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Quick Setup Guide
Readiness
Setting up
Prerequisites
1. Location readiness
2. Thuraya IP+ readiness
3. Computer readiness
1. Obtaining a GPS fix
2. Connecting to the computer
3. Pointing to the satellite
4. Connecting to the network
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Location Readiness
Location with a clear line of sight is critical
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Be aware of the location of the satellites.
Obtain a clear line of sight with the satellite.
Avoid obstruction of any objects in front of the
Thuraya IP+ terminal or the external antenna (if
used).
Though the Thuraya IP+ is a battery operated device,
please have enough power supply & sockets or power
extension ready, just in case.
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Thuraya IP+ Readiness
Appropriately provisioned and active SIM Card is vital
1 - Charge the Thuraya IP+ battery for 3 hours.
2 - Ensure the Thuraya IP+ has the latest firmware. Check
www.thuraya.com/product_upgrades/927 for the latest release.
3 - Power adapter and cable (included in package).
4 - Ethernet cable (included in package).
5 - Appropriately provisioned and active Thuraya IP+ SIM card to be inserted
into the SIM slot of the Thuraya IP+ terminal.
6 - Be aware of the details of the Thuraya IP+ terminal and the SIM Card (you
shall need these for any troubleshooting).
IMEI number of the Thuraya IP+ terminal
Firmware version
MSISDN and serial number of the SIM card