Netgear AirCard 598U User Manual

Sierra WireleSS USB 598
WireleSS WiDe-area USB MODeM FOr eV-D O reV iSiON a Ne TWOrK S

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Eye Catching, Lighted

Graphics

The USB 598 is the first product from
Sierra Wireless to incorporate an
innovative lighted design. Plug the USB
598 into your laptop and watch the
graphics light up. Passers-by will be
sure to notice your device once it’s lit
and your ability to connect to broadband
networks wirelessly.

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Compact, Feature-Rich USB

Modem

The Sierra Wireless USB 598 modem
brings a new sleek style and the most
compact design to Sierra Wireless’s line
of USB modems. This ultra portable
solution is just 74 mm (L) x 24 mm (W)
x 11 mm (H) including the cap and is
ideal for home office or laptop computer
use. The USB 598 offers an expandable
microSD™ memory slot, laptop clip
accessory and TRU-Install™ – Sierra
Wireless’s automatic software installation
experience for both Microsoft Windows
and Mac OS X users. TRU-Durability™,
Sierra Wireless’s rugged hardware
design, has been built into USB modems
ensuring our products are quality built
and can deal with life on the road.

Next Generation EV-DO

Wireless Data

USB 598 owners will enjoy top speeds
up to 3.1 Mbps downlink and 1.8 Mbps
uplink*. In areas where Rev A networks
are not available, USB 598 is backwards
compatible to Release 0 and 1xRTT
networks.

*Subject to network conditions

With fast speeds, users will enjoy access
to a wide variety of applications:

Consumer Business Appl icat ions

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GPS Capabilities with

TRU-Locate™

The USB 598 brings the convenience
of TRU-Locate™, Sierra Wireless’s
high performance GPS for a quick
and accurate fix on your location.
Whether you are looking for the closest
restaurant or mapping out the fastest
way to your client meeting, the USB
598 will conveniently help you find the
information you need.

Email – Increased speed
to send large files

Internet/Intranet Access

Video Conferencing and
Surveillance

Real-time Media
Streaming

Online Gaming

Corporate Server Access

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(using VPN)

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Simple Installation and Use
With TRU-Install™ and
TRU-Diversity™

The USB 598 includes TRU-Install™,
Sierra Wireless’s plug-and-play software
installation experience. A CD is no longer
required so you’re up and running in
fewer steps and less time. Plus, if you
switch to a new laptop or desktop, the
USB 598 will automatically begin the
installation setup and you won’t need
to search for a setup CD. Our USB
modems also feature TRU-Diversity
Sierra Wireless’s patent-pending design
that maximizes data performance for the
fastest speed, strongest signal and most
stable connection possible.

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Sierra Wireless Reliability
And Support

Sierra Wireless has over 15 years’
experience and a solid reputation
for high-quality data products. For
customers, using a Sierra Wireless
product means lowest ownership costs
due to device reliability, integration ease
and reduced support issues.

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. NEW LIGHTED GRAPHICS
. HIGH SPEED W IRELESS WITH UP TO 3.1 Mbps DOWNLINK, AND 1.8 Mbps UPLINK
. GPS CAPABILITIES WITH TRU-LOCATE™
. SIMPLE INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE WITH TRU-INSTALL™ PLUG-AND-PLAY SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
. microSD™ MEM ORY SLOT FOR LARGE FILE TRANSFERS AND STORAGE CAPABILITIES

Sierra WireleSS USB 598
WireleSS WiDe-area USB MODeM FOr eV-D O reV iSiON a Ne TWOrK S

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Sierra Wireless USB 598
Modem for EV-DO Networks

Technical Specifications

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Technology

USB Modem (USB Port)

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QSC

6085 Chipset
CDMA 1xEV-DO (Revision A)
CDMA 1xEV-DO (Release 0)
CDMA 1xRTT
CDMA IS-95
microSD™ (up to 32 GB)
External SMK TS-9 Antenna Connector

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Bands

Cellular/PCS (800/1900 MHz)
Cellular (800 MHz), PCS (1900 MHz)
Transmit: 1850 to 1910 MHz (PCS),
824 to 849 MHz (Cellular)
Receive: 1930 to 1990 MHz (PCS),
869 to 894 MHz (Cellular)
Receive Diversity (both bands)

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Operating System Support

Windows
Mac OS X 10.4.11 or newer

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Environmental

Operating Temperature:

-20 to 55˚ Celsius
Storage Temperature:

-40 to 85˚ Celsius

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Standards/Approvals

FCC Part 15, 22, 24
CDG Stages 2, 3
IS-2000, IS-98D/E
IS-134
IS-637B, IS-683A
IS-707A
IS-835A, IS-856, IS-866
JESD22-A114-B, JESD22-C101
Microsoft WHQL
Other carrier-specific approvals

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XP SP2, Vista, 2000

Single System Requirements

USB Port
System: Pentium 150 MHz or higher
Memory: 32 MB
Disk Space: 32 MB

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Power Consumption

Voltage: 5.0 V
USB Port: 600 mA (max)

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Dimensions

With cap:
74 mm (L) x 24 mm (W) x 11 mm (H)
Without cap:
60 mm (L) x 24 mm (W) x 11 mm (H)
Weight with cap: 25 grams
Weight without cap: 22.6 grams
Volume with cap: 19.8 cc
Volume without cap: 15.5 cc

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Package Contents

Sierra Wireless USB 598 Modem with
TRU-Install
Laptop Clip with 20” USB Extension Cable
Quick Start Guide
Carry Pouch
Lanyard

CONNE CTIN G PEO PLE AND S YSTE MS TO MOB ILE B ROAD BAND
NETWO RKS AROUN D TH E WOR LD

Sierra Wireless is a recognized industry leader in developing wireless data products and

enabling software. Sierra Wireless modems and software connect people all over the

world with mobile broadband networks that keep them in touch, informed, and produc-

tive from wherever they need to be. The Company offers a diverse product portfolio ad-

dressing enterprise, consumer, original equipment manufacturer, machine-to-machine,

and specialized vertical industry markets. Sierra Wireless also provides professional

services to customers requiring expertise in wireless design, integration, and carrier

certification.

For more information, please visit our website, www.sierrawireless.com.

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Software Installation

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For More Information

North America and Asia
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Europe
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.sierrawireless.com

Sierra Wireless, the Sierra Wireless logo,
TRU-Durability, TRU-Diversity, TRU-Locate
and TRU-Install and the red wave design
are trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Watcher
is a trademark of Sierra Wireless, registered
in the European Community. Heart of the
Wireless Machine and AirCard are regis­tered trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Other
registered trademarks that appear in this
brochure are the property of the respective
owners.
© 2009 Sierra Wireless, Inc.
P/N 2150175 rev 1.0

USB 598

Notebook or Desktop Use

New Lighted Graphics

Compact EV-DO USB

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