Compact USB dongle built around the nRF52840 SoC for multi protocol wireless development and testing Key benefits Multi protocol flexibility: supports Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread, ZigBee, 802.15.4, ANT, and other 2.4 GHz proprietary applications using the nRF52840 SoC. Low cost, value: an affordable hardware option that still provides full support for the shortrange wireless standards used by Nordic devices. Desktop ready and reliable: designed to work with Connect for Desktop as a wireless hardware device, enabling straightforward setup, testing, and validation. Small and convenient: compact form factor that plugs into a USB port for easy use in development environments, demonstrations, and labs. Proven performance: built on a capable Nordic SoC for stable wireless operation with low power characteristics. What it is A compact USB dongle that serves as a practical target hardware platform for developing and evaluating Nordic shortrange wireless solutions. The dongle provides access to the full set of wireless standards supported by the nRF52840 SoC, enabling runtime testing across multiple protocols from a single device. Compatibility and integration Works with Connect for Desktop as a wireless hardware device, enabling seamless integration with Nordic development workflows. Compatible with devices and software that rely on the nRF52840 family for multiprotocol wireless development. Product attributes and performance Function: USB dongle enabling Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread, ZigBee, 802.15.4, ANT, and 2.4 GHz proprietary wireless applications. Compatibility: designed to support all shortrange wireless standards used by Nordic devices in conjunction with Connect for Desktop. Size: compact form factor suitable for desktop and lab use, easy to transport and integrate into development rigs. Material: standard compact USB dongle enclosure (design focused on practicality and reliability; no extraneous materials specified). Performance: built on the nRF52840 SoC for robust wireless performance and low power operation across supported protocols. Use scenarios Desktop development and validation: use with Connect for Desktop to develop, test, and validate Nordic shortrange wireless applications across BLE, Thread, ZigBee, and 802.15.4 networks. Prototyping multi protocol solutions: evaluate interactions between BLE, Thread, ZigBee, and proprietary 2.4 GHz technologies in a single hardware platform, facilitating rapid iteration. Demos and training: deploy the dongle in demonstrations or training environments to illustrate multiprotocol wireless capabilities and connectivity scenarios without needing multiple devices. This description stays aligned with the nRF52840 SoC and Connect for Desktop, emphasizing function, compatibility, size, and practical applications while maintaining a professional and trustworthy tone.