Data
‘Direct Dial Up’ access to Internet
With Thuraya’s ‘Direct Dial Up’ access to the Internet in its dual mode handset, Thuraya subscribers can browse the Internet anytime and anywhere in the coverage area.The ‘Direct Dial Up’ access to the Internet is offered to Thuraya subscribers with no additional Internet subscription.
The service does not require ‘logging-on’, nor does it ask for a user name and password. However, Thuraya post-paid subscribers need prior activation of the data service in order to connect to the Internet.
Thuraya’s subscriber’s can place Internet calls by connecting the phone to a PC or laptop using a Thuraya data cable. All standard Internet services such as web browsing and email services are possible using this facility. Features such as multi-link PPP are also possible using multiple Thuraya Terminals, which significantly boost data performance.
The service is available for both post-paid and prepaid as well as for GSM subscribers roaming onto Thuraya’s network.
To access the Internet you need…
- In the case of postpaid subscriptions-Data service activation is needed.
- PC or Laptop.
- Thuraya Data Cable (to connect the laptop to the UT directly) or serial cable (to be used with Fixed Docking Unit- FDU).
How to access the Internet…
- Thuraya subscribers and the GSM roamers, who have Data Service, can dial the short number 1722 through their laptops or PCs.
- Users should define a normal dial up connection in their laptops and configure it to dial 1722.
Modem Configuration And Dial-up Networking Guide
Subscriber benefits
- Easy access to the Internet from any remote area under Thuraya coverage.
- No prior subscription to Internet Service required.
- No international calls to access the home Internet Provider.