RM530N-GL 5G DONGLE Expansion Board: USB 3.2, Aluminum Alloy Case, Quad Antennas & Global 5G Support
Key Features Highlighted in the Title:
RM530N-GL 5G Module: Supports global 5G Sub-6 GHz and mmWave bands for high-speed connectivity worldwide 310.
USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port: Enables fast data transfer (up to 5Gbps) and seamless integration with devices like Raspberry Pi, PCs, or Jetson Nano 35.
Aluminum Alloy Enclosure: Durable CNC-machined design with oxidation dull-polish finish for heat dissipation and rugged use 39.
Quad High-Gain Antennas: Four SMA connectors with IPEX 4代 interfaces for stable 5G/4G signal reception 13.
M.2 Key B Interface: Compatible with Qualcomm-based 5G modules (e.g., SIM82XX, RM5XX) in 3042/3052 packages 39.
- Module that follows RM530N-GL.
Additional Notable Specifications 310:
Dual SIM Support: 1x Nano-SIM slot + 1x eSIM for flexible carrier options.
Global 5G Bands: Covers NSA/SA modes across n1, n78, n79, and mmWave bands (n257, n258).
Data Rates: Up to 4.0Gbps (DL) for mmWave and 2.4Gbps (DL) for Sub-6G.
Power Options: Supports 5–12V DC input or 5V/2A via USB for high-power modules.
Software Compatibility: Works with Windows/Linux and includes AT command support for network configuration.
Ideal Use Cases: IoT deployments, mobile hotspots, or high-speed networking for embedded systems requiring global 5G coverage and industrial-grade durability.
5G DONGLE Expansion Board
5G M.2 to USB 3.2 Port
Supports SIMCom / Quectel / Fibocom mainstream 5G M.2 modules
Compatible with 3042 / 3052 packages

* Note: the 5G module is NOT included in the USB 3.2 Gen1 5G DONGLE kit and needs be purchased separately. It is recommended to select the kits with 5G module, please refer to the Kit Selection table for more details.
Features At A Glance
- Supports 5G modules with M.2 (NGFF) Key B interface, compatible with mainstream 5G modules from brands such as SIMCom, Quectel, and Fibocom
- Supports 5G modules in 3042 / 3052 packages such as SIM82XX, RM5XX and FM650XX series
- Onboard USB 3.2 Type-C port for connecting to Raspberry Pi or PC for 5G networking, firmware updating, and external power supply input
- Built-in UART communication interface for data transmission and other functions with some modules
- Onboard 4-ch IPEX 4 to SMA antenna connector for direct mounting of antennas
- Onboard voltage translator circuit, supports 5 ~ 12V power supply via DC 3.5mm jack, or 5V / 2A power supply via USB 3.2 port
- Onboard 1-ch standard SIM card slot, 1-ch eSIM card slot in QFN-8 (5x6) package, dual card single standby, switchable via AT command
- Onboard power supply and network indicators for checking working status of the module and 5G debugging
- Aluminum alloy enclosure with oxidation dull-polish surface, CNC process opening, solid and durable, desktop or wall-mount support
Compatible 5G modules
Model | SIM8202G-M2 | SIM8262E-M2 | SIM8262A-M2 | RM520N-GL | RM530N-GL |
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5G Standard | 3GPP R15 | 3GPP R16 | |||
Applicable regions | except Americas | Americas | Global | ||
Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 | |||
Frequency band | |||||
Sub-6G | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, n78, n79 | n2, n5, n7, n12, n13, n14, n25, n30, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79 | 5G NR 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 | |
5G NR SA: 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, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71 | B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32 | B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26, B29, B30, B66, B71 | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71 | |
LTE-TDD | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48 | B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43 | B41, B46, B48 | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48 | |
LAA | - | B46 | |||
WCDMA | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8 | B1, B5, B8 | B2, B4, B5 | B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B19 | |
GNSS | Supports GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou(Compass) / Galileo / QZSS | ||||
Data rate | |||||
Sub-6G | 2.4Gbps (DL) / 500Mbps (UL) | 5G NR SA: 2.4Gbps (DL) / 900Mbps (UL) | |||
5G NR NSA: 3.4Gbps (DL) / 550Mbps (UL) | |||||
LTE | 1.0Gbps (DL) / 200Mbps (UL) | 1.6Gbps (DL) / 200Mbps (UL) | |||
UMTS | 42Mbps (DL) / 5.76Mbps (UL) | ||||
Dimensions | 42.0 × 30.0 × 2.3mm | 52.0 × 30.0 × 2.3mm | |||
Note: 5G module is optonal. This table only lists some supported models after actual testing, and the pin compatibility should be tested if used with other models. |
Multiple Size Compatible
Supports 3042 / 3052 packages

Connection examples
Connect to Windows PCs, Raspberry Pi motherboards and Jetson Nano series motherboards via USB port for 5G networking


Connect to Raspberry Pi 5

Connect to CM5-PoE-BASE-A

Connect to Jetson Nano
Multi system support, easy to use
supports Windows / Linux...
Just plug it into USB port, go through some simple configuration, the high speed 5G network connection will be ready to use

Application Scenarios

Interface Introduction

Industrial Grade Aluminium Alloy Enclosure
Aluminum alloy enclosure with oxidation dull-polish surface, solid and durable, compact size, desktop or wall-mount support
Outline Dimensions

* Note: The above dimensions are measured manually, there is a certain error
5G module installation Introduction

* Note: the 5G module is NOT included in the USB 3.2 Gen1 5G DONGLE kit and needs be purchased separately. It is recommended to select the kits with 5G module, please refer to the Kit Selection table for more details.
Resources & Services

Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/USB_3.2_Gen1_5G_DONGLE
![]() RM520N-GL 5G DONGLE (B) | Comes with the Qualcomm RM520N-GL 5G Sub-6G module, global applicable. Onboard USB 3.2 Type-C port for fast 5G networking access and module evaluation. |
Shipping list
RM530N-GL 5G DONGLE (B)
- USB 3.2 Gen1 5G DONGLE x1
- RM530N-GL x1
- 5G antenna x4
- USB Type-A to Type-C cable ~1m x1
- IPEX adapter cable ~6cm (4pcs) x1
- IPEX adapter cable ~13cm x1
- Thermal pad x1
- SMA protective cap (4pcs) x1
