MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot from Virgin Mobile

MiFi® 2200

Mobile Hotspot: Connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices to the 3G wireless internet. No contract.

connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices

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$199.99 $149.99

Key Features

  • One Touch
  • Wi-Fi
  • Battery Life
  • Connection Distance
  • Secure

  • One Touch

    One-touch connectivity.

  • Wi-Fi

    Connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled wireless devices. connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices

  • Battery Life

    Up to 4 hours of battery usage with 40 hours standby.

  • Connection Distance

    Connect from 30-40 feet away.

  • Secure

    Password-protected connection.

Great Reasons to Choose Us

  • The Only Internet You'll Ever Need
  • Unlimited Internet, No Contract
  • Fast 3G* Connection and No Speed Restrictions†
  • No Credit Checks or Activation Fees
  • Change Plans as Your Needs Change

What's Included

  • MiFi 2200 Device
  • Battery & Charger
  • Quick Start Guide
  • USB Cable
  • Carry Pouch

System Requirements

  • Windows: Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7; PDF Reader

  • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  • Mac: Mac OS X, 10.3 & higher
  • Wi-Fi enabled laptop or desktop computer with internet browser

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Pricing & Service Details

Data usage per activity is based on an average. Bandwidth varies by website, video, email and other Internet application.

*Virgin Mobile customers have access to the Sprint® 3G network reaching more than 262 million people. Click here to check coverage in your area.

†Speed varies based on location and coverage with average downlink data speeds between 600 and 1400 Kbps. Virgin Mobile does not restrict your speeds based on data usage caps.

Broadband2Go Plans

Unlimited 3G internet at home or on the go. Surf the web, check email and much more - just $40/month, all at 3G speed. Plan details

No Monthly Bills, Pay As You Go

  • No contract
  • No monthly bills - pay for it only when you need it
  • Pay with Credit, Debit or Top-Up Cards
  • Change plans as your needs change

FAQs

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  • What does the Broadband2Go MiFi® device do?

    With a Broadband2Go MiFi® device, you can set up a wireless Wi-Fi hotspot and connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices to the internet - laptops, desktops, gaming devices, and more. Use it at home or on the go.

  • How do I activate my MiFi® 2200?

    Here's how to do it:

    1. Insert the battery and charge it up.

    2. Turn it on and connect:
    - Connect to the MiFi 2200 device through the Wi-Fi manager on your computer. The Wi-Fi network will show up as "VirginMobile MiFi2200" on your Wi-Fi manager.
      (This may take a minute or so.)
    - When prompted, enter the password (Network Key) located on the bottom of your MiFi device and click "OK."

    IMPORTANT: Do not plug your MiFi device into your computer's USB port. This will prevent the MiFi device from connecting to the internet.

    3. Activate and create your account:
    - Open the computer's web browser and go to http://virginmobile.mifi.
    - Enter "admin" as the default password at the MiFi login screen.
    - Follow the prompts to create an account at virginmobileusa.com.
    - Make sure you write down your Account # and MSID.

    4. Program your MiFi 2200 device:
    - Enter the new Account # and MSID in the MiFi activation wizard.
    - Click "Finish" and your device will restart.

    5. After the device restarts, reconnect to the MiFi 2200 through your computer's Wi-Fi manager.

    6. That's it. You can start surfing, emailing, and more.

    Note: You need to activate your MiFi device on a PC or a Mac.

  • Which Wi-Fi protocols does the MiFi 2200 support?

    To connect to the MiFi 2200, your Wi-Fi enabled device needs to be 802.11b or 802.11g.

  • Once I've activated my Broadband2Go MiFi device, how do I connect my Wi-Fi devices?

    It's simple:

    1. Press the "power" button on the MiFi device.
    2. Select your MiFi network from the list of available networks on the Wi-Fi enabled device.
    3. Enter your MiFi password (Network key). And that's it.

  • How do I find the connection manager on my computer and connect to my MiFi device?

    Here's how to do it:

    Windows XP:
    - Click: Start > Connect To > Wireless Network Connection. The Wireless Network Connection Status pop-up will appear.
    - Press the "View Wireless Networks" button and select the SSID with "VirginMobile MiFi 2200" in the title.

    Note: If your PC uses a different type of Wi-Fi manager, you'll get a message that says "Windows cannot configure the wireless connection." Refer to your PC documentation for help.

    Windows Vista:
    - Click: Start > Connect To > Show Wireless. The available wireless networks will be displayed.
    - Select the SSID with "MiFi" in the title.

    Note: If your PC uses a different type of Wi-Fi manager, you'll get a message that says "Windows cannot configure the wireless connection." Refer to your PC documentation for help.

    MAC OS 10.4+:
    - Double click on the wireless network Airport icon.
    - Airport should be turned On.
    - After the search is complete, select the SSID with "MiFi" in the title.

  • What are the system requirements to activate the MiFi 2200?

    To activate the MiFi 2200, all you need is a Wi-Fi enabled computer and a web browser.

    Note: Wi-Fi enabled devices must be 802.11b or 802.11g to connect to the MiFi device.

  • What happens when I share my MiFi connection with multiple users or with multiple devices?

    There are a few things you'll want to keep in mind when you share your connection with other people...

    - Anyone connected to your MiFi network is contributing to the data usage on YOUR Broadband2Go Plan.
      So you might want to keep a close eye on your online usage meter.

    - If the people you're sharing with are using lots of data at the same time (e.g. streaming video), you may notice a slowdown in your connection.

    - If your MiFi device is running on battery power, the battery will drain faster as more devices are connected.

  • What types of wireless devices can I connect to my MiFi 2200?

    The MiFi device can work with any Wi-Fi enabled device - laptops, desktops, cameras, music players, personal media players, and portable game consoles just to name a few. You can connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices to your MiFi at the same time.

    Note: Wi-Fi enabled devices must be 802.11b or 802.11g to connect to the MiFi device.

  • How is the Broadband2Go MiFi device different from the Broadband2Go USB Device?

    Even though you can access Virgin Mobile's Broadband2Go service using both types of devices, they each work slightly differently:

    - The MiFi device creates a wireless Wi-Fi hotspot that lets you connect up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices to the internet at once - laptops, desktops, gaming devices, you name it.
    - The USB device plugs directly into your computer, so you can only connect a single device (your computer) to the internet at a time.

  • What if I changed my password and then I forget it?

    Here's how to reset the settings on your MiFi 2200, including the password:

    1. Unplug the device (if it's charging) and turn it on.
    2. Insert a paperclip into the small hole on the bottom of the device and hold it there for at least 5 seconds.
    3. The LED light will turn off and on twice to let you know that the reset was successful.

    The device will be reset to the default password printed on the label on the bottom of the device.

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