Fibocom Adds 6 GHz Support to 5G-Advanced Modules
The new hardware allows for coordinated spectrum use to improve 5G throughput and stability for intelligent devices.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Telecommunications
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Fibocom has unveiled its new FG390-MEA-30 5G-Advanced module, designed to support the Upper 6 GHz spectrum. The module is currently being showcased at Network X 2026 alongside a range of 5G, fixed wireless access (FWA), and smart module hardware.
Why it matters
Expanding module hardware to include the Upper 6 GHz band is critical for utilizing new spectrum allocations for high-capacity 5G networks. This development signals a hardware shift toward 3GPP Release 18 standards, which aim to improve network efficiency and throughput in crowded wireless environments.
The FG390-MEA-30 module integrates the MediaTek T930 platform to enable coordinated use of Upper 6 GHz and Sub-6 GHz spectrums, specifically supporting NR n104. This configuration marks a move toward 3GPP Release 18 compatibility, building on hardware like the SC153 module which uses the Qualcomm Dragonwing Q-4390 platform.
The players
Fibocom
A global provider of wireless communication modules and IoT solutions specializing in 5G and LPWA connectivity hardware.
MediaTek
A semiconductor company that develops system-on-chip platforms for mobile devices, home entertainment, and wireless communications.
Qualcomm
A developer of wireless telecommunications standards and processor platforms including the Dragonwing series for IoT endpoints.
The details
The FG390-MEA-30 module facilitates 5G-Advanced connectivity by managing cross-band coordination, which allows devices to leverage both the higher-capacity Upper 6 GHz band and standard Sub-6 GHz frequencies for improved signal stability. Fibocom also highlighted an X85-based fixed wireless access (FWA) solution that couples 5G radio performance with the high data rates of Wi-Fi 7. These components are intended to serve as the backbone for intelligent endpoints that require high-throughput wireless data and local processing.
Timeline
2026: Fibocom showcased its connectivity solutions at Network X 2026.
The Tech Race
This hardware release follows the established path of 3GPP Release 18 to evolve 5G network efficiency and spectrum utilization. It directly aligns with the industry-wide effort to transition 5G hardware toward wider, higher-frequency bands like the Upper 6 GHz spectrum.
The FG390-MEA-30 module is presently in the showcase stage at Network X 2026 and is not yet available for general commercial integration. Organizations looking to upgrade to 5G-Advanced or FWA solutions should monitor the module's commercial release roadmap for integration into future hardware endpoints.
The takeaway
The move toward Upper 6 GHz hardware will define the next phase of high-capacity wireless performance. Watch for the Network X Awards 2026 results to see how the FG390 module performs against competing indoor connectivity solutions.
Further reading
For broader trends in infrastructure, see our coverage on Telecommunications.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Everythingrf.
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