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Quick Overview
This documentation covers how to get the cell modem ready for use:
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Set up a data account and receive a SIM card.
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Install the SIM card in the cell modem, and seal the card portal.
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Install pack on the handheld.
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Run setup program to configure the cell modem.
GSM Modem Activation Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a cell modem expansion pack. Each enclosed modem has been pre-
configured to operate on the GSM network. However, before you can begin to use the modem,
you will need to set up a wireless account.
GSM Account Set Up and Activation Process
Follow these steps to set up a wireless account:
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Contact your wireless provider/partner/reseller to obtain an account and/or SIM card.
Since you already have the equipment, and all you need is to set up an account, it is best
to work directly with a cellular service provider, ie; AT&T, T-Mobile, Vodafone, etc.
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When you contact the service agent of the cellular carrier, inform them that you have a
cellular data modem and need to set up data service for this device. Your company may
already have a business account with a cell carrier. If so, you can add the account you
need for this device to your business account.
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You will need to provide the following information when setting up an account:
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Billing Information and business ID such as your Federal Tax I.D. or VAT number.
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The wireless services required. You will need to specify that you need data only service.
You do not need voice or messaging service.
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You may be asked for the modem’s 15-character IMEI number, which can be found
using the CellModemSetup utility when the pack is installed on the handheld.
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You may be asked to provide the modem’s model number. This number allows the
carrier to verify this modem as one of its approved models.
IMPORTANT
The model number that you should provide is the model number of the internal
modem module, and not the model of the handheld computer. The cell modem module is a
MultiTech cellular modem model
MTSMC-E.
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The cellular carrier will give you a plastic card that has a smaller break out SIM card.
