5GD-S-N52G 5G USB Dongle Datasheet & Specs | EXVIST

Datasheet of 5GD‑S‑N52G

5G USB Dongle (Standard Edition · Plastic Enclosure · Built‑in FPC Antennas)

1. Product Overview

The 5GD‑S‑N52G is a 5G USB dongle built around the Quectel RM520N‑GL 5G Sub‑6 GHz industrial‑grade module. It adopts an M.2‑to‑USB 3.1 solution, integrates a Nano SIM slot, and features four built‑in FPC antennas – no external antennas are required. Users simply plug the dongle into a computer’s USB port, install the appropriate drivers, and configure the APN if necessary, to gain high‑speed 5G/4G/3G connectivity.

This product does not include Wi‑Fi functionality; it serves as a pure cellular‑access device. The plastic enclosure makes it lightweight and cost‑effective, ideal for office, home, and mobile working environments.

2. Key Features

  1. Powered by Quectel RM520N‑GL (global version) 5G Sub‑6 GHz module
  2. Compliant with 3GPP Release 16, supporting both NSA and SA modes
  3. Four built‑in FPC antennas (no external antennas needed)
  4. USB 3.1 Type‑A interface (backward compatible with USB 2.0)
  5. On‑board Nano SIM slot
  6. Integrated multi‑constellation GNSS receiver (GPS/GLONASS/BDS/Galileo)
  7. Driver support for Windows, Linux, and Android
  8. DFOTA (Delta Firmware Over‑The‑Air) support
  9. Plastic enclosure, lightweight, passive cooling
3. Hardware Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Product Model
5GD‑S‑N52G
Built‑in Module
Module Dimensions
30.0×52.0×2.3 mm
Module Weight
8.9g
Module Standard
3GPP Release 16
Module Grade
Industrial
Target Region
Global (GL version)
Enclosure Material
Plastic
Antenna Solution
4 × built‑in FPC antennas (integrated inside housing)
Host Interface
USB 3.1 Type‑A
SIM Slot 
1 × Nano SIM
Supply Voltage
3.135 ~ 4.4 V (typical 3.7 V)
Power Off Current
70μA
Sleep Current
4.0 mA
Operating Temperature
-30°C ~ +75°C
Extended Temperature
-40°C ~ +85°C

4. Radio Specifications (based on RM520N‑GL)

4.1 Supported Frequency Bands

  1. 5G NR (SA/NSA): 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
  2. LTE‑FDD: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12(B17), B13, B14, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71
  3. LTE‑TDD: B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48
  4. WCDMA/UMTS: B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19

4.2 Data Rates

  1. 5G SA: DL up to 2.4 Gbps / UL up to 900 Mbps
  2. 5G NSA: DL up to 3.4 Gbps / UL up to 550 Mbps

4.3 GNSS

  1. Supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo with Qualcomm® IZat location technology Gen9C Lite.

5. Driver Support

Operating System
Support
Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11
Yes
Linux (ECM/MBIM/RNDIS/QMI)
Yes
Android
Yes
Notes
Drivers for Windows can be obtained from Quectel’s official website or the module driver download page. Linux distributions often include native support; Android devices support USB tethering modes.

6. APN Configuration Guide (Important)

If the dongle does not automatically connect after inserting a Nano SIM, the most common cause is an incorrect or missing APN (Access Point Name). This is especially true for foreign operators – manual APN setting is often required.

Configuration steps (Windows example):

1. Open Network & Internet Settings → Dial‑up → Set up a new connection → Dial‑up connection.
2. Leave the dial‑up number blank or enter *99# (depending on carrier).
3. Leave username and password blank (most carriers do not require them).
4. If connection fails, go to Advanced settings → Network adapters → locate the cellular connection and enter the APN manually.
  1.  Alternatively, in Device Manager, open the modem properties, and in the “Extra initialization commands” field, enter: AT+CGDCONT=1,"IP","<your_APN>"
5. Common APNs for reference (always verify with your operator):
  1. T‑Mobile (US): fast.t-mobile.com
  2. AT&T (US): attinternet
  3. Vodafone (Europe): internet.vodafone
  4. EE (UK): everywhere
  5. SoftBank (Japan): plus.4g
For Linux/Android: create a new mobile broadband connection in the network manager and enter the APN manually.
Notes
NOTES: If the issue persists, verify that the SIM card has an active data plan and supports the required 5G bands.

7. Environmental & Reliability

Parameter
Specification
Operating Temperature
-30°C ~ +75°C
Extended Temperature
-40°C ~ +85°C
Storage Temperature
-40°C ~ +90°C (ref. module)
Vibration Resistance
Industrial‑grade standard

8. Dimensions & Appearance

  1. Enclosure: Plastic (black), approx. 94 × 36 × 14 mm (excluding USB connector)
  2. Internal FPC antennas – no protruding parts, sleek and tidy.

9. Typical Applications

  1. Laptop/desktop temporary connectivity in office and home
  2. Home gateways, set‑top boxes
  3. Mobile office and travel backup networks
  4. Industrial PDA or tablet 5G expansion

10. Package Contents

  1. 5GD‑S‑N52G main unit × 1

11. Ordering Information

Ordering Model
Description
5GD‑S‑N52G
5G USB Dongle, plastic enclosure, built‑in FPC antennas (4), built‑in RM520N‑GL, no Wi‑Fi

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