ZEBRA MC3300ax Mobile Computer Specification

Specifications

• Hardware Options: 2GB/16GB(BG), 3GB/32GB w/o Camera (MG), 3GB/32GB With Camera (PG)
• Supported Devices: MC3300ax, MC20, RZ-H271, CC600, CC6000, EC30, EC50, EC55, ET51, ET56, L10A, MC2200*, MC2700*, MC3300x, MC3300xR, MC9300, TC21, TC21 HC, TC26, TC26 HC, TC52, TC52 HC, TC52x, TC52x HC, TC52AX, TC52AX HC, TC57, TC57x, TC72, TC77, TC8300, VC8300 & WT6300 family

Product Usage Instructions

Updating to Android 14
To update to Android 14, follow these steps:

1. Ensure you have read the documentation on avoiding data loss during the update.
2. Download the necessary software packages: Full Update package, Delta Update package if applicable, and Reset Packages if needed.
3. Check the compatibility of your current OS version with the Zebra Conversion Package (ZCP) for Android 14 migration.
4. Install the updates in sequential order following the guidelines provided.

Security Updates
Stay compliant with security updates by regularly installing LifeGuard Updates. The latest LifeGuard Update 14-23-05.00-UG-U03 contains security patches up to December 05, 2024.

Highlights

This Android 14 GMS release covers MC3300ax, MC20, RZ-H271, CC600, CC6000, EC30, EC50, EC55, ET51, ET56, L10A, MC2200*, MC2700*, MC3300x, MC3300xR, MC9300, TC21, TC21 HC, TC26, TC26 HC, TC52, TC52 HC, TC52x, TC52x HC, TC52AX, TC52AX HC, TC57, TC57x, TC72, TC77, TC8300, VC8300 & WT6300 family of products.

*Please find the special note for MC2200/MC2700 for A14 release support.

• Starting at Android 11, Delta Updates must be installed in sequential order (ascending oldest to newest); Update Package List (UPL) is no longer a supported method. In place of installing multiple sequential Deltas, a Full Update can be used to jump to any available LifeGuard Update.
• LifeGuard patches include all previous fixes that are part of earlier patch releases.
• Please see, device compatibility under Addendum Section for more details.

AVOID DATA LOSS WHEN UPDATING TO ANDROID 14
Read https://techdocs.zebra.com/lifeguard/a14/ SDM660 Upgrade Path on TechDocs

Software Packages

Zebra Conversion Package for migrating to Android 14 without data loss. 

Security Updates

This build is Compliant up to Android Security Bulletin of December 05, 2024.

LifeGuard Update 14-23-05.00-UG-U03

• LifeGuard Update 14-23-05.00-UG-U03 contains security updates.
• This LG Delta Update package is applicable for the 14-23-05.00-UG-U00-STD-HEL-04 BSP version.
• New Features
  • None
• Resolved Issues
  • None
• Usage Notes
  • None

LifeGuard Update 14-23-05.00-UG-U00

LifeGuard Update 14-23-05.00-UG-U00 contains security updates, bug fixes and SPRs.

New Features

• Zebra is using Play Auto Installs (PAI) to support server-side configurations for installation of few GMS applications.
• Google meet and Drive applications are installed as part of the end-user out-of-box experience.
• The above-mentioned applications are also installed as part of OS Upgrade from any of the previous OS desserts to Android 14.
• Enterprise use-cases like DO enrollment, Skip setup wizard will also have the abovementioned GMS applications installed as part of the end-user experience.
• The above-mentioned GMS applications will be installed on the device after internet connection is enabled on the device.

After PAI has installed the above-mentioned GMS applications and if the user uninstalls any of them, such uninstalled applications will be re-installed back on next device reboot.

• The Hotseat home screen “Phone” icon has been replaced by the “Files” icon (for Wi-Fi-only devices).
• The split-screen feature on Tablet devices allows you to view two apps simultaneously.
• Users can select a portion of available device storage to be used as system RAM. This feature can be turned ON/OFF by the device admin only. Please refer to https://techdocs.zebra.com/mx/powermgr/ for more details.
• Added support for DHCP Option 119, which will work only on managed devices over WLAN, and the WLAN profile should be created by the device owner.
• Added support to control BLE scan based on the application package.
• Added support for an RSSI filter for BLE scan based on the application package.
• Added support for 1x authentication in ethernet.
• Support for Cross AKM Roam and EAP TLS 1.3
• Wi-Fi Direct enhancements

Scanning Features 

• FS40 (SSI Mode) Scanner Support with DataWedge.
• Expose the GS1 DataBar Security Level settings.
• New Configurable Focus Parameters offered for devices with SE55 Scan Engines.
• SPR 53388: Firmware Update for SE55(PAAFNS00-001-R09) Scan Engine with Critical bug fixes, and performance enhancements.
• Added support for Regular Expression checking in Free-Form OCR and Picklist + OCR workflows.

o Usage Notes

• Compatible with new Power Amplifier (PA) hardware (SKY77652). WWAN SKUs manufactured after November 25, 2024, will have this new PA component and will not be allowed to downgrade below the following Android images: A13 image 13-34-31.00-
  • TG-U00-STD, A11 image 11-51-18.00-RG-U00-STD, A10 image 10-63-18.00-QG-U00-STD and A8 image 01-83-27.00-OG-U00-STD.
• Existing customers can upgrade to A14 with data persistence using one of the following methods.
  • Using FDE-FBE conversion package (FDE-FBE conversion package – SDM660 Upgrade Path)

Version Information
Below Table contains important information on versions

Device Support
Please see device compatibility details under Addendum Section.

Known Constraints

• Dessert Upgrade to A14ss will have Enterprise reset because of Encryption change from FDE to FBE.
• Customers who upgrade from A10/A11 to A13 without FDE-FBE conversion package or EMM persistence will result in data wipe.
• Dessert upgrade from A10, A11 to A13 can be done with UPL with reset command. Oreo reset command is not supported.
• EMM supporting persistence feature (primarily Airwatch/SOTI) will only work while migrating from A11 to A13 and A11 to A14.

Important Links 

• SDM660 A14 OS Update instructions
• FDE-FBE conversion package – SDM660 Upgrade Path
• Zebra Techdocs
• Developer Portal

Addendum

Device Compatibility
This software release has been approved for use on the following devices.

Component Versions 

Revision History 

FAQ

Q: How do I know if my device is supported for Android 14?
A: Check the hardware options and supported devices list provided in the specifications section above. If your device matches the criteria, it is likely supported for Android 14.

Q: Can I jump directly to any available LifeGuard Update without installing multiple sequential Deltas?
A: Yes, starting at Android 11, you can use a Full Update to jump to any available LifeGuard Update instead of installing multiple sequential Deltas.

Q: What should I do if I encounter issues during the update process?
A: If you encounter issues during the update process, refer to the documentation provided by Zebra Technologies or reach out to their customer support for assistance.

Documents / Resources

	ZEBRA MC3300ax Mobile Computer Specification [pdf] Owner's Manual MC3300ax Mobile Computer Specification, MC3300ax, Mobile Computer Specification, Specification
	ZEBRA MC3300ax Mobile Computer [pdf] Owner's Manual C3300ax, MC20, RZ-H271, CC600, CC6000, EC30, EC50, EC55, ET51, ET56, L10A, MC2200, MC2700, MC3300x, MC3300xR, MC9300, TC21, TC21 HC, TC26, TC26 HC, TC52, TC52 HC, TC52x, TC52x HC, TC52AX, TC52AX HC, TC57, TC57x, TC72, TC77, TC8300, VC8300 WT6300, MC3300ax Mobile Computer, MC3300ax, Mobile Computer, Computer

References

• User Manual