Ericsson Cradlepoint R980-FIPS 5G Ruggedized Router, TAA Compliant, FIPS 140-3

Ericsson Cradlepoint R980-FIPS 5G Ruggedized Router, CAT 19 LTE, FIPS 140-3 Certified

With national security at stake, agencies rely on secure Ericsson Cradlepoint solutions that support segmentation, VPNs, and content filtering, and that are FIPS Compliant. The Federal Information Processing Standard 140-3 (FIPS 140-3) is an information technology security accreditation program for validating that the cryptographic modules produced by private sector companies meet well-defined security standards. Ericsson Cradlepoint’s FIPS 140-3 Inside certifications allows continued support of its commitment to deliver highly-secure, cloud-managed networking solutions for mission-critical applications and environments that require the strictest of protections.

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R980-FIPS is a ruggedized 5G router that delivers high-performance connectivity to vehicles, enabling the deployment of advanced applications such as AI-driven video recognition and real-time data analysis. From military bases and disaster response to offices and remote work, U.S. agencies need highly secure and reliable access to mission-critical information and applications. The compact R980-FIPS delivers secure and persistent 5G connectivity, even in the most demanding conditions. It can also be leveraged in IoT deployments where video and mission critical applications may require higher performance and lower latency. With its 3rd generation 5G architecture, the R980-FIPS is 3GPP Release 16 compatible, ensuring readiness for standalone (SA) networks and network slicing, including public safety slices and low latency network slices for IoT. The router’s new, embedded e-SIM will enable over-the-air carrier switching in future NetCloud releases, adding deployment flexibility and operational efficiency. This forward-looking design makes the R980-FIPS an ideal solution for organizations readying to leverage 5G’s full potential in their vehicle fleets.

NetCloud Features for Mobile and IoT

The R980-FIPS Series is part of a NetCloud Mobile Essentials or NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials Package. Ericsson NetCloud provides connectivity, network, security, and location services to connect everything in the vehicle or IoT deployment while providing access to IT for remote management, troubleshooting, and analytics. 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's Cradlepoint University.

Key Features of the Ericsson Cradlepoint R980-FIPS

• TAA Compliant and FIPS 140-3 Certified
• Gain fast, reliable connectivity with 5G NR / Cat 19 LTE providing fast upload for video and data
• Prioritize access to public safety networks for reliable, secure connectivity
• Use advanced GNSS/GPS functionality for location tracking & cellular coverage maps
• Enable zero trust security and SD-WAN with 5G SASE
• Extend your deployment and enable customized solutions with powerful edge compute capabilities, including containers, connectors, SDKs, and API support
• Take advantage of 5G network slices to segment and isolate applications or devices, prioritize traffic, and have greater control over wireless network services.
• Change carriers over the air quickly and easily with built-in eSIM capability
• Dual-band, dual-concurrent; 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
• 2 GbE Ethernet ports
• FirstNet Trusted, T-Mobile Connecting Heroes, Verizon Frontline
• Firewall Throughput: 940 Mbp

Contact Us About Data Plans

Enable your R980-FIPS 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 setup instructions are listed here.

High-Performance Antenna Options

The R980 does not include antennas. The R980-FIPS Antenna Page lists high-performance, rugged antennas from Parsec, Panorama, Mobile Mark, and Taoglas, compatible with the R980-FIPS router and approved by Ericsson Cradlepoint. They come with low-loss extension cables and mounting options, allowing wall, surface, and magnetic mounting for outdoor, mobile, and industrial locations.

Configurations

TAA-MBA1-R980-5GD-FA, R980-FIPS router with Wi-Fi, 1-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Advanced plan, no AC power supply or antennas
TAA-MBA3-R980-5GD-FA, Same as above with a 3-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Advanced plan
TAA-MBA5-R980-5GD-FA, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Advanced plan

TAA-TCA3-R980-5GD-FA, R980-FIPS router with Wi-Fi, 3-year NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials Advanced plan, no AC power supply or antennas
TAA-TCA5-R980-5GD-FA, Same as above with a 5-year NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials Advanced plan

For the non-FIPS model see the R980 router.

Unboxing the R980 Router

In the Box

• Ericsson Cradlepoint R980-FIPS router
• GPIO cable, 3-meter length, 20 AWG, 2x2 locking connector
• Mounting template

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R980-FIPS router is an excellent choice for boosting your network operations. For a turnkey solution with active SIM cards, data plans, high-performance antennas, and NetCloud renewals, 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.