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ATT Sierra 881 PC Card


ATT 881 The Sierra Wireless AirCard 881 provides enhanced mobile performance based upon the global standard for wireless—GSM. The Sierra Wireless AirCard 881 works seamlessly across AT&T's 3G BroadbandConnect and EDGE networks providing the ideal mix of performance and coverage. The AirCard 881 is simple to set-up and use so that you can stay connected whether traveling across town, the U.S., or the world.


    Software and Connectivity
  • Bluetooth® capable
  • Type II PC Card laptop slot
  • Manual GSM network selection—manually select which network (3G vs. EDGE) to connect to


  • Specifications
  • Dimensions: Size: 5.1" (H) x 2.3" (W) x 0.5" (D)
  • Weight: 2.3 oz
  • Technology: GSM/GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA
  • Frequency: 850/1900/2100 MHz (UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA)*; 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (GSM/GPRS/EDGEIntuitive user interface
  • Data Transmission: HSPA—typical download speeds of 700 Kbps-1.7 Mbps* / typical uplink speeds of 500 Kbps-1.2 Mbps*; EDGE—typical downlink speeds of 70-135 Kbps* / typical uplink speeds of 60-80 Kbps* Dimensions: Size: 5.1" (H) x 2.3" (W) x 0.5" (D)
  • Operating System: Microsoft® Windows Vista®, XP, 2000 support; Mac OS® support (10.4 version or later)
  • Antenna: Fixed internal antenna with no moving parts: Nano external antenna port
  • PC Card (Type II)—compatible in notebooks with PC card slots