Dell PowerConnect W Clearpass 100 Software SMS over SMTP TechNote - Page 3

SMS over SMTP Version Introduction This technical note explains how to configuration process for sending SMS text messages to end-users via SMTP (e-mail). Sending via SMTP is a cost effective SMS solution, but requires extra input from the end user. They will need to enter both their mobile number and their carrier. The carrier is not always known, as some carriers require a separate address for pre-paid plans, or they may grandfather the format after buying another carrier. Audience This document is intended for network administrators and system integrators deploying an amigopod-based visitor management solution. Basic familiarity with the amigopod Visitor Management Appliance is assumed. For in-depth information about the features and functions of the amigopod appliance, refer to the amigopod Deployment Guide. Document Overview The first section of the document explains the configuration of the SMS Gateway itself. The next section contains an example guest self-registration that utilizes their mobile number and SMS. The last section contains some troubleshooting topics. Disclaimer The topics of network design, security architectures and visitor access are complex subjects, and no single document can hope to cover all of the possible combinations of network equipment, network design, deployment requirements, and device configurations, nor can all the possible security implications for a particular recommendation be covered. Therefore, while you read this document, it is best to consider it as a guide to developing your own understanding of the network design topics covered, and as a basis for further investigation. CONFIDENTIAL 3