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7.0 GSM
If you have a GSM-based cellular phone, it may be possible to use the GSM network,
when available, for XGate and XWeb data over the Optimizer. You will get the benefits
of compression and a faster data transfer rate than over a satellite phone which typically
equates to cost savings.
7.1 GSM Configuration in Optimizer
1. First, you must obtain a USB data dongle from your cellular provider. Your provider
may also require you to purchase a data plan.
2. Activate the USB data dongle with your cellular carrier and test it to make sure it
works. Typically, testing requires only that you plug the USB Data Dongle into your
computer and see if you can get on the Internet. If testing fails, contact your cellular
carrier for support.
3. Contact your cellular provider to obtain the information required to connect to their
GSM network. The information may include:
•
Access Point Name (APN)
•
Username required for access to the APN
•
Password required for access to the APN
Only GSM-based service is supported. LTE-based and CDMA-based service is NOT
supported. If you are unsure of which service you have, contact your cellular provider
before attempting to configure for GSM connection.
The GSM feature is offered for your convenience but we are not able to support it.
The information provided here is general in nature but may not be sufficient to
establish a GSM connection. If you run into any difficulties you must contact your
GSM network provider for support.
