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CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION
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2.1 Registering With a Carrier
Just as you would do with a cell phone, you must first register for service with a local
CDPD carrier.
2.1.1 ACTIVATING YOUR SERVICE
The PocketSpider will work with any CDPD carrier. Decide which carrier offers the best
plan to meet your CDPD needs, then register with that carrier.
Typically, two service carriers will be available to a CDPD user. One will be known as
the
A-side carrier
and the other is known as the
B-side carrier
. You may register with
the A-side carrier, the B-side carrier, or both of the carriers.
2.1.2 REGISTRATION
When you register with a CDPD carrier, the carrier should give you the following
information:
•
Internet Protocol (
IP
) address
•
Carrier Side Identification (Either
A
or
B
)
•
Service Provider Network Identifier (
SPNI
) Number
Be sure to record this information. This information may be needed in order to receive
customer service and/or technical support.
You will be assigned a specific Internet Protocol (
IP
) address to use with your modem.
Your carrier should also indicate whether they are the
A-side
carrier or the
B-side
carrier, and provide you with their
SPNI
number
Your cellular carrier may also provide you with additional information that is needed for
use with your third-party protocol stack(s). Consult your protocol stack documentation
for information regarding stack configuration and use.
The cellular carrier has the responsibility to warn you of any changes the carrier may
make to its operations and/or procedures that would effect your usage of the service.
You will be advised of your right to issue a complaint to the FCC regarding these
changes.
2.1.3 CDPD CHARGES
For information about your CDPD charges, you will need to contact your CDPD carrier
service. Charges will vary according to the CDPD service provider you choose and the
plan you select. Most carriers will offer several CDPD plans that vary in rates and
structure. Your carrier should explain these items to you in detail when you consult them
about registration.
3.0 INSTALLATION AND SETUP
