Ericsson Cradlepoint E400 Routing and Security Appliance with 5G Network Slicing

Ericsson Cradlepoint E400 Router with 5G, Wi-Fi 7, & Embedded eSIM/dual-SIM, Zero Trust Security

The Ericsson Cradlepoint E400 is a next-generation routing and security appliance that serves as the core of the architecture – providing integrated support for 3GPP Release 17 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and LEO satellite WANs to deliver high-performance, scalable connectivity from virtually anywhere. The all-in-one form factor makes it easy to connect offices, branches, store, clinics, and pop-up temporary locations to the internet and critical applications without the need for extra hardware or complicated configurations. The embedded 5G or LTE modem means that connectivity is always available from day one without waiting for a wired connection while the dual-SIM ensures continuous uptime for connectivity. Designed to support higher-bandwidth, business-critical, and AI-powered operations, it combines diverse WAN connectivity, LAN switching, network slicing, and zero-trust through unified management to deliver scalable and secure high-performance branch networking.

For organizations moving to a wireless WAN, the E400 offers the ability to pair 5G or LTE with a wired link and use a cellular link as a failover connection, hybrid WAN or a primary connection. For an all-wireless WAN, the E400 offers 5G or LTE performance, which can support the throughput needs of a small- or medium-sized office with the ability to add a second cellular connection to increase available bandwidth and reliability. The cellular modem offers advanced 5G technology to operate with 5G Stand Alone networks, which permit Network Slicing, or the ability to lock into a logical overlay performance-optimized for a specific use case with dedicated bandwidth, and quality of service. The embedded eSIMs provides deployment flexibility, expanded carrier profile options, and allows carrier switching without changing physical SIMs. An Ericsson provided minimal data plan on the eSIM allows for zero touch Provisioning and activation of the E400 in the field without additional connectivity requirements.

The E400 router offers SD-WAN to make cellular, wired and satellite connections optimized so that critical applications are assigned priority and run as expected even in challenging situations. Ericsson SASE zero trust security enhances the organization’s security posture by minimizing the attack surface, limiting the blast radius, and preventing lateral movement. A single policy engine integrates policies for Secure Connect, SD-WAN, and Zero Trust Network Access for a truly unified visibility and management experience, providing simplicity and scalability.

If the LAN and Wi-Fi capacity of the E400 isn’t sufficient for the location needs, expand the available ports and Wi-Fi clients with LAN Switches and Wi-Fi Access Points to add more users, more IoT devices and more applications - without adding complexity. This full stack solution, including the SD-WAN and SASE, is easily managed by NetCloud.

Additionally, the E400 router can serve as the user equipment router for private cellular networks that provide reliable local area network connectivity where wireless LAN fails to meet the network needs due to large areas or excessive congestion.

NetCloud Manager

Ericsson NetCloud Service for the E400 provides everything needed to unlock the power of 5G and LTE at the network edge and connect users and devices to critical applications and services. The Ericsson NetCloud Service package for the E400 includes router software for optimizing routing, Wi-Fi, LAN switching, VPN, SD-WAN, and zero trust security capabilities. The cloud capabilities include zero touch provisioning, group policy definition, best performing carrier selection, cellular health, reports, troubleshooting, and analytics dashboards. The service includes a warranty for as long as there is an active subscription on the router, online training, live and online support, and all software and firmware updates.

Cellular Intelligence Ericsson NetCloud Cellular Intelligence is a collection of software features that allow administrators with distributed wireless WANs to visualize, optimize, and troubleshoot cellular connections, data plans, and traffic flow. Remote Access and Troubleshooting Connection Manager provides the ability to manage all WAN connection types, both wireless and wired, from a single software-defined policy. Cloud Insights Use the dashboard for analytics on client, traffic, and modem data usage to gain insights into network status and make necessary adjustments.

Key Features of the Ericsson Cradlepoint E400

• 5G FR1 NSA/SA and 4G LTE
• 3GPP Release 17
• LTE Advanced Pro Category 20
• Dual SIM slots, 4FF form factor
• Embedded eSIM
• 5G network slicing
• 8Rx support
• Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile support
• 5x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 with DFS
• Passive GNSS with internal antenna
• Certified on public safety networks
• External Power supply
  • Input: 100-240 VAC 1 A
  • Output: 12 VDC 3 A
• 24x7 enterprise support
• Limited lifetime warranty

Unboxing the E400

Contact Us About Data Plans

Enable your E400 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. Plus, manage all of 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 set up instructions are on this page.

High-Performance Antenna Options

The Ericsson Cradlepoint E400 includes four LTE antennas. The four WiFi antennas are internal. Consider other high-performance, rugged antennas from Parsec, Panorama, Mobile Mark, and Taoglas, compatible with the E400 router and approved by Ericsson Cradlepoint. They come with low-loss extension cables and brackets, allowing wall, surface, and magnetic mounting for outdoor, mobile, and industrial locations.

Configurations

BL01-E400-5GE-AM-N, E400 router with a 1-year NetCloud Enterprise Branch Essentials plan
BL03-E400-5GE-AM-N, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Enterprise Branch Essentials plan
BL05-E400-5GE-AM-N, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Enterprise Branch Essentials plan

BLA1-E400-5GE-AM-N, E400 router with a 1-year NetCloud Enterprise Branch Essentials and Advanced plan
BLA3-E400-5GE-AM-N, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Enterprise Branch Essentials and Advanced plan
BLA5-E400-5GE-AM-N, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Enterprise Branch Essentials and Advanced plan

In the Box

1. Ericsson Cradlepoint E400 Routing & Security Appliance
2. (4) Cellular antennas, 600 MHz - 6 GHz, SMA
3. Power Supply, 12 VDC, 2x2, 1.5 meters (North America)
4. Ethernet Cable, Cat5e RJ45, 1.5 meters
5. (2) Door screws

The Ericsson Cradlepoint E400 router is an excellent choice for boosting your network operations. The all-in-one appliance is suited for small to medium-sized setups, offering deployment flexibility that allows you to expand its capabilities into a comprehensive full-stack solution. For a turnkey solution with active SIM cards, data plans, and high-performance antennas, speak with an Ericsson Cradlepoint specialist at Westward Sales. We create solutions that not only meet your networking needs but also fit your budget, too.