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IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
Announced on March 14, 1995
HARDWARE Announcement 195-084
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| IN BRIEF . . . |
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| o Access to Cellular Digital Packet Data (CDPD) network |
| services |
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| o Wireless wide area networking and remote LAN access over |
| cellular networks |
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| o Data/fax over the cellular AMPS network |
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| o PCMCIA support for notebooks/subnotebooks |
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| o Packet data transmission as high as 19.2 Kbps |
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| o Cellular voice capabilities |
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The IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD is a high-speed, PCMCIA
radio modem for mobile applications including fax, e-mail, remote LAN
access, or connection to Cellular Digital Packet Data network
services.
The combination of voice and data operation and PCMCIA packaging
offers you wide-area communication, broad system platform coverage,
and high-speed data communication capabilities. The IBM Wireless
Modem for Cellular/CDPD continues IBM's tradition as a leader in
PCMCIA data communication capabilities. Functions include:
o Multimode Support
- Cellular Digital Packet Data network services, which supports
data communications up to 19.2Kbps over TCP/IP
- Cellular voice communications over the Advanced Mobile Phone
System (AMPS).
- Data and fax communication over the AMPS cellular network up to
speeds of 14.4 Kbps with TX-CEL** enhanced cellular throughput
technology.
The ability to support both CDPD and cellular data via AMPS
provides the broadest wireless network coverage possible.
o PCMCIA Form Factor -- Support for PCMCIA Type II slots and release
2.01 of the PCMCIA Specifications is provided. Device drivers
that operate with PCMCIA card and socket services are included.
o Installation Flexibility -- The IBM Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD can be installed internally or externally depending
on the system platform.
o Advanced Power Management -- For most IBM and non-IBM portable
systems, a battery-assist option allows the radio to remain
powered on without drawing current from the system battery.
o Software Support -- Includes software applications that provide
maximum functionality "right out of the box." These include:
- IBM Wireless Modem Manager
- Quicklink Mobile Fax/Modem software
- IBM TCP/IP program elements
The IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD supports DOS, Windows+ and
native OS/2(R) 3.0. OS/2 support will be available on
September 29, 1995, through a software upgrade.
Description Purchase Price
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
with Battery Assist Option $1095
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
with Tray Option 995
Planned Availability Date: June 30, 1995
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DESCRIPTION
PCMCIA Data Communication Capabilities
o Multimode support
CDPD network services is an emerging wireless data technology
being deployed over existing cellular AMPS networks by leading
cellular service providers. These cellular service providers
include GTE**, McCaw Cellular, AirTouch** Communications,
Bell-Atlantic Mobile, Ameritech**, BellSouth, and Sprint**
Cellular.
o Installation Flexibility -- The IBM Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD can be installed internally in the ThinkPad(R) on a
number of models including the Thinkpad 755CD, 755CE, and 755CSE.
This is accomplished through a specially designed tray that
replaces the floppy disk drive (FDD).
For all other mobile platforms (IBM and non-IBM), the IBM Wireless
Modem for Cellular/CDPD PCMCIA Type II modem can be installed in
the PCMCIA slot with an external cable to the RF Deck. The RF
Deck can be attached to the back of the system cover with the
provided mounting plate.
o Advanced Power Management -- For the Thinkpad 755CD, 755CE, and
755CSE, integration into the Thinkpad's FDD bay allows the IBM
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD to run off of the system's
battery. The IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD can preserve
battery power through a number of sleep modes that reduce battery
drainage when the IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD is not in
use.
o Software Support -- The IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
includes software applications that provide maximum functionality
"right out of the box." These include:
- IBM Wireless Modem Manager lets you switch between the various
modes of the product (CDPD, Cellular Amps Voice, Cellular AMPs
data). It provides dialing capabilities for the AMPS voice
function and connection management to CDPD network services.
IBM Wireless Modem Manager allows user setup, configuration,
and installation.
- Quicklink Mobile Fax/Modem software lets you send and receive
faxes or send and receive data via the Cellular AMPS data mode.
Quicklink Mobile also aids in the configuration of the PCMCIA
slot.
- IBM TCP/IP program elements (subset of IBM TCP/IP) are
provided to support CDPD network connection. In addition, FTP,
SMTP, and PING are provided.
Wireless Data Communication
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD lets you send and receive data
to and from corporate networks by using the cellular network. You
can utilize the Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD to send data in one
of two ways. In CDPD mode, you can register onto the CDPD network,
which is an IP network similar to the Internet. In CDPD mode, you
can access applications defined to the CDPD network, or can send
information back through gateways to the Internet or other
value-added networks (VANs).
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD also runs in circuit-switched
cellular mode that lets you dial into modems, modem pools, or fax
machines for asynchronous communication or facsimile.
Circuit-switched cellular mode is similar to landline communication
to a modem with the difference being that the cellular network is
utilized as opposed to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
Forward-error-correction protocols are utilized in circuit-switched
cellular mode to obtain speeds up to 14.4Kbps.
Voice Communication
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD also lets you make cellular
voice calls over the AMPS cellular network. An earphone is shipped
with the product to utilize the voice functions. You can dial a
phone number through the Wireless Modem Manager software GUI.
IBM Wireless Modem Manager
The Wireless Modem Manager manages the various modes of the Wireless
Modem for Cellular/CDPD. It lets you switch between voice,
circuit-switched cellular, and CDPD communication. It provides the
following features and functions:
o Voice Cellular support (for example, dialing and phone book)
o Communication status indicators (for example, signal strength)
o Connection services for the CDPD network
o Address configuration and security
PRODUCT POSITIONING
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD is a high-speed, multifunctional
PCMCIA modem for IBM and non-IBM portable systems. It complements
users of IBM and non-IBM portable systems by supporting wireless
wide-area connectivity for applications including fax, two-way
messaging, remote LAN access, terminal emulation, and connection to
CDPD network services.
The strengths of the IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD are:
o Wide-Area Communication
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD provides wireless data
communication support in most geographical locations. If you are
in a geographical location that does not have CDPD support, or
will have CDPD support in the near future, the multimode
functionality of the Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD allows you
to migrate from AMPS cellular to CDPD when it is available.
- CDPD Services -- low-cost packet data transmission capability
- Cellular AMPS Support -- for voice and data communications
- PCMCIA form factor -- for broad platform compatibility
o Packaging Flexibility
Can be packaged to work with most system platforms and is
available in the following configurations:
- Battery Assist Option -- for IBM and non-IBM portables
- 755 FDD Tray option -- for integration into certain IBM
Thinkpad models
o Solution-Oriented
Software included to provide complete solution
- Wireless Modem Manager included for adapter mode management,
AMPS phone dialing, and connection to CDPD services
- QuickLink Mobile Fax/Modem software included for fax and data
transfer capabilities
- IBM TCP/IP software included for connection to CDPD services
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD Product Positioning
.-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------.
| | | Wireless | | ThinkPad |
| | Wireless | Modem | Wireless | Mobile |
| | Modem | for | Modem | Communi- |
| | for | Cellular | for | cations |
| | ARDIS | CDPD | Mobitex | Module |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| | | V.32bis, | | V.32, |
| | | TXCEL | MASC | MNP-5 |
| | MDC 4800 | and | and | and |
| Protocols | & RD-LAP | CDPD 1.0 | AT | CDPD |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| Signaling | 4.8 | 14.4 | | 14.4 |
| Rates | and | and | | and |
| (kbps) | 19.2 | 19.2 | 19.2 | 19.2 |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| Duplex | Half | Full | Half | Full |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | PCMCIA | PCMCIA | | |
| Form | II with | II with | PCMCIA | |
| Factor | RF Deck | RF Deck | Type III | Custom |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| Internal | | | | |
| Radio | | | | |
| Design | 5 V | 5 V | 7.2 V | 7.2 V |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| Cellular | | | | |
| Voice | No | Yes | No | Yes |
|-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------|
| Land | | | | |
| Line | | | | |
| Modem | No | No | No | Yes |
'-----------+----------+----------+----------+----------'
This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications
Commission. This device is not, and may not be offered, for sale or
lease, or sold or leased until the approval of the FCC has been
obtained.
PUBLICATIONS
The following publication is shipped with the product. Additional
copies are available immediately.
Part
Title Number
IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
User's Guide 04H7372
The following publication will be available by May, 1995. To order,
contact your IBM representative.
Part
Title Number
IBM Wireless Modems Technical
Reference Manual SC30-3692
Softcopy versions of the publications will be available from the IBM
Networking Systems FTP server.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Specified Operating Environment
Physical Specifications: Type II PCMCIA modem
o Width: 54 mm
o Depth: 85.6 mm
o Height: 5 mm
o Weight: 30 g
RF Deck --
o Width: 54 mm
o Depth: 89.6 mm
o Height: 10.5 mm
o Weight: 50 g
Environmental
o Operating temperature range: -20(degs)to 50(degs) C
o Relative humidity: 95%
o Storage temperature range: -10(degs)to 60(degs) C
Power
o 5.0 VDC from system unit (across PCMCIA)
o Advanced power management attributes
- Radio power down
- DSP power down
- Microprocessor power down
- CDPD sleep
o AMPS voice mode average power -- 800 mA
o AMPS data mode average power -- 800 mA
o CDPD listen mode average power -- 300 mA
o Sleep mode average power -- 80 mA
Radio Characteristics
o Operating range: 824Mhz to 849Mhz and 860Mhz to 894Mhz
o Full duplex
o 0.6W transmit power: continuously variable from 1 mw to 0.6W
o Receiver sensitivity: -116 dBm
o Antenna: 1/4-wave helical monopole, 1.5 dBi gain,
omnidirectional
o Antenna connector: Mini SMB coax connector (180(degs) rotation)
Hardware Requirements: The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD operates
on a AMPS Cellular radio network. The operating range is 824Mhz to
849Mhz and 860Mhz to 894Mhz. Actual operating ranges may vary in
some countries. Availability of this product is dependent on current
country cellular networks and certification for use by the country.
Activation Issues
Depending on which modes the product needs to support (voice/circuit-
switched/CDPD), activation will be required to utilize the cellular
network.
If the voice and circuit-switched data modes are required, the local
service provider will have to activate the Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD electronic serial number (ESN) and assign a phone
number.
If CDPD mode is required the local service provider will have to
activate the Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD Electronic ID (EID) and
assign a CDPD address.
Configuration Issues
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD can be ordered for one of two
configurations, depending on the system platform that is being
utilized:
o Thinkpad Tray Option (25H4775, 25H4803, 25H4804) allows
integration of the Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD into a
Thinkpad by replacing the floppy disk drive bay. This is
supported for the following Thinkpad models:
- Thinkpad 755CD, 755CE, and 755CSE
o The Battery Assist Option (04H7122, 25H4785, 25H4786) allows
operation for any system with a Type II or Type III PCMCIA 2.1
slot.
IBM will continue to test the modem in laptops. The latest list of
laptops is available by calling 800-772-2227 and pressing 3 for the
automated fax system.
Software Requirements: The Wireless Modem Manager, provided as part
of the base ship group, allows utilization and management of the
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD. The Wireless Modem Manager
provides the following functions:
o Switching between the various modes of the Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD
o Installation and configuration
o Dialing for Cellular Amps Voice/Cellular Amps Data
o Connection to CDPD network services
Included with the Wireless Modem Manager is Quicklink Mobile
Fax/Modem software. Quicklink Mobile provides the following
functions:
o PCMCIA configuration
o Fax
o Terminal emulation (ANSI, VT100, VT200)
o File transfer (ZMODEM, YMODEM, KERMIT)
Also included with Wireless Modem Manager are program elements of the
IBM TCP/IP program product. These elements include:
o IBM TCP/IP stack
o FTP
o Ping
o SMTP
CDPD Mode
o Cellular Digital Packet Data, Release 1.0.
Circuit-Switched Mode
o Data -- V.32bis, V.32, V.23, V.22 bis, V.22 A/B, V.21, Bell 212A
and 103
o Error Control -- V.42, MNP 2-4, MNP 10, TX-CEL
o Data Compression -- V.42bis, MNP 5
o Fax Modem -- V.17, V.29, V.27ter, V.21 ch2
o Fax Protocol -- T.4, T.30 EIA/TIA 578 Class1, EIA/TIA Class2
Other Software requirements
o OS/2 Version 3.0
o Windows+ Version 3.1
o Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) for OS/2
o Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Version 1.2.1 for DOS/Windows
o IBM DOS Version 5.2 -- 6.3
o Microsoft** DOS Version 5.02 -- 6.2
Note: IBM DOS 6.1 supports Card and Socket Services Release 2.1
Adapter Driver Support -- PC Card Utilities and Device Drivers: The
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD must be recognized by a PC Card
Utility. Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD has been tested with IBM
Card and Socket Services, Easyplay, and PC Card Director.
Point enablers are provided for machines that do not support Card and
Socket services.
o PC Card Utilities
- DOS Socket Services Driver, Version 1.21, and later
- PCMCIA Socket Services Release 2.00, and later
- DOS Card Services Driver, Version 1.18, and later
- PCMCIA Card Services Release 2.00, and later
- DOS PCMCIA Resource Map Utility Device Driver, Version 1.05,
and later
- PC Card Power Management Driver, Version 2.07, and later
- DOS PCMCIA PC Card Auto Configurator, Version 1.06, and later
- Easyplaying/PC Card Director for Windows 1.01, and later
- Easyplaying/PC Card Director for DOS 1.02, and later
o Device Drivers -- NDIS 2.01 (provided by Wireless Modem Manager )
o Hardware diagnostics and microcode loader
- IBM DOS 5.2 to IBM DOS 6.3
- Microsoft DOS 5.02 to MS DOS 6.2
Note: Updated versions of microcode are available from the IBM
Bulletin Board at 919-517-0001
Limitations: The user is limited to one Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD per machine at any given time.
Each Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD can support up to two number
assignment modules, two network equipment identifiers, one electronic
serial number, and one electronic identifier.
You should not use this product in airplanes or near blasting areas.
Planning Information
Customer Responsibilities: The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
transmits and receives data over the cellular network, in either
circuit-switched or CDPD mode. Local cellular service providers
should be contacted to determine if these modes are available in the
location of choice.
Access to your enterprise or LAN network may be provided through
modem pools or gateways that the local service providers have
installed on the cellular network. Local cellular service providers
should be contacted to see if these gateways have been installed.
Cable Orders: Cables will be supplied as part of the base shipment
group of the product. For part numbers 04H7122, 25H4785, and
25H4786, a cable will be supplied to connect the modem to the RF
deck. For part numbers 25H4755, 25H4803, and 25H4804, a ribbon cable
to connect the RF deck to the modem for integration into the FDD tray
will be supplied
Problem Determination: Problem determination for the Wireless Modem
for Cellular/CDPD can be performed in different ways.
The Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD has a set of LEDs that can
indicate potential problems with wireless communication.
o LED #1 POST Test
This LED will be on "green" if there is power to the adapter and
it has passed the Power On Self Test (POST)
o LED #2 Network Coverage
This LED will be on "green" if the adapter is within range of a
mobile base station and is receiving information from the control
channel.
o LED #3 Data Transmission
This LED will on "green" if the adapter is transmitting data
packets
Through the Wireless Modem Manager, there are a number of software
status indicators that are displayed to the user. These status
indicators alert the user to the following:
o Signal strength -- indicates the strength of the incoming signal
from the cellular base site.
o Battery level -- indicates the level of battery power remaining to
power the radio deck. Viable for External Battery Assist option
only.
Packaging: One box
Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD
o Battery Assist Option
- Cellular RF deck
- Type II PCMCIA Cellular/CDPD modem
- Connector cable
- Antenna
- Miniature earpiece/microphone
- Battery Assist sleave
o Battery Assist Option - Multipack of 5
- 5 Cellular RF decks
- 5 Type II PCMCIA Cellular/CDPD modems
- 5 Connector cables
- 5 Antennas
- 5 Miniature earpiece/microphone
- 5 Battery Assist sleeves
o Battery Assist Option - Multipack of 30
- 30 Cellular RF decks
- 30 Type II PCMCIA Cellular/CDPD modems
- 30 Connector cables
- 30 Antennas
- 30 Miniature earpiece/microphone
- 30 Battery Assist sleeves
o Thinkpad Tray Option
- Cellular RF deck
- Type II PCMCIA Cellular/CDPD modem
- Internal ribbon connector cable
- Antenna
- Miniature earpiece/microphone
- FDD Tray
o Thinkpad Tray Option - Multipack of 5
- 5 Cellular RF decks
- 5 Type II PCMCIA Cellular/CDPD modems
- 5 Internal ribbon connector cables
- 5 Antennas
- 5 Miniature earpieces/microphones
- 5 FDD Trays
o Thinkpad Tray Option - Multipack of 30
- 30 Cellular RF deck
- 30 Type II PCMCIA Cellular/CDPD modems
- 30 Internal ribbon connector cables
- 30 Antennas
- 30 Miniature earpieces/microphones
- 30 FDD Trays
o Software
- Installation Aid and Diagnostics
- QuickLink Mobile Data/Fax Software
- IBM Wireless Modem Manager
- IBM TCP/IP (Stack Only)
o Documentation
- Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD User's Guide
Security, Auditability, and Control
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and
appropriate controls in application systems and communications
facilities.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
MES Discount Applicable: No
Field Installable Feature: Yes
Warranty Period: One Year
Customer Set up: Yes
All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to
the IBM machines in which the feature is installed.
National Education Price (NEP): A NEP is available under the terms
and conditions of the NEP List.
CHARGES
Feature Part Purchase
Description Number Number Price
8550-ZZZ
Wireless Modem for
cellular/CDPD
with Battery
Assist Option 7567 04H7122 $ 1,095
Wireless Modem for
cellular/CDPD
with Tray Option 7569 25H4775 995
Feature Part Purchase
Description Number Number Price
Wireless Modem for
cellular/CDPD
with Battery
Assist Option
Multipack of 5 4433 25H4785 $ 5,310
Wireless Modem for
cellular/CDPD
with Tray Option
Multipack of 5 4452 25H4803 4,825
Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD
with Battery
Assist Option
Multipack of 30 4450 25H4786 31,860
Wireless Modem for
Cellular/CDPD
with Tray Option
Multipack of 30 4453 25H4804 28,950
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mark of others.