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The AER1650 advanced LTE edge router from Ericsson Cradlepoint, together with their NetCloud Branch Essentials cloud management package, offers enterprise-class LTE communication to small and mid-sized businesses. It’s suited for branch offices, pop-up stores, retailers, and kiosks. These types of businesses rely on the AER1650 NetCloud branch solution to provide dependable, around-the-clock performance to fulfill critical communication demands.
The AER1650 offers flexible 4G LTE deployment options. It comes equipped with an embedded Cat 4 (150 Mbps) or Cat 6 (300 Mbps) Advanced Pro LTE modem. It may be upgraded to Cat 18 Gigabit-Class speeds (1200 Mbps) with the installation of an MC400 Advanced Pro modem. The AER1650 accommodates two modems. A second modem offers a continuous connection, failover, and support for two wireless carriers. The router also includes 2x2 MIMO antennas, 5 Gigabit LAN and WAN ports, and active GPS. The AER1650 does not include Wi-Fi. If Wi-Fi is required, see the AER1600. router.
The NetCloud Branch Essentials package boosts productivity, management, and security. It is a cloud service platform that remotely administers the AER1650, making wireless networking a breeze. From a secure web browser, you can monitor, control, and troubleshoot your network and attached routers. NetCloud provides routing functions, security, and control of the cellular interface. It significantly simplifies branch networking, providing “zero-touch” deployment. And, it maximizes your LTE connection for high-performance communication.
The AER1650 is sold in a complete NetCloud Solution Package for Branch Networks and includes cloud management, 24x7 support, and a Limited Lifetime Warranty on the hardware. Choose from one, three, or five-year subscription plans. The NetCloud Advanced option adds features such as data traffic analytics, firewall, and URL content filtering.
Cloud ManagementConfigure, monitor, visualize, control, and troubleshoot your branch network and endpoints.
OrchestrationQuickly establish a VPN over wired and wireless broadband.
Edge ComputingCreate custom applications, then deploy them networkwide from the cloud. Ensure application performance and availability while controlling LTE utilization.
Unified Edge SecurityIncludes an application-aware firewall, intrusion protection, threat management, and web content filtering. |
BA1-1650LP6I-N0N, AER1650 router with LP6 modem (300 Mbps), 1-year NetCloud Branch Essentials (no spare MC400 slot)
BA3-1650LP6I-N0N, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Branch Essentials plan
BA5-1650LP6I-N0N, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Branch Essentials plan
BA1-1650LP4-N0N, AER1650 router with a LP4 modem (150 Mbps), 1-year NetCloud Branch Essentials
BA3-1650LP4-N0N, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Branch Essentials plan
BA5-1650LP4-N0N, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Branch Essentials plan
BA1-1650NM-00N, AER1650 router with NO modem, 1-year NetCloud Branch Essentials
BA3-1650NM-00N, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Branch Essentials plan
BA5-1650NM-00N, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Branch Essentials plan
Data plans and NetCloud renewals are available. Contact Westward Sales for a quote.
The AER1650 branch router is an excellent choice for enhancing communications in retail stores and businesses. For an entire solution with SIM cards, data plan, and high-performance antennas, contact one of our Ericsson Cradlepoint specialists at Westward Sales. We offer configurations that meet technical specs and budgets.
Technology | |
Category | Cellular Router |
Cellular Interface | |
Carrier | AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, and Verizon |
Category | Cat 6 (300 Mbps) or Cat 4 (150 Mbps) |
SIM Holder | Dual SIM slots per modem |
Networks | LTE frequency bands and carrier aggregation per data sheet. |
Antenna | 2 x 2 MIMO |
Network Management | |
Firewall Features | RADIUS and TACACS+, IEEE 802.1x authentication, Zscaler integration, certificate support, ALGs, MAC address filtering, Advanced Security Mode (local user management only), client web filtering, IP filtering, content filtering (basic), website filtering |
IP Suite | VLAN 802.1Q, DHCP (Server, Client, and Relay), DNS and DNS Proxy, DMZ, Multicast/Multicast Proxy, MAC address filtering, LLDP, UPnP |
VPN Features | IPsec Tunnel (up to 20 concurrent sessions), IKEv2 support (includes MOBIKE), OpneVPN (SSL VPN), L2TP, GRE Tunnel, OSPF/BGP/RIP, Route Filters (Access Control Lists, Prefix Filters, Route Maps, Communities for BGP), Per-Interface Routing, Static Routing, Policy-based Routing, NAT-less Routing, Virtual Server/Port Forwarding, NEMO/DMNR, IPv6, VTI Tunnel support, VRRP, STP, NHRP |
QoS | IEEE 802.1p/q AutoQoS with DSCP and Priority Queuing, prioritization of VoIP services with segmentation |
System Configuration | NetCloud Manager, NetCloud Perimter gateway, SDK support, Web UI, API, CLI, Data Usage Alerts (router and per client), Advanced Troubleshooting (support), Device Alerts, SNMP, SMS control, out-of-band management (OOBM) via USB to serial port |
Reliability | Advanced Modem Failure Check, Failover/Failback |
Cloud Protocols | NetCloud Branch Essentials and Advanced plans with cloud-based management with SIP ALG and NAT to allow VoIP and UC communications to traverse firewall, private network support (wired and 4G WAN) |
Interfaces | |
LAN Ports | 5 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000TX) LAN or WLAN with port speed control, WiFi and WAN, WAN/LAN affinity, IP passthrough, standby, load balancing, failover, DynDNS, and Split DNS |
USB | 1 USB 2.0 |
Wireless | No Wi-Fi |
Console Port | Serial port for out-of-band management of a connected device |
Power | |
Power Consumption | 10.6 W max, 7.3 W standby |
Input Voltage | 12 VDC, AC/DC power adapter include |
Mechanical | |
Connector Type | 2 SMA for LTE antenna |
Dimensions | 8.3 x 6.6 x 1.7 inches (210 x 167 x 44 mm) |
Mounting | Flange or rack mount |
LED Indicators | Power, WiFi broadcast, signal strength, WAN status, and modem status |
Ratings | |
Operating Temperature | 0 to 50° C (32 to 122° F) |
Humidity | 10 to 85% non-condensing |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, CE, IC, PTCRB, |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime with active NetCloud plan |
Download Name | File Size |
Ericsson Cradlepoint Antenna Reference Guide V3 | 598.79KB |
Ericsson Cradlepoint AER1600 Datasheet | 225.22KB |
Ericsson Cradlepoint AER1600 Overview | 185.63KB |
Ericsson Cradlepoint Branch Brochure | 1.26MB |
Ericsson NetCloud Branch Features | 84.96KB |