[eSIM] Explanation of APN settings in Beyond SIM ~ iOS version ~

Introduction

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This time, we will explain the "APN settings" in the unlikely event that the eSIM does not work after purchasing a Beyond SIM and arriving overseas.

Please see the article below for the initial setup procedure (iOS) after purchasing Beyond SIM!

[eSIM] How to set up Beyond SIM ~ iOS version ~

*This article was created based on iOS 17.5.1 for iPhone 15. Thank you for your understanding in advance.

Global eSIM service “Beyond SIM”

What is APN?

APN is an abbreviation for "Access Point Name" and is an identifier that allows smartphones and tablets to recognize which network they are connected to, and plays a very important role in mobile communications.

Regarding APN settings, the mainstream is basically automatic (Auto-APN), so in the case of eSIM, most of the time it is completed just by scanning the QR code. Therefore, there is not much that the user needs to be particularly aware of.

However, in rare cases, it may be necessary to manually configure the APN settings depending on the version of the device used by the user and dependencies with the telecommunications carrier at the destination of the trip

Conversely, unless there are no other problems or you have no special purpose, be careful not to touch things unnecessarily and change settings without understanding Please.

General flow of work

There are two main steps to manually configure APN:

1. Check the current settings
2. Enter the correct APN value

The APN value is stated in the "QR code linkage email" sent by our company, so please check it using the sample below.

Check the current settings

First, tap ① "Settings" > "Mobile communications".

② Select the eSIM for which you want to change the APN.

Make sure the line is turned on in step ③, then tap "Mobile data network" in step 4.

Please check the currently set APN in ⑤.

At this time, depending on the version of the device used by the user, dependencies with the telecommunications carrier at the overseas destination, etc., in very rare cases, a random and unintended APN value may be automatically entered. there is.

In that case, check the APN field in ⑤, delete the unintended APN value, and enter the correct "QR code linkage email" value mentioned above.

*Conversely, unless there are no other problems or you have no special purpose, don't touch things unnecessarily, and avoid changing settings without understanding them Please be careful.

Enter correct APN value

Once again, tap ① "Settings" > "Mobile communications".

② Select the eSIM for which you want to change the APN.

Make sure the line is turned on in step ③, then tap "Mobile data network" in step 4.

Enter the correct APN in ⑤ and optionally enter your username in ⑥.

*There is no problem leaving the other fields blank.

Finally, restart your device for the settings to take effect and test the connection.

Finally

What do you think?

The setup itself is not that complicated, just check the APN in the email and enter the value on your iPhone's settings screen.

However, if you make a mistake in this setting, you will not be able to communicate with the network, so please be careful when changing the settings.

Also, even if communication is already working normally, be careful not to apologize and change the settings! !