Branch Connectivity for High Availability in an All-in-One Solution
Cradlepoint branch routers provide industry-leading Gigabit-Class LTE connectivity as well as Ethernet and WiFi. NetCloud Solution Packages with branch routers include cloud management, along with SD-WAN and SD-Perimeter functionality, to deliver a modern Elastic Edge for small- to medium-sized branch locations that demand secure, flexible connectivity.
Cradlepoint branch routers are sold as part of an all-inclusive branch networking solution in a NetCloud Solution Package, which includes NetCloud software, purpose-built hardware, 24x7 support, and limited lifetime warranty.
Cradlepoint branch routers provide industry-leading Gigabit-Class LTE connectivity as well as Ethernet and WiFi. NetCloud Solution Packages with branch routers include cloud management, along with SD-WAN and SD-Perimeter functionality, to deliver a modern Elastic Edge for small- to medium-sized branch locations that demand secure, flexible connectivity.
Cradlepoint branch routers are sold as part of an all-inclusive branch networking solution in a NetCloud Solution Package, which includes NetCloud software, purpose-built hardware, 24x7 support, and limited lifetime warranty.
AER2200
Advanced Edge Routing for cloud-managed modern branch networking with WiFi access points.
AER1600 Series
Advanced Edge Routing for branch primary and application-specific networking.
Product Comparison
| Cloud Management | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LTE | LTE Advanced Pro* | LTE Advanced** | Optional with CBA850 |
| Dual-Modem Support | 1 embedded, 1 integrated | 1 embedded, 1 integrated* | Optional with CBA850s |
| WiFi (Dual-band, dual concurrent a/b/g/n/ac | External antennas, 4x4 MIMO | Internal antennas, 2x2 MIMO | Optional with AP22 |
| WiFi-as-WAN | Yes | Yes | No |
| NetCloud Perimeter | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Zone-Based Firewall | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CP Secure Web Filter Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CP Secure Threat Management Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ports (LAN/WAN switchable) | 10 GigE ports | 5 GigE ports | 8 GigE ports & 2 SFP+ ports |
| Rack Mount | Yes | No | Yes |
| Housing | Metal | Industrial Plastic | Metal |
| Processor | 716 MHz quad-core processor | 800MHz dual-core processor | 2.2 GHz x86 quad-core processor |
| Memory | 512 MB DRAM; 8 GB eMMC | 256MB DDR3 | 8 GB DDR4 ECC; 16 GB eMMC Flash |
| Power-over-Ethernet | Yes (up to 4 ports .at) | No | Yes (up to 8 ports) with PoE SKU |
*Theoretical maximum modem speed of 1.2 Gbps with available Gigabit-Class LTE modem.
**Theoretical maximum modem speed 300Mbps. LP6-M versions of the AER1600/AER1650 come with a single LTE-A capable modem. Dual modem operation is not supported.
†With CP4250-POE SKU only
LTE Adapters
ARC CBA850
A turnkey networking solution for best-in-class 3G/4G/LTE failover with cloud-secure Out-of-Band Management.
| LTE Advanced Pro | Yes, 1.2 Gbps* |
| Cloud Management | Yes |
| Out-of-Band Management | Yes |
| Ports (LAN/WAN) | 2 GigE Ports (1 NAT; 1 IP Pass-through by default) |
| Material | Plastic |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) |
| Sim Slots | Two 2FF |
| Power-over-Ethernet | Yes |
| Console Port (RJ45) | Yes |
*Theoretical maximum speed with available Gigabit-Class LTE modem.
Access Points for Integrated Wireless WAN
AP22
Enables easy-to-install wireless connectivity within branch office locations with Cradlepoint routers.
| Centralized Management | Yes, with NetCloud Manager |
| WiFi Radios | 3 |
| High-Capacity WiFi | 2x2: 2 DBDC (as is) |
| Fast Roaming | 802.11R |
| Wired Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Client & Application Visibility | With Cradlepoint Routers |
Cloud-based VPN Concentrator
CVR
A cloud-based VPN concentrator designed for small to mid-sized businesses running or migrating services to the cloud.
| Supported Platform | Amazon Web Services (AWS) |
| Cloud Management | Yes, with NetCloud Manager |
| VPN Technology | Auto VPN or DMVPN |
| VPN Tunnels | 100 |
| VPN Throughput | 250 Mbps |