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How to set the APN on a cellular radio module?

Use the AT+CGDCONT command or type the APN directly into your device's software interface.

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Written by Jakub Kubinski
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Environment

  • Device: cellular radio module

Question

  • How to set the APN?

  • How to set the APN on a cellular radio module?

Answer

  1. Boot up your device.

  2. Issue the following AT command: 

    AT+CGDCONT=1,"IP","onomondo"

  3. Test connectivity.

Workaround

If your radio module comes with dedicated software interface:

  1. Connect your device to a computer.

  2. Boot up your device.

  3. Launch the dedicated software.

  4. Look for APN settings.

  5. Type in: onomondo (all lower-case).

  6. Check for data connection.

Username, password and other settings can be left blank or set to default. APN name is the only setting required by Onomondo to access the network.

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