Apple MC497LL/A manual Joining a Cellular Data Network, Internet Access on an Airplane

Joining a Cellular Data Network

Before you can join a cellular data network on iPad Wi-Fi + 3G, you must sign up for a cellular data plan with an iPad service carrier in your area. With some carriers, you can choose a data plan, track your data usage, and change or cancel your plan on iPad.

3G, EDGE, and GPRS allow Internet connectivity over the cellular network available through your iPad carrier’s wireless service. Check the carrier’s network coverage in your area for availability.

When iPad connects to the Internet using the cellular data network, you see the 3G (), EDGE (), or GPRS () icon in the status bar.

Turn Data Roaming on: If you’re outside your carrier’s network, you may be able to use a cellular data network from another carrier. In Settings, choose Cellular Data and turn Data Roaming on.

Important: Roaming charges may apply. To avoid data roaming charges, make sure Data Roaming is turned off.

Monitor your cellular data network usage: In Settings, choose Cellular Data > View Account.

Set up a cellular data plan on iPad: From the iPad Home screen, tap Settings and choose Cellular Data. Tap View Account, then follow the onscreen instructions.

Cellular data settings may vary depending on the carrier.

iPad is unlocked, so you can choose your preferred carrier. Cellular data settings vary, depending on the carrier. If your iPad Wi-Fi + 3G didn’t come with a micro-SIM card, contact your carrier to set up an account and obtain a compatible micro-SIM card. Not all carriers offer 3G data plans.

Internet Access on an Airplane

Airplane mode on iPad Wi-Fi + 3G turns off the iPad radio transmitters to comply with airline regulations. In some regions, where allowed by the aircraft operator and applicable laws and regulations, you can turn on Wi-Fi while airplane mode is on, to:

ÂÂ Send and receive email ÂÂ Browse the Internet

ÂÂ Sync your contacts and calendars over the air ÂÂ Stream YouTube videos

ÂÂ Purchase music and apps

For more information, see “Airplane Mode” on page 140.

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