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Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Mon May 11, 2015 2:51 pm
by Rob
It is a typo! Fixed! Thanks
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2016 10:56 pm
by QldRtv
is there a 4G LTE card that will work with a CF30?
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2016 11:01 am
by Rob
No
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2016 12:44 am
by Azrial
I just got a MC7700 Sierra Wireless branded Airprime for use in my CF-31J. I assumed that this was a GSM based card and would have a SIM card slot. But instead, I have an IMEI#, is it really CDMA?
What am I missing?
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2016 4:53 am
by Tatanka
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2016 7:29 am
by QldRtv
no, you'll need a panasonic specific one like this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/222038189169
Huawei EM820U
Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2016 6:38 pm
by kode-niner
Hey Rob, would it be ok to add the Huawei EM820U to the OP as officially working for CF-19 and CF-30 (pending testing on other models)? I never believed that
all WWAN modules had to be specifically made for Toughbooks, and I have proved it. I think it's mostly the Gobi modules that are restricted by firmware to certain laptop models, but most others are not. There are still some modules that won't work on our Toughbooks due to some technical reasons such as the infamous pin 20. But still, I have purchased several unlocked modules that were pulled out of other laptop brands and had them working to some degree on my Toughbooks. The EM820U is the only one I have fully tested under Windows XP, Win7, Linux and is worthy of mention. I managed to get a few others recognized under Linux but lacked SIM cards and network access to fully test them, but were recognized by the BIOS and the OS.
Mobile Partner connection software including drivers for this WWAN module on Win7 and XP are here:
http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/downloads/ds027690
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2016 7:46 pm
by QldRtv
Is the Huawei unit 4g capable?
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Fri Mar 18, 2016 10:31 am
by kode-niner
QldRtv wrote:Is the Huawei unit 4g capable?
If your definition of 4G is HSPA+ 21Mbps, then yes. It's a AWS1700 (band 4) compatible module. In the states I believe T-mobile mostly uses it.
I ended up with it because I was desperately trying to use Videotron wireless services here in Quebec. It's also a quand band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 card so I can roam with ease.
Re: List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks
Posted: Wed Apr 06, 2016 7:47 pm
by Azrial
Rob wrote:List of WWAN card models for Toughbooks:
CURRENT:
MC7750 (xxV4GLTEFU)– Sierra Wireless branded Airprime - 4G LTE Verizon Specific card (Win 7 Only) – Not licensed for Win8.
MC7700 (xxA4GLTEFU) – Sierra Wireless branded Airprime - 4G LTE AT&T specific card (Win 7 Only) – Not licensed for Win8. ...
Try the Netgear 320U drivers offered here:
http://www.netgear.com/search-netgear.aspx?q=aircard
Please report back!