User manual

Chapter 3: Using the EXPLORER 710
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Using a Computer, smartphone or tablet
Overview
The following interfaces are available for connecting computers, smartphones or tablets:
•WLAN
•LAN
To choose an interface for data connection
The following table shows some characteristics of each interface to help you choose the right
interface for your application.
Router function
The terminal has a router function which routes traffic between the local network connected
to the terminal and the BGAN network connection (also called PDP context on the BGAN
network).
The router contains NAT (Network Address Translation) which allows sharing of a public IP
address between a number of local network users.
Standard or Streaming data
Definition
The BGAN network supports different classes of data connection to the Internet. The main
classes are Standard data and Streaming data.
•Using a Standard data connection, several users can share the data connection
simultaneously. This type of connection is ideal for TCP/IP traffic such as e-mail, file
transfer, and Internet and intranet access.
The user pays for the amount of data sent and received.
•Using a Streaming data connection, you get an exclusive, high-priority connection,
ensuring seamless transfer of data. This type of connection is ideal for time critical
applications like live video over IP.
The user pays for the duration of the connection (per minute charge).
Interface
Power
consumption
Amount of setup Range
WLAN High Some setup necessary on
your WLAN device and in
the web interface of the
EXPLORER 710
Wireless connection.
Up to 100 m depending on the
transmitter in the computer and
on the transmission conditions.
LAN High None (or very little) Up to 100 m of cable