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Proxy or OSDA?
Different ways of using Opensky
Opensky offers SatSurf broadband internet access either via a proxy server or via the recent introduction of a VPN* solution: OSDA*.
You can access the service completely manually (if you can set and reset proxies) or via the Opensky client which automates login, proxy setting and other settings.
The latest receiver, the Manhattan BSM 2, includes a modem (PSTN or ISDN) and the software to login to both your ISP account and your Opensky account via OSDA.
You can use any of these access methods and change between them as you prefer.
Manual Proxy Login |
Opensky Client Proxy Login |
Opensky Client OSDA Login |
BSM 2 OSDA Login |
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| Is it compatible with other platforms like Mac, Unix etc? |
as long as you have a browser and drivers for your receiver |
the Client is available for PC only |
the Client is available for PC only |
as long as you have a browser |
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connects via Ethernet |
| Do I need to install any software? |
as long as you have a browser |
the Opensky Client |
the Opensky Client |
as long as you have a browser |
| Automatic proxy setting? | |
IE5 and above only |
n/a: uses VPN not proxy |
n/a: uses VPN not proxy |
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If you can setup a network using ICS and can set proxies manually, you can share your Opensky connection on your master PC. |
The BSM2 has a built-in DHCP server |
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| Inbound mail server | Opensky proxy |
Opensky proxy |
your ISP |
your ISP |
| Outbound mail server | your ISP |
your ISP |
mail.opensky.net |
mail.opensky.net |
| Do I need a modem for my computer? |
or other connection |
or other connection |
or other connection |
PSTN modem or ISDN TA built-in |
* VPN = Virtual Private Network
* OSDA = OpenSky Direct Access
Note: a version of the Opensky Client for the BSM 2 will be available soon.
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