Make sure the following items are in the box when you unpack it:
Protective case for storing the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card
and its antenna
Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card
SIM tray
Antenna
Quick Start Guide
CD-ROM The CD contains; drivers, software, documentation and a readme file.
System Requirements
This section lists the network subscriptions, hardware and software requirements
for running the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card.
Network and Subscription
The network subscription you use in conjunction with your Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card depends
on the subscriptions your network operator can provide. Contact your network
operator or service provider to make sure the options you require are available.
Make sure that data options are included in your subscription, as these are
usually optional services.
Mobile operators often provide a number of connectivity options via GPRS such
as WAP and Internet, so check that the Internet or the VPN service you require
is enabled for your subscription.
The functionality of the different subscriptions available from networks operators
are discussed below:
General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)
GPRS is a new network connection which provides "always on" mobility.
The connection set up is fast and, once connected, applications may send and
receive data whenever required. In today's GPRS networks, Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card receives
data at speeds up to 53.6 kbps and transmits at speeds up to 26.8 kbps.
A PC that has the minimum specification recommended by Microsoft to run
the version of Windows installed on it.
A 16 bit type II PC Card slot.
Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card
A SIM Card
Software
You will need:
Microsoft® Windows® 2000® or Microsoft® XP Operating
Systems.
Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card CD-ROM.
Services Available Over the Internet
The Dell web site contains support to facilitate easy communications and rapid
information retrieval, wherever you are. It gives you access to on-line customer
services, on-line user manuals, software downloads, and useful information.
The address is:
The Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card CD-ROM contains the software
required to operate your Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card.
The software is simple to set up and operate, but before you begin you will
need to make sure that the services you require are included on your SIM card
subscription. For an explanation of the services that are available see See
Network and Subscription. Contact the network operator that supplied you
with your SIM card and request that the specific services (GPRS, or SMS) you
require are added to your subscription.
The CD-ROM contains the following software:
TrueMobile GPRS Manager and drivers
User Documentation
On-line Help
ReadMe text file containing the latest information about the Dell TrueMobile
5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card
Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card Hardware
Set Up
Collect your Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card, antenna and SIM
card together.
Note:The SIM card may already be inserted in the Dell TrueMobile
5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card, if this is the case skip steps 1 and 2 below.
Pull the SIM tray open and place the SIM card into it, push the tray back
into the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card. Make sure the tray is
closed properly before proceeding.
The cut corner of the SIM card must be placed into the SIM tray as demonstrated
below, the SIM contacts should face upwards.
Connect the antenna to the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card.
Note: If the antenna is obstructing your use of the keyboard you
can turn it to a horizontal position and still connect to the network.
Note: If you want to use your other PCMCIA port you can remove the
antenna while you insert the other card. Any active connections will be terminated
when the antenna is removed.
Note: When Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card isn't in use
it is recommended that you store it in the protective carrier box provided.
The unit, especially the antenna could be damaged if it remains in PC.
Installing the Software
Note: Make sure your Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card is
not inserted.
Note:If the device was purchased with a new Dell system then
the software will already be installed. If you have verified that it is installed,
jump to step 4 below.
Note:An Administrator account is required to install the
software on your system.
Insert the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card CD-ROM in your CD
drive.
After a few seconds a Dell splash screen is displayed.
If the CD-ROM does not autorun, select Start Run and type D:\Setup.exe into the Run
dialog . (Where D is your CD drive.)
The InstallShield Wizard for TrueMobile GPRS Manager opens; follow the
instructions on screen. When installation is complete click Finish.
Insert the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card into the portable
PCs PC card slot. Make sure the Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card
is fully inserted. A beep signals that your computer has recognised it.
Your portable PC acknowledges that new hardware has been inserted and installs
the necessary driver. This process will take a few seconds.
Select ProgramsDell
TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC CardTrueMobile GPRS Manager
to start using your Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card.
Dell TrueMobile 5100 Tri-band GPRS PC Card and the TrueMobile GPRS Manager
are ready for use.
Run and type D:\Setup.exe into the Run
dialog . (Where D is your CD drive.)
