Disable Cell Broadcast: USB Laptop Sticks

Use this document for steps on how to disable Cell Broadcast on Mobile Internet devices. This update is not an Over-the-Air (OTA) update and can only be downloaded from the T-Mobile Download Center. This update only applies to the following devices:

• Dell Mini & Dell Mini 4G
• Jet
• Jet 2.0 4G
• USB Laptop Stick
  
• Rocket 3.0 (Refer to Firmware update: T-Mobile Rocket 3.0 for steps. This update was included with the connection manager.)

To disable Cell Broadcast...

Important: This update is not done through the connection manager and can only be performed on a computer running Microsoft Windows.

1. Make sure you are connected to the Internet and open a web browser.
2. Go to www.t-mobile.com/webconnectupgrade.
3. Find the appropriate product and select Get Software.
4. Find and download the Device Update link.
5. Save the file to the Desktop.
6. Important: For laptop sticks, close the Connection Manager. The device must remain plugged into a USB port and disconnected from the network.
7. Open the file.
8. If prompted, select Run. 
   • Windows will display this message if the device has already received this update.  
   • This update will not alter firmware or software versions.  
   • This message will be the only indication the device has been updated.
9. After the update completes, select OK.