Samsung Mobile Broadband Module (OEM package)
Samsung fits cellular modules into some Galaxy Book laptops so they can connect through supported mobile networks. Samsung distributes relevant software through its support tools and Windows Update. Confirm that your exact Galaxy Book model includes cellular hardware before expecting a mobile-data connection.
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- Reference coverage
- Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page
- Hardware category
- Modems
- Manufacturer
- Samsung
- Related families listed
- 13 in this category, 6 elsewhere from Samsung
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Samsung Mobile Broadband Module (OEM package) at a glance
| Detail | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Device type | Built-in Galaxy Book cellular module |
| Where the driver comes from | Samsung support software and Windows Update |
| Firmware pairing | Verify the exact Galaxy Book model and update listing |
| SIM handling | SIM tray or eSIM on cellular models |
| Carrier profile | APN in Windows Cellular settings |
| First thing that breaks | Expecting data on a non-cellular Galaxy Book |
How to tell this is what you have
- Shown as a mobile broadband adapter under Network adapters
- Present on cellular Galaxy Book models
- Delivered through Samsung support and Windows Update
Worth knowing: Use Samsung support and Windows Update for driver components.
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Other modems families to compare
Samsung Mobile Broadband Module (OEM package) next to the other 13 families in this category
| Family | Manufacturer | Reference coverage | How you recognize it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Mobile Broadband Module (OEM package) (this page) | Samsung | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Shown as a mobile broadband adapter under Network adapters |
| Dell Wireless Wwan / Mobile Broadband (OEM package) | Dell | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Shown under Network adapters, often naming the module and "Mobile Broadband" |
| HP lt-series Mobile Broadband (OEM package) | HP | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Reports an lt-series module name in Device Manager on applicable systems |
| Lenovo Integrated Mobile Broadband (OEM package) | Lenovo | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Listed under Network adapters when a supported module is installed |
| ASUS Mobile Broadband Module (OEM package) | ASUS | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Appears as a mobile broadband adapter under Network adapters |
| Acer Mobile Broadband Module (OEM package) | Acer | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Shown as a mobile broadband entry when installed and supported |
| Microsoft Surface Wwan Module | Microsoft Surface | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Listed under Network adapters on LTE-equipped Surface devices |
| Intel 5G / LTE Mobile Broadband Module | Intel | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | May reference Intel XMM technology or an OEM module name |
| Generic USB Cellular Modem (mobile hotspot / dongle) | Multiple vendors | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Exact model may enumerate as a modem, network adapter, USB device, or tethered network |
| Standard Analog Modem (inbox driver) | Multiple vendors | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | May be listed under Modems in Device Manager when supported |
| Fax-capable Modem (inbox driver) | Multiple vendors | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | May appear under Modems in Device Manager when a compatible driver loads |
| Lenovo Connection Manager (companion software) | Lenovo | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Software entry rather than a Device Manager device when present |
| HP Connection Optimizer / Mobile Connect (companion software) | HP | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Appears as an HP application only on supported models |
| Dell Mobile Connect / Wwan Utility (companion software) | Dell | Varies by exact model, hardware revision, package, and release; verify the official support page | Application rather than a Device Manager device when installed |
Other Samsung families in the catalog
Samsung hardware documented outside modems
| Family | Category | Reference coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Xpress Laser Series | Printers | 10, 11 |
| Samsung ProXpress Laser Series | Printers | 10, 11 |
| Samsung NVMe Driver (970 / 980 / 990 series consumer SSDs) | Storage & NVMe | Driver 3.3: 7/8.1/10 on listed models; check Magician separately |
| Samsung microSD USB reader/adapter | Card Readers | 10, 11 |
| Samsung monitor driver & ICC profile (Odyssey, ViewFinity, Smart Monitor) | Monitors & Displays | 10/11 only where listed for the exact model |
| Samsung Galaxy Book Fingerprint Reader (OEM package) | Biometrics | 10/11 only where the exact PC or reader model lists support |