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Packet data connections in GSM and UMTS
networks
When you use your phone in GSM and UMTS 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. (This
can happen during a voice call, for example.)
UMTS network, packet data is available in the network.
UMTS network, packet data connection is active, data is
being transferred.
UMTS network, multiple packet data connections are
active.
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. 48.
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.
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