Waveshare PCIe to MiniPCIe/Gigabit Ethernet/USB 3.2 Gen1 HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 is a versatile expansion board designed to unlock the full potential of your Raspberry Pi 5. By leveraging the high‑speed PCIe interface, this HAT enables seamless connectivity to MiniPCIe modules, while also providing Gigabit Ethernet and USB 3.2 Gen1 ports for enhanced networking and peripheral support. Compact and reliable, the Waveshare PCIe HAT is engineered to deliver stable performance, making it an essential accessory for developers, makers, and industrial applications that demand high‑bandwidth communication and flexible expansion. Features PCIe to MiniPCIe Expansion – Connect a wide range of MiniPCIe modules directly to your Raspberry Pi 5. Gigabit Ethernet Port – Achieve fast and stable wired networking for data‑intensive applications. USB 3.2 Gen1 Interface – High‑speed connectivity for external devices, ensuring smooth data transfer. Optimized for Raspberry Pi 5 – Designed to fully utilize the Pi 5’s PCIe capabilities. Compact HAT Form Factor – Easy installation without compromising space or design. Reliable Waveshare Quality – Built with durable components for long‑term stability. Module parameters comparison Onboard MiniPCIe slot, Compatible with SIM7600G-H-PCIE / EG25-G mPCIe series 4G modules 4G module SIM7600G-H-PCIE EG25-G mPCIe Frequency band LTE-FDD B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28 LTE-TDD B34, B38, B39, B40, B41 B38, B39, B40, B41 WCDMA B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19 GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz GNSS GPS, Beidou, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS Data Transfer LTE-FDD 150 Mbps (DL) / 50 Mbps (UL) LTE-TDD 130 Mbps(DL) / 35 Mbps(UL) 130 Mbps(DL) / 30 Mbps(UL) HSPA+ 42 Mbps (DL) / 5.76 Mbps (UL) WCDMA 384 Kbps (DL) / 384 Kbps (UL) EDGE 236.8 Kbps (DL) / 236.8 Kbps (UL) 296 Kbps (DL) / 236.8 Kbps (UL) GPRS 85.6 Kbps (DL) / 85.6 Kbps (UL) 107 Kbps (DL) / 85.6 Kbps (UL) Software Features Operating system Windows / Linux / Android Communication protocols TCP, IP, IPV4, IPV6, Multi-PDP, FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS TCP, UDP, PPP, FTP, HTTP, NTP, PING, QMI, NITZ, SMTP, MQTT, CMUX, HTTPS, FTPS, SMTPS, SSL, MMS, FILE SMS Supports MT, MO, CB, Text, PDU Firmware upgrade USB/FOTA USB/DFOTA Hardware Specifications SIM card 1.8V / 3.0V Antenna interface IPEX-1 connector (LTE main antenna + LTE diversity antenna + GNSS antenna) Power supply 3V ~ 3.6V Form factor Mini-PCIe Dimensions 50.8 × 31.0 × 5.5 mm 51.0 × 30.0 × 4.9 mm Operating temperature -40℃ ~ +80℃ Applications Applicable regions global coverage Note: The 4G module is optional, please refer to the Package Content for detailed part list. The above are the supported modules after testing; If you need to use with other modules, please confirm the interface compatibility of your module. Applications IoT Gateways & Edge Computing – Expand your Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerful hub with MiniPCIe modules and Gigabit Ethernet. Industrial Automation – Enable robust networking and peripheral expansion for factory and robotics systems. High‑Speed Data Transfer – Use USB 3.2 Gen1 for storage, cameras, and other peripherals requiring fast throughput. Prototyping & Development – Ideal for engineers and makers building advanced projects with PCIe expansion. Networking Solutions – Transform your Raspberry Pi into a compact server or router with enhanced connectivity. Part List Only Board PCIe TO MiniPCIe GbE USB3.2 HAT+ x1 16P-Cable-40mm cable x1 Network cable ~1.5m x1 Screws pack x1 SIM7600G-H-Pcle PCIe TO MiniPCIe GbE USB3.2 HAT+ x1 SIM7600G-H-PCIE x1 16P-Cable-40mm cable x1 Network cable ~1.5m x1 Screws pack x1 Antenna 2pcs x1 Passive GPS antenna x1 SMA to IPEX-1 cable 3pcs x1 EG25-G mPcle PCIe TO MiniPCIe GbE USB3.2 HAT+ x1 EG25-G-mPCIe x1 16P-Cable-40mm cable x1 Network cable ~1.5m x1 Screws pack x1 Antenna 2pcs x1 Passive GPS antenna x1 SMA to IPEX-1 cable 3pcs x1 How to Install Note: For reference only, the Raspberry Pi 5 and Active Cooler are not included. What's On Board RTL8153BUSB to Gigabit ETH VL805PCIe to USB 3.2 Gen1 HUB chip INA219Power monitoring chip EEPROMfor saving HAT ID and product information Raspberry Pi GPIO headerfor connecting Raspberry Pi 5 MiniPCIe slotfor connecting the 4G module with MIniPCIe interface 16PIN PCIe interfacefor connecting to the PCIe interface of Raspberry Pi 5 Type-C interfacefor 4G networking of Raspberry Pi or PC via USB cable, firmware updating, or external power supply input Nano SIM card slotfor installing Nano-SIM card Gigabit Ethernet portup to 1000Mbps data rate, compatible with 100Mbps USB 3.2 Gen1 expanded portsUSB1~USB2 DIP switchsfor switching to use GPIO D6 pin to control power ON/OFF of the module and switching the module USB signal output direction NET indicatorModule Network status indicator PWR indicatorPower indicator Pinout definition Outline dimensions