CradlePoint MBR1200B 3G/4G Mobile Broadband Router w/ WiFi as WAN
Firmware 3.5.1

The MBR1200B is an updated version of the MBR1200 that operates on Cradlepoint's newer NetBSD platform.

The CradlePoint MBR1200B router enables easy-to- install wireless connectivity in small business or remote office locations. Ideal for small businesses, temporary command centers, home offices, recreational vehicles, and mobile networks, the CradlePoint MBR1200B provides Ethernet wired, and 3G/4G wireless WAN connectivity to keep you and your business up and running.

Powered by WiPipeTM technology, the MBR1200B router includes many features found in expensive, enterprise-class routers at a fraction of the cost. With minimal set up and maintenance, including our pre- installed software, it has “right out of the box” simplicity.

Fast Facts about this Product:

• This router is best for: The MBR1200B is an affordable choice for people wanting enterprise features like site to site VPN and load balancing, and the optional security enclosure makes it a great choice for in-the-field applications.
• Form Factors Supported: 2 USB, 1 Expresscard (view full compatibility chart)
• Technologies Supported: 2G, 3G, and 4G
• WiFi Standard: 802.11 B, G, & N
• WiFi as WAN: Yes (more info)
• WiFi Range: 100-150ft through walls, much greater unobstructed (variable depending on interference from other electronics and physical interference such as thick walls). For information about maximizing your router's WiFi range, check out this Tip of the Week: Maximizing Your Cradlepoint Router's WiFi Range
• Number of Ethernet ports: 1 WAN input, 4 LAN outputs (can be configured for 2 WAN and 3 LAN)
• Load Balancing: Yes (more info)
• Power Supply: AC Adapter included, DC adapter sold separately
• Size: Large - 9" x 5.1" x 1.6"
• Click here for compatible accessories

This router is great for online gaming! Read more about using a router for gaming with the PS3, Xbox, and Wii here

If you plan to use this router with a 4G WiMAX or LTE modem, we strongly advise using a USB extension cable to reduce interference and improve performance. 3Gstore carries a 9'10" USB extension and a 3'4" USB extension for this purpose. Read more here: Add a USB Extension Cable When Using 4G Modems in a Router

If you're using this router to connect to a hotspot device (e.g. MiFi, iPhone hotspot, etc), place that device as close as possible to your router for best results.

Features:

ALWAYS CONNECTED

• Ensure against loss of productivity and business opportunity with automatic failover when the wired connection is disrupted.
• Use as primary connection when the wireline is not available or impractical.
• Load balance across the wired and/or multiple wireless connections when additional bandwidth is required.

SECURE AND RELIABLE

• LAN connections are protected with advanced WiFi encryption.
• Main office access and business transactions are protected by VPN capability, and other security features to ensure your network stays secure.
• Designed for small office/home office deployments.
• Engineered for day-in, day-out 24/7 Internet connectivity.

REMOTE MANAGEMENT, SERVICE AND SUPPORT

• WiPipeTM Central remote management portal enables remote configuration, network wide firmware updates and a variety of reporting and alerting capabilities to inform on network status and prevent overage charges.
• In addition to the standard 1 year warranty, standard and proactive enterprise support agreements are available.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Internet Access and Device Connectivity
  • Plug-and-play support for over 125 of the most advanced broadband data modems (LTE, WiMAX, HSPA+). Security cap available to prevent device theft
  • 5 Ethernet 10/100 LAN/WAN ports for Ethernet-enabled devices or landline Internet (up to 2 WAN, up to 5 LAN, 5 total)
  • Wireless LAN - WiFi (802.11 b/g/n) Supports up to 64 connections at a time
  • Works with high-performance Business-Grade Modem Caps
• Business Continuity: Failover/Failback
  • Automatic failover to wireless WAN connection when wired WAN disruption occurs, automatic failback when wired WAN connection is restored
  • Load balancing across multiple wired and wireless WANs for more bandwidth
  • Proactive alerts when failover occurs through WiPipe Central™
• Flexibility
  • Remote management with WiPipe™ Central and SNMP v1,2,3
  • Two SSIDs, with individual security , separate critical traffic
  • “WiFi-as-WAN” mode enables use as a WiFi repeater, WiFi bridge or as a WiFi- to-Ethernet adapter for Ethernet-enabled devices
  • Two Ethernet ports can be configured to “WAN Mode” to provide wireless and wired failover and load balancing
  • Data usage management and alerts to monitor data usage and avoid overages
• Security
  • IPsec VPN (2 sessions) with GRE tunneling option, also supports pass-through VPN connections (IPSec, L2TP, PPTP)
  • WEP, WPA, WPA2 and AES encryption for secure WiFi
  • Stateful packet inspection firewall and NAT (network address translation) to prevent unwanted access to connected computers
  • Variety of security features (URL filtering, traffic filtering, DMZ, virtual server, port forwarding) for safer internet access

Router Details:

• WAN Security: WAN Security NAT, SPI, ALG, inbound filtering of IP addresses, port blocking, service (port) filtering (FTP, SMTP, HTTP, RPL, SNMP, DNS, ICMP, NNTP, POP3, SSH), protocol filtering, WAN ping (allow/ignore)
• Redundancy and Load Balancing: Failover/failback with 4G/3G/Ethernet, Load Balancing, WAN failure detection
• Intelligent Routing: UPnP, DMZ, virtual server/port forwarding, routing rules, NAT-less routing, route management, content filtering, website filtering, local DHCP server, DHCP client, DNS, DNS proxy. ALGs: PPTP, L2TP, PPPoE passthrough, IPSec passthrough, FTP (passive), FTP (active), MAC address filtering, dynamic DNS
• Management: Remote WAN web-based management access (HTTP, HTTPS), web-based GUI (easy management), server- based centralized management (WiPipe™ Central), SNMP v1, v2c & v3, one-button firmware upgrade, modem configuration and management, modem data usage and alerts
• Performance & Heath Monitoring: Modem Health Management (MHM) improves connectivity of 3G/4G modems, SSID-based priority, WAN port speed control
• VPN (IPSec) Tunnel, NAT-T and transport modes, device to CradlePoint, Cisco/Linksys, Linux system, Hash (MD5, SHA128, SHA256, SHA384, SHA512), Cipher (AES, 3DES, DES), support for 2 connections, GRE tunneling, multiple networks supported in a single tunnel

Specifications:

• Data In: USB modem (2), ExpressCard modem (1) (view full compatibility chart), 10/100 Ethernet WAN ports (2) , WiFi as WAN, wireless 2x2 MIMO “N” WiFi 2.4GHz (802.11 b/g/n)
• Data Out: WiFi (802.11 b/g/n), five 10/100 Ethernet ports (WAN/LAN Switchable)
• Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) operating; -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) storage
• Relative Humidity (non-condensing): 10-85% operating; 5-90% storage
• Dimensions: 9" x 5.1" x 1.6"
• Certifications: FCC, IC, CE, WiFi Alliance, 802.3
• Power: 12v, 1.5amp input (110v A/C adapter included, 12v D/C cigarette lighter is optional)

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