What model card, Ron? I have the USB 720 with two pigtail cable but do
not see a rubber plug. Thanks.

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Message: 36
Date: Sun, 26 Apr 2009 20:22:34 -0400
From: "Ron Rogers" rcrogers6@kennett.net
To: djmarchand@cox.net, trawlers-and-trawlering@lists.samurai.com
Subject: Re: T&T: Verizon air card
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When I looked at the two cards available I found that the one with two
USB
ports used one to power an amplifier as others have noted. If you look
at
that card VERY closely, you will find a small rubber plug. If you
remove it
with a fingernail or similar you will find that it is a port for an
external
antenna! Right, the Verizon store saleswoman had no idea it existed. I
have
no recollection of the type of connector required, but this should
further
increase signal strength in a fixed installation aboard.

Ron Rogers

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We use a Verizon air card for all our internet connections--both on the boat,
at home, and even in the car at 70mph on the interstate with a laptop.

As cell service improves with the addition of towers, tech...or what ever, we
rarely need to use but we have an amp that will add 3+ bars to your service
anywhere.  It is from www.wilsonelectronics.com. The device can be DC powered
through lighter plug for easy use on a boat or in a car.

All the disclosures included..........

Dan