Mobile Network

Connection

Configure cellular settings used to connect to a mobile network.

Mobile Network Connection

Field name	Sample value	Explanation
1. Mobile Connection	Enabled/Disabled	Enables or disables the mobile data connection.
2. Metric	Value between 1 and 10	Sets default-route priority. The lowest value is the primary link.
3. Cellular Profiles	—	Create up to 10 profiles. Select them manually or use them with Health Monitor.
a. APN	eseye1	Access Point Name used to connect to a GSM carrier.
b. PIN number	Up to 8 digits, such as 12345678	SIM authentication PIN. Use only when the SIM has PIN enabled.
c. Username	username	Carrier username. Available when authentication is not none.
d. Password	password	Carrier password. Available when authentication is not none.
e. SIM	ChipSim/SIM1	Selects the SIM slot used by the profile.
f. Promote	—	Changes profile order for Health Monitor profile cycling.
Advanced Settings	Available only in the configuration file	Contact Eseye Support for advanced settings.
Service mode	2G only, 3G only, 4G only, or automatic	Network preference. Automatic selects the best available connection.
Provider	MCC and MNC of local cellular providers	Locks the link to a provider. Avoid this on roaming networks.

An invalid PIN can block the SIM card. Use a SIM without a PIN where possible. An incorrect PIN can block the SIM after several reboots or after saving the configuration.