Packet data
The packet data settings affect all access points using a
packet data connection.
Packet data connection
—If you select
When available
and you are in a network that supports packet data, the
device registers to the packet data network. Starting an
active packet data connection (for example, to send and
receive e-mail) is quicker. If there is no packet data
coverage, the device periodically tries to register to the
packet data network. If you select
When needed
, the
device uses a packet data connection only if you start an
application or action that needs it.
Access point
—The access point name is needed to use your
device as a packet data modem to your computer.