Talk2m FAQ : About the Talk2m pro plan

22 Apr 2024

Here is a list of common questions you might have about the Talk2m pro plan.

 

Question: What features are included in the Talk2m pro plan?

  • Service Level Agreement (SLA)
  • Unlimited number of Ewon devices and users
  • 5+ concurrent desktop connections (Ecatcher Windows)
  • Unlimited concurrent mobile connections (M2Web + Ecatcher Mobile)
  • 20+ GB monthly VPN traffic
  • 10+ million DataMailbox datapoints per month
  • 50+ wake‑up / alarm SMS sent through Talk2m

More information: Find out more about Talk2m pro

 

Question: How to configure a Talk2m pro account for advanced user management.

Talk2m pro offers multiple features to help you configure the right account for both your needs and your customers’ needs. Among others, it allows you to:
  • Define user groups and device pools
  • Create temporary users
  • Set advanced firewalling rules
  • Enforce strong password policies
To get started with these features, the following resources are recommended:

 

Question: How much does the Talk2m pro plan cost?

Talk2m pro offers industrial‑grade remote connectivity at a fair price. Customers often confirm that investing in reliable connectivity pays off quickly.

For pricing, contact your distributor or HMS representative: Find the information here!

 

Is there a free trial of the Talk2m pro plan?

Yes! Here’s how to activate a free 3‑month Talk2m pro trial:

  • Install the latest version of Ecatcher.
  • Log in to your Talk2m account or create a Free+ account.
  • Go to Account → Credit & Contract and click “Request Talk2m pro…”.
  • Restart Ecatcher.

You have 3 months to upgrade by purchasing a refill. If you do not upgrade, your account returns to Talk2m free.

The Talk2m pro trial is available only once per account.

 

Is the Talk2m pro plan limited in time?

No. Talk2m pro is not time‑limited.

A standard refill (TM50041 - Talk2m pro Credit) usually lasts around one year depending on your VPN and DataMailbox usage. When the credit becomes negative, simply purchase a new refill.

To stop Talk2m pro, you must request an account downgrade: How to request a downgrade

 

What kind of technical support is available for Talk2m pro users?

All Talk2m plans include the same technical support.

The added value of Talk2m pro is the Service Level Agreement (SLA), ensuring guaranteed service performance and availability.

Talk2m Terms & SLA: Find out the Talk2m Terms of Use & SLA

 

How can I upgrade from Talk2m free to Talk2m pro?

  • Open Ecatcher and log into your Talk2m account.
  • Go to Account → Credit & Contract.
  • Select “Request Talk2m pro…” and follow the steps.
  • Restart Ecatcher.

You then have 3 months to confirm the upgrade by purchasing a refill. If no refill is purchased, the account returns to Talk2m free.

When ordering the refill, use TM50041 (Talk2m pro Credit). This finalizes the Talk2m pro plan for your account.

To subscribe to Talk2m pro, contact your HMS distributor or representative: Find your distributor

 

What happens if I reach the limits of the Talk2m pro plan?

Talk2m pro allows you to exceed the included quotas.

Extra VPN traffic or DataMailbox datapoints are added to your monthly fee and deducted from your account credit at the end of the month.

 

Can I adapt Talk2m pro's features to my needs?

Yes. You can adjust the number of included concurrent connections.

The default is 5. You can change this in Ecatcher → Account → Credit & Contract.

Increasing the number of connections increases the included VPN traffic accordingly.

All unit prices and extra usage costs (VPN, DataMailbox, SMS…) are shown in the same section.

 

Is security different between Talk2m free, Talk2m light and Talk2m pro?

No. All Talk2m plans offer the same high level of security and data protection.

Talk2m light and Talk2m pro include an SLA that provides additional service guarantees.

 

Does Talk2m pro impact the performance of my devices?

No. Talk2m pro does not affect the performance of Ewon devices.

The included SLA ensures stable and reliable connectivity.

 

Where can I get more details about the Talk2m pro plan?

More information: Visit the Talk2m pro product page

Distributor information: Find your HMS representative