Lenovo IdeaPad S10 FR User Manual
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Chapter 2. Using your computer
Note:
A mobile network operator, also known as mobile carrier, is a company
that provides mobile telecommunication service to its subscribers.
Mobile Broadband is a subscription service. Refer to your local mobile
network operator for availability, cost and other information.
Getting started with Mobile Broadband
Before getting started with Mobile Broadband, you first need to choose a
mobile network operator and make sure you are in the coverage area of the
network. After that, you also need:
To activate Mobile Broadband service through your local mobile
network operator. You will get a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card
after activation. For instructions on inserting the SIM card, refer to the
“Inserting the SIM card” on page 21.
Note:
A SIM card is a type of smart card used by mobile network operators to
identify their service subscribers on the mobile network. You will get the
SIM card from your mobile network operator after you have activated the
Mobile Broadband service.
A connection management utility to connect/disconnect to your Mobile
Broadband network.
Note:
In general, your mobile service provider will provide this utility.