FAQ Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card by
Novatel WirelessTM (MerlinTM EX720)
Q: What is the Merlin EX720 Express Card by Novatel Wireless?
A:The Merlin EX720 is the first Rev A capable express card to be introduced to the U.S. marketplace.
Q: What networks does the Merlin EX720 operate on?
A:The Merlin EX720 operates on Sprint’s nationwide CDMA 1xRTT and Mobile BroadbandSM (CDMA 1xEV- DO Rev 0 and Rev A) networks.
Q:Which Operating Systems are supported for use with the Novatel Wireless Merlin EX720?
A:Microsoft Windows 2000 /XP/Vista; The Macintosh OS X version 10.4.8 or higher and Linux OS. The following Operating Systems are not supported: Palm and Pocket PC (Windows Mobile).
Q:Does the MerlinTM EX720 support voice calls, fax and/or text messaging?
A:No. Voice calls, fax and text messaging are not supported.
Q:Which applications are well suited for using with the MerlinTM EX720 and the improved upload speeds?
A:
Consumer | Business | Applications |
√ | √ | Email – Send large files faster |
√ | √ | Internet/Intranet Access |
√ | √ | Video Conferencing and Surveillance |
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| Online Gaming |
| √ | Corporate Server (using VPN) Access |
| √ | Online Field Service Systems |
| √ | Healthcare/Insurance, sending images |
√ | √ | GPS enablement for “locate & search” |
QHow can I tell what type of slot my computer has?
A:If you’re not sure what type of slot your computer has, check the documentation that was provided with your computer, or contact the computer manufacturer.
Q: Will my Merlin EX720 ExpressCard plug into a 34mm or 54mm ExpressCard slot?
A:The ACEX720 ExpressCard is a 34 mm device and will plug into either an ExpressCard/34 slot or ExpressCard/54 ("Universal") slot. If you insert the ExpressCard into a Universal slot, the internal guidance feature gently directs the module over to engage the connectors. See the diagram below.
