HSPA Hardware Compare
| Modem | Operating Frequencies | Maximum Supported Download Speed | Maximum Supported Upload Speed | Supported Operating Systems | Interface |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huawei E173 and 3GO |
|
Up to 7.2 Mbps** | Up to 5.76 Mbps** |
|
Standard USB interface |
| ZTE MF652 |
|
Up to 21 Mbps** | Up to 5.76 Mbps** |
|
Standard USB interface |
** These speed mentioned above are theoretical maximums only. Your actual performance will be below these speeds
Factors affecting performance:
– if inside a stone or concrete building, underground in a tunnel or basement, electrically shielded inside a lift, behind a large mountain, etc.
– number of users connected to base stations which can become congested.
– base stations connected to the Internet via 'backhaul' for which backhaul links have limited bandwidth which can become congested.
– base stations are not precisely the same in build and technology. Some support faster speeds, some are limited.
– your computer or laptop, the speed of your downloads may be reduced because of the hardware capabilities, software configuration, operating system and software applications on your computer.
What speeds can be expected?
From 512/128 kbps from well connected Internet data sources.
What can be done to possibly increase performance?
Exetel offer a Yagi antenna for use with the ZTE MF652 & Huawei E160E, E1762 & E173 USB modems – these are available from our hardware store for $80.00.
Yagi Antennae can improve the speed and stability of your connection when you are at the margins of coverage (ie at a long distance from the base station).
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