and business use providing instant access to email, download large files, and surf the web with your laptop while simultaneously allowing up to five computers or personal devices to be connected. Easily swap and transfer files with built-in microSDHC slot providing expandable storage capacity of up to 32GB.
With DLNA media server capabilities, the MiFi also allows users to browse, play and share movies, music and photos anywhere, anytime, on any DLNA-compatible device. Users can effortlessly access their media stored on a MicroSDHC card inserted in the MiFi device, stream to their screen of choice and enjoy.
The MiFi OS also supported a number of Internet-enabled widgets including GeoSearch, GeoWeather, data usage tracking as well as SMS text messaging.

Features

• Connects up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices simultaneously
• Computers, PDA's, cameras, music players, personal and game players and more
• MiFi OS™ , a browser based web user interface, capable of hosting advanced software applications and widgets
• Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
• GPS - enabled
• Advanced internal antenna system
• NovaSpeed® capable
• Auto-install and auto-connectivity
• 10M (30 ft) range of network coverage

Benefits

• Wireless and secure internet connectivity from virtually anywhere
• Portable and convenient – smaller than a deck of cards
• Great for travel – family, friends and colleagues can connect
• Perfect for the mobile professional – creates a virtual office wherever you go for your and your co-workers
• Easy installation with MobiLink™ Connection Manager- no CD required
• Enhanced performance and less connectivity interruptions with NovaSpeed®
• Lasts up to 4 hours on a single charge so you can be anywhere and have connectivity (when connected to one Wi-Fi device)

Configuration

Insert the SIM card into the MiFi and power the unit on. Wait for the blue WiFi light on the front of the unit to be illuminated. Then search for available wireless networks from your computer, the MiFi will be listed:

The SSID of the unit, as well as its security password, is written on the inside of the battery cover.

Once connected, open a web browser and enter in the unit's default IP address - http://192.168.1.1
When connecting for the first time, you will be prompted to accept the license agreement for the device:

The main web interface will then be displayed:

From here you can initiate a connection to the Internet by clicking the Connect button in the top right hand corner, manage SMS text messages, view weather information and more.
You can control which widgets are displayed by accessing the Settings:

To access configuration settings, you will need to log in with the default password "admin". Once logged in an option for Administration will be displayed:

You will be prompted to change your password from the default when logging in for the first time:

The Home screen will then be displayed:

The Applications screen allows you to enable or disable the file sharing feature of the MiFi, provided that you have an SD card inserted. Authentication settings can also be defined:

The WiFi screen displays information about the configuration of the wireless hotspot as well as a list of connected clients:

The MiFi features three built-in profiles which alter the configuration of the wireless hotspot depending on where it is being used, these profiles can be switched between quickly and easily under the Profiles page:

MAC filtering of wireless clients is also supported:

Broadcasting of the SSID (whether the MiFi is visible to wireless clients or must be added manually) can also be disabled:

The Internet page displays information on the Internet connection status:

Multiple Internet connection profiles can be defined:

It is here that you need to enter the connection settings for your mobile operator:

A SIM PIN lock can be configured:

System status information can also be viewed:

Roaming settings, and 2G / 3G operation modes can be set:

The Router page allows you to define how the MiFi operates when used with a SIM that features a public IP address, allowing you to connect to wireless clients connected to the MiFi, from the Internet.
Port Filtering is supported:

as well as Port Forwarding:

It is here that you can also change the IP address settings of the MiFi's wireless network:

VPN Passthrough is also supported:

The System page displays information about the software version running on the device:

The configuration of the MiFi can be stored in a single file and backed up to a computer:

And software updates can be applied if available:

The MiFi can also be configured to automatically turn itself off to conserve power if left idle for a preset length of time:

And finally the administrator password can be edited:

The GPS module can also be enabled and disabled:

As can the DLNA media server:

What is DLNA and What does it do?

What is DLNA?

The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a non-profit trade organization established in 2003 in the mobile, consumer electronics, PC, and service provider industries. The goal of the alliance is to make it easier for consumers to use, share and enjoy their digital photos, music and videos. As of May 2010, several thousand devices had obtained a "DLNA Certified" status. DLNA enables these certified digital media and content services to be easily shared among consumer electronics products, computers, and mobile devices in the home and on the road.

What can you do with DLNA on the MiFi?

The MiFi DLNA Server enables you to serve, browse and stream media stored on your MicroSD card to any compatible DLNA device. The following are examples of what you can do with you MiFi DLNA Server:

• Stream movies straight to your DLNA certified TV
• Watch the same, or different movies on multiple devices at the same time
• Stream music from the MiFi MicroSD card to multiple audio devices at the same time
• Easily share photos with friends and family by streaming photos on the MicroSD card to DLNA enabled media players

What type of Media formats can be served through the MiFi DLNA Server?

The specific types of media formats that can be played on a particular device vary from DLNA player to DLNA player. Your MiFi DLNA Server supports several popular home networking and mobile device media formats.

Home Network Devices

• Video - MPEG 2
• Audio - MP3
• Images - JPG, JPEG

Mobile Devices

• Video - MP4
• Audio - MP3
• Images - JPG, JPEG

Where do I put the files I want to stream?

The MiFi DLNA server automatically creates a new folder on your MicroSD card called dlna. The dlna folder contains sub folders for storing audio, video, and image files. Simply place the media files you wish to stream over DLNA into the appropriate folder:

• Pictures (JPG and JPEG format files) should be placed in the Images folder
• Music (MP3 format files) should be placed in the Audio folder
• Movies and Video (MPEG and MP4 format files) should be placed in the Video folder

What type of devices work with the MiFi DLNA Server?

The MiFi DLNA Server should work with all certified DLNA Players. Some common devices compatible with the MiFi DLNA server are:

Compatible Computer Devices

• Windows 7 - Media Player 12
• Windows Vista - Media Player 12
• Mac OS X - DLNA player like VLC (UPnP)

Televisions

• Sony KDL-32EX308 32" BRAVIA 720p LCD TV
• Samsung LN32C550 32" Class Wi-Fi Ready DLNA LCD HDTV

Blu-Ray Players

• Sony BDPS570
• LG BX580 3D Wi-Fi Blu-Ray Disc Player
• Samsung Blu-ray Disc™ BD-C5500/XAA

Home Media Receivers

• Yamaha YMC-700BL NeoHD Wi-Fi Media Controller
• Denon RCD-N7 Network Ready Receiver/CD Wi-Fi Network

Compatible Gaming Consoles

• Sony PlayStation 3

Compatible Mobile Devices

• iOS Devices including iPod, iPhone, iPad*
• Android devices including Droid 2, Evo4G, Galaxy Tab*
  * Needs a DLNA compatible application such as PlugPlayer or MediaConnect