Compass 597 USB modem from Sierra Wireless is now available in Canada from TELUS. The Compass 597 USB modem provides TELUS customers with access to wireless high-speed Internet in a small, cleanly designed USB stick that slips easily into a pocket.

With TRU-Install software installation for both Mac and PC users, the Installation is as simple as plugging the modem into the USB slot with no extra CD or downloads required. With download speeds averaging between 450 to 800 kilobits per second (kbps) and upload speeds averaging 300 to 400 kbps on the TELUS high speed wireless network, users only need a few seconds to send a presentation to a client, download large email attachments, or upload a photo to share from anywhere within the coverage area.

The Sierra Wireless Compass 597 USB Modem also has a microSD card slot to provide convenient storage and file transfer capabilities. The Sierra Wireless Compass 597 USB Modem is available for $99.99 on a three-year contract or $299.99 without a contract.