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The SIM number is critical, and ''can'' be difficult to obtain. | The SIM number is critical, and ''can'' be difficult to obtain. | ||
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For example: In some cases, SIM cards do NOT have the entire SIM number printed on the front. | For example: In some cases, SIM cards do NOT have the entire SIM number printed on the front. | ||
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'''Important Facts:''' | '''Important Facts:''' | ||
| − | ALL SIM Numbers start with 89. If the number on the front of the SIM does not start with 89, it is NOT the entire SIM number. | + | *ALL SIM Numbers start with 89. If the number on the front of the SIM does not start with 89, it is NOT the entire SIM number. |
| − | + | *SIM numbers can range in length up to 20 digits. | |
| − | SIM numbers can range in length up to 20 digits. | + | |
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'''Recommended Actions:''' | '''Recommended Actions:''' | ||
| − | ALWAYS record the entire SIM number with the account documentation | + | *ALWAYS record the entire SIM number with the account documentation |
| − | + | *Guarantee accuracy by using DLS V to automatically read the SIM number. Use a PC-Link connection to upload the SIM number while on-site. | |
| − | Guarantee accuracy by using DLS | + | |
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See this article regarding the standard composition of SIM numbers | See this article regarding the standard composition of SIM numbers | ||
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| + | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subscriber_Identity_Module SIM Numbers - Wikipedia] | ||
Latest revision as of 01:54, 2 September 2015
The SMS connection type relies on the SIM number as the unique account identifier. In order to successfully execute an SMS connection job, the SIM number must be a perfect match.
The SIM number is critical, and can be difficult to obtain.
For example: In some cases, SIM cards do NOT have the entire SIM number printed on the front.
Important Facts:
- ALL SIM Numbers start with 89. If the number on the front of the SIM does not start with 89, it is NOT the entire SIM number.
- SIM numbers can range in length up to 20 digits.
Recommended Actions:
- ALWAYS record the entire SIM number with the account documentation
- Guarantee accuracy by using DLS V to automatically read the SIM number. Use a PC-Link connection to upload the SIM number while on-site.
For more information:
See this article regarding the standard composition of SIM numbers
