Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sprint PCS Connection Manager? Sprint PCS Connection Manager is Sprint PCS Vision software that lets you connect to the Sprint PCS Vision Network.
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Will my Sprint PCS Connection Manager software work with other devices? No. The Sprint PCS Connection Manager software is optimized to function at peak performance levels with a specific set of phones. Other phones not in that set could introduce unpredictable results if used. Therefore, the Connection Manager is specifically designed not to use other phones.
If the connection is "always on" am I always being billed? If you do not have a fixed-rate plan, billing only occurs when data is being passed over the network.
How fast is the connection with Sprint PCS Connection Manager? Typical download speeds with a Vision (1X) phone range from 50 to 70 Kbps with a peak speed of 144 Kbps. Typical download speeds with a Power Vision (EVDO) phone range from 300Kbps to 500Kbps with a peak rate of 2.4 Mbps.
What Operating System does my computer need to run Sprint PCS Connection Manager? Sprint PCS Connection Manager works with Windows« 2000, and Windows« XP Home and Professional Editions.
Can I still connect using a connection cable an handset if I do not have a USB port? The Connection Manger was specifically designed to use a USB interface. The Connection Manager software will not work with other interfaces.
Can I connect to a dial-up account like AOL or EarthLink? No. You must have a Sprint PCS Vision account to access the Sprint PCS Vision Network.
Once I connect with PCS Vision to the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, how do I access my corporate network through a VPN? Once you complete a wireless connection, you may need to launch an extranet client provided by your company and supply the appropriate username and password to gain access. Contact your company helpdesk for support.
How can I optimize my settings to achieve the fastest speeds and conserve data while connected to my corporate network? Depending on your corporate email client, you can optimize your settings for faster speeds and conservation of data transmission when accessing your corporate network by working in "offline" mode and synchronizing periodically to send and receive e-mail. Also, save/drag and drop attachments to a desktop folder rather than double-clicking prior to opening. Additionally, removing the Preview Pane or using the AutoPreview for headers only, will give better results.