Installation And Startup; Tools And Materials Required; Optional Software; Installation Overview - Sierra Wireless Octave FX30S User Manual

2: Installation and Startup

This chapter shows how to connect, install and start the Sierra Wireless FX30S. It also
describes the front panel LEDs and I/O functionality.
Note: The FX30S must be installed by a qualified technician.

Tools and Materials Required

• mini-SIM card (provided by your mobile network operator)
• #1 Phillips screwdriver
• Laptop computer
• AC adapter or DC power cable
• micro-B USB cable
• Cellular antenna
• GNSS antenna (optional)
• 9-pin connection cable for the RS232 port

Optional Software

Depending on your operating environment, you may want to download and install the
following software:
• Windows USB driver—Install the USB drivers for WP Series modules, available from
http://source.sierrawireless.com/devices/fx-series/FX30/
under Windows drivers).
• A Windows terminal emulator program such as Tera Term.

Installation Overview

The steps for a typical installation are:
1. Insert the SIM card and optional IoT Expansion
2. Mount and ground the
3. Connect the
4. Connect the data
5. Connect the power and
6. Check the FX30S
7. Use the FX30S.
The following sections describe these steps in detail. Read these sections carefully before
performing the installation.
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