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Wireless Broadband Modems


With a wireless broadband modem you can take your office nearly anywhere. Now you can connect your laptop to the cellular data network, surf the web and check your e-mail while on the go. These devices are great for commuters, travelers, and anyone frequently on the move. If you intend to travel internationally with your broadband modem we recommend AT&T devices and service; if not, Verizon is the best choice. Traditional PC cards, PC express cards, and USB models are available.

Initial Cost
Monthly Charges
  • 5GB Domestic $59.99
  • 100 MB International (AT&T and Verizon): $139.99*+
  • 200 MB International (AT&T): $229.99*
* For ATT users: The international data plans include 5GB of domestic data with $.00048/KB overage.
The international data plans cover data usage in Data Connect Global Select countries with $.005/KB (approximately $5/MB) overage. All other countries where AT&T currently has data roaming agreements, the rate is $.0195/KB. Access to 3G(UMTS)/EDGE/GPRS, where available, is based upon device capability and network capability.

+ For Verizon users: The international data plan includes 5GB of domestic data with $.025/MB overage.
The international data plan covers data usage in Global Access contries. Access to UMTS/EDGE/GPRS where available is based upon devide capability and network capability.