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gprs features

> Tri-band GPRS/GSM card for use on networks worldwide: EGSM900, GSM1800, PCS1900

> Provides GSM and GPRS Data (up to 57,6 kbps) connectivity

> GPRS Class B,Type 1 GPRS MT

Multislot Class 10 GSM 05.02 (4 slots receive, 2 slot transmit, 5 maximum active simultaneously)

> ETSI Multiplexer for simultaneously connections and network coverage reports

> Integral antenna: robust, retractable and flexible, user exchangeable

> GPRS SMS Supported

> Supports EAP-SIM (3GPP TS 13.234 within the purview of 802.1x Authentication)

> The embedded SIM reader is provided with a related API-interface: PC SC-driver

> Optional Accessory: external tri-band GPRS/GSM antenna

> Roaming between GPRS/GSM networks

wlan features

> WLAN card for use on 2.4 Ghz band

> WLAN high speed data (up to 11Mbps) connectivity

> 802.11b Ethernet Interface

> 802.11 WEP encryption and Wi-Fi certified WPA

system requirements

> Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Server 2003

> Type II PC-Card slot

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globetrotter mobilitymanager

GlobeTrotter GPRS | GSM PC Card

GlobeTrotter COMBO WLAN | GPRS | GSM PC Card

Manual in CN / D / E / F / I / NL / P on CD

Summary of content (21 pages)

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gprs features > Tri-band GPRS/GSM card for use on networks worldwide: EGSM900, GSM1800, PCS1900 > Provides GSM and GPRS Data (up to 57,6 kbps) connectivity > GPRS Class B, Type 1 GPRS MT > Multislot Class 10 GSM 05.02 (4 slots receive, 2 slot transmit, 5 maximum active simultaneously) > ETSI Multiplexer for simultaneously connections and network coverage reports > Integral antenna: robust, retractable and flexible, user exchangeable > GPRS SMS Supported > Supports EAP-SIM (3GPP TS 13.
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contents Register with Option 3 Introduction 4 System Requirements 5 Installation 7 Getting Started 10 Setup 14 WLAN (only available with globetrotter combo card) 20 My options 28 Configuration settings 29 Troubleshooting 33 Agency requirements 34 Safety Information 37
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register with option 3 Warning ! Do not insert the card ! Registering your card is of great value to you. As soon as you register, you will qualify for: > Validation of warranty, which includes repair or replacement if faulty > After-sales customer care > Advanced bulletins on product updates and software upgrades During the installation process, you will have the possibility to register online or via e-mail. You also have the alternative to register on-line directly at: http://www.option.
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introduction system requirements (minimum requirements) 5 Congratulations on your purchase of the Option GlobeTrotter card. The GlobeTrotter card requires: GlobeTrotter is the ultimate solution to provide high performance mobile wireless Processor functionality for Laptops and Notebooks enabling users to browse the Internet, > Client (a computer not working in a server capacity): Min. 90-megahertz (MHz) send and receive e-mail, with SIM management seamlessly integrated with Microsoft Outlook™.
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6 installation 7 system requirements (minimum requirements) Other requirements The GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager > Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.00 or later The GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager simplifies SMS messaging and the configuration > The latest Windows service packs and critical updates from the Windows Update site. of GPRS settings for applications such as downloading e-mail or browsing the Internet.
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8 installation installation 9 Inserting the SIM card in the Option GlobeTrotter card 6. Click OK to execute the file. 1. Verify that you have a plug-in SIM card and locate the golden connector 7. Select the language you want to install the program in. area on this SIM. Please make sure the golden connector is perfectly clean. 2. Look for the SIM connector on top of the Option GlobeTrotter card. 3.
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10 getting started Starting the Option GlobeTrotter card. getting started 11 The GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager Home Page Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot of the Option GlobeTrotter card and insert the Option GlobeTrotter card into the PC Card slot of your computer. It is recommended to insert the card in the top PCMCIA slot. You may have to enter the PIN (Personal Identity Number) code if the PIN code request is activated in the SIM card. The PIN code is usually supplied with the SIM card.
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12 getting started The SMS Centre getting started 13 The Phone book The available phonebooks are: > SIM Phonebook > Outlook contacts (if Outlook is present) Contacts are read on the fly, which means no duplicate phonebooks or synchronization. The software will operate directly on the SIM and in the Outlook contacts. You can edit the name or phone entry in the SIM contacts by right click on the SIM contacts and select new or by going to ‘File/New/SIM contact.
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14 setup The Setup page allows you to create, edit and configure a GPRS, GSM or UMTS setup 15 You have to select which type of connection you want to set up. connection. Also, when a connection is present, this can be started from there. In the top of the screen you have a list of all available connections. Using the GlobeTrotter card for a DATA connection Caution! Some Service Providers use automatic DNS Server assignment.
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16 setup In Name Servers (DNS) you can specify the DNS if required by your carrier. setup 17 In Dial up Network you can modify the card settings and the dial properties. In PDP type you can specify the PDP type. You can choose between IP and PPP. If required by your carrier you have to fill in the address. In Internet you can modify the internet properties.
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18 setup setup 19 The Connection states tab Once that you are connected, the network status tab will show the connection statistics. Which means: > Connected with (GSM/GPRS/UMTS) > Duration of the connection > Total volume transferred > Sent and received volume. > Actual speed (upload and download) > Top speed (upload and download) In Quality of Service (QoS), you can change the QoS parameters. See the help files for definitions of the QoS parameters.
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20 wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) First time using WLAN Click on WLAN in the Navigation bar. The Option Wireless Network Client (OWNC) will pop up as a separate window. Standard it opens in Advanced Mode. The OWNC is divided in two sections. The left side includes the status overview panel, signal strength and link quality. The right side is used to configure network profiles to set up WLAN connections.
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22 wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) 23 Profiles Tab Connection Page With this tab you can create, edit or delete a profile. This is possible with the tree The next page is the Connection page. Here you can change the SSID of the AP you buttons at the right side of the list with the available profiles. wish to connect to.
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24 wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) 25 The OWNC will automatically make the Statistics Tab selections according to the information In this tab the statistics information is shown for the selected device. The available broadcasted by the AP.
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26 wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) wlan (only available with globetrotter combo card) 27 Customize Tab Information Tab OWNC has the ability to adjust the amount of information displayed. This can be In the Information tab, some version information is displayed. configured in this tab. The available information that you can find on this page is: > Start minimized in taskbar: If this option is selected the OWNC will start minimized in taskbar.
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28 my options configuration settings 29 Using the My Options button you can add shortcuts to your favorite applications. The configuration tabs are accessible from: With a drop down it has immediately an overview to all applications that you have > GTMM controller > Left Click > Settings > Configuration added. You can consider My Options button as an extension of the main toolbar.
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30 configuration settings configuration settings 31 Network operator selection Band selection The network operator selection window calls a list of available network operators The cards can use all three common frequencies for GSM/GPRS: 900MHz, 1800 MHz and selects the chosen network provider from the list. and 1900 MHz. Automatic selection is supported for only two bands 900/1800 and 900/1900. Switching between bands has to be done manually. When you are using a higher firmware than FW6.6.
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32 configuration settings troubleshooting 33 Diagnostic Utilities This section points out the basic problems that could occur when you are installing A general diagnostic tool will check the basic settings like installation, network and using the card. There is a list of symptoms and possible actions you can take in availability, signal strength… any of the following situations below. Not enough disk space for installation.
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34 agency requirements agency requirements 35 Federal communications commission notice Declaration of Conformity for products marked with the FCC logo - United States only This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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36 agency requirements safety information 37 European Union notice Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Products bearing the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC), EMC Further detailed information is given in this manual. Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Driving: do not use the GlobeTrotter while driving; park the vehicle first. Commission of the European Community.
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gprs features > Tri-band GPRS/GSM card for use on networks worldwide: EGSM900, GSM1800, PCS1900 > Provides GSM and GPRS Data (up to 57,6 kbps) connectivity > GPRS Class B, Type 1 GPRS MT > Multislot Class 10 GSM 05.02 (4 slots receive, 2 slot transmit, 5 maximum active simultaneously) > ETSI Multiplexer for simultaneously connections and network coverage reports > Integral antenna: robust, retractable and flexible, user exchangeable > GPRS SMS Supported > Supports EAP-SIM (3GPP TS 13.