What are the Iridium data connection speeds?
The maximum Iridium connect speeds are 2.4 kbps when you dial in to your Internet provider’s phone number and up to 9.6 kbps when you connect using Iridium Direct Internet software (instructions on how to do both are included with the software that comes with the kit. • Where can Iridium World Data Services be used? Iridium is the only truly global and truly mobile Data Service. Data calls can be made from anywhere the Iridium phone can be used. • Will I need to buy the full Iridium data kit? Not always. Many of the Iridium specialty products (ComCenter, ComCenter with Tracking, Docking Station) have an integrated data port. This means that you would only need a serial cable and the data CD or Direct Internet 2.0 software for installation on your laptop or PC. • What operating systems will the Iridium data CD work on? The Iridium data CD will work on Windows 2000 and XP. Vista is not supported by the Direct Internet software but by using Iridium’s PPP settings, a manual connection can
