Frequently Asked Questions - Web Paging
    1. What is web paging?
    2. What is a word messaging pager?
    3. How do I enable web paging?
    4. What is a "PIN"?
    5. I have a PIN, but it doesn't work when I page through the web.
    6. Should I include a dash or other symbols when entering the PIN?
    7. Should I include a "0" before the PIN like 0123456?
    8. Where can I find or view the User Guides for pagers?

What is web paging?
Callers with access to the Internet can go to the Arch website at www.Arch.com and send you a page by entering your 7 digit PIN or your 10 digit pager or access number and typing in a word message or numeric call back number.

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What is a word messaging pager?
A word messaging pager, also known as an alphanumeric or text pager, is a pager that receives and displays messages containing text and numbers. More about Word Message Pagers.

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How do I enable web paging?
The majority of Arch subscribers are already enabled to receive pages sent through www.arch.com. To check to see if you are able to receive pages via the web, go to the Send a Page section of this web site at www.arch.com/message and send a message to your pager. If you do not receive the message, send a quick e-mail to us explaining the problem. Be sure to provide your account information, including name, pager number, and account number. We will set you up to receive web paging and respond as soon as possible. In some cases, you may need to modify your service to receive web paging. If that is the case, we will respond with the necessary information to upgrade your service.

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What is a "PIN"?
A PIN is the Pager Identification Number. The same number that you give to the operator when you call the 800/888 Number and talk to our message dispatch operator.

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I have a PIN, but it doesn't work when I page through the web.
If you are having problems sending or receiving web pages, please send an e-mail to us. Be sure to provide your account information, including name, pager number, and account number, and a detailed description of the problem you are encountering. We will address the problem and respond as soon as possible.

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Should I include a dash or other symbols when entering the PIN?
Unlike writing a telephone number on paper, a pager's PIN does not require dashes, parenthesis, dots, spaces or anything other than numerals.

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Should I include a "0" before the PIN like 0123456?
If your PIN has a leading zero, do not place it in the PIN field. (Ex: 0123456 will be 123456) Unlike writing a telephone number on paper, pager's PIN does not require dashes, parenthesis, dots, spaces or anything other than numerals. Please enter numerals only without leading zeroes.

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Where can I find or view the User Guides for pagers?
The Customer Service section of this web site has a selection of User Guides for many of our featured products.

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