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Packet data connections in GSM networks
When you use your device in GSM networks, multiple data
connections can be active at the same time and access
points can share a data connection. To check the active
data connections, see “Connection manager”, p. 78.
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.
(This can happen during a voice call, for example.)
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 device. See “Data and settings”,
p. 46.
To create a new access point, press , and 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
Tip! See also “Receive MMS and e-mail settings”,
p. 45, “E-mail”, p. 53, and “Access the Web”, p. 62.
Follow the instructions given to you by your service
provider.
Connection name—Give a descriptive name for the
connection.
Data bearer—Depending on the 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.
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.
User name—The user name may be needed to make a data
connection, and is usually provided by the service provider.
The user name is often case-sensitive.
Prompt password—If you must enter a new password
every time you log in to a server, or if you do not want to
save your password in the device, select Yes.