Startup And Configuration; Initial Startup And Configuration; Tools And Materials Required; Installing The Sim Card - Sierra Wireless AirLink ES440 Hardware User's Manual

2: Startup and Configuration

Rev 1 Oct.13
This chapter shows you how to do the initial device configuration. It
also describes the front panel LEDs.

Initial Startup and Configuration

Follow the instructions in this section to do the initial startup and
configuration for the ES440. For on-site installation and setup
instructions, see On-site Installation and Setup

Tools and Materials Required

• A SIM card for your ES440, as provided by your mobile network
operator
• A Phillips screwdriver for removing the top cover
• A laptop computer with an Ethernet cable, USB, or serial cable
for device management
• 2 LTE wireless antennas (included). For indoor use only.
• AC power adapter (included)
• If wireless out of band management is required, a null modem
cable to go from the ES440 RS-232 port to the enterprise router.
• If you are mounting the antennas remotely from the ES440, you
will need a coaxial cable, mounting brackets, and connectors.
(For more information, see

Installing the SIM Card

If it is not already installed, insert a SIM card into the ES440 before
installation or connecting any external equipment or power to the
ES440.
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Antenna Installation on page 29.
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