Sierra Wireless U305 USB Modem User Manual 305 USB User Guide

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PrefaceRev 1.0 May.09 3Important Notice Duetothenatureofwirelesscommunications,transmissionandreceptionofdatacanneverbeguaranteed.Datamaybedelayed,corrupted(i.e.,haveerrors)orbetotallylost.AlthoughsignificantdelaysorlossesofdataarerarewhenwirelessdevicessuchastheSierraWirelessmodemareusedinanormalmannerwithawell‐constructednetwork,theSierraWirelessmodemshouldnotbeusedinsituationswherefailuretotransmitorreceivedatacouldresultindamageofanykindtotheuseroranyotherparty,includingbutnotlimitedtopersonalinjury,death,orlossofproperty.SierraWirelessacceptsnoresponsibilityfordamagesofanykindresultingfromdelaysorerrorsindatatransmittedorreceivedusingtheSierraWirelessmodem,orforfailureoftheSierraWirelessmodemtotransmitorreceivesuchdata.Safety and Hazards DonotoperatetheSierraWirelessmodeminareaswhereblastingisinprogress,whereexplosiveatmospheresmaybepresent,nearmedicalequipment,nearlifesupportequipment,oranyequipmentwhichmaybesusceptibletoanyformofradiointerference.Insuchareas,theSierraWirelessmodemMUSTBEPOWEREDOFF.TheSierraWirelessmodemcantransmitsignalsthatcouldinterferewiththisequipment.DonotoperatetheSierraWirelessmodeminanyaircraft,whethertheaircraftisonthegroundorinflight.Inaircraft,theSierraWirelessmodemMUSTBEPOWEREDOFF.Whenoperating,theSierraWirelessmodemcantransmitsignalsthatcouldinterferewithvariousonboardsystems.Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless modems may be used at this time.ThedriveroroperatorofanyvehicleshouldnotoperatetheSierraWirelessmodemwhileincontrolofavehicle.Doingsowilldetractfromthedriveroroperatorʹscontrolandoperationofthatvehicle.Insomestatesandprovinces,operatingsuchcommunicationsdeviceswhileincontrolofavehicleisanoffence.Limitation of LiabilityTheinformationinthismanualissubjecttochangewithoutnoticeanddoesnotrepresentacommitmentonthepartofSierraWireless.SIERRAWIRELESSANDITSAFFILIATESSPECIFICALLYDISCLAIMLIABILITYFORANYANDALLDIRECT,INDIRECT,SPECIAL,GENERAL,INCIDENTAL,CONSEQUENTIAL,PUNITIVEOREXEMPLARYDAMAGESINCLUDING,BUTNOTLIMITEDTO,LOSSOFPROFITSOR
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide42131219REVENUEORANTICIPATEDPROFITSORREVENUEARISINGOUTOFTHEUSEORINABILITYTOUSEANYSIERRAWIRELESSPRODUCT,EVENIFSIERRAWIRELESSAND/ORITSAFFILIATESHASBEENADVISEDOFTHEPOSSIBILITYOFSUCHDAMAGESORTHEYAREFORESEEABLEORFORCLAIMSBYANYTHIRDPARTY.Notwithstandingtheforegoing,innoeventshallSierraWirelessand/oritsaffiliatesaggregateliabilityarisingunderorinconnectionwiththeSierraWirelessproduct,regardlessofthenumberofevents,occurrences,orclaimsgivingrisetoliability,beinexcessofthepricepaidbythepurchaserfortheSierraWirelessproduct.Patents PortionsofthisproductmaybecoveredbysomeorallofthefollowingUSpatents:5,515,013 5,629,960 5,845,216 5,847,553 5,878,2345,890,057 5,929,815 6,169,884 6,191,741 6,199,1686,339,405 6,359,591 6,400,336 6,516,204 6,561,8516,643,501 6,653,979 6,697,030 6,785,830 6,845,2496,847,830 6,876,697 6,879,585 6,886,049 6,968,1716,985,757 7,023,878 7,053,843 7,106,569 7,145,2677,200,512 7,295,171 7,287,162 D442,170 D459,303D599,256 D560,911andotherpatentspending.ManufacturedorsoldbySierraWirelessoritslicenseesunderoneormorepatentslicensedfromInterDigitalGroup.Copyright ©2009SierraWireless.Allrightsreserved.Trademarks “HeartoftheWirelessMachine®”isaregisteredtrademarkofSierraWireless.SierraWireless,theSierraWirelesslogo,theredwavedesign,thered‐tippedantenna,andTRU‐InstallaretrademarksofSierraWireless.Windows®isaregisteredtrademarkofMicrosoftCorporation.Macintosh®isatrademarkofAppleInc.,registeredintheU.S.andothercountries.Othertrademarksarethepropertyoftherespectiveowners.
PrefaceRev 1.0 May.09 5Contact InformationConsultourwebsiteforup‐to‐dateproductdescriptions,documentation,applicationnotes,firmwareupgrades,trouble‐shootingtips,andpressreleases:www.sierrawireless.comRevision HistorySales Desk: Phone: 1-604-232-1488Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific TimeE-mail: sales@sierrawireless.comPost: Sierra Wireless13811 Wireless WayRichmond, BCCanada V6V 3A4Fax: 1-604-231-1109Web: www.sierrawireless.comRevision number Release date Changes1.0 May 2009 New document
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Rev 1.0 May.09 7ContentsIntroducing the USB 305 Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Operating systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Memory stick capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Services supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Your account and coverage area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11USB 305 modem software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Frequency bands supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Overview of installation steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Insert the SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Insert the 305 USB modem directly into the USB slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Connect to the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Using your USB 305 Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Removing a SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Using the microSD memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Removing the microSD memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Using the extension cable and notebook computer clip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Connection management software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide8213xxxxCare and Maintenance of Your USB Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23FAQ and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Radio frequency and electrical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Environmental specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Regulatory and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Safety and hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Regulatory information for North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Rev 1.0 May.09 911: Introducing the USB 305 Modem• Memory stick capability• Services supported• Your account and coverage area• USB 305 modem software• Frequency bands supported TheUSB305(3G)wirelessmodemenablesyoutoconnecttotheInternet,sendandreceiveemail,connecttoacorporatenetworkorvirtualprivatenetwork(VPN),orviewstreamingvideo,withouttheneedforacable.ThemodemfitsintoTypeAUSBports.Themodemhasabuilt‐inantenna.Operating systemsYoucanuseyourUSB305modemonthefollowingoperatingsystems:•WindowsVista•WindowXP•MacOS10.6orlaterOnWindowsoperatingsystems,theUSB305modemisTRU‐Installenabled.Alltherequiredsoftwareisonthemodem.Whenyousetupyourmodem,thesoftwareisinstalledonyourcomputer.YoudonotneedaninstallationCD.OnMacOSsystems,theUSB305usesnativeMacsupport.Noinstallationisrequired.Power LEDData LEDmicroSD card slotUSB connectorand SIM card slot
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide10 2131219AccessoriesDependingonyourserviceprovider,yourUSB305modemmaycomewithsomeorallofthefollowingaccessories:•USBextensioncableandscreenclip•Carryingcase•Externalantenna•microSDmemorycardMemory stick capability YourUSB305modemisbuilttoaccommodateamicroSDexternalmemorycard.Dependingonyourserviceprovider,amicroSDcardmaybeincludedinyourpackage,oryoumayneedtopurchaseitseparately.Services supportedYourUSB305modemsupportsthelatest3Ghigh‐speednetworksandisalsocompatiblewith2Gnetworks.Examplesof3Gtechnologyare:HSDPA,HSUPA,HSPA,andUMTS.GPRSandEDGEare2Gtechnologies.Maximumtheoreticaldataspeeds1are:•HighSpeedDownloadPacketAccess(HSDPA)—upto7.2 Megabitspersecond(Mbps)•HighSpeedUploadPacketAccess(HSUPA)—upto2.0 Mbps•ConcurrentHSDPA/HSUPA(HSPA)—upto3.6Mbpsdownloadandupto1.5Mbpsupload•UniversalMobileTelecommunicationsSystem(UMTS)—384 kilobitspersecond(kbps)•EnhancedDataratesforGSMEvolution(EDGE)—236 kbps•GeneralPacketRadioService(GPRS)—56 kbps1. Actualspeeddependsontheservicesofferedbyyourserviceprovider.Contactyourserviceproviderandvisitwww.sierrawireless.comfordetails.
Introducing the USB 305 ModemRev 1.0 May.09 11Whenestablishingaconnection,yourUSB305modemusesthefastestavailableservice.If,forexample,youareusingaUSB305modeminanareathathasEDGEservicebutnotUMTSorHSDPA/HSUPAservice,themodemconnectsusingEDGEservice.Oncetheconnectionisestablished,youhaveaccesstoallInternetservices.Your account and coverage areaNote: If you purchased the USB 305 modem from a GSM service provider, you may already have an account and a SIM card. Otherwise, your retailer should be able to give you the names of companies that provide these.YoumusthaveanaccountwithaGSMserviceprovidertousetheUSB305modem.Tousethemodem’s3Gcapability,youraccountmustbewithaserviceproviderthatoffersHSDPA/HSUPAorUMTSservice.(TheUSB305modemisbackwardscompatiblewith2Gservice.)Whenyouobtainyouraccount,youaregivenaSubscriberIdentityModule(SIM)cardcontainingaccountinformation.TheSIMcardmustbeinsertedwheneveryouuseyourUSB305modem.Yourabilitytoobtainservicedependsonthesefactors:Note: The fee for service is usually higher when you are roaming (connected to a network other than the one belonging to your service provider).•Networkcoverage—Youmustbewithinthenetworkcoveragearea.•Serviceprovider—Ifyouarewithinthecoverageareaofanetworkthatisnotoperatedbyyourownserviceprovider,youcanobtainserviceonlyifthereisaroamingagreementbetweenyourserviceproviderandthenetworkoperator.•Accountprovisions—Youraccountmayrestrictyourusagetocertainnetworksorlimittheamountoftimeyoucanusethenetwork.•Frequencyband—YoucannotconnecttonetworksoperatinginbandsnotsupportedbyyourUSB305modem,regardlessofroamingagreementsoraccountprovisions.Mostserviceprovidershavecoveragemapsontheirwebsites.USB 305 modem softwareTheconnectionmanagersoftwarethatcomeswithyourUSB305modemdependsonyourserviceprovider.Contactyourserviceproviderformoreinformation.
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide12 2131219Frequency bands supportedFrequencybandssupportedbytheUSB305modem:Technology Bands Location2G 850 MHz (cellular band) North America900 MHz (EGSM band) Europe1800 MHz (DCS band) Europe and Asia1900 MHz (PCS band) North America3G WCDMA 850 (band V) North America and AustraliaWCDMA 1900 (band II) North AmericaWCDMA 2100 (band I) Europe, Asia, and Australia
Rev 1.0 May.09 1322: Getting StartedFollowtheinstructionsinthischaptertosetupandstartusingyourUSB305modem.TouseyourUSB305modem,you’llneed:Note: Keep a written record in a secure place of the account information that your service provider gives you.•Anaccountwithaserviceprovider•ASIMcard(suppliedbytheserviceprovider)•Aprofile,whichmaybe:·Alreadystoredonyourmodemwhenyoupurchaseit·Setupautomatically·Selectedfromadrop‐downlist·CreatedmanuallyOverview of installation steps1. Checkthesystemrequirements.2. InserttheSIMcard.3. InserttheUSBmodemintoyourcomputer’sUSBport.(Thenecessarysoftwareisinstalledandeithertheprofileissetupautomaticallyortheconnectionmanagersoftwarepromptsyoutocreateaprofile.)System requirementsTheUSB305modemissupportedon:•WindowsVista®•WindowsXP(HomeandProfessionalversions)•Macintosh®OSX10.6orlaterNote: If you are running Mac OS X, please refer to the Quick Start Guide for Mac OS X found at www.sierrawireless.com/mac.ToinstalltheUSB305modem,yourequirethefollowing:USB port 1 USB Type A slot (USB 1.1 or 2.0)I/O resources 1 IRQ, 40 bytes I/O spaceMemory 32 MB
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide14 2131219Insert the SIM cardNote: Be sure to insert the SIM card before you insert the modem into the computer’s USB slot.Note: To prevent the SIM card from becoming jammed in its slot, ensure the edge of the card is smooth before inserting it. Do not attach labels to your SIM card as this may also cause it to jam.ToinserttheSIMcard:1. IfyourSIMcardisattachedtoalargercard,detachtheSIMcardandremoveanyfragmentsstucktoit.2. OpentheflaponthesideofyourUSB305modem.3. Pulloutthetrayontherightside,asshownintheillus‐tration.4. PlacetheSIMcardinthetray,withtheSIMcardnotchintheouterright‐handcorner.5. SlidetheSIMtraybackintothemodem.Ifthetraycomesallthewayout,donotdiscardit.PlacetheSIMcardintothetrayandinserttheentireSIMcard‐trayassemblyintothemodem.Note: The SIM card must be in the tray. Do not insert the SIM card into the modem without the tray.
Getting StartedRev 1.0 May.09 15Insert the 305 USB modem directly into the USB slot1. FlipopentheUSBconnector.2. Toachieveoptimalperformance,adjusttheangleoftheUSBconnectorsoyoucaninsertthemodemintothecomputerinanuprightposition,asshowninthestep3illustration.3. GentlyinsertthemodemintotheUSBslot.Youcaninsertthemodemdirectlyintothecomputer,asshownintheillustrationoryoucanplacethemodeminthelaptopclipandusetheUSBextensioncabletoconnectittothecomputer.(See“Using the extension cable and notebook computer clip”onpage 20.)Note: Do not forcefully insert the USB 305 modem as you may damage connector pins.Note: Do not insert the USB 305 modem or the USB extension cable into a USB hub or, if your keyboard is separate from your notebook computer, a USB slot on your keyboard.4. Theinstallationprocessstartsautomaticallywhenyouinsertthemodem.180°180°
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide16 2131219Note: Users of Windows Vista must be logged in with adminis-trative privileges. Users of Windows XP may require admin-istrative privileges.Ifitdoesnot:a. Double‐clickMy Computer(WindowsXP)orComputer(WindowsVista)onyourdesktop.b. ClicktheTRU-Installdrive(usuallyE:orF:drive).c. UndertheTRU‐Installdrive,gotoWin/ATTanddouble‐clicktheSetup.exe file.5. Followtheon‐screeninstructions.6. Restartthecomputerwhenpromptedtodoso.Connect to the networkTouseyouraccount(andconnecttoyourserviceprovider’snetwork),youneedtohaveatleastoneprofilesetuponyourmodem.Dependingonhowyourmodemisconfigured,theprofilemayalreadybesetuporyoumayneedtocreateone.Contactyourserviceproviderformoreinformation.Oncethesoftwareissuccessfullyinstalledandtheprofileissetup,theUSB305modemisreadytouse.
Rev 1.0 May.09 1733: Using your USB 305 Modem• Removing a SIM card• Using the microSD memory card• Using the extension cable and notebook computer clipYourHSPAUSB305modemhasaUSBconnectorandslotsforaSIMcardandamicroSDexternalstoragecard.LEDsonthefrontofthemodemprovidestatusinformation.LEDsTheUSB305modemhastwoLEDsthatshowthecurrentstatusofthemodem.Power LEDData LED
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide18 2131219Removing a SIM cardChapter 2providesinstructionsforinsertingtheSIM.ToremovetheSIMcardfromtheUSB305modem:1. OpentheflaponthesideofthemodemandslideouttheSIMtray.LED State IndicatesPower Off Indicates one of the following states:•The modem is not inserted in the computer.•The computer is off or in “suspend and resume” mode.•The modem radio has been turned off using the connection management software.Solid Blue The power is on, the modem is working normally.Blinking Blue The firmware is updating. Do not remove the modem from the computer.Blinking Amber The modem is searching for service (initializing).Solid Amber Modem error—either the modem is having a problem initializing (searching for service) or is offline because of a failure. Contact your service provider.Data Off The modem is unable to detect 2G or 3G service.Blinking Amber The modem has detected a 2G network (EDGE, GPRS, GSM) and is ready to connect.Solid Amber The modem is connected to a 2G network and is able to send and receive data.Blinking Blue The modem has detected a 3G network (UMTS, HSPA) and is ready to connect. Solid Blue The modem is connected to a 3G network and can send and receive data.
Using your USB 305 ModemRev 1.0 May.09 192. RemovetheSIMcard.Note: If the tray comes all the way out, do not discard it. Carefully insert the empty tray back into the modem.Using the microSD memory cardTheUSB305modemisbuilttoaccommodateamicroSDexternalstoragecard.Touseamemorycard:1. Ifthemodemisinsertedintothecomputer’sUSBslot,removeitbeforeinsertingthemicroSDcard.2. Opentheflaponthesideofthemodem.3. Pushthememorycardintoslotontheleft,asshownintheillustration.4. InserttheUSB305modemintothecomputer’sUSBslot.ThememorycardappearsasaUSBmemorydrive.Youcancopy,paste,anddragfilestoandfromitthesamewayasyoucanwithanyotherexternaldrive.microSD cardmicroSD card slot
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide20 2131219Removing the microSD memory cardTip: To help conserve the computer’s battery life, remove the memory card when you are not using it.Toremovethememorycard:1. OpentheflaponthesideoftheUSBmodem.2. PushthemicroSDcardinandthenreleaseit.3. GentlypullthemicroSDcardout.Using the extension cable and notebook computer clipYourUSB305modemcomeswithanextensioncableandclip.TheclipfitsonthetopofyournotebookcomputerandholdsyourUSBmodem.Note: To meet FCC (regulatory) requirements, use only the supplied extension cable and notebook computer clip; other cables and notebook computer clips should not be used.
Using your USB 305 ModemRev 1.0 May.09 21Note: Do not insert the USB 305 modem or the USB extension cable into a USB hub or, if your keyboard is separate from your notebook computer, a USB slot on your keyboard.Tousetheextensioncableandclip:1. Placethemodemintothelaptopclip,asshownintheillus‐tration.2. Connecttheextensioncabletothemodem.3. Placethemodemintheclipholder,andplacethecliponthetopofthelaptopscreen.NotethattheLEDsshouldbefacingyou,asyoulookatthescreen.LEDsUSB connectorLEDsLaptop screen
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide22 21312194. ConnectthelargerendoftheUSBextensioncabletotheUSBconnectoronyourmodem.5. ConnecttheotherendoftheextensioncabletotheUSBslotonyourcomputer.Connection management softwareYourUSBmodemcomeswithconnectionmanagementsoftware.Thefeaturesandoptionsintheconnectionmanagersoftwarevary,dependingonyourserviceprovider,butingeneral,theconnectionmanagersoftwareenablesyouto:•Initiatedataconnections•Determinesignalstrength,roamingstatus,GPRS,EDGE,UMTS,orHSDPA/HSUPAavailability,andothernetworkconnectionparameters•MonitorthestatusoftheUSB305modemandGSMservice•SendandreceiveSMSmessages•EnableordisableSIMsecuritythatpreventsothersfromusingyourSIMcardifitislostorstolen•CreateormodifyanaccountprofileFormoreinformationontheconnectionmanagersoftware,contactyourserviceprovider.Attach this end to the USB port on your computerAttach this end to the USB connector on the modem
Rev 1.0 May.09 2344: Care and Maintenance of Your USB ModemAswithanyelectronicdevice,theUSB305modemmustbehandledwithcaretoensurereliableoperation.FollowtheseguidelineswhenyouuseandstoreyourUSB305modem:•DonotapplyadhesivelabelstotheSIMcard.Thismaycauseittojaminsidetheslot,orpreventitfrombeinginsertedproperly.•Whennotinstalledinyourcomputer,storetheUSB305modemandSIMcardinasafeplace.•TheUSB305modemshouldfiteasilyintoyourcomputer’sUSBport.ForcingtheUSB305modemintotheportmaydamagetheconnectorpins.•ProtecttheUSB305modemfromliquids,dust,andexcessiveheat.(Seethe“Environmentalspecifications”onpage 28formaximumtolerances.)
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Rev 1.0 May.09 2555: FAQ and TroubleshootingWhen should I use the USB extension cable and laptop clip?UsetheUSBextensioncableandlaptopclipinareawithlowsignalstrengthorwhenthepositionoftheUSBportonthecomputermakesitawkwardtoinsertthemodemdirectlyintothelaptopcomputer.FormoreinformationonusingtheUSBextensioncableandlaptopclip,see“Usingtheextensioncableandnotebookcomputerclip”onpage 20.Is there a limit to the size of microSD card that I can use with the USB 305 modem?TheUSB305modemwasdesignedandtestedfor16GBmicroSDmemorycards(thelargestavailableatthetimethemodemwasdevelopedandtested).However,asmemorycardtechnologydevelopsandcardscomeontothemarketthathavealargercapacity,theUSB305modemshouldsupportthoseaswell.I inserted the microSD card, but the memory card drive doesn’t appear on my computer?MakesureyouinsertthemicroSDmemorycardintothemodembeforeyouinsertthemodemintoyourcomputer.Otherwise,thecomputerwillnotrecognizethememorycarddrive.
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Rev 1.0 May.09 2766: Technical SpecificationsRadio frequency and electrical specificationsTable 6-1: Radio frequency and electrical specificationsCompliance 3 GPP Release 6Transmit GSM 1900 (PCS): 1850 to 1910 MHzGSM 1800 (DCS):1710 to 1785 MHzEGSM 900: 880 to 915 MHzGSM 850: 824 to 849 MHzWCDMA 2100 (Band I): 1920 to 1980 MHzWCDMA 1900 (Band II): 1850 to 1910 MHzWCDMA 850 (Band V): 824 to 849 MHzReceive GSM 1900 (PCS): 1930 to 1990 MHzGSM 1800 (DCS): 1805 to 1880 MHzEGSM 900: 925 to 960 MHzGSM 850: 869 to 894 MHzWCDMA 2100 (Band I): 2110 to 2170 MHzWCDMA 1900 (Band II): 1930 to 1990 MHzWCDMA 850 (Band V): 869 to 894 MHzChannel spacing 200 kHz (GSM)5 MHz (WCDMA)Channel raster 200 kHzFrequency stability 0.1 ppm
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide28 2131219Environmental specificationsOperating temperature 0°C to +45°C (+32°F to +113°F)Storage temperature -20°C to +85°C(-4°F to +185°F)Humidity 85%, non-condensingVibration Random vibration, 10 to 1000 Hz, nominal 6G RMS in each of 3 mutually perpendicular axes. Test duration of 60 minutes for each axis, for a total test time of 3 hours (non-operating).Drop 1 m on non-cushioned vinyl on each of 6 faces, 3 times
Rev 1.0 May.09 2977: Regulatory and Safety InformationNoticeBecauseofthenatureofwirelesscommunications,trans‐missionandreceptionofdatacanneverbeguaranteed.Datamaybedelayed,corrupted(thatis,haveerrors),orbetotallylost.AlthoughsignificantdelaysorlossesofdataarerarewhenwirelessdevicessuchastheSierraWirelessmodemareusedinanormalmannerwithawell‐constructednetwork,theSierraWirelessmodemshouldnotbeusedinsituationswherefailuretotransmitorreceivedatacouldresultindamageofanykindtotheuseroranyotherparty,includingbutnotlimitedtopersonalinjury,death,orlossofproperty.SierraWirelessanditsaffiliatesacceptnoresponsibilityfordamagesofanykindresultingfromdelaysorerrorsindatatransmittedorreceivedusingtheSierraWirelessmodem,orforfailureoftheSierraWirelessmodemtotransmitorreceivesuchdata.Safety and hazardsTheUSB305modemMUSTBEPOWEREDOFFinallareasthatmaybesusceptibletoradiointerference,inparticular:•ProhibitedareasObeyallsignsandnoticesandfollowallrulesandregula‐tions.PowerofftheUSB305modemwheninstructedtodosoorwhenyoususpectthatitmaycauseinterferenceordanger.•Inareaswhereblastingisinprogress•WhereexplosiveatmospheresmaybepresentAreaswithapotentiallyexplosiveatmospherearenotalwaysclearlymarked.Suchareasincludegasstations,fueldepots,chemicaltransferorstoragefacilities,areaswhereblastingisinprogress,areaswheretheaircontainschemicalsorparticlessuchasgrain,dust,ormetalpow‐ders,andanyotherareawhereyouwouldnormallybeadvisedtoturnoffyourcellularphoneorvehicleengine.•Nearmedicalorlife‐supportequipmentMedicalequipmentmaybesusceptibletoanyformofradiointerference.InsuchareastheUSB305modemcantransmitsignalsthatcouldinterferewiththisequipment.
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide30 2131219•OnboardaircraftInadditiontoFederalAviationAuthority(FAA)require‐ments,manyairlineregulationsstatethatyoumustsus‐pendwirelessoperationsbeforeboardinganaircraft.TheUSB305modemiscapableoftransmittingsignalsthatcouldinterferewithvariousonboardsystemsandcontrols.Failuretoobservethisinstructionmayleadtosuspensionordenialofcellulartelephoneservicestotheoffender,legalaction,orboth.Someairlinesmaypermittheuseofcellularphoneswhiletheaircraftisonthegroundandthedoorisopen.TheUSB305modemmaybeusednormallyatthistime.•WhileoperatingavehicleThedriveroroperatorofanyvehicleshouldnotuseawirelessdatadevicewhileincontrolofavehicle.Doingsodetractsfromthedriveroroperatorʹsabilitytocontrolandoperatethevehicle.Insomecountries,usingsuchcommu‐nicationsdeviceswhileincontrolofavehicleisanoffence.Regulatory information for North AmericaCAUTION:UnauthorizedmodificationsorchangesnotexpresslyapprovedbySierraWireless,Inc.couldvoidcompliancewithregulatoryrules,andtherebyyourauthoritytousethisequipment.ThedesignoftheUSB305modemcomplieswithU.S.FederalCommunicationsCommission(FCC)guidelinesrespectingsafetylevelsofradiofrequency(RF)exposureforportabledevices,whichinturnareconsistentwiththefollowingsafetystandardspreviouslysetbyCanadian,U.S.andinternationalstandardsbodies:•ANSI/IEEEC95.1‐1999,IEEEStandardforSafetyLevelswithRespecttoHumanExposuretoRadioFrequencyElectromag‐neticFields,3kHzto300GHz•NationalCouncilonRadiationProtectionandMeasure‐ments(NCRP)Report86,‐1986,BiologicalEffectsandExposureCriteriaforRadioFrequencyElectromagneticFields•HealthCanada,SafetyCode6,1999,LimitsofHumanExposuretoRadiofrequencyElectromagneticFieldsintheFrequencyRangefrom3kHzto300GHz•InternationalCommissiononNon‐IonisingRadiationProtection(ICNIRP)1998,Guidelinesforlimitingexposuretotime‐varyingelectric,magnetic,andelectromagneticfields(upto300GHz)
Regulatory and Safety InformationRev 1.0 May.09 31Note: The USB 305 modem is approved for normal-size notebook computers only (typically with 12 inches or larger display screens) and must not be used in any unapproved configuration. For details, contact Sierra Wireless. ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttotheconditionthatthisdevicedoesnotcauseharmfulinterference.Warning: (EMI) – United States FCC Information – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in an appropriate installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-ference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.Whereappropriate,theuseoftheequipmentissubjecttothefollowingconditions:Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmfulinterferencetoradioortelevisionreception,whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipmentoffandon,theuserisencouragedtotrytocorrecttheinterferencebyoneormoreofthefollowingmeasures:•Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver•Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected•Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelpIfyouhavepurchasedthisproductunderaUnitedStatesGovernmentcontract,itshallbesubjecttorestrictionsassetforthinsubparagraph(c)(1)(ii)ofDefenseFederalAcquisitionsRegulations(DFARs)Section252.227‐7013forDepartmentofDefensecontracts,andassetforthinFederalAcquisitionsRegulations(FARs)Section52.227‐19forcivilianagency
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide32 2131219contractsoranysuccessorregulations.Iffurthergovernmentregulationsapply,itisyourresponsibilitytoensurecompliancewithsuchregulations.
Rev 1.0 May.09 33Aaccount,11Cchannelraster,27channelspacing,27clip,20connecttothenetwork,16coveragearea,11Eelectricalspecifications,27environmentalspecifications,28extensioncable,20externalmemorystorage,10,19externalSD,10,19externalstoragecard,19FFAQ,25flashdrive,19frequenciesreceive,27transmit,27frequencystability,27Hhumidity,28II/Ospace(input/outputspace),13IRQ(interruptrequest),13LLEDs,17MMacintoshOSXsupport,13memorycard,10memoryrequired,13microexternalmemorycard,19microSD,10,19modem,inserting,15Nnetworkoverview,11notebookcomputerclip,20Ooperatingsystemssupported,13Pprofile,13Rradiofrequencyspecifications,27receivefrequencies,27regulatoryinformation,29requirements,software,14RFspecifications,27roaming,11Ssafetynotice,29SIMcardinserting,14removing,18softwarerequirements,14specifications,27–28electrical,27environmental,28radiofrequency,27storagetemperature,28whennotusingcard,23systemrequirements,13Ttechnicalspecifications,27–28temperature,28transmitfrequencies,27Troubleshooting,25TRU‐Install,9Index
USB 305 HSPA Modem User Guide34 2131219UUSB305modem,inserting,15USBportrequirements,13Vvibration,28WWindows2000support,13WindowsVistasupport,13WindowsXPsupport,13

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