Configure an LTE Modem

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You can configure an LTE Modem either in Belden Horizon Data Operations or in the Terminal User Interface (TUI).

Configure an LTE Modem in Belden Horizon Data Operations

To configure an LTE modem in Belden Horizon Data Operations:

After completing the basic set up for your LTE modem, go to System > Network on Belden Horizon Data Operations.
At the top of the page, you can see Host and Gateway information. The Gateway IP address comes from the modem software.
Scroll down to the Modem Configuration section of the page to view the assigned APN for your modem.
Click the Edit icon to request a new APN from your network provider.
Insert an LTE SIM card into Belden Horizon Data Operations devices to connect them to the LTE network.

Note: For more information about your LTE modem, go to System > Info and scroll to the Modem Interfaces section.

To use the TUI to connect Belden Horizon Data Operations to an LTE network:

Perform the initial setup of your modem and enter Belden Horizon Data Operations gateway information. Insert an LTE SIM card into the device to connect it to the LTE network.
Open the TUI to see information about your LTE connection below eth0 and eth1 information.
Press the F2 key to enter setup. Make sure to choose an appropriate keyboard layout if this is your first time using the TUI. The us layout is a standard English keyboard layout.
Use the Arrow keys to navigate the TUI. Select Configure LTE modems and press Enter. Select Next with the arrow keys and press Enter once again to open the next menu.
Select your LTE modem with the Arrow keys and the Enter key.
Type the APN that you would like to request from your network provider. Press Enter.

See Terminal User Interface for more information.