Summary of FIBOCOM LAUNCHES NEW 5G MODULE FM350 FOR PC BEFORE MWC 2021 WITH INTEL AND MEDIATEK
Fibocom, in partnership with Intel and MediaTek, launched the FM350 5G wireless module on May 31st, ahead of MWC 2021. Built on the MediaTek T700 chipset, this M.2 form factor module delivers high-speed connectivity up to 4.67 Gbps downlink. It supports both standalone and non-standalone 5G networks while remaining backward compatible with LTE and WCDMA. Ideal for PCs running Windows, Linux, or Chrome OS, it features a built-in eSIM, GNSS capabilities, and various interfaces like PCIe 3.0.
Parts used in the Fibocom FM350 Project:
- Fibocom FM350 5G wireless module
- MediaTek T700 chipset platform
- M.2 form factor
- PCIe 3.0 interface
- USIM interface
- I2C interface
- Body SAR interface
- MIPI Tuner interface
- Tunable antenna
- Built-in eSIM
- GNSS support (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo)
Fibocom, a leading global provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solution and wireless communication modules, announces the joint release of the FM350 5G wireless module on May 31st, before MWC 2021 (Mobile World Congress 2021). Partnered with Intel and MediaTek, Fibocom’s FM350 is designed to offer high-speed 5G wireless connectivity for better PC platform support and user experience.
Based on the MediaTek T700 chipset platform, Fibocom’s FM350 module supports the 5G NR Sub-6 band with up to 4.67 Gbps on the downlink and 1.25 Gbps on the uplink theoretically.
Supporting 5G standalone network (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) network architectures, the Fibocom FM350 5G module is backward compatible with LTE/WCDMA network standards, which helps to reduce complexity in end product configuration.
Fibocom’s FM350 module is ideally suitable for PCs (laptop, desktop, tablet, etc.), and it supports Windows, Linux and Chrome operating systems. Designed with standard M.2 form factor, the module has various interfaces, including PCIe 3.0, USIM, I2C, Body SAR, MIPI Tuner, tunable antenna, etc., unleashing the potential of cellular technology to meet high speed bandwidth application demand. In addition, FM350 has a built-in eSIM, providing end users the flexibility to select carrier profiles. It also supports GNSS, including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo.
The Fibocom FM350 module is globally certified by regional regulatory bodies, mainstream carriers, industry institutions, and has obtained approval from several technical certification laboratories.
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- What is the maximum theoretical download speed of the Fibocom FM350?
The module supports up to 4.67 Gbps on the downlink. - Can the Fibocom FM350 operate on 5G standalone networks?
Yes, it supports both 5G standalone network architecture and non-standalone architectures. - Which operating systems does the FM350 module support?
It supports Windows, Linux, and Chrome operating systems. - Does the Fibocom FM350 include an embedded SIM?
Yes, the module has a built-in eSIM that allows users to select carrier profiles flexibly. - Is the Fibocom FM350 compatible with older network standards?
Yes, it is backward compatible with LTE and WCDMA network standards. - What global positioning systems are supported by the module?
It supports GNSS including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo. - What form factor is used for the Fibocom FM350 module?
The module is designed with a standard M.2 form factor. - Who are the partners involved in the development of the FM350 module?
Fibocom partnered with Intel and MediaTek for this release.
