Novatel Launches Wireless Ovation MC950D USB Modem with Fido

Novatel Wireless announced the launch the award-winning Novatel Wireless MC950D broadband USB modem. The Ovation(TM) MC950D is a global tri-band HSPA/UMTS and quad band EDGE/GPRS modem designed to be extremely portable and convenient to use. Fido subscribers are able to insert this modem into their laptop or desktop computers for instant plug-and-play broadband Internet access.


With connection manager software included on the MC950D’s internal memory, there is no need to install drivers from a CD. This compact modem features an integrated antenna allowing for maximum performance even in weak signal areas. The MC950D provides a full mobile broadband experience, with download speeds of 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 2.1Mbps.

“With the MC950D now available for their subscribers, Fido will be able to provide the best mobile data products and fastest speeds available in Canada,” said Brad Weinert, president of Novatel Wireless. “We are excited to expand our HSPA carrier network in North America.”