I can't comment on driver support under Linux for this hotspot btw (Only an issue for USB connection of course). Sierra's website doesn't list any Linux drivers for this device.
I'm using it with LTE Promotional Plan (10GB for $52) as this is my only Rogers device. On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 12:44 PM, Bruce N <[email protected]> wrote: > Thanks for the input Alex. I thought that is only a wifi hotspot and > doesn't have a USB port. If it does, then it's a better option given it's > same price. And yes, connection creation and tear down time is really > important for SIP calls. Do you have that on a data sharing plan? > > Regards, > Bruce > > > > On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 12:39 PM, Alex Kink <[email protected]> wrote: > >> Can't comment on these specific products but I've used a whole bunch of >> products from both manufacturers and I've always liked Sierra Wireless >> hardware more (especially the speed of establishing connection with the >> mobile network). >> >> Have you considered Sierra Wireless 763 hotspot? I'm currently using one >> with Rogers. You can use it both as a hotspot and as a "modem" by >> connecting it with USB. I use it as a hotspot for SIP calls on a daily >> basis without any problems. >> >> >> On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 12:31 PM, Bruce N <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Good Afternoon Everyone, >>> >>> I am deciding between Novatel U679 and Sierra 330U from Bell (LTE sticks >>> they offer currently). >>> >>> It's to be used with a Linux based workstation or router + Asterisk. >>> Anyone >>> can recommend one over the other? I think both have drivers for Linux. I >>> am >>> more keen on the uptime tests you may have experienced with these: >>> >>> *Novatel U679* >>> *Sierra 330U* >>> >>> Thanks, >>> Bruce >>> >> >> >
