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3: Activating the Raven XE
• Installing the SIM
• Updating Firmware
This chapter provides step-by-step directions for activating your
Raven XE on your cellular provider’s network.
Installing the SIM
The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) in the Raven XE is a smartcard
that securely stores the key identifying a cellular subscriber.
Generally, you will only need to install a SIM once in the life of the
modem, and it may be pre-installed by your Sierra Wireless
representative.
If the SIM was pre-installed, unless you need to set a custom APN,
activation of your modem is complete.
Cellular Account Required
• Cellular Account Required - To use your modem, you need to
have a SIM with an active account in a data plan with your
cellular provider (EDGE or HSUPA/HSDPA).
Software Required
ACEmanager is a software utility that is provided with your Airlink
device at no additional cost. Follow the steps below to connect to
ACEmanager for configuring the modem.
• Ensure Raven XE connectivity to access ACEmanager.
• Go to: http://192.168.13.31:9191 the first time you connect to
ACEmanager.
ACEmanager supports the current Internet Explorer and Firefox
browser versions for Micrsoft Windows 7 and Windows XP.
Hardware Required
• Ethernet cable
Note: Until you install a driver for the USB port, you cannot use your USB
port to configure the modem.
• Power adapter and power source - You will need a power
supply and power source for the modem.
• PC or laptop - To configure the modem, you will need a
computer with an available Ethernet port or serial port.