Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem -- Novatel Wireless U720

Product Summary

The first USB modem for high speed EV-DO Rev. A cell data networks makes blazing connections with both PCs and Macs.

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By Becky Waring (JiWire) (Updated 12/29/06)
JiWire's quick take

Likes
EV-DO Rev. A provides cell data speeds yet, no card slot required, reliable connections, very good Windows connection utility, works on OS X Macs, external antenna port, built-in GPS receiver for future use.

Dislikes
Rev. A coverage area still ramping up, upload speeds disappointing, Mac support not official yet, bulky Y cable needed for maximum performance.

Good for
Ultraportable and MacBook owners without PC Card slots, who want the fastest broadband cell data service available.

Bad for
Slot-equipped laptop users will find a Rev. A cell data card to be the more convenient way to go. PC Cards are available now, and ExpressCards will be coming soon.

Basic specs
Compliant Standards CDMA: 1xRTT, EV-DO Rev. 0, EV-DO Rev. A
Typical Throughput 450-800 Kbps downstream; 300-400 Kbps upstream in Rev. A coverage areas
Frequency Bands CDMA 800/1900 MHz

OS Support Windows 2000/XP supported by Sprint, Mac OS X supported by third parties

Adapter Type USB (two ports needed for max. performance)
Antenna Flip-up, external antenna port
Weight 1.6 oz.
Dimensions 1.5 x 3.5 x .7 ins.

Warranty 1 year
Web Page http://support.sprint.com/index.html
Phone Number +1 (800) SPRINT1
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