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The Cisco® Third-Generation (3G) Wireless WAN (WWAN) Enhanced High-Speed WAN Interface Cards (EHWICs) for Cisco Integrated Services Routers Gen 2 (ISR G2) provide the next generation of wireless WAN backup solutions.
Product Overview
• Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and UMTS models are based on 3GPP, and they support 3.7G HSPA+, 3.5G HSPA (Evolved High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA+/HSPA)), UMTS, EDGE, and GPRS.
• Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) models are based on 3GPP2, and they support EV-DO Rev A/Rev 0 and 1xRTT.
Figure 1. 3G Wireless WAN EHWICs for Cisco Integrated Services Routers G2


Key Business Benefits
Applications
WAN Backup
Figure 2. Cisco 3G WWAN EHWIC for WAN Backup

Primary Connectivity
Key Features and Benefits
• Integrated 3G WWAN broadband: With the 3G WWAN modem integrated into the router, you gain the benefit of simplified installation and management. In addition, the Cisco 3G WWAN EHWICs are tightly integrated with Cisco integrated services routers, which run the industry-leading Cisco IOS® Software, giving access to all the advanced features of Cisco IOS Software such as quality of service (QoS), intelligent network queuing, and robust security.
• Short installation time: Businesses sometimes have to wait for weeks or months to get data circuits installed at new locations. For temporary or seasonal sites, wireless data services allow instant connectivity anywhere there is cellular coverage, and rapid deployment allows you to quickly set up networks with WAN connectivity.
• Network resiliency through WAN diversity: WAN connectivity is crucial to the functioning of your business, and any downtime means a loss of productivity and lost opportunity. Staying connected and operational during a network outage can be vital. A wireless connection for backup to a remote site provides protection against line outages and an additional level of redundancy because the 3G WWAN infrastructure is often served by separate facilities, providing redundancy for the entire local loop.
• Reduced cost: The emerging 3G WWAN cellular data service plans are competitively priced with existing wireline services (ISDN, DSL, and cable). 3G WWAN solutions also allow you to consolidate your service providers across large geographical areas instead of having service contracts with multiple service providers.
• Portability: You can easily relocate wireless routers and Cisco 3G WWAN EHWICs wherever coverage is available.
• Performance: With increasing data usage and the proliferation of web-based applications at remote sites, there is an increasing need for high-speed (broadband) data connections to run mission-critical applications at these sites. 3G WWAN services promise low-latency links at speeds approaching T1 connections, allowing you to send and receive more mission-critical data across the WAN in backup scenarios.
Product Specifications
Table 1. Specifications for the Cisco 3G WWAN EHWICs Among Region Theaters
Region Theaters |
EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7 |
EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A |
EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U |
Bands |
850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz |
850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz |
850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz |
DL/UP Speeds |
21.1 Mbps/5.76 Mbps |
21.1 Mbps/5.76 Mbps |
7.2 Mbps/5.76 Mbps |
Australia and New Zealand |
ü |
X |
ü |
Asia Pacific |
ü |
X |
ü |
Canada/Mexico |
X |
ü |
ü |
Europe, Middle East, and Africa |
ü |
X |
ü |
Japan |
ü |
X |
ü |
Latin America |
ü |
X |
ü |
United States of America |
X |
ü |
X |
Item |
Specification |
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External Interfaces |
• RJ-45 interface for use with diagnostics and monitoring tools
• Two TNC connectors with main and diversity RF port for antenna connection. Diversity port can also support GPS.
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7, EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A, EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U supports main and diversity antenna connector
• EHWIC-3G-EVDO-S, EHWIC-3G-EVDO-V, EHWIC-3G-EVDO-B supports main and diversity antenna connector
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Form Factor |
Single wide Cisco 3G WWAN EHWIC form factor |
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Physical Dimensions (H x W x D) |
0.75 x 3.08 x 4.9 in. (1.9 x 7.8 x 12.4 cm) |
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Weight |
0.24 lb (3.84 oz) |
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Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card |
SIM card socket; compliant with ISO-7816-2 (SIM mechanical) |
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Power |
4.5W maximum |
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Supported Platforms |
Modular Cisco 1900, 2900 and 3900 Integrated Services Routers G2 |
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Software Compatibility |
Modular Cisco 1900, 2900,and 3900 series Integrated Services Routers supported with Cisco IOS Software release: • Cisco IOS Software feature set: Universal IOS image
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7 supported with mainline 15.1(4)M or later
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A supported with mainline 15.1(4)M or later
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U supported with 15.1(3)T or later
• EHWIC-3G-EVDO-S supported with 15.1(3)T or later
• EHWIC-3G-EVDO-V supported with 15.1(3)T or later
• EHWIC-3G-EVDO-B supported with 15.1(3)T or later
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Key Features Include • Auto-Switch Failover Between Primary & Backup Link
• Multichannel-interface-processor (MIP) profile configuration
• CDMA Data Retry
• 3G SNMPv2 MIBs and Traps
• Remotely initiated data call back using voice
• Remotely initiated data call back using SMS
• Remote firmware upgrade over 3G
• Virtual diagnostic monitoring
• MEP lock/unlock capability
• SIM lock/unlock capability
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SMS/GPS |
• Send and receive SMS (max. 160 characters)
• Standalone GPS
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MIBs |
• 3G MIB
• ENTITY MIB
• IF MIB
• 3G WWAN MIB persistence
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Network Management and Diagnostics |
• In-band and out-of-band management using Telnet (Cisco IOS Software command-line interface [CLI]) and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), including MIB II and other extensions
• Industry-standard 3G diagnostics and monitoring tools (QUALCOMM CDMA Air Interface Tester [CAIT] and Spirent Universal Diagnostic Monitor [UDM])
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Modem Information |
• Modem form factor: Embedded Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) minicard
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7: Sierra Wireless MC8705 (non-US market)
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A: Sierra Wireless MC8705 (North America market)
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U: Sierra Wireless MC8795V (non-US market)
• EHWIC-3G-CDMA-S: Sierra Wireless MC5728V (Sprint Networks)
• EHWIC-3G-CDMA-V: Sierra Wireless MC5728V (Verizon Wireless Networks)
• EHWIC-3G-CDMA-B: Sierra Wireless MC5728V (BSNL Networks)
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Carrier Support |
For an updated list of carriers that offer services with Cisco 3G WWAN EHWIC, please visit http://www.cisco.com/go/3g. |
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Programming Interfaces |
Cisco IOS Software CLI |
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EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7 • HSPA+: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 21.1 Mbps; reverse link up to 5.76 Mbps)
• Backward compatibility:
• HSPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 5.76 Mbps)
• HSDPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 384 kbps)
• UMTS: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 2.0 Mbps; reverse link up to 384 kbps)
• EDGE: 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz (forward link up to 236 kbps; reverse link up to 124 kbps)
• GPRS: 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz (forward link up to 80 kbps; reverse link up to 42 kbps)
EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A (Orderable Dec, 2011) • HSPA+:: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 21.1 Mbps; reverse link up to 5.76 Mbps)
• · Backward compatibility:
• HSPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 5.76 Mbps)
• HSDPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 384 kbps)
• UMTS: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 2.0 Mbps; reverse link up to 384 kbps)
• EDGE: 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz (forward link up to 236 kbps; reverse link up to 124 kbps)
• GPRS: 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz (forward link up to 80 kbps; reverse link up to 42 kbps)
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EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U • HSPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 5.76 Mbps)
• Backward compatibility:
• HSDPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 384 kbps)
• UMTS: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 2.0 Mbps; reverse link up to 384 kbps)
• EDGE: 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz (forward link up to 236 kbps; reverse link up to 124 kbps)
• GPRS: 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz (forward link up to 80 kbps; reverse link up to 42 kbps)
EHWIC-3G-EVDO-x* • CDMA 1xEV-DO Rev A (forward link up to 3.1 Mbps; reverse link up to 1.8 Mbps)
• Backward compatibility:
• CDMA 1xEV-DO Rev A (forward link up to 3.1 Mbps; reverse link up to 1.8 Mbps)
• Backward compatibility:
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Frequency Bands Supported |
EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7 EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A • 850-, 900-, 1900-, and 2100-MHz WCDMA bands (HSPA, HSUPA, HSDPA and UMTS)
• 850-, 900-, 1800-, 1900-MHz GSM bands (EDGE and GPRS)
EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U • 850-, 900-, 1900-, and 2100-MHz WCDMA bands (HSUPA, HSDPA and UMTS)
• 850-, 900-, 1800-, 1900-MHz GSM bands (EDGE and GPRS)
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EHWIC-3G-EVDO-x* • 800 MHz: North American cellular band
• 1900 MHz: North American PCS band
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LED Indicators |
EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7 EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U • WWAN LED (connection status indication)
• RSSI
• HSPA and UMTS service indication
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EHWIC-3G-EVDO-x* • WWAN LED (connection status indication)
• Receive Signal Strength indication (RSSI)
• EV-DO and 1xRTT service indication
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Approvals and Compliance |
Safety • UL 60950-1,CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950.1, FCC Part 2.1093, RSS-102, and EN 50385
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EMC • FCC Part 15, Industry Canada ICES-003, EN 301 489-01, EN 301 489-07, EN 301 489-24, EN55022 (CISPR22), EN55024 (CISPR24), EN300-386, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, AS/NZS CISPR 22, CNS13438, and VCCI V-3
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Radio • FCC Part 2, FCC Part 22, FCC Part 24, RSS 129 and RSS 133, RSS 132 and RSS 133, EN 301 511 GSM, EN 301 908-1, and EN 301 908-2
• PTCRB-approved. device ID Cisco EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A
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Table 2. Antenna Specifications
Item |
Specification |
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Diversity (Dual Antenna) |
• EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7 EHWIC-3G-HSPA+7-A EHWIC-3G-HSPA-U: Diversity supported
• EHWIC-3G-EVDO-x: Diversity supported
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Antenna 4G-ANTM-OM-CM |
Description Additional Information
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