5G / 4G / 3G module for Jetson Orin
Supports 5G / 4G / 3G networks and GNSS positioning
Based on the Quectel RM520N-GL 5G global module, supports 3GPP 16

Features at a Glance
| Based on Qualcomm X62 platform, supports 5G NSA and SA networking, with multi-mode multi-band support |
| Multi-constellation dual-band positioning: GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS |
| USB 3.1 port (USB 2.0 compatible) for connecting to Jetson Orin, PC, or Raspberry Pi to enable high speed 5G network |
| Onboard standard M.2 B KEY slot and module selection switches, compatible with RM520N-GL / RM530N-GL / RM500U-CNV / EM060K-GL modules |
| 4 x SMA antenna connectors, easy to install the antennas |
| Reserved UART solder pads for convenient data transmission and other functions with certain modules |
| Onboard 1-ch Nano SIM card slot and 1-ch eSIM slot in QFN-8 (5 × 6) package, supporting dual SIM single standby, switchable via AT command |
| Onboard power switch, reset button, and LED indicator for convenient power control and status monitoring |
| Onboard high-efficiency power supply circuit, up to 3A output current |
Specifications
| 5G / 4G Module | SIM8260G-M2 | SIM8262E-M2 | RM520N-GL | SIM7600G-H-M.2 |
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| 5G Standard | 3GPP R16 | 3GPP R16 | 3GPP R16 | - |
| Chip Solution | Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 | Qualcomm MDM9607 |
| Applicable Regions | Global | Except Americas | Global | Global |
| Dimensions (mm) | 30.0 × 52.0 × 2.3 | 30.0 × 42.0 × 2.3 | 30.0 × 52.0 × 2.3 | 42.0 × 31.4 × 3.8 |
| Frequency Band | ||||
| 5G SA | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n18, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n18, n20, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n18, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79 | - |
| 5G NSA | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n75, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n18, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79 | - |
| LTE-FDD | B1–B5, B7, B8, B12–B14, B17–B20, B25–B30, B32, B66, B71 | B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32 | B1–B5, B7, B8, B12–B14, B17–B20, B25, B26, B28–B30, B32, B66, B71 | B1–B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B18–B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 |
| LTE-TDD | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48 | B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43 | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48 | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41 |
| WCDMA | B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B19 | B1, B5, B8 | B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B19 | B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS | |||
| Data Rate (SA) | 2.5Gbps / 0.9Gbps | 2.4Gbps / 1Gbps | 2.4Gbps / 900Mbps | - |
| Data Rate (NSA) | 3.47Gbps / 460Mbps | 3.4Gbps / 600Mbps | 3.4Gbps / 550Mbps | - |
| LTE | 1.6Gbps / 200Mbps | 1.6Gbps / 200Mbps | 1.6Gbps / 200Mbps | 150Mbps / 50Mbps |
| HSPA+ | 42Mbps / 5.76Mbps | 42Mbps / 5.76Mbps | 42Mbps / 5.76Mbps | 42Mbps / 5.76Mbps |
Multi Mode Multi Band
based on the Qualcomm platform, supports 5G NSA and SA networking and multi-mode multi-band capabilities, suitable for a wide range of application scenarios.

* the frequency band diagram above is for reference only,
please confirm the supported bands according to your local service provider.
Multi System Support
Supports Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11, Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi OS, and OpenWRT systems. Just plug it into USB port, go through some driver installation and simple configuration, the high speed 5G network connection would be ready to use

Multi Host Support
Enabling 5G high speed connection for Jetson Orin / PC / Raspberry Pi
Connecting Jetson Orin to Internet

Connecting Windows to Internet

* stands for idealized data rate, the actual data rate depends on factors like network coverage, traffic congestion, host performance, base station condition, etc.
Cloud Communication

Application Example

What's On Board

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1. USB3.1 port USB 2.0 compatible, for connecting with different hosts |
8. Power supply switch Switch the power supply mode: When set to USB, the module is powered via the "1. USB3.1 port" When set to EXT PWR, the module is powered by the external power supply via the "3. USB Type-C port" |
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2. M.2 slot compatible with most SIMCom and QUECTEL 4G / 5G modules in M.2 form factor |
9. Indicator Easy to monitor the operating status of module |
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3. USB Type-C port 5V 3A power input, stable and flexible power supply |
10. Audio jack SIM82XX / SIM7600X series supports audio function, but RM5XX series temporarily does not support this function |
| 4. Reset button |
11. eSIM card slot QFN-8 (5 × 6) package, configurable via AT commands |
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5. Module fixing holes supports 3042 / 3052 package modules |
12. Nano SIM card slot onboard dual SIM card slots, dual card single standby |
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6. Antenna connectors Supports quad antennas |
13. Level conversion circuit |
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7. Module settings switch Switch A to ON for SIM7600X / A7906X / SIM7906X / SIM7912X series 4G M.2 modules Switch B to ON for SIM8202X / SIM8200EA / SIM8262X / SIM8260X series 5G M.2 modules Switch C to ON for RM520N-GL / RM530X / EM06X series 5G / LTE-A M.2 modules |
14. Reserved UART and audio interface pads |
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15. Mounting holes for installing this module onto the Jetson Orin board via screws |
16. Audio drive circuit |
| 17. Power supply circuit |
18. Fan header for 5V cooling fan |
Installation Introduction

* for reference only, please refer to the package content for detailed part list
Outline Dimensions

Resources & Services
Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/RM520N-GL_5G_for_Jetson_Orin
Package Content
Weight: 0.242 kg
1. Jetson Orin M.2 4G / 5G expansion board x1
2. 5G antenna x4
3. SMA protective cap (5PCS) x1
4. RM520N-GL x1
5. IPEX1 to IPEX4 adapter cable ~13cm x2
6. IPEX1 to IPEX4 adapter cable ~5cm x2
7. Screws pack x1
8. GPS External Antenna (C) x1
9. Dual plug USB3.0 Type-A cable x1
10. Heatsink x1
11. USB 3.0 Adapter (C) x1
12. Screwdriver x1

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