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Mobile Data Solutions
Most businesses recognise that it’s important to give their workforce the tools they need to stay in touch when they are away from the office.
Mobiles mean business people can stay in touch with their office, customers and suppliers on the move without finding a phone box or a fixed-line phone.
Mobile data is an important part of our development and investments at o2. Our mobile data products can add real value to your life and your business.
You can work more effectively using a combination of both data and mobile technologies when you’re out and about, which gives the same professional impression as sitting at your desk in an office.
Think of the Return on Investment (ROI) when you adopt mobile data for your workforce. It’ll vary from business to business but there are plenty of opportunities. Imagine if you could benefit from:
- 1 extra customer visit per day
- Reduced costs – using a PDA instead of a laptop – a PDA probably costs 50% of a laptop
- Increased staff satisfaction that can help reduce staff turnover (recruitment typically costs 20K)
- Increased productivity
- Conforming to Legislation(Working Time Directive)
Why o2 for data?
- Two independent surveys* have selected o2 as having the best UK GPRS network
- You can get fast mobile data on GPRS networks abroad in over 60 countries
- To release the potential of your laptop whenever and wherever you are** - secure access to your emails, the Internet and your internal systems – you need an o2 Data Card
- BlackBerry enables you to send and receive emails on the move, you can also read attachments
- BlackBerry is always connected** - you can even use it to make and receive calls
- XDA II is an award-winning, lightweight, integrated PDA and GPRS mobile all in one, meaning you can make calls, surf the Internet and send/receive emails
*Ascom August 2002. Citrix November 2003.
** Subject to network coverage
Data Coverage
O2 has the best UK GPRS network
One of the most important areas to consider when you work remotely is coverage.
We’ve got extensive coverage at home and abroad for different network services (GPRS/3GWLAN) so that you can access your company systems when you work away from the office.
GPRS
Two independent surveys have recognised that our GPRS network is the best UK GPRS network* and it’s vital to know that the network you’re connecting through supports the robustness you and your business needs. It’s not just here in the UK( where we have 99% coverage), you’ll be able to get fast mobile data access on 103GPRS networks abroad in over 60 countries.
Ascom August 2002. Citrix November 2003.
3G
Our 3G coverage is initially in areas with high population density where we’re already seeing a demand for mobile data services. These include cities such as London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. We have an aggressive programme of 3G coverage deployment to other major cities and large towns. This phased approach will enable us to gauge demand and learn from customers and evolve. We are working hard to provide coverage to 80% of the population by the end of 2007.
Wireless LAN (WLAN)
O2 Wireless LAN gives you the ability to work at any one of the thousands of hotspot locations we have across the UK. With your Wireless LAN compatible laptop (or non-compatible laptop and Wireless LAN data card) and our 02 Connection Manager Software you’ll be able to access your company systems and the Internet at speeds equivalent to broadband.
For the latest list of our hotspots locations visit
Office on the move
O2’s data solutions for laptops and handheld devices.
O2 provides a comprehensive portfolio of cost effective data solutions whatever your needs. When you’re often away from the office, the following solutions can help you stay in touch.
Data Solutions for laptops
O2 Connection Manager
We’ve developed an easy to use software programme called 02 Connection Manager. This user-friendly o2 interface will enable you to manage your wireless connections, whether they are GPRS, our new WLAN services or moving forward our 3G services.
As a result it’s easy to get set-up and get connected.
O2 Data Cards
Why not use your laptop to it’s full potential? You can access your email, Internet and internal systems at fast speeds, nationally and internationally via our mobile networks using an o2 Data Card.
Wireless LAN (WLAN)
With Wireless LAN you can broadband speeds at thousands of hotspots locations across the UK.
Data solutions for handheld devices
XDAII
This award-winning, lightweight, voice-enabled PDA(Personal Digital Assistant)packs a powerful punch. It’s a personal organiser and a GPRS mobile all-in-one that also allows you to make a call, surf the web and send emails.
Blackberry
A sleek, stylish hand-held device that allows you to send and receive emails on the move and get access to all your business data. With your Blackberry from o2 you can read email attachments, use it as a mobile and access business data and applications. You can also use you Blackberry to access your Internet based email accounts. What’s more, it’s always connected, so there’s no dial-up and no waiting.
Blackberry has its own tariffs that are stand-alone.
How are you charged?
You’ll be charged by the volume of data that you send and receive. It’s measured in megabytes (MB).
For example, when you access a website you will only be charged for the actual volume of data it takes to download the page. Once it’s downloaded you can read it to yours heart’s content and you wont be charged-even if you’re still connected.
What is a megabyte?
A megabyte or an MB is the amount of data you send and receive with your device. 1MB is made up of 1024KB.
What do you get for 1MB?
- 200 PDA web pages(text only) – assuming each page is about 5KB
- 100 PDA web pages with pictures – assuming each page is about 10KB
- 30 Laptop/PC web pages – assuming each page is about 30KB
- 150-200 colour o2 Active WAP pages
All figures dependent upon the exact pages downloaded and therefore will vary.
Which data solutions suit your business?
Business Needs |
Recommended Solution |
How it works |
Business Benefits |
I spend a lot of my day away from the office and I need to access my email and my company’s database on a regular basis from my laptop. At present I can only do this when I get home or arrive at my hotel to log onto my company LAN. |
O2 Data Card – This enables fast access to your emails, the web and your company LAN. So whether you’re working in the UK or abroad on business, you’ll find you can be more productive and efficient. O2 Connection Manager – This helps you set up and manage your wireless network connections regardless of the service used. Wireless LAN (WLAN) – You can access your company systems and the Internet at broadband speeds from thousands of hotspots in the UK. |
Our data services let you access the Internet and Internet-based email. You can also use our network to access your work emails and company information (held on your existing Virtual Private Network(VPN). O2 Connection Manager will show you when o2 WLAN is available for you to access. Once connected to Wireless LAN you can be on the Internet within seconds. You’ll also be able to access work emails, company information and database when you use your existing VPN. |
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I need a highly portable compact device that is versatile, looks good and is more cost-effective for my business than investing in laptops. |
Xda II – combining high speed, full-colour, mobile data services, with a Tri-band mobile phone in one handheld device. Also incorporates a camera and a removable battery |
Always on, always ready*, the Xda II ensures you are always up-to-date. A specially designed user interface gives quick and easy access to all functions such as Internet and web email access, Windows Mobile and Bluetooth compatibility. And if your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server as standard. |
* Contact your sales people instantly by email, text messaging, Media Messaging or phone * Get immediate access to place customer orders, check stock inventory etc * Be more responsive – email customer requests and orders into the office when you’re with them off-site * Limit investment in other requirements – you need one device for all your mobile requirements |
I am frequently on the move and in meetings with customers and suppliers. I need real-time access to my email |
Blackberry – an always connected* wireless email solution providing easy and secure access to your email and data |
This handheld solution features everything needed to stay in contact, allowing users to send, receive and file messages – just as they would in Microsoft Outlook or Lotus Notes. Blackberry is easy to integrate with existing email environments and is a highly secure solution. Internet Mail with Blackberry also enables you to easily connect to Internet – based email accounts. |
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*Subject to network coverage
Data tariffs for groups
Group Shared Data Bundles*
Our Group Shared Data Bundles are available with all our Business Voice Tariffs. They can be used by all your employees on your mobile account tariff in the range. Group 5 is only available as a stand-alone Data Tariff.
You can purchase data to share between all your company mobiles. This means you can be more flexible across your business with only one monthly bill. These offer:
- Simple management – all data used by your company is on one tariff
- A range of data tariffs that can grow with your business
- The more you use, the less you pay
*Group Shared Data Bundles are available via participating service providers
Mobilise your laptop – o2 Connection Manager
We’ve developed an easy to use software programme called o2 Connection Manager to help you manage your wireless connections, whether you’re using GPRS, 3G or Wireless LAN(WLAN).
This provides quick and easy access to your email, the Internet and your company systems working with a range of devices including our o2 Data Cards.
You don’t have to be a computer wizard to use o2 Connection Manager, as it’s really easy to set up and it ensures you get the best experience with our data services, so we recommend you use this software.
O2 Connection Manager is available via CD or you can download it from our website at www.o2.co.uk/o2connectionmanager - either way it’s free of charge. If you order one of our 3G/GPRS Data Cards, you’ll automatically receive the CD.
How does it work?
Once you’ve installed the o2 Connection Manager software, it will show you clearly which networks (GPRS/3GorWLAN) are available, wherever you are*. To connect to your preferred option, simply press the connect button.
The software also allows you to search and find o2 WLAN hotspots that are throughout the UK and enables you to access your email and your Internet browser through one button on your desktop.
What do you need?
- A laptop running Windows 2000 or Windows XP, the Connection Manager will run on previous versions of Microsoft Windows, such as Windows 98 SE or Windows NT, but with reduced functionality.
For full compatibility of laptops and operating systems please see www.o2.co.uk/connectionmanager
- To use Wireless LAN you need a Wi-Fi enable laptop (such as Intel Centrino) and to be connected to o2 250 or above
- To use GPRS/3G you need an o2 Data Card or compatible handset
- Your SIM needs to be provisioned with GPRS,3G and Wireless LAN – depending on which services you want to use. Your Service Provider will do this
Why have it?
- Release the potential of your laptop
- Quick and simple to set up and get connected
- Supports a range of devices
- Easily identify the networks available to you wherever you are*
- Works identically across all our data services – Wireless LAN,GPRS and 3G
*Subject to networks coverage
Mobilise your laptop Wireless LAN
When you work away from the office, there are times when you need access your emails, download large attachments, access the web and your company LAN**. With Wireless LAN, you can access all this information at broadband speeds at thousands of UK locations called hotspots.
You’ll enjoy the same benefits as if you were in your own office whenever you’re within range of one of these locations.
We’ve developed an easy to use software programme called o2 Connection Manager to support our WLAN service and for the best experience we’d recommend you it.
How does it work?
Once you’ve activated our WLAN service and installed the o2 Connection Manager software, you’ll need to create a profile for Wireless LAN.
Follows the easy step-by-step instructions in the user guide, and then go to one of the hotspots locations (to get good coverage we’d recommend that you’re within 100 metres of the hotspot)
To get connected, it’s easy – just follow these simple instructions:
- o2 Connection Manager will show you that o2 WLAN is available
- Press connect
- We will call you on your mobile with a recorded announcement advising you that you’re just about to be connected to Wireless LAN
- Press 1 to accept and you’ll be connected to the Internet within seconds. You can also access your company emails and databases when you use your existing corporate VPN solution, just as you would with dial-up remote access.
Why have it?
- Get access to your email and company information at broadband speeds – no more waiting – download attachments in seconds
- Thousands of hotspots across the UK
- Quick and easy to get connected – as easy as in the office using our o2 Connection Manager software
*Subject to your company’s IT infrastructure and permissions
How much does it cost?
The first two months of your WLAN subscription is free of charge and thereafter the monthly subscription is £30 (ex VAT) per month for unlimited use***in addition to your monthly line rental. If you’re connected to a shared bundle tariff, you’ll be charged the o2 WLAN subscription for each mobile you activate on your account for the Wireless LAN service.
What do you need?
- A laptop, PC (or PDA) running Microsoft Windows XP 2000,NT or Microsoft Pocket PC for PDAs Your laptop also needs to be Wi-Fi enabled(you can check in your data card, such as the Nokia D11
- O2 WLAN activated on your mobile number. You need to ask your service provider to do this
- To be connected to o2 250 or above
Where can you use it?
The hotspots locations are dotted all around the UK. You can find out where they are by visiting www.o2.co.uk/wlan. Look out for the Wireless Internet Logo. We are constantly adding hotspots to ensure the service is available at the most convenient locations for you.
***Subject to our fair usage policy
Mobilise your laptop – o2 Data Cards
Our Data Cards truly mobilise your laptop
Once installed, you’ll be able to access the Internet, email and company LAN* on the move.
We’ve made it easy for you to get Internet access using our data services – you can be up and running in as little as 5 minutes.
To access your company LAN(email and intranet), you may require one of our other data services such as MMIS or Extended office. Contact your o2 Representative for much details.
GPRS or GPRS/3G?
There are two o2 Data Cards to mobilise your laptop. One will support our GPRS only coverage, the other operates on both GPRS and as it becomes available the 3G service. With 3G you’ll get faster access – you can achieve up to 7 times faster than GPRS.
How does it work?
Place your SIM card in the Data Card. Load the software and insert the Data Card into your laptop, only when you’re asked to. Now you’re ready to go.
What do you need?
A laptop running Windows 2000 or XP and connection to one of our Data tariffs.
Why have it?
- Get fast and reliable Internet access
- Simple and easy to install o2 Connection Manager Software
- Compatible with most VPN and Corporate Software
- Seamless transfer between GPRS and 3G on our dual service card
*Subject to your Corporate Security Policies
XDAII
The award – winning, lightweight, integrated PDA and GPRS mobile
Our XDAII is a PDA and mobile handset stylishly combined to give you the best of both worlds. It’s the perfect device to keep in touch for business.
Surf
Fast and reliable full colour Internet access whilst mobile – with no wires.
Make time out of work for you. Prepare for meetings while you are on the way. Review documents, listen to messages. Check appointments.
Features
- The latest Microsoft Pocket PC software
- 64k colour LCD display means the picture quality is great for viewing Microsoft PowerPoint slides
- Built-in-camera and an enhanced colour screen so you can create and send messages using pictures, sound and video
- Presentations are simple to give when you plug it straight into a projector**
- Removable battery lets you swap batteries to extend usage when you’re out and about
Functionality
- Tri-band – it’ll work in the USA and Canada as well as other countries
- Wireless connectivity to other devices using Bluetooth 1.1
Where can you use it?
You can use the XDAII anywhere we’ve got GPRS coverage – that’s 99% of the UK and nearly 100 networks in almost 60 countries around the world.
Who can have it?
To get your hands on an XDA II, all you need to do is connect to one of our business voice tariffs and/or our Data tariffs.
The XDA II uses our mobile Web service to access to access the Internet and Internet based email. If you want to access your business email and LAN you’ll need to use one of our other GPRS data services, such as Mobile Web VPN or Extended Office.
Why Have it?
- It’s a phone and Pocket PC in one
- Comprehensive range of Microsoft Pocket PC tools
- Access Internet and company – based LAN
- Send and receive email, including attachments
- Built in camera
- Take your office with you
**An accessory is required to plug the XDAII into a projector
Blackberry – Blackberry Enterprise Software
Your emails find you automatically* - no dial-up and no waiting
With Blackberry from o2 you’re never far away from the office. Using a wireless connection you’re always connected*, which means you can find out what’s going on quicker than you can say “It’s a deal”. It’s a proven solution to businesses with over 1 million active subscribers worldwide.**
Blackberry does not use our standard Data tariffs. For pricing information, please contact your o2 representative
What is it?
Blackberry is a pocket-sized wireless solution giving you easy access to your email, company Intranet and the Internet. It’s always connected*. Your emails find you automatically* - no dial up and no waiting.
- Send and receive your emails on the move
- Works with your company email address
- Read your email attachments
- Access your company’s data, Intranet and Internet – without being ties to a PC
- Open and view email attachments such as Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Corel WordPerfect, Adobe PDF and ASCII documents
- GPRS technology means that emails automatically find you – no dial-up required
- Use it as a mobile phone to make and receive calls
- Send and receive text messages
- Choice of devices with colour screens
You can send, receive, forward and reply to messages while you’re on the go.
Blackberry integrates with your business email, providing you with a wireless extension of your Microsoft Outlook and Lotus Notes. You can do this one of two ways…
- BlackBerry Enterprise Server – server software that integrates with Microsoft Exchange and Lotus Domino and provides enterprise users and IT departments with additional features including: corporate data access, wireless calendar synchronisation, Triple DES security, simplified management and centralised control
- BlackBerry Desktop Redirector – set up your business email account to work with your BlackBerry handheld. Redirector works with Microsoft Exchange email and only needs your PC to be connected to your email system for you to get your business email. No server software is needed.
*Subject to coverage
**Correct at time of going on the web September 2004
Internet Mail with Blackberry
Get your Internet email while you are on the move
Internet Mail with BlackBerry means you only have one mailbox to manage so you can see all your business and personal ISP emails at the same time.
Email messages that are sent to your Internet email address(es) will automatically pushed to your BlackBerry handheld.
- Register up to 10 existing ISP email addresses
- Choose the one you want emails to be sent from when using your BlackBerry
- Reply and create new messages using your chosen email address.
How does it work?
Internet Mail with BlackBerry requires no corporate server, no management and no maintenance.
You can integrate your BlackBerry with the following type of Internet based email addresses:
- POP3 and IMAP4 Internet Service Provider (ISP) email accounts including: AOL, MSN Hotmail, BTOpenworld, Wanadoo etc.
- Microsoft Exchange and Lotus Domino email accounts
If you don’t have a business or personal Internet email address you can use your primary one you receive when you register for the service- that way you can start sending and receiving emails straight away.
Why have it?
Allows you to control your email – all your emails in one mailbox
- Link up to Internet based email addresses – offering you flexibility
- View attachments
- Manage your business and personal address information directly through your BlackBerry handheld or World Wide Web
- Easy to set-up – no management and no maintenance
