Multi Tech Equipment GPRS USB manual Activation Installation, Activate Your Wireless Account

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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation

Chapter 2 – Activation and

Installation

Step 1 – Activate Your Wireless Account

Multi-Tech – A Certified National Activation Agent

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. is a certified national activation agent for Cingular and Sprint wireless. For more information about available data plans and to purchase and activate a wireless data account, contact Multi-Tech at 888-288-5470.

Pre-Configuration and Activation

Pre-Configured Multi-Tech Products

Each Multi-Tech wireless product has been pre-configured to operate on a wireless network.

Activate Your Wireless Account

Please see the wireless account Activation Notices located on the MultiModem CD. Choose the one for your wireless network provider and follow the directions to activate your account.

Phone Numbers for the Wireless Modem

Every wireless modem will have its own unique phone number. The phone number may simply be given to you by your wireless service provider or it may be on the SIM card or both. Wireless provider implementations may vary.

Step 2 – Insert the SIM Card into the Holder

The wireless MultiModem requires a SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module) to operate on a GSM network. To install the card, do the following:

1.Using your fingernail or a small wedging tool (e.g., a small screwdriver), pry off the SIM cover.

2.Insert the SIM card into the holder.

3.Verify that the SIM card fits into the holder properly and then replace the cover.

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem GPRS USB Wireless Modem User Guide

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Contents MultiModem Gprs USB World Headquarters Revision History Date DescriptionTrademarks and Logos Technical Support Country By Email By PhoneContents Product Description Product Description SpecificationsFeatures ModelsApplication Overview Benefits/Features in ApplicationsApplication Types Safety Package Contents Electrical Characteristics SpecificationsAntenna/RF Specifications Current RequirementsInterfaces AT Command Reference GuidesLEDs Activate Your Wireless Account Activation InstallationInsert the SIM Card into the Holder Connect the Antenna and USB Cable Handset Connection OptionalAttach the Modem to a Flat Surface Optional Part a for Windows XP/2003 Installing the USB Driver Install the Modem DriverIntroduction Click on Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Continue AnywayCompleting the Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears Part C for Windows XP/2003 Installing the Modem INF File Installing the Modem Driver in Windows Part a for Windows 2000 Installing the USB DriverPage Part B for Windows 2000 Associating PC Port with USB Driver Part C for Windows 2000 Installing the Modem INF File Phone Number for the Wireless Modem Using Your Wireless ModemExamples of Useful AT Commands Answering a Circuit-Switched Data CSD Connection Establishing a Circuit-Switched Data CSD ConnectionEstablishing a Voice Call Using Short Message Services SMS SMS Examples Send an SMS message to another SMS compatible deviceUsing Your Wireless Modem Requirements Internet AccessConnecting to the Gprs Network for Internet Access Modem Options windowDisconnecting the Connection Create Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003Mobile PhoneTools Solutions for ‘no connection through serial link’ situation Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Examples Solutions for no carrier messageFrequently Asked Questions How do I send an SMS message to an email account? Reference Information Wireless Modem Reference InformationEtsi contact Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Appendix a Warranty and RepairsRepair Procedures for U.S. and Canadian Customers Replacement Parts Repair Procedures for International CustomersRepair Procedures for International Distributors Outside U.S.A. and CanadaJuly