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Is it possible to set the APN via SMS?

Yes, but only if the device supports SMS commands.

Chandika Ambawatte avatar
Written by Chandika Ambawatte
Updated over a week ago

Environment

  • Device: cellular radio module

  • SMS

Question

  • Can I configure the APN settings remotely using SMS?

  • Is there an SMS command to set the APN?

Answer

Yes, but only if the device supports SMS commands.

Refer to the device manual for the specific SMS syntax and commands supported.

You can send SMS to the device either via the Onomondo app or the API. See how:

Cause

Some IoT devices support remote APN configuration via SMS as part of their firmware capabilities. This is not universally supported and varies by vendor and model.

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