What is an APN?
An Access Point Name (APN) is a gateway between a GSM, GPRS, 4G, or 5G mobile network and another network
The iONLINE APN enterprise solution is unique in that it is isolated and secure, integrated with private IP deployment.
Any mobile device making a data connection must be configured with an APN (Access Point Name) to present to the carrier. When the carrier receives the connection request it examines the identity of both the SIM and the APN name to determine what type of network connection should be established.
At iONLINE, we utilise APN technology as one of the many network stack layers to create fully secure private mobile connected networks.
We integrate additional technologies into our network to provide you with advanced connected networks that are fully managed and redundant across multiple network providers and geographical locations. Easy to manage, even easier to use.
You're using an APN right now
If you are using a mobile device for internet access, your device is connecting with an APN and you may not even know it. The power of an iONLINE APN lies in the technology we have integrated into it, which gives you a fully secure, fully managed private mobile network.
An APN tells the service provider which IP addresses to assign to a device, which security methods to use, and whether to connect it to a public or private network. iONLINE uses infrastructure and technology to give APNs greater security, redundancy and manageability.
The role of an APN
Configurability of APNs
APNs give a high level of configurability, but iONLINE's Connected Networks solution is even more advanced.
iONLINE offers advanced firewall rules, allowing you to limit where your data can be used in several ways. Our solutions allow you to configure settings such as IP address ranges, static or dynamic addressing and authentication techniques on your private connected network, all delivered over multiple options.
Our connected network platform also allows you to limit where your data can be used by locking specific connections down to a service, server, network, signature or connection endpoint.
Cutting costs with an APN
Private APNs are the best way for your business to use mobile data in a cost-effective way.
Without an APN a business has to buy multiple data contracts from providers, creating what is known as data spillage – when data you have paid for goes unused.
iONLINE's solution saves organisations as much as 80% of their data costs thanks to the features we have included in our connected networks solution. Ask us how.
An overview of our APN solutions
APN services generally enable a single MNO
iONLINE’s solution gives you national and global coverage on multiple networks, with coverage options on multiple MNOs, ensuring you always have the best connection and speed no matter your location.
Security of APNs
One of the biggest advantages of an APN is the security that comes with it. Our solution utilises this security and merges it into an even more highly secure and private mobile network.
All the infrastructure needed for an APN
With iONLINE’s solution you do not need to put more infrastructure into your network to reap the rewards. All of the required infrastructure is built in and managed by us.
Different types of APNs
There are two main types of APNs available: public APNs and private/corporate APNs. These two APNs are vastly different. We provide private/corporate APN services.
Manageability of APNs
Managing an APN from a single provider takes time and effort. iONLINE gives you incredible tools and features to manage not only the APN but the entire private mobile network – the data, users and SIMs – giving you more control than a traditional APN solution.
iONLINE’s solution allows you to manage all your SIMs and data usage from a single location. Thanks to our data management tools and services you will see further cost savings, while our company usage and security policy implementation will allow you to limit your users from using websites or services that are not work related.
There is no limit to the number of SIMs you can add, making our product offering completely scalable as your business grows. Our management platform enables you to manage your entire multi-network SIM environment from one simple-to-use and intuitive portal, providing you with exactly what every connection, SIM, user, and group or cost centre is doing on your network.
iONLINE’s management platform allows for data allocation, setting data limits, notifications, suspensions, and full reporting right up to SIM level.
Not all wireless IoT networks are created equal
iONLINE's Connected Networks solution gives you access to your own private wireless network built on top of existing wireless carriers. What's more, with access to multiple carriers both locally and internationally, you're able to expand your network globally.
Multiple carriers converged
Multiple mobile operators in a single country at a single price
iONLINE's solution gives you access to multiple mobile operators and their existing wireless infrastructure, allowing you to choose the best network for every location and deployment at a single price - no matter the network you use.
Advanced security & privacy
Every connection into your network is fully secure and private
We build networks on top of existing mobile operator infrastructure, creating a fully secure and affordable private connection from the endpoint directly into the secure network. This bridges your private mobile network with your organisation's existing infrastructure, creating a fully managed and secure network solution with firewalling and other advanced features.
Additional features
Device tracking
&
locking
Track and lock SIM connections to specific devices so that connections cannot be established unless the device is authorised to utilise the SIM for connectivity.
SIM location tracking
Location-based services built into your IoT data manager allow you to track your connection’s current and previous locations.
Manage multiple
connections
Group and manage multiple connections simultaneously and enjoy greater high level control while also saving time.
Fast, secure &
affordable
iONLINE's connected network solutions have helped companies save up to 80% of their costs while still having fast and secure connectivity.
Advanced data management
Every connection tracked and managed
iONLINE’s connected network solution gives you full control of all your mobile data connections and their usage in an easy-to-use management portal with an array of advanced features.
Global network coverage
With local rates and in-country breakout
iONLINE’s all-in-one global solution allows you to expand your secure private network into multiple countries across the world, allowing you to connect to your business securely over existing redundant mobile networks, all at local rates.
Enterprise wireless connectivity
Access to enterprise high speed and LPWA wireless networks
iONLINE's connected network solution gives access to licenced LPWA wireless networks such as NB-IoT, Cat-M1 and high-speed enterprise wireless connectivity like 5G, LTE, 4G and 3G, allowing you to choose the correct connectivity type for your organisation's requirements.
