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The Sierra Wireless Compass 885 USB modem offers seamless high-speed wireless connectivity for both Mac and Windows notebook and desktop computers on HSUPA networks. It’s a compact USB modem that includes TRU-Install™, a seamless, no CD installation experience, a microSD memory expansion slot (SDHC Compatible), and a laptop clip to help maximize modem performance.
Compass 885 USB modems bring style and the most compact HSPA design to Sierra Wireless’s line of USB modems. This portable solution is just 65 mm (L) x 25 mm (W) x 13.5 mm (H) and is ideal for home office or notebook computer use. Compass modems offer an expandable micro SDTM memory slot (SDHC Compatible), laptop clip accessory and TRU-InstallTM – Sierra Wireless’s automatic software installation experience for both Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X users. TRU-DurabilityTM, Sierra Wireless’s rugged hardware design, has been built into Compass modems, ensuring our products are quality built and can deal with life on the road. As well, with Receive Diversity on the 800/850, 1900 and 2100 MHz bands, Compass is optimized for better fringe performance on global HSPA networks.
- Wireless download speed up to 7.2 Mbps and upload to 2 Mbps (upgradeable to 5.76 Mbps)
- Familiar USB connection
- Small, durable, fixed design
- microSD memory expansion slot (SDHC Compatible)
- TRU-Install, automatic software installation
The Compass 885 includes TRU-InstallTM, Sierra Wireless’s plug-and-play software installation experience. A CD is no longer required so you’re up and running in fewer steps and less time. Plus, if you switch to a new laptop or desktop, Compass will automatically begin the installation setup and you won’t need to search for a setup CD.

Diversity - There is a second antenna on the card (it's an advanced receiver technology), thereby improving the signal and reducing downtime.
Equalizer - An equalizer minimises the interferences from other radio resources
- Compass USB Modem with TRU-Install Software Installation
- Laptop Display Clip
- USB Extension Cable
- Carrying Pouch
- Lanyard
- Quick Start Guide
Compass 885 owners will enjoy top speeds up to 7.2 Mbps downlink and 2.0 Mbps uplink and will have the freedom to roam globally on tri-band HSPA networks (800/850, 1900, and 2100 MHz bands). In areas where HSPA is not available, Compass is backwards compatible to UMTS, EDGE and GSM/ GPRS networks (800/850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz).
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