Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Modem Novatel USB551L

The Verizon Wireless Novatel 551L 4G/3G LTE USB Cellular Modem provides ultra-high–speed access on the Verizon 4G/3G network. It supports Verizon LTE, EV-DO Rev A, EV-DO Rev 0 and 1xRTT.

The 4G LTE Ovation™ USB551L is the next generation of the Novatel Wireless USB mobile broadband modem portfolio. Experience life in the fast lane with blazing fast 4G LTE mobile broadband. The compact Ovation™ USB551L is backward compatible with the 3G CDMA 1X-EvDO Rev A network.

The Verizon Wireless Novatel 551L is 4G LTE capable and comes equipped with an LED indicator, a durable high–performance internal antenna.

Key features:

* Slim, durable and compact design: The MC551 is the market's slimmest and most compact 4G LTE North America USB modem currently available.

* Hinge USB connector for flexible orientation

* Windows/Mac compatible

* Novatel Wireless proprietary advanced antenna design for best performance

Technical Specifications:

* Chipset/platform: Qualcomm MDM9600

* Wireless Technology:
- 800/1900 MHz, 1xEV-DO Rev. A/0
- 700 MHz, LTE

* Data Speeds
- LTE - Up to 5 Mbps upload
- LTE - Up to 12 Mbps download
- EV-DO Rev.A - Up to 600-1400 kbps download
- EV-DO Rev.A - Up to 500-800 kbps upload
Note: Data speeds may be limited by network support and/or operating conditions.

* Software and Applications
- VZAccess Manager
- Plug & Play
- Internet, Intranet, Email, Connection Log
- SMS

* Security
- CDMA authentication and identification
- Dynamic MIP key update; CHAP
- SIM (Subscriber Identity Module)

* System Requirements
- Type A USB Port
- Hard Drive: 100 MB
- Internet Browser

* Standards/Approvals/Certifications
- IS 2000 (CDMA 1xRTT)
- IS 637A (SMS)
- IS 707A (Data)
- IS856A/866 (EV-DO) Rev. A/0
- FCC and Industry Canada
- CCF57

* Dimensions
- Length: 88 mm (3.46")
- Width: 35 mm (1.38")
- Depth: 12 mm (0.47")
- Weight: 35 g (1.23 oz)

* External Antenna Port - TS9 Connector

Package:

Speed Test report:

Using IE on the PC with 3 bars reception:

Using Safari on the Mac with 3 bars reception:

Using Safari on the Mac with 1 bar reception:

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