Satellite Connect Setup connectivity groups
Satellite Connect allows you to create groups consisting of both satellite and cellular connectivity for a given site, and to switch between them automatically.
When you subscribe to Satellite Connect service, Deutsche Telekom automatically identifies and displays the list of devices you have connected. This ensures that you have visibility and control over your connected devices in a seamless way.
Within the Connectivity Management page, you will find an overview of the devices that are connected. This allows you to easily monitor and define the connectivity rules of those devices from one place.
Create a group
To enable Satellite Connect, you must define groups consisting of a router, satellite, and cellular systems that work together. This configuration ensures optimized connectivity for your devices.
An assigned router takes on the role of monitoring the quality of connectivity in real time. It intelligently manages the switch between Satellite and Cellular connections based on the priority rules you establish. This means that the system will automatically switch to the most suitable connection option, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted connectivity for your devices.
- If you have ordered multiple cellular and satellite plans for different sites, be careful to group the right terminal with the right SIM. The configuration on T IoT Hub needs to match what is installed physically in the devices: The Terminal ID is fixed for a certain satellite terminal, the SIM is physically installed in the wireless router.
Step 1. Select products
Select one Satellite product and one Cellular product.
Step 2. Add groups
Click on Add to group.
Step 3. Name and confirmation
Give a name to your group and confirm the products you selected, which are listed accordingly.
Step 4. Choose router
Choose what hardware/router you are going to use.
Step 5. Identification router
Add a IMEI - number to identify the router.
Step 6. Priority rules
Set priority rules for switching between your primary and secondary systems. It determines the prioritization when both Satellite and Cellular connections are available.
You have the freedom to customize the prioritization based on your needs, ensuring that the most suitable connection is utilized for optimal performance and cost efficiency. Typically, the primary system chosen is Cellular for cost optimization, while the secondary system is Satellite to avoid connectivity interruptions.
Step 7. Define criteria for the switch
Click on the bars to select the criteria for the switch. They represent the quality of the connectivity. If the quality is below the number you configure, the router will switch from your primary to your secondary connectivity system.
This rule will be applied to the group you just created. The information will be processed and sent to the router as a request.
After creating a group, you should be able to see them together in the list.
