Franklin U680 EVDO USB Modem (Sprint)

Franklin U680 EVDO USB Modem (Sprint)

• USB modem offering connectivity for your PC to Sprint's 3G Mobile Broadband network
• Swiveling USB connector allows modem to be raised vertically for better reception
• GPS capable for turn-by-turn directions via Sprint Navigation
• Employs CDMA wireless technology authentication and identification system for top-notch security
• Weighs 1 ounce and measures 1.3 x 3.1 x 0.37 inches (HxWxD)

The Franklin Wireless U680 USB Data Card for Sprint lets you connect your PC, Mac or Linux machine to the Internet nationwide on the Sprint PCS network (subscription service may be required). The high-speed EVDO Rev A network delivers data downloads of up to 3.1 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 1.8 Mbps. There is also a built in flash memory for up to 64 MB of portable storage accessible via USB, and built-in GPS for location-based services (subscription service may be required) right on your laptop. Network Compatibility - CDMA 800, 1900 Compatible Carrier - Sprint PCS 3G Data Speeds Compatibility - Windows 2000/Vista/XP, Mac OS 10.3.9 or higher, Linux OS Additional Items IncludedUser Guide, Carrying Case, Y Extension Cable Unit Dimensions - 2.8 in x 1.0 in x 0.5 in.; Weight - 1.5 oz.Stay connected to your business as well as online friends and family via the high-speed Sprint Mobile Broadband Network with the Franklin U680 ExpressCard modem. Its unique swiveling USB connector plugs into your PC laptop's USB port and the onboard flash memory includes application and driver software for PC, Mac and Linux users, making it quick and easy to get up and running on the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network. The swiveling USB connector allows the modem to be raised vertically for better radio frequency performance or folded away when not in use. In addition to email and Internet access, the U680 offers GPS support, enabling the use of location search and common navigational software tools on a notebook computer via Sprint SmartView.

The U680 modem is optimized for Sprint's Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revolution A (Rev. A) network, which provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits and average upload speeds of 350 to 500 kbps. When connecting within a Rev. A coverage area, the U680 can download a 1 MB email attachment in about 8 seconds and upload the same-sized file in less than 13 seconds.

Mobile users can access:

• E-mail with large attachments
• Corporate Intranet and Internet
• Digital imaging
• Location-based applications
• Video/audio streaming
• Rich messaging
• Bandwidth intensive applications for sales and customer service

Other features include:

• Sprint's SmartView automatic installation software, available for both Mac and PC users, installs directly from the modem on first insertion.
• Employs CDMA wireless technology authentication and identification system for top-notch security.
• Simple Activation with just "one" more click after software installation.
• OS compatibility: Windows Vista/XP/2000; Macintosh OS X 10.3.9 or higher
• Easy installation with the software CD provided in the box.
• To improve signal strength, you can attach an external antenna, which is sold separately

Note: Users must activate this device on a Sprint account before inserting the device.

List Price: $ 299.99

Price: $ 299.99

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