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3G Mobile Wireless Router

TEW-655BR3G (Version v1.0R)

  • Share the Internet from anywhere you have a 3G mobile connection
  • Compatible with USB modems from every major mobile provider
  • Built in rechargeable 2.5 hour lithium Ion battery under full loading (4 hours in idle)
  • One-touch connection with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT
The TEW-655BR3G (Version v1.0R) has been discontinued. For a list of discontinued products, click here.

The 3G Mobile Wireless Router (model TEW-655BR3G) connects to the Internet either using a traditional hard wired connection or by cutting the cables and connecting with a compatible wireless mobile USB dongle from a 3G* Internet service provider such as AT&T™, Sprint™, T-Mobile™, or Verizon™**. Designed for true portability the router has a rechargeable and replaceable 2.5 hour lithium ion battery. Compatible with USB dongles from every mobile provider, this compact router connects to the Internet anywhere there is a 3G* mobile connection.

No installation is required, simply plug the 3G* USB adapter into the router to share a single Internet connection. The latest wireless encryption protects your valuable data. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) integrates other WPS supported clients at the touch of a button. An on/off switch on the back of the devices saves battery life. For long trips, power the router with TRENDnet's Car Adapter, model TA-CC.

  • 1 x 10/100Mbps LAN/WAN (optional) port
  • High-speed data rates up to 150Mbps using an IEEE 802.11n connection***
  • Works with UMTS/HSPA, WCDMA (HSDPA), CDMA2000 (EV-DO), and TD-SCDMA mobile networks
  • 1x USB 2.0 port connects respective third party wireless mobile 3G dongles, from ISPs such as AT&T™, Sprint™, T-Mobile™, or Verizon™**
  • See the compatibility list on the TEW-655BR3G product Web page for specific USB modem compatibility
  • Following initial setup, compatible USB modems will be auto-detected for rapid Internet access
  • Rechargeable and replaceable 2.5 hour lithium Ion battery under full loading and 4 hours in idle mode (Compliant with NP120 type batteries)
  • Built-in antennas provide high-speed performance and expansive wireless coverage
  • Advanced Firewall protection with Network Address Translation (NAT) and Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)
  • Access restriction with Internet Access Control by URL, Domain, packet type, and MAC address
  • Built in pre-configured virtual servers and Application Level Gateway services for special Internet applications
  • Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for auto discovery and support for device configuration of Internet applications
  • Easy setup via Web browser using the latest versions of Internet Explorer, FireFox, Netscape, Safari, and Chrome
  • One touch wireless setup using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
  • Travel sized compact design, with optional Car Adapter (model TA-CC sold separately)
  • WPA/WPA2-PSK support
  • Dyanamic DNS service support
  • Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization controls
  • SNMP V2c support
  • Routing Information Protocol (RIP) table support
  • Easy setup installation wizard with built-in WAN auto detection
  • 3- year limited warranty

*List of compatible 3G USB modems**Must have an active Internet plan with the respective third party mobile provider***Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials, and other conditions.

Hardware
Standards
  • Wired: IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T), IEEE 802.3u (100Base-TX)
  • Wireless: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n based on IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) technology
  • USB: USB 2.0, USB 1.1
USB Port
  • 1 x USB 2.0 port for 3G* USB adapter (Internet)
Ethernet Port
  • 1 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX port (LAN/Internet WAN)
WAN Connection Type
  • Ethernet: Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, PPtP USB: 3G, 3.75G
Compatible Mobile Networks
  • UMTS/HSPA, WCDMA (HSDPA), CDMA2000 (EV-DO), and TD-SCDMA
Compatible Carriers in USA
  • AT&T*, Sprint*, Verizon*, T-Mobile *
Compatible USB Modems
Router/ Firewall
  • NAT, NAPT, and SPI
  • Static / Dynamic Route (RIP v1/v2)
  • UPnP, DMZ, Static/Dynamic Route support
  • DoS (blocking ping, port scan, sync flood)
  • MAC, port range, service, domain and URL filtering (deny or allow) and ICMP blocking
Power Switch
  • On/off
WPS Button
  • Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) connects to WPS compliant devices
Battery
  • 3.7V, 1700mAh Li-ION battery (Compliant with NP120 type batteries)
LED Indicator
  • Power, Wireless/WPS, USB (3G modem), Ethernet (WAN/LAN)
Power Adapter
  • 5V, 2A DC
Power Consumption
  • System operation: 350mA (max)
  • Battery charging: 900mA (max)
Dimension (L x W x H)
  • 107 x 76 x 21 mm (4.2 x 2.9 x 0.8 in.)
Weight
  • 97.38g
Temperature
  • Operation: 0°~ 45°C (32°F~ 113°F)
  • Storage: -10°~ 70°C (14°F~158 °F)
Humidity
  • Max 95% (non-condensing)
Certifications
  • CE, FCC
Wireless
Frequency
  • 2.400 ~ 2.484GHz
Modulation
  • OFDM, DSSS, BPSK, QPSK, CCK
Data Rate
  • 802.11b: up to 11Mbps
  • 802.11g: up to 54Mbps
  • 802.11n: up to 150Mbps
Encryption
  • 64/128-bit WEP, WPA-PSK(TKIP)/WPA2-PSK(AES)
Output Power
  • 802.11b: 13dBm @ 11Mbps
  • 802.11g: 11dBm @54Mbps
  • 802.11n: 10dBm @ 150Mbps
Receiving Sensitivity
  • 802.11b: -85dBm @ 11Mbps
  • 802.11g: -70dBm @ 54Mbps
  • 802.11n: -68dBm @ 150Mbos
Channels
  • 1~11 (FCC), 1~13 (ETSI)

PACKAGE CONTENTS
  • TEW-655BR3G
  • Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
  • CD-ROM (User's Guide)
  • Cat. 5 Ethernet cable (1 m / 3.2 ft.)
  • Power adapter (5V, 2A)
  • Rechargeable Battery (3.7V, 1700mAh)

All references to speed are for comparison purposes only. Product specifications, size, and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted herein.

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