Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 Series 5G Ruggedized Router for Vehicle & IoT Deployment

Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 High Performance 5G Ruggedized Router, MIMO CAT 7 LTE

The R920 Series, a versatile LTE router with a wide span of use cases, provides flexible connectivity in vehicles and IoT deployments. With its IP64 ruggedization rating and certifications for public safety networks, the Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 can be used in harsh environments such as automobile trunks, warehouses, NEMA enclosures, kiosks, building automation, oil and gas, utility, and smart city infrastructure deployments. The R920 supports a managed accessory that allows the addition of a 5G modular modem for increased performance and multiple carrier support. The rugged design and the CBRS band support make it ideal for private networks. The solution is highly extensible with APIs, SDKs, and integrations into IoT platforms, and the generous memory supports onboard edge containers and security services.

NetCloud Features for Mobile and IoT

As part of a NetCloud Mobile or NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Package, Ericsson NetCloud provides connectivity, network, security, and location services to connect everything in the vehicle or IoT deployment. These services also provide IT access to secure remote management, troubleshooting, and analytics without requiring onsite staff. When coupled with the Mobile Performance service plan, organizations gain a full suite of security and AVL capabilities, including threat management, web filtering, application visibility, analytics, and advanced GNSS/GPS functionality with location tracking and cellular coverage maps. The Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 also supports NetCloud Exchange services, which provide Zero Trust Network Access and 5G optimized SD-WAN. Combined with the RX20 Managed Accessory, the R920 can be field upgraded to include a second LTE or 5G modem. NetCloud Service for IoT encompasses a suite of technologies designed for IoT applications: reliability, security, management, and data orchestration. Each service includes: Centralized endpoint management with insights and visual analytics, 24×7 enterprise support and a limited lifetime warranty, and On-demand training with Ericsson Cradlepoint University.

Key Features of the Cradlepoint R920

• Gain fast, reliable connectivity with Cat 7 LTE, providing fast upload for video and data
• Add a second LTE or 5G cellular modem for multi-link dependability with the RX20 dock
• 2x2 MIMO cellular interface
• Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth wireless technology
• Integrated GPS
• Prioritize access to public safety networks for reliable, secure connectivity
• Enable unified edge security with application-aware multizone firewalls, IDS/IPS, and available FIPS 140-3 Level 1 Implementation Under Test
• Extend your deployment and enable customized solutions with powerful edge compute capabilities, including containers, connectors, SDKs, and API support
• Supports Band 48 CBRS for private cellular networks and AT&T Band 14
• Firewall Throughput: 940 Mbp

Contact Us About Data Plans

Enable your R920 with a cost-effective monthly data plan to ensure your router is ready to deploy. Select Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T, and the data plan size from 100 MB to Unlimited GB. You are billed monthly; there’s no long-term contract. Manage all your fielded gateways from a single cloud-based web portal.

You can purchase a SIM card from this page. It will be mailed to you in 2 to 3 business days. After you receive your card, sign up for a data plan at Mobility Help Desk. The setup instructions are listed here.

High-Performance Antenna Options

See the Accessories tab above or the R920 Antenna page for a list of Ericsson-approved, high-performance antennas. Manufactured by top-tier companies like Parsec, Panorama, Mobile Mark, and Taoglas, these omnidirectional antennas are compatible with the R920 router. Most include low-loss extension cables and mounting brackets to locate the antenna where you need it for the best signal strength. These antennas are built for demanding environments and are ideal for vehicles, machines, industrial operations, and outdoor locations.

Configurations

MA01-0920-C7A-NA, R920 router with Wi-Fi, 1-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials plan, no AC power supply or antennas
MA03-0920-C7A-NA, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials plan
MA05-0920-C7A-NA, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials plan

MAA1-0920-C7A-NA, R920 router with Wi-Fi, 1-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Advanced plan, no AC power supply or antennas
MAA3-0920-C7A-NA, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Advanced plan
MAA3-0920-C7A-NA, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Advanced plan

TC03-0920-C7A-NN, R920 router with Wi-Fi, 3-year NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials plan, with AC power supply and antennas
TC05-0920-C7A-NN, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials plan

TCA3-0920-C7A-NN, R920 router with Wi-Fi, 3-year NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials Advanced plan, with AC power supply or antennas
TCA5-0920-C7A-NN, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials Advanced plan

Data plans, SIM cards, and NetCloud renewals are available. Contact Westward Sales for a quote.

In the Box

• R920 router
• GPIO cable, 3-meter length, 20 AWG, 2x2 locking connector
• Mounting template

Note: Antennas and AC/DC power supplies are sold separately