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Connecting to Devices at Remote Locations - Cellular/3G Routers

On this page:
  Digi TransPort® WR Family     Digi Connect® WAN Family

  Netcomm:
     CallDirect cellular gateways  Calldirect Series Industrial HSPA Cellular Router

     Calldirect Series Industrial 3G   

     Outdoor Wireless Access Point

     

Digi TransPort® WR Family

Flexible, enterprise class cellular routers for remote and mobile networking applications.
Enterprise Class Wi-Fi to Cellular Routers    scz

Overview

The Digi TransPort WR family of cellular routers offers an all-in-one mobile communications solution with true enterprise class routing, security and firewall.
These multifunction cellular routers feature a flexible design with optional integrated Wi-Fi access point (with multi SSID) / Client, USB, serial and 4-port Ethernet switch, as well as a variety of configuration options including multiple serial ports (async or sync), GPS or I/O telemetry modules.

The Digi TransPort family offers an advanced routing, security and firewall feature set including stateful inspection firewall and integrated VPN.
Enterprise class protocols incorporate BGP, OSPF and VRRP+, a patented technology built upon the popular VRRP failover standard providing true auto sensing, auto failure and auto recovery of any line drop.
Digi TransPort WR routers are ideal for transportation and mobile applications. Flexible power options include 11-58VDC barrel or Molex connectors for direct integration into vehicle applications.
Digi Remote Manager provides easy setup, configuration and maintenance of large installations of Digi TransPort devices.

Features/Benefits

• Enterprise class cellular routers with advanced dynamic routing, security and firewall features
• Available in models optimized for rugged environments
• High speed cellular interfaces:
          GSM GPRS / EDGE / HSPA / CDMA EV-DO
• Optional integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi access point and 4-port Ethernet switch
• Flexible interfaces including serial (async/sync), GPS, USB and telemetry, with flexible DC power options
• Powerful integrated end user programming
• Digi Remote Manager software for easy setup, configuration, and maintenance

Retail/POS and Finance/ATM: Digi TransPort WR41

Remote Office: Digi TransPort WR44

Transportation: Digi TransPort WR44R

   Brochure with full description (.pdf file, opens in new tab or window)

WR44-U500-DE1-SW Digi TransPort WR44
   - HSUPA/EVDO Gobi (850/900/1900/2100), 4 Ethernet, 1 DB-9 RS-232, Encryption, 5 VPN
   Tunnels, Protocol Switch, Standard Temperature, Intl AC Power Supply, antennas included.

The Digi TransPort WR44 is priced from $1362+GST (11/2010) – please contact us for exact pricing of the model you need.

WiFi model with quad band support for all Australian cellular networks:

WR44-U500-WE1-SW  Digi TransPort WR44 - HSUPA/EVDO Gobi (850/900/1900/2100), 4 Ethernet, 1 DB-9 RS-232, Wi-Fi, EncrypMon, 5 VPN Tunnels, Protocol Switch, Standard Temperature, Intl AC Power Supply, antennas included

WiFi model with support for Telstra NextG:

WR44-U300-WE1-SW  TransPort WR44 router with embedded Australian HSPA (850/1900/2100) module & WiFi, 4 ethernet and 1 RS-232 async port, includes VPN Kit (5 Tunnels) with EncrypMon and Protocol Switch Standard

Without WiFi, with quad band support for all Australian cellular networks:

WR44-U500-DE1-SW  Digi TransPort WR44 - HSUPA/EVDO Gobi (850/900/1900/2100), 4 Ethernet, 1 DB-9 RS-232, EncrypMon, 5 VPN Tunnels, Protocol Switch, Standard Temperature, Intl AC Power Supply, antennas included

Without WiFi, with support for Telstra NextG:

WR44-U300-DE1-SW  TransPort WR44 router with embedded Australian HSPA (850/1900/2100) module, 4 ethernet and 1 RS-232 async port, includes VPN Kit (5 Tunnels) with EncrypMon and Protocol Switch Standard


CallDirect cellular gateways

Netcomm Calldirect Series
Industrial HSPA Cellular Router

CDR-790seu and CDR-990seu

Key Features
Powerful and flexible industrial cellular router platform    scz
   supporting various networks and services UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA & GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Industrial features – rugged enclosure, wide operating temperature range -30 to 70°C,
   wall mount option and captive DC terminal block
Wide input voltage range 9-28V DC suitable for diverse environments and applications
Embedded Linux operating system allowing for the installation of custom applications.
    SDK is available
Web interface for easy centralized configuration and management from any PC
One 10/100 Base-TX port for Ethernet and serial connections
One RS232 DB9 DCE port for connection to serial devices
One USB 2.0 host controller for adding on external devices like storage, GPS receiver or USB serial port converter
VPN support for establishing a secure connection over public cellular network using IPsec or OpenVPN
Internal PPTP and IPSEC VPN Client (tested on CISCO and Microsoft RAS)
Supports SNMP with cellular specific MIB, PPPoE, RIP, VRRP. DDNS,
   MAC /NET address filtering, Open VPN, DHCP/DHCP relay
Diagnostic log viewer via browser, remote diagnostics and configuration over the air
PAD mode via the serial port, system monitoring
Integrated GPS support via SDK (Software Development Kit)

The CDR Series allows you to build wide area networks utilizing the superior speeds supported by 3G UMTS networks.
The CDR Series provides the user a point-to-point or point- to-multipoint communications link in a single compact and resilient unit.
The CDR Series are fully featured cellular network routers supporting a large number of communication interfaces and protocols to meet the demands of today’s telemetry and WAN applications.

The router’s Linux OS and available software development kit (SDK) offers the user the ability to install custom firmware via the application programming interface.
Designed with remote installation in mind, the CDR Series supports multi- level system monitoring, giving the user peace of mind the device will keep communication lines up and open.

   Data sheet with full details (pdf file, opens new tab or window)

CDR-790 CallDirect Industrial 3G HSPA Cellular Router,
                  tri-band 850/2100/1900MHz to suit Telstra NextG: $847+GST     11/10

CDR-990 CallDirect Industrial 3G HSPA Cellular Router,
                  tri-band 900/2100/1900MHz to suit Optus/Vodafone/3: $847+GST

Netcomm Calldirect Series
Industrial 3G Cellular Network
Router NTC-6908 / NTC-6909

The benefits of NTC-6908 compared with the CDR-790 above, are as follows:

1. Firmware can be upgraded over the Air
2. Dual Management system – the router can be placed in a recovery mode (this is a benefit if the software becomes corrupt and it will then reload the original firmware revision on to itself.)
3. GPS support via the graphical user interface
4. SMS configuration and diagnostics (in future firmware update)

Key Features
Powerful and flexible industrial cellular router platform supporting various networks and service types    UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA & GSM/GPRS/EDGE.
Industrial Features – rugged enclosure, wide operating temperature range -30 to 70°C,
   wall mount option and captive DC power terminal block.
Wide input voltage range 8-28V DC suitable for diverse environments and applications.
Embedded Linux operating system allowing for the installation of custom applications.
   SDK is available.
Web interface for easy centralized configuration and management from any PC.
One 10/100Base-TX port for Ethernet and serial connections.
One RS232 DB9 DCE port for connection to serial devices.
VPN support for establishing a secure connection over public cellular network using IPsec or OpenVPN.
Supports SNMP with cellular specific MIB, PPPoE, RIP, VRRP. DDNS, MAC /NET address filtering, Open VPN, DHCP/DHCP relay
System monitoring, remote diagnostics and configuration over the air, diagnostic log viewer via browser
PAD mode via the serial port
Integrated GPS support via SDK (Software Development Kit)

The NTC-6000 Series allows you to build wide area networks utilising the superior speeds supported by 3G UMTS networks.
Employing an embedded 3G modem module it offers downlink speeds of up to 7.2Mbps and uplink speeds of up to 5.76Mbps.
The NTC-6000 Series provides the user a point-to-point or point-to-multi-point communications link in a single compact and resilient unit.
These fully featured cellular network routers support a large number of communication interfaces and protocols, and meet the demands of today’s telemetry and WAN applications.

The router’s embedded Linux operating system and available software development kit (SDK) offers the user the ability to install custom firmware via the application programming interface.
Designed with remote installation in mind the NTC-6000 Series supports multi-level system monitoring giving the user peace of mind the device will keep the communication lines up and open.

   Data sheet on NTC-6908 / NTC-6909 (pdf file, opens in new tab or window)

NTC-6908 Industrial 3G Cellular Network Router:  $899

NTC-6909 Industrial 3G Cellular Network Router:  $899

Netcomm NP730 Outdoor Wireless Access Point

802.11b/g Wireless Outdoor Access Point
• Easy Installation
• 5dBi detachable antenna with N type connection
• 64-bit/128-bit/152bit WEP encryption
• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security
• High quality robust material designed for outdoor conditions

• Easy Installation
• 5dBi detachable antenna with N type connection
• 64-bit/128-bit/152bit WEP encryption
• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security
• High quality robust material designed for outdoor conditions
• Range up to 5Km

The NetComm NP730 is an outdoor device that will operate in access point, repeater and bridge mode. Designed to meet the needs of today's most demanding wireless LAN deployments, the NetComm NP730 offers a 5DBI antenna with a 200mw inbuilt booster to enhance wireless network coverage. The NP730 offers a solution to create a reliable and scalable wireless network through its multi mode set up. The device can be used in many instances to increase and enhance wireless coverage.

Operating in the 802.11g wireless spectrum the device provides 54mpbs wireless coverage and is backwards compatible to 802.11b.
Whether you are needing to increase wireless connectivity within an office, warehouse, shop or to extend the range on the NetComm HS960 wireless hotspot or if you are looking to increase outdoor coverage, each external access point offers simple installation and a simple way to increase your coverage.

   Data sheet on NP730 (pdf file, opens in new tab or window)

NP730 Outdoor Wireless Access Point: $628+GST    11/10

Accessories included: 25m RJ45 Cable, 2m RJ45 cable, bracket, DC Injector

 


Digi Connect® WAN Family

    Works with the 3G and HSDPA compliant network
             (works in Australia with major networks)

What makes ConnectPort™ WAN VPN  Commercial Grade?

ConnectPort WAN VPN makes connecting devices easier by offering commercial-grade features such as:

• Enclosed module/PC Card prevents theft/damage     • Sturdy metal case for industrial applications
• Rugged external antenna provides standardized connections for maximum signal strength
• Extended temperature specs (-30° C to 60° C) for hardened environments
• RealPort® for optimized cellular connectivity to serial devices
• Digi SureLink™ uses 3-way method to provide “always-on” communications
• VPN for maximum security
• External LEDs for cellular/Ethernet status and signal strength ensure instant feedback for site surveys and troubleshooting

Perhaps the most important differentiator is Digi Connectware® Manager,
the only truly enterprise class remote device management software available for cellular routers.
Digi Connectware Manager is indispensable where customers require complete control over many remote devices.

     Click here to see the whole "Commercial Grade" document including software advantages

Connecting to Devices at Remote Locations

More customers than ever now require connection of devices at remote locations as well as the devices in their central data center.
Digi has identified this new space as Remote Device Management and now offer a suite of hardware and software solutions that utilize cellular networks.

The Digi Connect WAN family (GSM and CDMA) includes:

Digi Connect® WAN 3G with VPN - 3G high speed upgradeable HSDPA/EV-DO Rev. A Wireless WAN cellular router with integrated VPN.
Digi Connect® WAN                 - 2.5G Wireless WAN cellular router. Provides TCP/IP data communications
                                                                  via cellular GSM EDGE/CDMA 1xRTT networks to remote sites and devices.
Digi Connect® WAN VPN - 2.5G Wireless WAN cellular router plus integrated VPN. Creates a secure WAN connection via an Ethernet-to-cellular interface.
Digi Connect® WAN IA     - 2.5G Wireless WAN gateway with all of the features of Digi Connect WAN VPN, plus an industrial-grade feature set.
Digi Connect® WAN Sync   - 2.5G Wireless WAN cellular router with support for legacy synchronous serial devices.
Digi Connect® WAN GPRS - 2G Wireless WAN cellular router. Provides reliable GPRS wireless TCP/IP data communications via cellular networks.
                                                  Ideal for M2M applications.

   Chart showing the features of the above items

To use products like the
DC-WAN-E300-W or the
CP-WAN-B300-W, you also need a 3G network card, such as
the MC8780 which is listed below on this web page (
click here for MC8780).

DC-WAN-E300-W  Digi Connect WAN 3G

Digi Connect® WAN 3G - upgradeable HSDPA/EVDO Rev A Wireless WAN cellular router with integrated VPN.

• GSM GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA or
   CDMA 1xRTT/EV-DO network for reliable wireless network connectivity
• Unique Digi SureLinkTM “always-on” connection
     maintains wireless connection for rapid on-demand communications
• 10/100Base-T Ethernet and serial connections
• 9-30VDC for diverse power input
• Web interface for easy centralized console configuration and statistics
• Up to 256-bit AES security provides encryption and authentication
     for management communications via Digi Connectware Manager
          More data    bfzf  scz  
     C-WAN-E300-W including Australian power cable:  $970+GST   3/09

To use products like the
DC-WAN-E300-W or the
CP-WAN-B300-W, you also need a 3G network card, such as the MC8780 which is listed below.

CP-WAN-B300-W  Digi ConnectPort WAN VPN

Will be phased out in 2011... superseded by the TransPort WR Family (see above)

Digi ConnectPort™ WAN VPN: an upgradeable, commercial-grade 3G cellular router that
provides secure high speed flexible-function with integrated VPN for primary/backup
wireless connectivity applications to remote sites and devices.

• 2 serial ports, 4 Ethernet switch ports, 2 USB ports
• Easily replaceable PCI Express Modules
• Air support for: - GSM GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA CDMA 1xRTT/EV-DO
• Integrated VPN support
• Unique Digi SureLink™ “always-on” connection maintains network for rapid airtime on-demand communications
• Acts as backup or alternative to primary wireline networks
• Patented Digi RealPort® COM port redirector
• Web interface for easy centralized configuration and statistics
          More data
          CP-WAN-B300-W:   $998+GST    3/08
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MC8780 Card

MC8780 Sierra Wireless tri-band PCI Express embedded module,
HSDPA/UMTS (850, 1900, 2100 MHz), EDGE/GPRS (850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz),
GPS/1575.42 MHz, uplink data rates of up to 2.0 Mbps,
and downlink data rates of up to 7.2 Mbps, receive diversity.  MC8780: $532+GST   3/09   bdfn   scz

WS-WAN-300  Digi Wi-Point 3G

This has been superseded by the TransPort WR Family (see above).

Digi Wi-Point 3G™: a three-in-one router with integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi access point, 10/100 Ethernet, and global cellular network access
Interfaces - Ethernet: 10/100Base-T (LAN), - Cellular: Cellular network PC Card slot - Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g embedded - Serial: DIN connector

 

Broad range of network and device connectivity with cellular 3G uplinks

These products are commercial-grade solutions especially suited to temporary or difficult to access locations or as backup connections for critical sites.
Each product is also upgradeable as faster 3G solutions are released.

Accessing a Wi-Fi hotspot in almost any location just became possible with the addition of the Digi Wi-Point 3G see below.
The three-in-one router features 802.11b/g, 10/100 Ethernet and cellular using any carrier supplied PCMCIA cellular card.
Converting a high-speed 3G connection into a Wi-Fi connection allows multiple devices to benefit from a single cellular card.
The Digi Wi-Point 3G is available now.

The Digi Connect® WAN 3G see below is an upgradeable 3G wireless WAN router supporting both HSDPA and EV-DO for cellular-to-Ethernet connectivity.
Whether serving as a wired backup system or to provide a high-speed IP connection in remote locations, the Digi Connect WAN 3G provides a network connection where maximum uptime is critical, such as retail/POS sites and financial applications.

The ConnectPort WAN VPN now with Python (a dynamic object-oriented programming language)
is an upgradeable, commercial-grade 3G cellular router that provides secure high speed wireless connectivity to remote sites and devices.
It can be used for primary wireless broadband network connectivity to equipment at remote locations, as well as for a backup to existing landline communications.
Applications include utilities, industrial automation, POS/retail, financial (ATMs), traffic, medical, video surveillance and more.

With an upgradeable wireless network platform, customers are able to quickly migrate to future 3G platforms and beyond with supported PCI Express modules.
Also included are two RS-232 serial ports for connecting legacy COM devices and a built-in four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch for connecting additional TCP/IP network devices.
For applications requiring secure connections, ConnectPort WAN VPN offers an available integrated IPsec VPN client/server for true end-to-end data protection.


ConnectPort WAN 3G Router with VPN
   - Intended for PCI Express Modules

Data services on cellular networks have taken leaps and bounds ahead in price/performance in recent times.
Here's how you can take advantage of this change.    scz

Do you need to

The Digi ConnectPort WAN cellular gateway router with firewall provides a 4 port switch, 2 serial ports and a USB port.

Cellular connectivity is provided either by PCI Express module or PCMCIA card mounted internally to protect your asset, and also to allow you to upgrade your gateway when new cellular technology is released.

As an example, with Australia's major new 3G HSDPA network, and the availability from Sierra Wireless of the tri-band MC8775 PCI Express Mini Card, you can achieve peak download data rates of up to 3.6 Mbps.

The MC8775 PCI Express Mini Card embedded module offers connectivity to all three HSDPA/UMTS frequency bands (850, 1900, 2100 MHz) and all four EDGE/GPRS bands (850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz) used worldwide, allowing seamless global roaming on the best available network.

The telcos are coming to the party with appropriate data plans to make this solution eminently practical.

This combination is available now.

• Upgradeable, commercial-grade 3G cellular router
• Certified by multiple wireless carriers
      Cingular (GSM GPRS/EDGE, HSDPA/UMTS)
      Sprint (CDMA 1xRTT, EvDO)
      Verizon Wireless (CDMA 1xRTT, EvDO)
• CDMA EvDO Rev. A   or   GSM HSDPA/UMTS support
• Secure wireless WAN connection over high speed cellular network
• Upgradeable via enclosed PCMCIA or PCI Express modules
• 4-port Ethernet switch, 2 RS-232 serial ports, 1 USB port

  ConnectPort WAN VPN flash demo     Data sheet on ConnectPort WAN™ VPN (.pdf)    Other documents

       Overview of remote wireless data communications over GSM and CDMA networks (.pdf file, 24 pages)

       http://www.digi.com/products/wireless/connectportwanvpn.jsp

The ConnectPort WAN VPN is an upgradeable, commercial-grade 3G cellular router that provides secure high speed wireless connectivity to remote sites and devices. It can be used for primary wireless broadband network connectivity to equipment at remote locations, as well as for a backup to existing landline communications. Applications include utilities, industrial automation, POS/retail, financial (ATMs), traffic, medical, video surveillance and more.

With an upgradeable wireless network platform, customers are able to quickly migrate to future 3G platforms and beyond with supported Type 2 PCMCIA Card slots or PCI Express modules.
Also included are two RS-232 serial ports for connecting legacy COM devices and a built-in four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch for connecting additional TCP/IP network devices.

ConnectPort WAN supports both CDMA EvDO Rev. A and GSM HSDPA/UMTS 3G networks.

Digi Connectware® Manager, an enterprise remote device management software, enables users to easily view, configure and monitor one or thousands of remote devices. Receive email alerts, integrate with DNS server or incorporate with your network management software.

For applications requiring secure connections, ConnectPort WAN VPN offers an available integrated IPsec VPN client/server for true end-to-end data protection.

Certified wireless carriers include Cingular and Sprint (more coming soon).

5 year licence for “ConnectWare Manager” management software is included.  TT  scz

  

MC8775V PCI Express Mini Card embedded (voice enabled variant) module
offers connectivity to all three HSDPA/UMTS frequency bands (850, 1900, 2100 MHz)
and all four EDGE/GPRS bands (850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz) used worldwide,
allowing seamless global roaming on the best available network: $481+GST