Verizon Wireless v740 EVDO Rev A ExpressCard (Verizon Wireless)
Verizon Wireless v740 EVDO Rev A ExpressCard (Verizon Wireless)

Manufacturer: Verizon Wireless
Compact and lightweight, the V740 ExpressCard PC data card is Rev A capable for blazing fast download speeds and Web browsing at speed bursts of up to 2.0Mbps. Operating on Verizon Wireless' high-speed wireless broadband network, the V740 provides mobile professionals access to critical information, fast. Furthermore, with VZAccess Manager capabilities, you can increase your productivity by easily managing your remote access connections and business applications with the V740. The card also features a dual-color LED service status indicator for data throughput monitoring and a flip-up antenna to enhance RF performance while on the go. Other features include Windows Vista compatibility (as well as 2000 and XP) and Mac OS X compatibility (10.3.9 or higher).p bStay Connected/bbr The V740 is compatible with Verizon's BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess high-speed wireless data access plans. That means you can get the broadband-like speed you require to work efficiently outside the office.p A Verizon BroadbandAccess plan will give you the freedom to stay productive and connected whether you're on the road or in a meeting across town with broadband-like connection speeds. You will also receive NationalAccess service when outside the BroadbandAccess rate and coverage area. NationalAccess is available in thousands of cities and towns.p The NationalAccess plan is Verizon Wireless' national wireless Internet service, which enables users to access the Internet, email, attachments, and business applications with a laptop at average speeds of 60-80 kbps and bursts up to 144 kbps (you may experience slower data speeds).p Before checkout be sure to choose one of the previously mentioned Verizon wireless data plans to enjoy Unlimited access for Internet browsing, email, and Intranet access. Chose a plan that's right for you. Without a specified Verizon data plan, data service will be charged at 0.25 cents a minute.p bCard Design and Features/bbr The V740 comes with VZAccess Manager software for easy connection management right out of the box. Easy to install and use, the card features a high performance, flip-up antenna for increased speed and coverage allowing you to easily connect from the comforts of your favorite coffee shop, in a board meeting, or on your sofa at home. The card's intuitive user interface is easy to manage while the bright service state LED indicator lets you know signal availability and data transfer status at a glance. There's even an optional external Antenna Connector for times when you need to boost connectivity.p VZAccess Manager is a new customizable tool that lets you manage remote access needs across the country. VZAccess Manager, developed by Verizon Wireless in conjunction with one of its parent companies, Vodafone, is available for BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess wireless PC cards, and Mobile Office Kits. It allows mobile professionals, business, and enterprise customers to easily access Verizon Wireless' BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess services, and their own Wi-Fi and dial-up networks so that they can stay connected wherever they go.p VZAccess Manager is easy to use and simplifies wireless remote access allowing users to stay connected to business-critical email, company databases, files and the Internet while mobile. VZAccess Manager is ideal for information technology managers who seek to depl,oy a remote access solution that is easy for their employees to use with minimum support requirements.p bEV-DO Wireless Broadband Coverage/bbr Learn more about where EV-DO coverage is offered.p bVital Statistics/bbr The Verizon Wireless V740 EV-DO ExpressCard is compatible with the Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS X (10.3.9 and later) operating systems. The card operates on the CDMA 850/1900 EV-DO/1xRTT frequencies.
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- BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess high speed wireless data access
- With the V740 and included VZAccess Manager software, you can increase your productivity by easily managing your remote access connections and business applications
- Flip-up antenna for increased speed and coverage
- External antenna connector to boost signal strength and improve network connectivity in fringe areas (External antenna sold separately)
- Compatible with Express Card Technology
Color: Black
Model: V740
Release Date: 2007-04-09

Verizon's "broad"band extremly slow
I've own a Verizon data card for over a year now and the connection speed is becoming extremely slow. I tested everywhere including in house, on the road, airport etc. The avg download is about 400K and upload 140K. These are significantly slower than what I was promised at the store and the results of my tests when I first bought it (800K/400K).
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br /I called Verizon. The tech support guy was very rude and basically said this speed is normal and "broadband". He also tried to come up with excuses such as you are indoor although he had to agree that my signal strength was good. He also said as long as you could connect, you couldn't argue because there was no promise of the speed on the contract. (So basically even if your speed was 1K, they wouldn't see a problem with it.)
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br /My conclusion, I will never use Verizon again.

Slows down, but resetting it speeds it up again
I originally gave this product one star because I was getting 90kbps downloads and 7 kbps uploads. After a call to tech support, they walked me through the process of reinitializing the modem and reactivating/reinstalling it. This sped things up again, but, over time or when I travel, I seem to have to repeat this process a lot to keep a decent speed.

Works Great With Mac 10.5.3
Just got this today and installed on my 10.5.3 Macbook Pro computer. I just plugged the card in and the OS asked me if I wanted to activate the card. It went through about a 90 second process and activated it. It then promted me to install a port. I just typed in my Administrator password and 30 seconds later the card was working. NO reason to install the Verizon software at all. I just control it from the menu bar. Works great even in weak signal areas.

Works great with MacBook Pro
I've had mine for a year. There were a few software glitches at first (I was one of the 1st Mac users), but those have been resolved. Current software and service is flawless. Before you buy, look at a local coverage map and make sure there is service where you plan to use it. Can't speak to using it on a train because I've never done that.
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br /I'm a marketing rep and it's my only ISP; with it, I've got coverage in all the places I go. I have 3 bars at home, where I do most of my work, usually 1.2 mbps there. In Manhattan Boston, it's faster. Even works in rural parts of Vermont on Extended coverage; it's feels like dialup there, but if I have to get an email out or enter data and there's no nearby hot spot, it still works.
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br /Did not get the USB card because what was available last year was so wide it would have blocked the power port.
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br /I like that it's less obtrusive than the USB cards or a tethered phone, and I can talk and do data, because the phone isn't tied up. On the Mac, it's on the left, so it doesn't interfere with mousing. I'm single, and if I just want to get out of my apartment at night, I can go to any restaurant/coffee shop to do my paperwork, not just hotspot.
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br /If you found this post, you probably don't need to hear this, but for noobs... Very important re: the service, there is a strict 5GB/month limit on all new contracts. VZW BB is not a good choice for multi-person access (ie, families), or for anyone who plans to do a lot of uploading or downloading of large files. File sharing (P2P) is strictly forbidden; when detected, VZW will slow down your service. Also, it's slower and more expensive than cable or FIOS. This is best thought of as a supplemental service for people who need to work away from a desk.

Works great
Have it installed on MacBook Pro on Mac OS 10.5.2. Works perfectly without any driver install. Fantastic speed.


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