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The Cisco® 880G Series Integrated Services Router with the third-generation (3G) wireless WAN (WWAN) option provides secure high-speed wireless WAN connectivity to small businesses, enterprise small branch offices, and teleworker sites (Figure 1). Transparently integrated into the enterprise-class feature set available on the Cisco 880 Series, 3G wireless connectivity allows rapid installation, deployment flexibility, and resilient WAN backup.
Product Overview
• Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and UMTS models are based on 3GPP, and they support HSPA (High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) and High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA)), 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. Cisco 880G Series 3G Wireless Integrated Services Routers

Key Business Benefits
Applications
Small Remote Office
Virtual Office
Retail VPN
Managed Services
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 are tightly integrated with Cisco integrated services routers, which run the industry-leading Cisco IOS® Software, giving you 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 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: Cisco 880 with 3G WWAN can be easily relocate 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. Product Specifications
Item |
Specification |
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3G modem form factor |
PCI Express card (included with the router) |
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Programming interfaces |
Cisco IOS Software CLI |
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Wireless technologies supported (performance and throughput) |
PCEX-3G-HSPA-G • 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)
(part number CISCO881G-G-K9 or CISCO881G-K9) PCEX-3G-HSPA-US • HSPA: 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz (forward link up to 7.2 Mbps; reverse link up to 2.0 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)
• Set for North American bands above global bands
• 3G Firmware is PTCRB Certified and also for AT&T's network
(part numbers CISCO881G-A-K9 with PCEX-3G-HSPA-US) |
PCEX-3G-CDMA-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 0 (forward link up to 2.4 Mbps; reverse link up to 153.6 kbps)
• CDMA 1xRTT (forward link up to 153.6 kbps; reverse link up to 153.6 kbps)
(part numbers CISCO881G-S-K9, CISCO881G-V-K9 and CISCO881G-B-K9) *S=For Sprint Networks; V=For Verizon Wireless Networks; B=For BSNL Networks |
Frequency bands supported |
PCEX-3G-HSPA-G • 850-, 900-, 1900-, and 2100-MHz WCDMA bands (HSUPA, HSDPA and UMTS)
• 850-, 900-, 1800-, 1900-MHz GSM bands (EDGE and GPRS)
PCEX-3G-HSPA-US • 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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PCEX-3G-CDMA-x* • 800 MHz: North American cellular band
• 1900 MHz: North American PCS band
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Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card |
Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) or Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card slot on the PCI Express card (HSPA, UMTS, and GSM) |
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Antenna connector |
For Express Card external antenna connection: • TS9 type connector requires for PCEX-3G-HSPA-G and PCEX-3G-HSPA-US
• SSMB plug-type connector requires for PCEX-3G-CDMA-x*
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Included antenna |
0-dB gain multiband dipole antenna on cradle with 4.5-ft cable |
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Antitheft PCI Express card slot |
PCI Express card slot on router front panel with antitheft locking bracket |
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LED indicators |
Received signal strength indication (RSSI) |
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IOS requirement |
For all 880G series routers: • PCEX-3G-HSPA-G supported with 15.1(1)T1 or later
• PCEX-3G-HSPA-US supported with 15.1(1)T1 or later
• PCEX-3G-CDMA-x* supported with 15.1(1)T or later
* S=For Sprint Networks; V=For Verizon Wireless Networks; B=For BSNL Networks |
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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 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 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 |
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Carrier support |
For an updated list of carriers that offer services on the Cisco 880G Series, please visit: http://www.cisco.com/go/3g |
Table 2. System Specifications
Feature |
Specification |
Default DRAM |
256 MB on Cisco 880 Series data models |
Maximum DRAM |
768 MB |
Default and maximum flash memory |
128 MB fix flash on Cisco 880 Series data models |
802.11g/n access point based on IEEE 802.11n Draft 2.0 standard |
Optional on all models |
Console or auxiliary port |
RJ-45: Single dual-purpose port provides direct connection to a console or external modem for management or backup access point. |
One USB 1.1 port for advanced security features such as security tokens or USB flash memory |
• One USB 1.1 port on Cisco 881 and 888 Series Routers
• USB devices supported:
• USB eTokens
• USB flash memory
Note: USB 1.1 port cannot be used for connecting external devices other than those specified at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/prod/collateral/modules/ps6247/product_data_sheet0900aecd80232473.htm |
External power supply |
Universal 100- to 240-VAC input; 60W, 12-VDC output |
Inline Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
Optional internal adapter for inline PoE on 2 switch ports for IP phones or external wireless access points; 802.3af- and Cisco PoE-compliant |
Wireless specifications |
2.4 GHz |
Data rates supported |
• 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, and 11 Mbps
• 802.11g: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps
• 802.11n: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, and m0-m15 (approximately fivefold of 802.11g maximum data rate using multiple input, multiple output [MIMO])
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Maximum transmit power |
Note: Maximum power setting subject to changes by channel and by region, depending on regulations: • 802.11b 20 dBm
• 802.11g 17 dBm
• 802.11n 16 dBm
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Physical dimensions and weight |
Product dimensions: Nonwireless models: • H x W X D = 1.9 x 12.8 x 9.8 in. (48 x 325 x 249 mm) (includes rubber feet)
• H x W X D = 1.75 x 12.8 x 9.8 in. (44 x 325 x 249 mm) (without rubber feet)
Wireless models: • H x W x D = 1.9 x 12.8 x 10.4 in. (48 x 325 x 264 mm) (includes rubber feet)
• H x W x D = 1.75 x 12.8 x 10.4 in. (44 x 325 x 264 mm) (without rubber feet; excludes antennas)
• Weight: 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) maximum
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Power |
• Product power specifications:
• AC input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC
• Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz
• Maximum output power: 60W
• Output voltages: 12 VDC
• Optional internal PoE with external adapter
• Maximum output power: 80W
• Output voltage, external: 48 VDC
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Approvals and compliance |
• IEC 60950-1:2005, Second Edition, with all country deviations
• AS/NZS 60950-1:2003, First Edition
• CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950-1-05, Second Edition
• UL 60950-1, Second Edition, 2005
• EN55024
• Industry Canada CS-03
• TIA-968-A, Addendum 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
• EMI
• VCCI Class II
• IEC 1000-3-2
• UNI 3.1/4.0 PVC
• ITU G.991.2 G.SHDSL
• California Energy Commission (CEC) Compliant
• Australia and New Zealand:
• Australia AS/ACIF S031: 2001
• Australia AS/ACIF S043.1: 2003
• Australia AS/ACIF S043.2: 2006
• New Zealand PTC220: 2003
• The following are supported on Enterprise Teleworker Models:
• AS/NRZ 3548:1992 Class B
• CFR 47 Part 15 Class B
• EN60555-2 Class B
• EN55022 Class B
• ICES-003, Issue 2, Class B, April 1997S
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Certifications |
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Environmental operating range |
• Nonoperating temperature: -4 to 149°F (-20 to 65°C)
• Nonoperating humidity: 5 to 95 percent relative humidity (noncondensing)
• Nonoperating altitude: 0 to 15,000 ft (0 to 4570m)
Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) • Operating humidity: 10 to 85%, relative humidity (noncondensing)
• Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3000m)
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Table 3. Cisco 880 Series Data Models
Ordering Information
Table 4. Cisco 880G Series 3G WWAN Ordering Information
Note: The Cisco 880G 3G Wireless Integrated Services Routers ship with a default 0-dB gain multiband dipole antenna on a cradle with 4.5-ft cable.
Table 5. Cisco 880 Series 3G WWAN Options Ordering Information
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