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Talk:Qualcomm Gobi 2000

2010-04-02T10:59:09Z

Catphish:

== Firmware ==

I found out a way to get the firmware on a linux-only system. Mine is a debian squeeze, but it should apply to any system.

First, I entered my model number on the [http://www.lenovo.com/support/ Lenovo support page] in the right siderow (Select you system / Quick Path) to get to my drivers page. There I clicked to download drivers and on the UMTS drivers. Afterwards I downloaded the "<code>7xwc42ww.exe</code>" driver package.

With wine I was able to install the driver package, but all it does, was unpacking the GOBI driver setup. This one comes packaged as a <code>.msi</code> file, so we have to [http://sysblogd.wordpress.com/2008/05/10/howto-extract-all-files-from-microsoft-installer-files-msi-rather-than-to-install-the-package/ unpack] it:

user@machine:~$ wine msiexec /a ~/.wine/drive_c/DRIVERS/WWANQL/Driver/GobiInstaller.msi TARGETDIR=C:\\DRIVERS\\GOBI

The installer quits with errors, but leaves the files on the disk, success. But now there are several subdirectories, in which the files for the specific network operators reside:

{| {{prettytable}}
! Dir !! Image !! Remarks
|-
| 0 || Vodafone Image ||
|-
| 1 || Verizon Image ||
|-
| 2 || ATT Image ||
|-
| 3 || Sprint Image || includes special Firmware
|-
| 4 || T-Mobile Image ||
|-
| 6 || Generic UMTS Image ||
|-
| 7 || Telefonica Image ||
|-
| 8 || Telecom Italia Image ||
|-
| 9 || Orange Image ||
|-
| 12 || DoCoMo Image || includes special Firmware
|-
| UMTS || Default Firmware || the MD5-sum on the page matches these
|}

I found this out by reading the <code>ReadMe.rtf</code>, looking into the <code>UQCN.mbn</code>-Files and apply a little bit of thinking.

Now I'll move the files over and try them out.
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So I got the Sprint Image with firmware, how does one flash the Gobi with this firmware?

You do not need to flash the gobi as such. Firmware must be loaded at every boot. Simply use the gobi_loader mentioned on the main page, with the 3 firmware files from the sprint directory. You will need to modify it to match your USB IDs. After the firmware it loaded it will last until you power off your laptop. I usually reboot after loading the firmware, but before trying to use the modem. The firmware remains loaded. [[User:Catphish|Catphish]]

Qualcomm Gobi 2000

2010-04-02T10:55:27Z

Catphish: /* Firmware */

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=== Qualcomm Gobi 2000 ===
This is a Qualcomm WWAN Adapter that is installed in a Mini-PCI Express slot

{{NOTE|Specific versions of this card may come pre-configured for a certain carrier (AT&T, Verizon, Vodafone UK)}}

=== Features ===
* Chipset: Qualcomm Gobi 2000
* USB ID: 05c6:9204 (loader)
* USB ID: 05c6:9205 (modem)
* EV-DO/CDMA (800 & 1900Mhz)
* GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850, 900, 1800 & 1900MHz)
* HSPA/UMTS (800, 850, 900, 1900 & 2100MHz)
* GPS, AGPS
* Up to 7.2Mbps download, 5.76Mbps upload (HSPA/UMTS)
* Up to 3.1Mbps download, 1.8Mbps upload (EV-DO)
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[[image:Qualcomm_gobi_2000.jpg|thumb|Qualcomm Gobi 2000 WWAN Adapter]]
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== Lenovo Partnumbers ==
*ThinkPad AT&T® Gobi 2000 Broadband Option 78Y1398
*ThinkPad Gobi 2000 Broadband Option 78Y1399

== Firmware ==
The firmware for this device is not publicly downloadable and currently must be obtained from a windows installation. The firmware consists of 3 parts:
* amss.mbn (firmware stage 1)
* apps.mbn (firmware stage 2)
* UQCN.mbn (formware stage 3) - includes configuration and carrier specific settings)

MD5 SUM of known firmware files:
* 84d002b0ef003cde6c95826bfbf067fe /lib/firmware/gobi/amss.mbn (STAGE 1, tested with UK T510, O2 SIM)
* d7496085f1af3d1bfdf0fa60c3222766 /lib/firmware/gobi/apps.mbn (STAGE 2, tested with UK T510, O2 SIM)
* 1aa5727b034dd1f371a3412d5800c1a3 /lib/firmware/gobi/UQCN.mbn (STAGE 3, UMTS unlocked, tested with UK T510, O2 SIM)

I am experimenting on an alternative way, described on the discussion page. [[User:Sebi|Sebi]] 15:08, 15 March 2010 (UTC)

The method you describe on the talk page is in fact the same method I used to obtain these files mentioned above. We should complete the table on the talk page with information and MD5 sums for all 12 firmware options, and place it on this page, along with instructions for both methods to obtain the files. [[User:Catphish|Catphish]]

== Firmware loader ==
The firmware for this device must be loaded prior to using the device. The firmware loading interface is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9204 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial driver (modified to include correct USB IDs). The firmware can be loaded using the gobi_loader application.

== Modem ==
After firmware is loaded, the modem is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9205 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial (modified to include correct USB IDs). Normal dial-up software can be used to create a 3G connection.

== Carrier specific configurations ==
Each device is intended to be used with a specific carrier, and is shipped with firmware to support that carrier. Notebooks are often also shipped with a pre-installed SIM. Other carriers may work by loading a different firmware version. The 'generic UMTS' stage 3 firmware is known to with with O2, an unsupported UK carrier. See above for a list of known firmware files.

{{NOTE|It may be illegal or a breach of contract in various countries to bypass a carrier lock}}

== Links ==
* [http://gobianywhere.com/files/gobi2000_overview.pdf Gobi 2000 Product sheet]
== ThinkPads this device may be found in ==
'''AT&T service contract may be required'''
* {{Edge 14"}}, {{Edge 15"}}
* {{T410}}, {{T410s}}, {{T510}}
* {{W510}}
* {{X100e}}

'''Verizon service contract may be required'''
* {{Edge 14"}}, {{Edge 15"}}
* {{T410}}, {{T410s}}, {{T410si}}, {{T510}}
* {{X201}}, {{X201 Tablet}}

'''Gobi 2000 WWAN upgradable'''
{{NOTE|not every ThinkPad listed here can actually be upgraded}}
* {{Edge 13"}}
* {{T410}}, {{T410s}}, {{T410si}}, {{T510}}
* {{W510}}
* {{X100e}}, {{X201}}, {{X201 Tablet}}

User:Catphish

2010-02-24T10:43:34Z

Catphish: â†Created page with '==Current Machines== ===ThinkPad T510=== * 4349-4JG ====Specs==== * Intel® Core™ i7-620M (Dual-core, 2.66GHz, 4MB L2) * NVIDIA Quadro NVS 3100M...'

==Current Machines==

===[[:Category:T510|ThinkPad T510]]===
* 4349-4JG

====Specs====
* Intel® Core™ i7-620M (Dual-core, 2.66GHz, 4MB L2)
* [[NVIDIA Quadro NVS 3100M]] with 512MB
* 15.6" TFT display with 1600x900 (HD+) resolution with LED backlight
* 4GB [[PC3-8500]] RAM
* 320GB 7200rpm 2.5" SATA HDD
* [[Ethernet Controllers#Intel Gigabit (10/100/1000) PCI-Express|Intel Gigabit Ethernet Controller (PCI-Express)]]
* [[Serial Ultrabay Slim DVD Multi III Drive]] (8x Dual Layer)
* [[Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6200]]
* [[Qualcomm Gobi 2000]] WWAN with GPS
** UK O2 PAYG SIM
* [[Integrated Fingerprint Reader]]

==Prior Machines==
* [[:Category:T60p|ThinkPad T60p]]
* [[:Category:T43p|ThinkPad T43p]]

Qualcomm Gobi 2000

2010-02-23T10:57:38Z

Catphish: Add information regarding carrier lock

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<div style="margin: 0; margin-right:10px; border: 1px solid #dfdfdf; padding: 0em 1em 1em 1em; background-color:#F8F8FF; align:right;">
=== Qualcomm Gobi 2000 ===
This is a Qualcomm WWAN Adapter that is installed in a Mini-PCI Express slot

{{NOTE|Specific versions of this card may come pre-configured for a certain carrier (AT&T, Verizon, Vodafone UK)}}

=== Features ===
* Chipset: Qualcomm Gobi 2000
* USB ID: 05c6:9204 (loader)
* USB ID: 05c6:9205 (modem)
* EV-DO Rev. A,
* GPRS/WCDMA/HSPA
* GPS
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[[image:Qualcomm_gobi_2000.jpg|thumb|Qualcomm Gobi 2000 WWAN Adapter]]
|}

== Lenovo Partnumbers ==
*ThinkPad AT&T® Gobi 2000 Broadband Option 78Y1398
*ThinkPad Gobi 2000 Broadband Option 78Y1399

== Firmware ==
The firmware for this device is not publicly downloadable and currently must be obtained from a windows installation. The firmware consists of 3 parts:
* amss.mbn (firmware stage 1)
* apps.mbn (firmware stage 2)
* UQCN.mbn (formware stage 3) - includes configuration and carrier specific settings)

MD5 SUM of known firmware files:
* 84d002b0ef003cde6c95826bfbf067fe /lib/firmware/gobi/amss.mbn (STAGE 1, tested with UK T510, O2 SIM)
* d7496085f1af3d1bfdf0fa60c3222766 /lib/firmware/gobi/apps.mbn (STAGE 2, tested with UK T510, O2 SIM)
* 1aa5727b034dd1f371a3412d5800c1a3 /lib/firmware/gobi/UQCN.mbn (STAGE 3, UMTS unlocked, tested with UK T510, O2 SIM)

== Firmware loader ==
The firmware for this device must be loaded prior to using the device. The firmware loading interface is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9204 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial driver (modified to include correct USB IDs). The firmware can be loaded using the gobi_loader application.

== Modem ==
After firmware is loaded, the modem is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9205 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial (modified to include correct USB IDs). Normal dial-up software can be used to create a 3G connection.

== Carrier specific configurations ==
Each device is intended to be used with a specific carrier, and is shipped with firmware to support that carrier. Notebooks are often also shipped with a pre-installed SIM. Other carriers may work by loading a different firmware version. The 'generic UMTS' stage 3 firmware is known to with with O2, an unsupported UK carrier. See above for a list of known firmware files.

{{NOTE|It may be illegal or a breach of contract in various countries to bypass a carrier lock}}

== Links ==
* [http://gobianywhere.com/files/gobi2000_overview.pdf Gobi 2000 Product sheet]
== ThinkPads this device may be found in ==
'''AT&T service contract may be required'''
* {{T410}}, {{T410s}}, {{T510}}
* {{W510}}
* {{X100e}}

'''Verizon service contract may be required'''
* {{T410}}, {{T410s}}, {{T410si}}, {{T510}}

'''Gobi 2000 WWAN upgradable'''
{{NOTE|not every ThinkPad listed here can actually be upgraded}}
* {{Edge}}
* {{T410}}, {{T410s}}, {{T410si}}, {{T510}}
* {{W510}}
* {{X100e}}

Qualcomm Gobi 2000

2010-02-23T10:47:17Z

Catphish:

Qualcomm Gobi 2000

2010-02-22T22:14:29Z

Catphish:

This page described the Qualcomm gobi 2000 device as seen in the Thinkpad T510 UK notebook. It particularly describes usage under Linux.

== Features ==
* 3G modem
* GPS
* USB ID: 05c6:9204 (loader)
* USB ID: 05c6:9205 (modem)

== Firmware ==
The firmware for this device is not publicly downloadable and currently must be obtained from a windows installation. The firmware consists of 3 parts:
* amss.mbn (firmware stage 1)
* apps.mbn (firmware stage 2)
* UQCN.mbn (formware stage 3) - includes configuration including SIM lock)

MD5 SUM of known firmware files:
* 84d002b0ef003cde6c95826bfbf067fe /lib/firmware/gobi/amss.mbn (STAGE 1 tested with UK T510)
* d7496085f1af3d1bfdf0fa60c3222766 /lib/firmware/gobi/apps.mbn (STAGE 2 tested with UK T510)
* 1aa5727b034dd1f371a3412d5800c1a3 /lib/firmware/gobi/UQCN.mbn (STAGE 3, UMTS unlocked, tested with UK T510)

== Firmware loader ==
The firmware for this device must be loaded prior to using the device. The firmware loading interface is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9204 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial driver (modified to include correct USB IDs). The firmware can be loaded using the gobi_loader application.

== Modem ==
After firmware is loaded, the modem is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9205 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial (modified to include correct USB IDs). Normal dial-up software can be used to create a 3G connection.

Qualcomm Gobi 2000

2010-02-22T22:14:05Z

Catphish: Add information on using QC gobi 2000 device under Linux

This page described the Qualcomm gobi 2000 device as seen in the Thinkpad T510 UK notebook. It particularly describes usage under Linux.

== Features ==
* 3G modem
* GPS
* USB ID: 05c6:9204 (loader)
* USB ID: 05c6:9205 (modem)

== Firmware ==
The firmware for this device is not publicly downloadable and currently must be obtained from a windows installation. The firmware consists of 3 parts:
* amss.mbn (firmware stage 1)
* apps.mbn (firmware stage 2)
* UQCN.mbn (formware stage 3) - includes configuration including SIM lock)

MD5 SUM of known firmware files:
84d002b0ef003cde6c95826bfbf067fe /lib/firmware/gobi/amss.mbn (STAGE 1 tested with UK T510)
d7496085f1af3d1bfdf0fa60c3222766 /lib/firmware/gobi/apps.mbn (STAGE 2 tested with UK T510)
1aa5727b034dd1f371a3412d5800c1a3 /lib/firmware/gobi/UQCN.mbn (STAGE 3, UMTS unlocked, tested with UK T510)

== Firmware loader ==
The firmware for this device must be loaded prior to using the device. The firmware loading interface is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9204 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial driver (modified to include correct USB IDs). The firmware can be loaded using the gobi_loader application.

== Modem ==
After firmware is loaded, the modem is exposed over USB as id 05c6:9205 which can be accessed as a character (TTYUSB) device under Linux using the qcserial (modified to include correct USB IDs). Normal dial-up software can be used to create a 3G connection.

Category:T510

2010-02-22T21:57:06Z

Catphish:

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=== ThinkPad T510 ===
This page gives an overview of all ThinkPad T510 related topics.

==== Machine Type ====
* 4313, 4314, 4349, 4384

==== Standard Features ====
*One of the following [[Intel Core i5]] or [[Intel Core i7]] processors:
** Intel® Core™ i5-520M (Dual-core, 2.4GHz, 3MB L2)
** Intel® Core™ i5-540M (Dual-core, 2.53GHz, 3MB L2)
** Intel® Core™ i7-620M (Dual-core, 2.66GHz, 4MB L2)
* One of the following graphics adapters:
** [[Intel HD Graphics]]
** [[NVIDIA Quadro NVS 3100M]] with 512MB
* One of the following [[TFT display]]s:
** 15.6" TFT display with 1366x768 (HD) resolution with LED backlight
** 15.6" TFT display with 1600x900 (HD+) resolution with LED backlight
** 15.6" TFT display with 1920x1080 (FHD) resolution with LED backlight
* 2, 3 or 4GB [[PC3-8500]] memory standard upgradable to 8GB
* One of the following HDD
** 80GB 1.8" SSD
** 128GB 1.8" SSD
** 250GB 5400rpm 2.5" SATA HDD
** 320GB 7200rpm 2.5" SATA HDD
** 500GB 7200rpm 2.5" SATA HDD
* [[Ethernet Controllers#Intel Gigabit (10/100/1000) PCI-Express|Intel Gigabit Ethernet Controller (PCI-Express)]]
* [[Ultrabay|Serial Ultrabay Slim]] with one of the following:
**[[Serial Ultrabay Slim DVD Multi III Drive]] (8x Dual Layer)
* [[MiniPCI Express slot]] 1 with one of the following:
** [[Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1000]]
** [[Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6200]]
** [[Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250]]
** [[Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300]]
** [[ThinkPad 11b/g/n Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Express Adapter II]]
* [[MiniPCI Express slot]] 2 with one of the following:
** None
** EV-DO WWAN ([[Qualcomm Gobi 2000]]))
** [[Ericsson F3507g Mobile Broadband Module]] (AT&T Mobile Broadband with GPS)
* [[ExpressCard slot|ExpressCard/34 slot]]
* Multicard reader 5-in-1 (MMC, MS, MS Pro, SD, SDHC)
* [[Embedded Security Subsystem|IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0]]
* [[Active Protection System|IBM Active Protection System]]
* [[Integrated Fingerprint Reader]] on select models
* [[ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate (BDC-2)|Bluetooth]] on select models
* [[UltraNav]] (TrackPoint / Touchpad combo)
* IEEE1394 Firewire 400
* [[Intel Active Management Technology (AMT)]]
* 2.0MP [[Integrated camera]] on select models
</div>
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[[Image:ThinkPadT510.jpg|ThinkPad T510|300px]]
|}

[[Category:T Series]]

NVIDIA Quadro NVS 3100M

2010-02-14T16:47:38Z

Catphish:

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This is a NVidia video adapter
== Features ==
* Chipset: NVidia ??
* PCI ID: [http://pci-ids.ucw.cz/read/PC/10de/0a6c 10de:0A6C]
* PCI-E
* 256 or 512 MB video memory
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== Linux driver - OpenSource ==
Works with Nouveau [http://cgit.freedesktop.org/nouveau/linux-2.6 git] or a recent kernel with this [http://cgit.freedesktop.org/nouveau/linux-2.6/commit/?id=931aacf4619b7d7e3140a420967d4eaa466b8574 patch] respectively. (This fixes the problem, where the driver falsely disabled discrete graphic, which resulted in a black screen.) 2D is supported, while 3D support is under development...

== Linux driver - Proprietary ==
For the latest proprietary drivers go to the [http://www.nvidia.com/object/unix.html NVIDIA Unix Drivers page].

Several users have experienced unreliability when using various versions of the proprietary NVIDIA drivers (specifically v185 installed by Ubuntu 9.10 and v190 from NVIDIA). However v195 (currently beta) works correctly. [http://us.download.nvidia.com/XFree86/Linux-x86_64/195.30/NVIDIA-Linux-x86_64-195.30-pkg2.run NVIDIA Linux x64 BETA driver v195]

== ThinkPads this chip may be found in ==
* {{T410}}, {{T510}}

[[Category:Components]]

NVIDIA Quadro NVS 3100M

2010-02-14T16:47:08Z

Catphish:

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This is a NVidia video adapter
== Features ==
* Chipset: NVidia ??
* PCI ID: [http://pci-ids.ucw.cz/read/PC/10de/0a6c 10de:0A6C]
* PCI-E
* 256 or 512 MB video memory
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== Linux driver - OpenSource ==
Works with Nouveau [http://cgit.freedesktop.org/nouveau/linux-2.6 git] or a recent kernel with this [http://cgit.freedesktop.org/nouveau/linux-2.6/commit/?id=931aacf4619b7d7e3140a420967d4eaa466b8574 patch] respectively. (This fixes the problem, where the driver falsely disabled discrete graphic, which resulted in a black screen.) 2D is supported, while 3D support is under development...

== Linux driver - Proprietary ==
For the latest proprietary drivers go to the [http://www.nvidia.com/object/unix.html NVIDIA Unix Drivers page].

Several users have experienced unreliability when using various versions of the proprietary NVIDIA drivers (specifically v185 installed by Ubuntu 9.10 and v190 from NVIDIA). However v195 (currently beta) works correctly. [http://us.download.nvidia.com/XFree86/Linux-x86_64/195.30/NVIDIA-Linux-x86_64-195.30-pkg2.run NVIDIA Linux x64 driver]

== ThinkPads this chip may be found in ==
* {{T410}}, {{T510}}

[[Category:Components]]

Integrated camera

2010-02-08T08:48:02Z

Catphish: fix typo

The webcam in the Thinkpad Z61t is a Sonix sn9c201+OV7660 and it is supported by the gspca module in Kernel 2.6.28. (I didnt tested that myself because I have no Z61t but I saw the sn9c* stuff in the Kernel.

The webcam in the Thinkpad X301 (and i guess in all other Thinkpads in this generation) is supported by uvcvideo. It is a USB standard for Webcams (pretty cool actually. I didn't know something like this existed)
You can take videos (see yourself) with mplayer by using the video4linux 2 driver. The call would look like this.
mplayer driver=v4l2:width=640:height=480:outfmt=i420 -vo xv tv://
Note that one taking videos you cant go above 640x480. Anyway the quality is pretty good. Even the green led next to the webcam is on.

You can take pictures with uvccapture. The call would look something like that:
uvccapture -x1280 -y1024 -o002.jpg
Note that in this case (for a single picture you can go to the maximum resultion of 1280x1024px

Maybe someone can write a newbie guide on how to find and enable the uvcvideo module (I think it's somewhere in Device-Drivers->Multimedia Devices->V4L->USB capture devices)