D-Link DWM-157 – HSPA+ USB Adapter with 21.6Mbps Download, 5.76Mbps Upload, USIM Slot, microSD Reader, SMS Manager & Plug-and-Play Installation
Overview:
• The D-Link DWM-157 is an HSPA+ USB Adapter designed to provide reliable mobile broadband connectivity for notebooks, whether at home, in the office, or while travelling.
• It supports worldwide mobile broadband networks with maximum download speeds up to 21.6Mbps and upload speeds up to 5.76Mbps.
• The adapter supports HSPA+ technology and is backward compatible with 3.5G, 3G, and 2.5G networks, allowing flexible mobile connectivity across different network environments.
• It includes a standard 6-pin USIM card slot and connects directly through a USB 2.0 port without needing batteries, cables, or additional hardware.
• The DWM-157 also works as a microSD card reader, supporting standard microSD cards up to 32GB for removable storage.
• It includes preloaded drivers and software for easy installation, plus SMS Manager and phonebook functions for reading, writing, forwarding, deleting messages, and managing contacts stored on the SIM/USIM card.
Key Features:
• HSPA+ USB Adapter.
• Supports mobile broadband for notebooks and PCs.
• Download speed up to 21.6Mbps.
• Upload speed up to 5.76Mbps.
• Supports HSUPA / HSDPA / UMTS and GSM / GPRS / EDGE networks.
• Standard 6-pin USIM card slot.
• USB 2.0 interface.
• Built-in internal antenna.
• External antenna support in selected regions.
• Rx Diversity support in selected regions.
• microSD card reader supporting up to 32GB.
• Built-in drivers and software for plug-and-play installation.
• SMS Manager for text message control.
• Phonebook application for contact management.
• Compact USB design without batteries or cables.
• Suitable for travel, mobile work, legacy 3G connectivity, and temporary internet access.
Technical Specifications:
• Product Type: HSPA+ USB Adapter
• Brand: D-Link
• Model: DWM-157
• Mobile Network: HSPA+ / HSUPA / HSDPA / UMTS / GSM / GPRS / EDGE
• Device Interface: USB 2.0 Port
• SIM Interface: Standard 6-Pin USIM / SIM Card Interface
• Download Speed: Up to 21.6Mbps
• Upload Speed: Up to 5.76Mbps
• Antenna: Internal Antenna
• External Antenna Support: Supported in selected areas
• Rx Diversity Support: Supported in selected areas
• GSM / GPRS / EDGE Bands: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
• GSM Power Class 850 / 900MHz: Power Class 4
• GSM Power Class 1800 / 1900MHz: Power Class 1
• UMTS / HSUPA Bands: 850 / 2100MHz, 850 / 1900MHz, or 900 / 2100MHz depending on regional hardware version
• UMTS Power Class: Power Class 3, +24dBm
• microSD Card Reader: Supports Standard microSD Cards up to 32GB
• SMS: Circuit-Switched GSM
• SMS Manager: Read, Write, Reply, Forward, Delete Text Messages, Manage Save Location, Save Sender Number to Phonebook, Inbox, Outbox, Draftbox Access
• Phonebook: Create / Edit Contacts, Create / Edit Groups, Send / Save Text Messages, Export Contacts to PC as vCard or CSV File
• LED Indicator: Red LED for Error / No SIM, Green Solid for Network Registration, Green Blinking for Network Connection
• Dimensions: 89.2 × 25.9 × 10.7 mm
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to 45°C
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90%, Non-Condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 95%, Non-Condensing
• Certifications: CE, FCC
Applications:
• Mobile broadband internet for notebooks and PCs.
• Travel internet access for business users.
• Backup internet connection for light use.
• Temporary internet access in places without fixed broadband.
• Legacy 3G / HSPA+ mobile broadband applications.
• SMS and phonebook management through SIM/USIM card.
• Portable storage use through microSD card reader.
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Recommended only for legacy HSPA+ / 3G mobile broadband use where a USB adapter is required.
• Suitable for travel, old notebook connectivity, temporary internet, SMS management, and basic backup internet.
• For new projects, Connect Gates recommends using newer 4G or 5G D-Link routers instead, especially where higher speed, Wi-Fi sharing, and long-term support are required.
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