RuggedCom RuggedRouter RX1100 - Manual (Page 114)

13. Configuring PPP And The Cellular Modem
Revision 1.14.3 114 RX1000/RX1100™
Necessary parameters are configured in the top part of the screen, and modem information and status
are displayed at the bottom, under "Modem Status".
Figure 13.5. Cellular Modem Configuration (with an Edge/GPRS modem)
13.2.2.1. Modem Configuration
The Access Point Name (APN) is necessary only on GPRS networks (Edge or HSPA). It is the name
of the cellular network access point which provides a gateway to the Internet. This information will be
provided by the wireless network when you register for data service. This field is not used for CDMA
modems.
The Dial string is special command to be sent by the cellular modem to the cellular network to
establish a data connection. For example, for GSM/GPRS networks, this is typically: *99***1#. This
command will depend on the wireless network. Please consult the wireless network operator for the
correct dial string command for data service. A regular telephone number is usually not required to
connect to a GSM/GPRS network.
13.2.2.2. Modem Status
The Modem Status section displays information about and the current status of the cellular modem
installed in the RuggedRouter.
Note
In the case of Edge/GPRS modems, cellular modem status information is only collected if a PPP
link is not currently active on the modem. If the Refresh button is clicked while a PPP link is
active, the information displayed is that obtained prior to the establishment of the PPP link. In
order to obtain current modem status information, an active PPP link on the cellular modem, must
be deactivated, i.e., by selecting “none” for the Modem PPP Client Connection/Connection to
establish at boot time.
For EVDO/CDMA and HSPA/GPRS modems, the received signal strength can be obtained
whenever the Refresh button is clicked.