The Status Bar

The details of your current connection can be seen in the status bar at the bottom of the VZAccess Manager interface.  This status bar is always visible when the interface is fully expanded.  For information on minimizing the VZAccess Manager interface, see the section "Minimizing the Interface."

Most users will see the following "NationalAccess - BroadbandAccess" version of the status bar:

Those who are using the "VZGlobal" service will see the following version:

Connection Status

The text on the bottom left portion of the status bar below the "Verizon Wireless" text reflects your current state.  During an active connection, this text will change to "Connected."  If you are not connected, it will display "Not Connected."

WWAN Device Status Area

The text that reads "Verizon Wireless" can change to the following:

Coverage

An icon is displayed if you are in VZGlobal, NationalAccess or BroadbandAccess coverage.  Move the mouse pointer over these icons to see the tool tip showing the name of the current service.

NDIS

The following icons also appear on the status bar to indicate your device's NDIS status:

New TXT

If VZAccess Manager supports TXT messaging on your device, an icon appears on the status bar to show that you have a new TXT message waiting.  Double click on the icon to jump to the TXT view to see the message.

Throughput

The amount of data that you have sent and received since the current network connection was initiated can be seen by holding the mouse over the green up and down arrows on the right side of the status bar.

Battery Level

The current battery level of your mobile phone or laptop can be seen on the right side of the status bar. 

Elapsed Time

The amount of time that has elapsed since the current network connection was initiated is tracked on the lower right side of the status bar.

Roaming Status

The following icons may be displayed on the status bar: