Cisco HWIC-3G-GSM Configuring

Configuring the 3G Wireless High-Speed WAN
Interface Cards for Cisco 1841, 1861, and 2800 and
3800 Series Routers (HWIC-3G-GSM and
HWIC-3G-HSPA)
First Published: March 14, 2007
Revised: April 15, 2009
The Third Generation (3G) Wireless High-Speed WAN Interface Card (HWIC) is a multiband,
multiservice WAN card for use over WCDMA Radio Access Networks (RAN). It is used as the primary
WAN connectivity and as a backup for critical applications. The 3G HWIC can also be used as the
primary WAN connection.
Unless specifically mentioned, in this document, 3G HWIC refers to both the HWIC-3G-HSPA and
Note
HWIC-3G-GSM SKUs.
It is supported on the following Cisco integrated services routers (Cisco ISRs):
• Cisco 1841
Cisco 1861
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Cisco 2800 series
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Cisco 3800 series
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The 3G HWICs provide the following functionality:
Broadband WAN connectivity using high-speed cellular data technology
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Support for the following technologies:
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High Speed Packet Access (HSPA)
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- High-speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA)
- High-speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA)
Universal Mobile Telecommunication System (UMTS)
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– Enhanced Data-Rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE)
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