Lenovo Wireless CMB FBC L850-GL (FRU01AX786) - 4G LTE-A Cat 9 WWAN Module, M.2 3042, Intel XMM 7360, 450 Mbps

The Lenovo Wireless CMB FBC L850-GL is a 4G LTE-Advanced WWAN module delivering up to 450 Mbps downlink for high-speed mobile connectivity. Built on the Intel XMM 7360 chipset and Fibocom engineering, it provides reliable cellular access for compatible ThinkPad laptops.

Advantages

This M.2 3042 module supports LTE Category 9 with 2x2 MIMO and a wide range of LTE FDD and TDD bands, ensuring broad network compatibility. Integrated GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo) enables precise location services. PCIe Gen2 and USB 2.0 interfaces offer flexible integration.

Suitable for

• Lenovo ThinkPad laptops such as X1 Carbon, T480, X280, and P52
• Users needing high-speed mobile broadband on the go
• IT deployments requiring standardized WWAN connectivity

Key specifications

• LTE Category: Cat 9, max downlink 450 Mbps, uplink 50 Mbps
• Form factor: M.2 3042 (NGFF)
• Interface: PCIe Gen2, USB 2.0
• Chipset: Intel XMM 7360
• Supported LTE FDD bands: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B11, B12, B13, B17, B18, B19, B20, B21, B26, B28, B29, B30, B66
• Supported LTE TDD bands: B38, B39, B40, B41
• Supported WCDMA bands: B1, B2, B4, B5, B8
• GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
• Antenna: 2x2 MIMO
• SIM: Nano-SIM (via host device)
• Operating systems: Windows 10, Linux
• Power supply: 3.3V

Recommendations

Ensure your ThinkPad has an available M.2 3042 slot and WWAN antenna connectors before installation. Check with your mobile operator for band support and data plan compatibility.