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Set up a data account with a wireless provider, Install the sim card, 3g data modem – Juniper Systems Allegro 2 User Guide User Manual

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Allegro 2 Rugged Handheld Owner’s Manual

3G Data Modem

The 3G data modem is an option for Allegro 2 Geo models,

adding Wide Area Network data modem capability. The

modem is installed at the factory.
The modem is a cellular data modem, type GSM/UMTS. It

is five band modem compatible. The modem operates in

different modes, depending on the wireless provider and

the signal strength. Data speeds vary anywhere from 10

or 20 Kbps when using GPRS to over 1 Mbps when using

HSDPA.

Set up a Data Account with a Wireless Provider

Contact a wireless provider to set up data service for the

cellular data modem and obtain an account and mini

SIM card (purchased separately). You need to provide the

following information when setting up an account:
1. Billing Information and business ID, such as your Federal

Tax I.D. or VAT number.

2. The wireless services required. Specify that you need

data service only. You do not need voice or messaging

services.

3. You may be asked for the modem’s IMEI number, which

can be found here: Start > Settings > System > System

Information > 3G Modem with the modem powered on.

4. You may be asked to provide the modem’s model

number. This number allows the carrier to verify this

modem as one of its approved models. If asked for this

by the carrier, it is a Juniper Systems Allegro 2.

Install the SIM Card

To insert or remove a card follow these steps:
1. Power off the handheld.
2. The mini SIM card slot is located in the battery

compartment. Loosen the screws to the door and

remove it.

CAUTION:

Do not use a micro SIM adapter. The adapter

can get stuck and damage the slot.

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