APN Configuration

An APN configuration sets up the cellular Access Point Name for the device. For iOS 7, use the Cellular configuration, instead.

APN settings

Setting

What To Do

Name

Enter a name that identifies this configuration.

Description

Enter a description that clarifies the purpose of this configuration.

Access Point Name

Enter the name for the corresponding access point. The name is generally defined by the operator providing service.

Access Point User Name

Enter a user name authorized for this access point.*

Access Point Password

Enter the password corresponding to the user name entered.

Proxy Server and Port

Enter the IP address or URL and the port number of the APN proxy.

EnableXLAT464

Select the check box to enable the Access Point Name (APN). This option provides IPv4 services over an IPv6-only network.

Type $ to see a list of supported variables, if available, for this field.

For more information, see How to create a configuration.