User's Manual

Operating Your Computer 2-25
 GPRS data transmission
GPRS is a high-speed data-on service that enables you to transmit
data over a mobile network. Subscribing to a GPRS service allows
you to transfer files, browse the Web and receive streaming audio and
video on your computer.
Connecting Using the GSM Modem
Your computer can send and receive data via a mobile network using the
GSM protocol.
To send or receive data over a GSM network, you must have an account
with a service provider that supports GSM data services, and the service
provider must enable the data features on your account.
Configuring a GSM Modem Connection
Before you can use the GSM modem connection, make sure that you have
a subscription to the Circuit-Switched Data (CSD) network with your
service provider and you have an account with your service provider or
corporate network you are connecting to.
To connect to an ISP or dial in to a specific computer, you must configure
a connection for that service on your computer.
Connecting Using GPRS
Your computer can receive General Packet Radio Services (GPRS), a
high-speed data-only service that transmits data over a mobile telephone
network. In addition, GPRS provides permanent on-line connection.
To use GPRS, you must have a subscription to the function with a service
provider that supports GPRS.
Configuring a GPRS Connection
To connect to a GPRS network, you must configure a connection for that
service on your computer.