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Thanks Jon.

I already tried the way U suggested, and it wouldn't connect.
I tried it with the GPRS Modem manager too, with no luck.
It will call out but not connect.

No worries I'll figure something out.

Jon <jon.parker@deadspam.com> wrote in message news:<MPG.171eb84e59d99d0998968d@news.cis.dfn.de>...
> In article <c09977c5.0204101112.667135ac@posting.google.com>, 
> me@dafunkyman.com blurted out for all the world to hear
> > Can any one tell me how to connect to the internet using my notebook
> > and a Merlin G201&#8482; Wireless PC Card for GSM / GPRS
> > (http://www.novatelwireless.com/pcproducts/merlinG201.html).
> 
> Insert the SIM card into the PCMCIA card, insert the PCMCIA card into your 
> laptop. The PCMCIA card will then function as a modem, and will probably 
> create another COM port on your PC.
> 
> > I've got a one-2-one SIM and a btinternet dail-up.
> 
> Make your Dial-Up Networking connections use the new COM port instead of 
> your regular modem COM port.
> 
> > How much does it cost a minute?
> 
> Depends on tariff and time of day and number dialled.
> 
> > Are there any service providers that offer GPRS connection?
> 
> Yes, all of them except one2one! And only on contract, not PAYG.
> 
> > Do I need a different SIM for GPRS?
> 
> Not as such, but you will need a different network and therefore a different 
> SIM.
> 
> > Do I need to tell one-2-one to do anything?
> 
> Not applicable.
> 
> > Do I need to know my data number?
> 
> Not unless you want to recieve data calls. You can make data calls without 
> knowing your number.
> 
> > I actually bought it for going to Oz, will I be able to use it out
> > there?
> 
> Yes. Not sure about GPRS but all the Aus networks offer Data and Fax 
> services.
> 
> > If so which Operator?
> 
> http://www.gsmworld.com/roaming/gsminfo/index.shtml is your friend.
> 
> > Did I just waist �269??
> 
> I wouldn't say so, but you might want to research future purchases a bit 
> more before parting with the hard-earned. :)