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GPRS

banglalink internet ( Pre-paid GPRS)

Enjoy the power of internet now on your mobile with your pre-paid and Call & Control connection too. With banglalink GPRS you can send and receive e-mails and browse the internet or download contents through your mobile. Be always online even when you are out of home or office; stay updated with your work and the world around.

So don't wait and call our customer care now to activate GPRS in your pre-paid or call & control line. Provide the customer care agent with your handset model number and manufacturer's name (e.g. Nokia 6230, Sony Ericsson k750i, etc.) and the settings will be sent to you through SMS. Please save the settings after you receive them. On certain occasions you might need to enter PIN. The PIN can be found in the SMS.

Please note, if your handset has any previous settings of other operator then you need to make the banglalink GPRS settings as your default/preferred setting.

Please click to see our coverage list with GPRS footprint.

Go to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Services and Features:

WAP/ Internet Browsing

Handset Browsing

With GPRS you'll be able to browse the internet using your GPRS enabled handset. Most websites available in the internet can be accessed through GPRS enabled handsets.

Laptop/ Personal Computer (PC) Browsing

You will also be allowed to use the GPRS enabled handset as a modem and log in to the internet using a PC or a Laptop. Standard connectivity tools like data cable, infrared, bluetooth, as well as driver software is required for Laptop/PC browsing

PCMCIA/USB Connect Card

Standard PCMCIA or USB connect cards can be connected to PC/Laptops for browsing. Handset is not required, the SIM card needs to be inserted inside the connect card for internet browsing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

GPRS Service

Q. How can I know if my handset supports GPRS?
A. Most current handset models released within the last 2-3 years supports GPRS. You can also verify with the handset manufactures or the handset manual.

Q. What is the difference between GPRS and EDGE?
A. Technically EDGE is a slightly faster data bearer than GPRS, but both technologies provide the same services

I am using other operator's EDGE/GPRS service with my handset. Can I use banglalink GPRS with the same handset?
A. Yes, but banglalink GPRS settings needs to be set as the default setting

Q. Can I check Email using GPRS?
A. Yes, you can check any web based email account like Yahoo, Hotmail through GPRS. Other email accounts (business email, email account provided by internet provider) might also be accessed through GPRS; depending on the type of handset used.

Q. Can I only activate WAP or Web browsing service?
A. No; all the GPRS services need to be activated (WAP, WEB). However, you may use only WAP or web browsing if you so wish.

Q. What is WAP?
A. WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) is a special protocol that enables mobile phone users to access the internet in a simplified format. Most handsets have built in WAP support.

Q. My handset does not support web, but supports WAP. Can I browse the internet?
A. Yes, you can visit the simplified WAP versions of most popular web sites. If you enter the web address, you will be automatically taken to the respective web site's WAP versions.

Q. What is the charge for using GPRS?

GPRS Pay as you go/ volume charge: TK 0.020/KB (excl. VAT) for prepaid

GPRS Pay as you go/ volume charge : TK 0.015/KB ( excl. VAT) for Call & Control

Connect Card

Q. What is a GPRS/EDGE connect card?
A. It is a device where you can insert a GPRS enabled SIM card and get connected to the internet through a PC/Laptop.

Q. How do I install a connect card?
A. The Connect card needs to be connected to either PCMCIA port (Laptop) or USB port (laptop/PC). Most connect cards are bundled with appropriate driver software, which can be installed easily.

Q. Do I need a data cable for my mobile to use connect card?
A. No, actually connect card totally eliminates the need for using the handset and its accessories for using internet.

Q. Can I receive calls during using a connect card?
A. You have to remove the SIM card from your handset in order to insert it in to the connect card and hence you cannot receive calls.

Q. Why would I use a connect card when I can use internet by connecting my handset through data cable/infra-red?
A. Handset battery charge depletes very fast when it is used for GPRS browsing. Also, infra-red connectivity is unstable, and a slight movement might cause disconnection.

Q. Where can I find a connect card?
A. Connect cards are available in most computer shops situated in IDB. Also, it can be found in ETC.

GPRS settings

Internet

Web settings
Profile Name	blweb
APN	blweb
**Protocol	http

WAP Settings
Profile Name	blwap
APN	blwap
Proxy/ Gateway Address	10.10.55.34 or 010.010.055.34
Port	8799
**Protocol	http

*MMS Service is only available for banglalink postpaid customers

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