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.

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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

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Specifications

Network Technology	CDMA
Frequency Bands	CDMA 800/1900 MHz Receive 1930/1990 MHz Transmit 1850/1910 MHz
Antenna Diversity Support	No
Operating System Support	Mac OS X Windows 7 SP1 Windows 7 Mobile Broadband Windows XP SP2 Windows Vista Windows 2000 SP4
Operating Temperature	-20 to 55 degrees Celsius
Storage Temperature	-40 to 85 degrees Celsius
Approvals Compliance	FCC Microsoft WHQL
Form Factor	USB
System Requirements	USB Port, Pentium 150 Mhz or Higher
Memory Requirements	32 MB
Disk Space Requirements	32 MB
Device Dimensions	With 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 Contents	Sierra 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
Max Uplink Speed	1.8 Mbps
Max Downlink Speed	3.1 Mbps
Optional External Antenna	No
Additional Features	MicroSD Slot GPS
Receive Equalizer	No

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