Sierra Wireless AirCard® USB 598

Mobile connectivity is enhanced with a fresh design and eye-catching lighted face with the stylish Sierra Wireless AirCard® USB 598. The USB 598 offers EV-DO high-speed wireless access and works with Mac and Windows notebook and desktop computers so it’s a flexible solution for everyone. Complete with Sierra Wireless AirCard® automatic software installation, a seamless, no CD installation experience, a microSD™ memory expansion slot, and a connector for an optional external antenna, this device offers ease of use and increased personal productivity. Take your office with you with the Sierra Wireless AirCard USB 598.

Overview

Key Features:

  • Smallest EV-DO USB available today
  • New streamlined design with eye-catching light branding
  • Wireless download speed up to 3.1 Mbps and upload to 1.8 Mbps
  • Familiar USB connection
  • microSD™ memory expansion slot
  • Windows 7 Mobile Broadband capable
  • Sierra Wireless AirCard automatic software installation
  • Small, durable, fixed design
  • GPS capable

Key Benefits:

  • Wireless connectivity in more places than Wi-Fi, offering greater mobility
  • Pocket size and low profile so it stays out of your way
  • High-speed access to transfer large files easily
  • Portable from desktop to notebook computers
  • Store and transfer files with a microSD card
  • Access navigation and location applications with GPS capabilities
  • Solid product reliability so users can work efficiently on the road

Specifications

Network TechnologyCDMA
Frequency BandsCDMA 800/1900 MHz, Receive 1930/1990 MHz, Transmit 1850/1910 MHz
Antenna Diversity SupportNo
Operating System SupportMac OS X, Windows 7, Windows 7 Mobile Broadband, Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, Windows 2000
Operating Temperature-20 to 55 degrees Celsius
Storage Temperature-40 to 85 degrees Celsius
ROHS CompliantNo
A-Tick ApprovedNo
FCC ApprovedYes
Microsoft WHQL ApprovedYes
Form FactorUSB
System RequirementsUSB Port,
Pentium 150 Mhz or Higher
Memory Requirements32 MB
Disk Space Requirements32 MB
Device DimensionsWith cap:
74 mm (L) x 24 mm (W) x 11 mm (H), 2.91" (L) x 0.94" (W), 0.43" (H)
Without cap:
60 mm (L) x 24 mm (W) x 11 mm (H), 2.36" (L) x 0.94" (W), 0.43" (H)
Weight with cap: 25 grams
Weight without cap: 22.6 grams
Volume with cap: 19.8 cc
Volume without cap: 15.5 cc
Package ContentsSierra Wireless AirCard USB 598 Modem with Sierra Wireless AirCard Automatic Software Installation,
Laptop Clip with 20” USB Extension Cable,
Quick Start Guide,
Carry Pouch,
Lanyard
MicroSD SlotYes
Max Uplink Speed1.8 Mbps
Max Downlink Speed3.1 Mbps
Optional External AntennaNo
GPSYes
Receive EqualizerNo

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