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Modem Doctor
Modem Doctor and Modem Doctor USB is a troubleshooting
and diagnostics utility. This utility will allow you to get a log
file of the PinPoint X activity which you can then send to Sierra
Wireless support or erase the current configuration completely.
Figure 1-4: Modem Doctor
Connecting to your cellular
provider
The PinPoint X uses your cellular provider as an ISP (Internet
Service Provider) to connect you to the Internet.
Steps of a connection:
When your PinPoint X is powered on, it automatically
1.
searches for cellular service using HSUPA/HSDPA.
Your PinPoint X establishes a PPP (Point to Point Protocol
2.
or "dial" up connection) link to the your cellular provider
network, also called registering on the network, and
receives an IP address.
When your PinPoint X has received its IP address from
3.
your cellular provider, a connection to the Internet or the
cellular network is also available for computers or other
devices connected directly to the PinPoint X.
Introduction to the PinPoint X
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