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Packet data connections in GSM networks
When you use your phone in GSM networks, multiple data
connections can be active at the same time, access points
can share a data connection, and data connections remain
active during voice calls. To check the active data
connections, see "Connection manager," p. 82.
The following indicators may be displayed below the signal
indicator, depending on which network you use:
GSM network, packet data is available in the network.
GSM network, packet data connection is active, data is
being transferred.
GSM network, multiple packet data connections
are active.
GSM network, packet data connection is on hold.
(For example, this can happen during a voice call.)
Receive access point settings
You may receive access point settings in a text message
from a service provider, or you may have preset access point
settings in your phone. See "Data and settings," p. 47.
To create a new access point, select Tools > Settings >
Connection > Access points.
An access point may be protected ( ) by your network
operator or service provider. Protected access points
cannot be edited or deleted.
Access points
Options in the Access points list are Edit, New
access point, Delete, Help, and Exit.
Follow the instructions given to you by your service provider.
Connection name—Give a descriptive name for
the connection.
Data bearer—Depending on what data connection you
select, only certain setting fields are available. Fill in all
fields marked with Must be defined or with a red asterisk.
Other fields can be left empty, unless you have been
instructed otherwise by your service provider.
Options when editing access point settings are
Change, Advanced settings, Help, and Exit.
To be able to use a data connection, the network service
provider must support this feature, and if necessary,
activate it for your SIM card.
Access point name (for packet data only)—The access
point name is needed to establish a connection to the
packet data network. You obtain the access point name
from your network operator or service provider.
Tip! See also “Receive MMS and e-mail settings”,
p. 46 "E-mail," p. 53, and "Access the Web," p. 59.