The

BandLuxe™
C100S
User
Manual

P/N:65000400011 (Rev. A)
Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started 3
Chapter 2 Connecting 8
Chapter 3 SMS 11
Chapter 4 Settings 13
Chapter 5 Statistics & Information 16
Chapter 6 Q&A 18
Chapter 7 Important Safety Information and
Glossary 21
 The BandLuxe™ C100S

Chapter 1

Getting Started
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Chapter 1 Getting Started

What’s in the box Before You Install

1. BandLuxe C100S:
Insert this into an ExpressCard Slot if available. Information
Before installing the C100S, we recommend obtaining the following
information from the SIM Card Mobile network operator:
Access Point Name (APN)
- For many carriers, the APN may simply be Internet.
Phone Number
- The Phone Number to dial to establish a network connection.
BandLuxe software helps input this number correctly.
Password (Optional)
- Some (but not many) carriers require a password.
2. PCMCIA Adaptor Casing (optional):
Slide the C100S in this casing if a PCMCIA slot is available. Insert SIM Card

3. USB Accessories
a. BandLuxe C100S USB Adaptor Casing (optional): Insert the
C100S (1) into this case if no PCMCIA/ExpressCard slot is
available and connect it to the PC with the USB Cable (3b).
b. USB Cable (optional): Insert the small end into the Adaptor
Casing (3a) and the two large ends into the PC. Two free USB
ports are required for maximum signal strength. The gray port
can be shared with a mouse or keyboard.
c. Notebook Screen Hook (optional): Secures the C100S to a
laptop computer screen.

1. Face the gold contact points toward each other.

2. Insert the SIM card into the slot.
3. Push the card in until it reaches the end of the arrow next to the
slot.

Hardware Installation
With the SIM card properly inserted, the C100S may now be installed
into the computer, which may be done via PCMCIA/ExpressCard Slot
or USB port.

Features
● Worldwide Roaming
● Supports 2G, 3G and 3.5G standards
● SMS Messaging
● USB, ExpressCard or PCMCIA Interface
● Windows Vista, XP and 2000 compatibility
● Does not interfere with other USB
peripherals ExpressCard Slot
1. Slide the C100S into the slot (SIM card side down, LED side up).
● Six language interface (English, French, 2. The LED should light up when connection is established.
German, Italian, Spanish and Traditional
Chinese)
● Plug & Play functionality
● Dual Antennas
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PCMCIA Adaptor Software Installation
1. Slide the C100S into the PCMCIA Adaptor (LED & Gold Strip Up,
The process and appearance of certain software elements in Windows
SIM Card Side Down) as far as possible.
Vista will be somewhat different than in 2000/XP. These differences
are minor and should not limit the functionality of the C100S in any
way.

New Hardware Detection

Windows 2000/XP
Once the C100S is connected, a dialog box should pop-up from the
Toolbar Hardware Connection Icon. The device will be identified as the
BandLuxe C100S 3.5G HSDPA Utility.
Windows Vista
In Vista, a pop-up window may appear. Click Allow to proceed.
After the first pop-up, all other aspects for software installation will be
2. With the same orientation (antenna side up), slide the C100S- identical in all compatible versions of Windows.
Adaptor unit into the PCMCIA slot.

3. The LED should light up when connection is established.

USB
1. Slide the C100S into the USB adaptor casing (USB adaptor label &
C100S LED side up). Software installation should proceed automatically. If it does not, it may
be initiated from My Computer, where the C100S will be identified as a
CD-ROM device. Sometimes a restart will occur during installation. If it
does, reinitiate installation from My Computer.

2. Insert the small USB plug into the adaptor casing. Insert the two
large USB plugs into the computer.
3. The LED should light up when connection is established, though it
may be obscured.
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InstallShield Wizard
Preparation Select Installation Folder

The C100S will automatically use the appropriate language for your
OS, if available. Click Change to manually select a folder.

Welcome
Change Current Destination Folder

The Setup Wizard window opens automatically. The first page contains
OS compatibility and legal disclaimers. Click Next to continue. Highlight the folder and click OK to select it. Click Cancel to close the
Browse window.
License Agreement
Confirm Installation

Click I accept the terms in the license agreement > Next to

Click Back to change any preceding information or settings. Click
continue.
Install to begin installation.
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Installation Installation Complete

Installation time will vary, depending on the computer. When installation is complete, click Finish to exit. The Connection
Manager will open automatically.

Home Screen 1 2 12

1. Signal Strength
2. Minimize
3. Radio Technology 3
4. Mobile Network Operator 4
5. Connection Status
6. Connection Time Elapse 5
7. Total Data Uploaded 6
8. Total Data Downloaded
9. Menu 8 7
10. Home Screen
11. Connect/Disconnect
12. Close 9
Note: The Home screen only indicates 3G (internet) connection status.
After installation, the C100S automatically initiates 2G (SMS) functions 10 11
upon successful connection to the computer. Text messages can be
sent or received, even if the Home screen indicates no connection.

Menu Screen
SMS: Text message folders such as Inbox, Draft, etc.
Setting: General, SMS, SIM, Radio and Network preferences.
Statistics: Upload, Download graphs and totals.
Contacts: C100S, SIM Card and Outlook Contact lists.
Profile: Connection profile setup/options.
Information: Device, Version and Signal specifics.
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Chapter 2

Connecting
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Chapter 2 Connecting

Establishing a Connection
With the C100S fully installed, an online connection can now be made.
The C100S will automatically scan your system and create a default
profile, which should work in the vast majority of cases. To test it,
simply click the Connect button.

7. Enter the phone number for establishing the wireless connection,

supplied by the SIM card carrier; click Next.

Connection should take about 5 seconds. When established, the

Home screen should say Connected, with the onscreen clock running 8. The Finished window is a double check of the Profile Name, which
and the Download/Upload tallies running. The toolbar icon will can be modified here. If profile settings need to be changed, click
also change color to indicate the connection protocol (same as LED Back. If everything is fine, click Finish.
indicator). See Specifications for details.
If connection is unsuccessful, check that the device and SIM card are
properly connected and inserted. If they are, a new internet profile may
need to be created.

Create a Profile
1. Click Menu > Profile. The profile menu will contain the C100S
default profile, named BandLuxe.

9. On the Profile window, click the newly created profile and then click
Default. Click OK to set this profile as the default (only the default
can be connected).
10. The BandLuxe C100S is now ready for a wireless connection. Click
the Connect icon to establish it. Connection should take about 5
seconds. When established, the Home screen should say
Connected, with the onscreen clock running and the Download/
Upload tallies counting.
Note: If you switch to a different SIM card, the default profile will no
longer be valid. You will have to create a new profile in the
manner just described. If you do not have access to all the
information necessary to create a new profile, uninstall and
2. Click New to create a new profile. Depending on the carrier, all 4 reinstall the BandLuxe software. The new default profile should
spaces may not need to be filled to proceed. work for the new SIM card.

Choose a Profile
Different profiles may be needed, depending on current location.
1. Click Menu > Profile.

3. Choose a Profile Name. The name is arbitrary and is helpful when

different connection methods are available.
4. Inquire with the Mobile network operator (SIM carrier) as to whether
the User Name and Password are required.
5. The Password can be any combination of letters, numbers or
symbols and is case sensitive. 2. Highlight the desired profile and click Default.
6. Enter the Access Point Name (APN), supplied by the SIM card
carrier. With all required slots filled, click Next.
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Chapter 2 Connecting

General
Connect using
If other modems are available, they will be listed here. Click Configure
to adjust the BandLuxe modem settings.

Phone number
Check Use dialing rules to access the Location Information window to
add more specific dialing information such as tone/pulse dialing,
3. Click OK on the confirmation window if this is the desired profile. current region, area & carrier code, and outside line access
number.

Click OK when completed.

This and other Properties menu tabs are generic to the Windows OS
and will not be discussed further.

Connecting & Disconnecting

4. The word YES will appear next to the default profile.

Profile Properties
Profiles can be fine tuned after creation. In the Profile window, simply
click Edit to adjust the default profile. To adjust a non-default profile,
highlight it and then click Edit. Click Next on the Edit window to view
the Properties menu, General Tab.

If a default profile has been selected, a connection can be made or

ended at any time by clicking the Connect button on the Menu screen.
However, connection status will not be obvious unless the Home
screen is displayed. The Statistics or Signal Information windows also
clearly display connection status.
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Chapter 3

SMS
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Chapter 3 SMS

The Connection Manager allows the same standard SMS options as Compose
any other mobile device. Each message stored in the Inbox, Outbox,
Sent and Draft folders displays the Name and Number of the contact, Contains all tools for creating messages.
the body text of the message and the date it was stored in the folder. To: Contains the Phone Number of the recipient.
Message Body: Up to 160 characters.
Inbox
Contains received messages. Save, Delete or Reply to Inbox
messages by highlighting them and pressing the appropriate button.
Highlight a message to make it scroll open above. Unread messages
are closed envelopes while read messages are open.

Press to see contact lists.

- SIM Card Contacts

- Outlook Contacts

- C100S Contacts

Highlight a Contact and click Select to choose it. Click Exit to return to
the Compose screen.
Click Template to view all stored templates, or create/delete one.
Highlight a template and click Select to insert it into the message.
Click New to create a new template. Click Save to add the new
template to the list of existing ones. Click Cancel to return to the
Template list window.
Sent Highlight a template and click Delete to erase it.
Contains all successfully sent messages. Highlight a message and
press Delete to erase it.

Outbox
Contains completed but unsent messages. Send or Delete messages
by highlighting them and pressing the appropriate button.

Draft
Contains saved but unfinished messages. Highlight a draft and click
Edit to send the message back to the Compose window.
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Chapter 4

Settings
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Chapter 4 Settings

If a PIN code is enabled, it will be asked for during SIM card

General initialization. After 3 incorrect PIN code entries, the SIM card will be
Check Auto connect on startup to have the C100S connect to the locked. Contact your operator to unlock it.
internet automatically during startup. If speed is essential, clicking
Quick startup will cause the auto startup to proceed even faster.
However, if you plan to install the C100S onto multiple computers,
disable the Quick startup function. Do not have the C100S connected
to the computer when you turn it on when Quick startup is enabled.

Radio
Dual Mode- Features various network search options. Note that 3G
Language (including 3.5G) First is the default setting.
The Connection Manager offers English, French, German, Spanish,
Italian and Traditional Chinese. To choose a language, click the menu Frequency Band
and highlight & select a language. Click Save to implement the chosen
language. The Connection Manager will then return to the Home Save network scanning time by eliminating unnecessary frequencies
Screen with the chosen language. or choose Worldwide if local standards are uncertain.

SMS
Preference
New SMS Notify: Check to be notified when a new text message
arrives. If enabled, the Toolbar Connection Manager Icon will change
to an Envelope Icon. An envelope icon will also appear in the upper left
corner of the Home screen when a new message arrives.

SMS Service Center

After making changes to either, click Apply.
Use default number in phone: Uncheck to manually input service
center number.
Click Save after making any changes. Network
Network Selection
Standard (auto) Search for networks in the order specified in the
Prefer list. Click Standard (auto) > Next to view and adjust the Prefer
list.

SIM
Enable/Disable or change the SIM card Personal Identification
Number (PIN). Press Apply after making any changes. A SIM card
must be inserted for this function to be active.
The top list is the Prefer list; the bottom lists all available networks.
Click Scan to bring up the list of all available networks.
In the Prefer list, highlight a network and click the up arrow to the left to
move it up the list (increase its preference); clicking the down arrow
does the opposite. Clicking the red icon removes the highlighted
network from the Prefer list.
In the bottom list, highlight a network and click the up arrow above to
move that network to the Prefer list.
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If changes are made, click Save.

Manual
Choose a network from all available. Click Manual > Next to see the
list. Highlight a network and click Select. If no change is needed, click
Cancel.
Note that Network can only be accessed when the C100S is not
connected to a network.
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Chapter 5

Statistics & Information

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Chapter 5 Statistics & Information

Statistics Signal
Click the Signal tab to see signal data. The bottom half of the screen
The Statistics screen displays a graph of recent upload and download
will be empty when there is no connection or during a 2G connection.
activity. If there is no data, the C100S is offline. Click Menu >
Displayed indicators will vary, depending on your protocol.
Statistics.

Connected (2G)

Time: Elapsed Connection Time

- Returns to zero upon disconnection
- Reset does not affect it Connected (3G)

Max: Maximum Throughput

ARFCN: See Glossary
Download: Current Downloading Throughput
Tx & Rx Power: Transmission/Reception strength, in decibel meters
Upload: Current Uploading Throughput (dBm)
Click Reset to end the current graphs and start over. This will not affect Frequency: In MHz
the actual connection. To leave this window, click Exit.
Active Set: UMTS cell actually transmitting data, marked YES
Primary Scramble Code: Individual UMTS cell ID code
Information Ec/Io: Reception/Interference (S/N), Connected (3G) in decibels (dB)
The Information screen offers version or signal specifications. Click
Menu > Information.

About
Click Menu > Information > About tab to see version data.
IMEI: International Mobile Equipment Identity number
Version: Connection Manager Software Version
F/W Version: Firmware Version
The BandLuxe™ C100S

Chapter 6

Q&A
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Chapter 6 Q&A

- Import from the C100S Contacts folder.

Q: Why does the Home screen display No Q: Can I prevent others from using my C100S?
Device? A: Yes. Click Menu > Setting > SIM to enable or change the SIM card
PIN code.

Q: My OS is Microsoft 2000 SP4, so why is

A: Make sure that the C100S is plugged in/inserted correctly. If it is, software installation still not working?
and No Device is still displayed, check the LED.
A: Two more Microsoft HotFix downloads are needed:
If the LED is not lit, the problem could be:
1. KB893803: Windows Install 3.1
- The USB cord or adapter casing is not functioning (if applicable).
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- The C100S is not slid correctly into the adapter casing. f56-4a38-b838-de776fd4138c&displaylang=en&Hash=PAFe2q2M7AK
- The USB port or PCMCIA/ExpressCard Slot is not active. Check the WEGBcm62PeiJS4ViwKMUiwH7KOHOV4d4P8gXcVDuwnXIDI9LT%2b
Device Manager. qx85W4mPHaGPwG4ne6KUKaD3Q%3d%3d#filelist
2. KB842773: Windows 2000 HotFix (Update for BITS 2.0 and
Q:The Home screen is stuck on Initial SIM Card, WinHTTP 5.1)
what do I do? http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.
aspx?FamilyID=3ee866a0-3a09-4fdf-8bdb-c906850ab9f2&DisplayLan
A: Replug/reconnect the C100S. If this does not work, restart the g=en
computer. If this does not work, check the SIM card, which may
have a poor connection or be locked.
Q: Why do some SMS text symbols display
Q: Why does the C100S need 2 USB ports? incorrectly on the receiving phone?
A: This is necessary to supply sufficient power to transmit during peak A: This is related to the different decoding schemes used by various
loads and to avoid dropped calls. mobile phone brands. Known problem symbols include:
~!@#$%^&*()_+`-={}|:“<>?[]\;‘,./

Q: The SIM card is working, so why can’t the

C100S make a connection? Q: The Connection Manager is prompting me
that my SMS service center number is invalid.
Signal
Strength
What do I do?
Indicator

A: Click Setting > SMS and change the SMS service number. See
Chapter 4 for details.
A: Check the profile information; click Menu > Profile. See Chapter 2
for details. Q: The InstallShield Wizard does not
If profile settings are in order, the radio or network settings may automatically open when I first plug in the
need adjustment. Click Menu > Setting. See Chapter 4 for details.
If Radio and Network settings are in order, please check the signal C100S, what do I do?
strength indicator in the upper left corner of the Connection A: In My Computer, right click on the drive with the Connection
Manager. Manager icon and select AutoPlay. This should initiate the
InstallShield Wizard.
Q: How do I import contacts into the BANDLUXE C100S(H:)
Connection Manager?
A: Click Menu > Contacts >
- Import from the SIM Card.

- Import from Outlook.

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Q: My computer cannot boot with the C100S

connected. Why?
A: As discussed in Chapter 1, during installation the C100S is
displayed in My Computer as a portable storage device.

4. Click Apply > OK.

The computer treats the C100S as if it were a CD drive. Because of

this, your computer may be trying to boot from it, as if it were expecting
a Boot CD. Disconnect the C100S before booting.

Q: How do I view the .pdf Quick Start Guide and

User Manual?
A: Click Start > Programs > BandLuxe > BandLuxe C100S 3.5G
HSDPA utility and choose either document, both of which require
Adobe Acrobat 6.0.

Q: The Connection Manager is having troubles

running on Vista. What do I do?

A: You may be having a problem with Vista’s user control functions.

1. Open the Connection Manager folder.
2. Right click CManager.exe > Properties > Compatibility tab.
3. Check Run this program as an administrator.
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Chapter 7

Important Safety
Information and Glossary
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Chapter 7 Important Safety Information and Glossary

Safety Information Regulations

Important Notice CE Marking
Due to the transmission and reception properties of cellular This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory
communications, data can occasionally be lost or delayed. This can be requirements of the European Union and has attained CE Marking.
due to the variation in radio signal strength that results from changes in The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”.
the characteristics of the radio transmission path. The CE Mark applies to products regulated by certain European health,
Although data loss is rare, the environment where you operate the safety and environmental protection legislation. The CE Mark is
C100S may adversely affect communications. Variations in radio obligatory for products it applies to: the manufacturer affixes the
signal strength are referred to as fading. Fading is caused by several marking in order to be allowed to sell his product in the European
different factors including signal reflection, the ionosphere, and market.
interference from other radio channels. This product conforms to the essential requirements of the R&TTE
BandRich Inc. or its partners will not be held responsible for damages directive 1999/5/EC in order to attain CE Marking. A notified body has
of any kind resulting from the delays or errors in data transmitted or determined that this device has properly demonstrated that the
received by the BandLuxe C100S, or failure of the BandLuxe C100S to requirements of the directive have been met and has issued a
transmit or receive such data. favorable certificate of expert opinion. As such the device will bear the
notified body number 0678 after the CE mark.
BandLuxe™ is a registered trademark of BandRich Inc.
The CE Marking is not a quality mark. Foremost, it refers to the safety
rather than to the quality of a product. Secondly, CE Marking is
Potential Hazards mandatory for the product it applies to, whereas most quality markings
Do not operate the BandLuxe C100S in an environment that may be are voluntary.
susceptible to radio interference resulting in danger; specifically: Marking: The product shall bear the CE mark, the notified body
number(s) as depicted to the right. CE 0678.
Areas where prohibited by the law.
- Follow any special rules and regulations and obey all signs and
notices. Always turn off the host device and remove the C100S 15.21 Federal Communications Commission
from the card slot when instructed to do so, or when you suspect (FCC) Statement
that it may cause interference or danger.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
Where explosive atmospheres may be present. approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s
- Do not operate your C100S in any area where a potentially authority to operate the equipment.
explosive atmosphere may exist. Sparks in such areas could cause
an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Be
aware and comply with all signs and instructions. 15.105(b) Federal Communications
- Users are advised not to operate the C100S while at a refueling Commission (FCC) Statement
point or service station. Users are reminded to observe restrictions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These
distribution areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
are in progress. interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
- Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
always clearly marked. Potential locations can include gas stations, used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Near Medical and life support equipment.
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Do not operate your C100S in any area where medical equipment,
life support equipment, or near any equipment that may be - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
host communications device must be turned off. The C100S may to which the receiver is connected.
transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
On an aircraft, either on the ground or airborne. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
- In addition to FAA requirements, many airline regulations state that approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your
you must suspend wireless operations before boarding an airplane. authority to operate the equipment.
Please ensure that the host device is turned off and your C100S is
removed from the card slot prior to boarding aircraft in order to
comply with these regulations. The C100S can transmit signals that Operation is subject to the following two
could interfere with various onboard systems and controls. conditions:
While operating a vehicle. 1) this device may not cause interference and
- The driver or mobile network operator of any vehicle should not 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
operate a wireless data device while in control of a vehicle. Doing may cause undesired operation of the device.
so will detract from the driver or mobile network operator’s control
and operation of that vehicle. In some countries, operating such
communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offense.
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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: Glossary
1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
2G: Second-generation mobile networking technology. Represents a
with any other antenna or transmitter.
switchover from analog to digital; most 2G networks use GSM.
2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set
3G: Third-generation mobile networking technology that enables
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
simultaneous transfer of voice and non-voice data; most 3G networks
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters
use WCDMA.
between the radiator and your body.
3.5G: A more recent standard of mobile networking technology;
SAR compliance has been established in a laptop computer with side
generally uses HSDPA.
PCMCIA ExpressCard slot configuration as tested in this filing, and
can be used in laptop computers with substantially similar physical APN (Access Point Name/Network): Provides GPRS routing
dimensions, construction, and electrical and RF characteristics. information. Consists of:
Compliance of this device in all final host configurations is the Network ID: Identifies the external service requested by a GPRS
responsibility of the Grantee. End-users must be provided with specific user.
information required to satisfy RF exposure compliance for all final
Mobile network operator ID: Specifies routing information.
host devices.
ARFCN (Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number): The
specific ID numbers for all radio channels used in cellular mobile
Specifications communications.
Bps (bits per second): How data flow is measured.
System Requirements DNS (Domain Name System): Helps route network traffic by making
the addressing process more user-friendly.
Operating System: Windows 2000 SP4+, XP SP2+ or Vista
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol): How devices obtain
Hard Drive Space: 30 MB IP addresses from a server.
Web Browser: Internet Explorer 6.0+ DUN (Dial-Up Network): Windows component that enables online
Interface: ExpressCard slot, 2 USB ports or PCMCIA slot access via a modem.
LED Indicators EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment/Enhanced Data for
Global Evolution): Advanced GPRS that delivers multimedia and
Color Indicator Flashing Solid other data needing greater bandwidth at up to 237 kbps.
Not Connected/
Off NA NA GPRS (General Packet Radio Service): Delivers data in packets at
Flight Mode
Error (SIM card up to 86 kbps.
No coverage/
Red SIM Card/Service missing, failed GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications): The most
still searching
verification)
popular cellular network, mostly operates in 850-900 or 1800-1900
Green WCDMA Available Connected
MHz; the primary 2G system.
Blue HSDPA NA Connected
Pink/Purple / GPRS/EDGE Available Connected IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity): A number unique to
each GSM/UMTS device that can be used block network access by a
stolen mobile device.
Hardware IP (Internet Protocol): Routes packets over a network.
Dimensions: 119.6 x 42 x 11.3mm (LWH, including antenna) HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access): Advanced WCDMA
Weight: 40g that delivers bandwidth intensive data at up to 7.2Mbps; typically
Onboard Memory: 64 MB NAND Flash & 64 MB SDRAM associated with 3.5G.
GSM Bands: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 Kbps (Kilobits per second): A data flow measure; 1024 bits/second.
UMTS Bands: 2100 LAN (Local Area Network): A data network with limited range but
good bandwidth.
Mbps (Megabits per second): A data flow measure; 1,048,576
Connectivity bits/second.
Internet: DUN PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol): An internet connection method.
Data Speed (HSDPA) Downlink: 7.2Mbps/3.6Mbps/1.8Mbps/ PIN (Personal Identity Number): Four to eight digital numbers SIM
in bps: 384Kbps card security code; allows access to the carrier’s network.
Uplink: 384Kbps (Max) Rx: Shorthand for Reception.
Radio/Band Selection: 3/3.5G: EU+Asia (2100) SIM (Subscriber Identity Module): A small card that contains key
2G: EU+Asia (900/1800), US (850/1900) mobile device identification, subscription and contact information.
IP Settings: APN, DNS, DHCP vs. Static, Radius SMS (Short Messaging Service): Allows text messages of up to 160
characters.
Tx: Shorthand for Transmission.
WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access): Advanced
EDGE that supports 384kbps data flow. Most 3G networks use this
standard; aka UMTS.