5G / 4G / 3G Module for Jetson Orin

A high-performance communication module designed for NVIDIA Jetson Orin, enabling advanced connectivity and precise positioning for AIoT and edge computing applications.

🔹 Key Features

• Multi-Network Support: Works seamlessly with 5G, 4G, and 3G networks

• 5G Ready: Supports both NSA (Non-Standalone) and SA (Standalone) networking modes

• Global Compatibility: Built on the Quectel RM520N-GL 5G global module

• Latest Standard: Fully compliant with 3GPP Release 16 specifications

• GNSS Positioning: Integrated support for GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo

🔹 Applications

• Edge AI and robotics

• Smart transportation & autonomous systems

• Industrial IoT solutions

• High-speed data transfer in AI-driven projects

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
Images
5G standard	3GPP R16			-
Chip Solution	Qualcomm Snapdragon X62			Qualcomm MDM9607
Applicable regions	Global	Except Americas	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, 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	B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71	B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B18, B19, 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
Sub-6G SA	2.5Gbps (DL) / 0.9Gbps (UL)	2.4Gbps (DL) / 1Gbps (UL)	2.4Gbps (DL) / 900Mbps (UL)	-
Sub-6G NSA	3.47Gbps (DL) / 460Mbps (UL)	3.4Gbps (DL) / 600Mbps (UL)	3.4Gbps (DL) / 550Mbps (UL)	-
LTE	1.6Gbps (DL)  /  200Mbps (UL)			150Mbps (DL) / 50Mbps (UL)
HSPA+	42Mbps (DL)  /  5.76 Mbps (UL)
Note: The above are the supported modules after testing; If you need to use with other 5G modules, please confirm with the module manufacturer for interface and mode compatibility.

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

1. USB3.1 port
   USB 2.0 compatible, for connecting with different hosts
2. M.2 slot
   compatible with most SIMCom and QUECTEL 4G / 5G modules in M.2 form factor
3. USB Type-C port
   5V 3A power input, stable and flexible power supply
4. Reset button
5. Module fixing holes
   supports 3042 / 3052 package modules
6. Antenna connectors
   Supports quad antennas
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

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"
9. Indicator
   Easy to monitor the operating status of module
10. Audio jack
    SIM82XX / SIM7600X series supports audio function, but RM5XX series temporarily does not support this function
11. eSIM card slot
    QFN-8 (5 × 6) package, configurable via AT commands
12. Nano SIM card slot
    onboard dual SIM card slots, dual card single standby
13. Level conversion circuit
14. Reserved UART and audio interface pads
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

Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/RM520N-GL_5G_for_Jetson_Orin

Shipping list

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