MAX BR1
Automatic Failover 4G LTE Router
The MAX BR1 offers redundant SIM slots with automatic switching, DC or terminal block power capability, advanced GPS fleet tracking, and remote management, all packed into a durable metal enclosure. It is also Verizon XLTE certified.
Redundant SIM Slots for Multiple Carriers
Redundant SIM slots with automatic switching for reliable network. You can also set the MAX BR1 to automatically switch SIM cards when you’re in danger of exceeding a data cap. It also allows you travel across borders without changing SIM cards manually.
SpeedFusion Hot Failover
In case of a WAN failure, SpeedFusion technology powers the MAX BR1 for instant failover.
Fleet Tracking and Management
With built-in GPS fleet tracking and InControl 2 cloud-based management, you can keep tabs on location and manage your mobile network from any Internet-connected device.
Customizable Captive Portal
Branding your captive portal is as easy as uploading your logo and terms & conditions. You can easily set bandwidth allowance and access duration per user or manage access using RADIUS server.
With Social Wi-Fi Hotspot support, you can also receive valuable demographic data from your users.
Certified for Tough & Train Deployment
In addition to rugged metal enclosure, the MAX BR1 has certifications on: Shock and vibration resistance (EN 61373:1999, IEC 61373:1999)
Railway applications (EN 50155)
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EN 61000)
Terminal Block for Secure Power Supply
The MAX BR1 is equipped with a terminal block for secure power installation in vehicles and other locations.
Reliable Replacement for Expensive Landline
Got expensive landline connections? Deploy the MAX BR1 and take advantage of high-speed LTE to save time and cut costs.
Model Comparison
Model | MAX BR1 | MAX BR1 Slim | MAX BR1 ENT |
---|---|---|---|
Ethernet WAN Ports | 1 (FE) | 1 (FE) | 1 (GE) |
Ethernet LAN Ports | 2(FE) | 1(FE) | 2(GE) |
Embedded 4G LTE/3G | 1 | 1 | 1 |
SIM Card Size | Mini-Sim(2FF) | Mini-Sim(2FF) | Mini-Sim(2FF) |
USB WAN Modem Port (NIM) | ○ | ○ | 1 |
Wi-Fi WAN 1 | ● | ● | ○ |
Wi-Fi AP 1 | ● | ● | ○ |
Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11b/g/n 150Mbps | 802.11b/g/n 150Mbps | ○ |
Transmit Power (2.4GHz) | 25dBm | 25dBm | ○ |
Transmit Power (5GHz) | ○ | ○ | ○ |
Recommended Users 2 | 1-25 | 1-25 | 1-25 |
Router Throughput 3 | 100Mbps | 100Mbps | 200Mbps |
VPN Functionality | |||
PepVPN/SpeedFusion Hot Failover | ● | ● | ● |
SpeedFusion Bandwidth Bonding | ○ | ○ | ○ |
Number of PepVPN SpeedFusion Peers | 2 | 2 | 2 |
PepVPN/SpeedFusion Throughput (No Encryption) | 40Mbps | 40Mbps | 100Mbps |
PepVPN/SpeedFusion Throughput (256-bit AES) | 20Mbps | 20Mbps | 60Mbps |
Central Management | |||
InControl Cloud Management | ● | ● | ● |
GPS Fleet Management | ● | ● | ● |
Hardware Features | |||
Enclosure | Compact, Indoor Metal | Compact, Indoor Metal | Compact, Indoor Metal |
PoE Output | ○ | ○ | 802.3af PoE oU * |
Terminal Block Power Connector for Mobile/Vehicular Deployment |
● | ● | ● |
Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth) | 1.6 x 5.8 x 5.0 inches 40 x 147 x 128 mm |
1.1 x 3.8 x 4.8 inches 26x x 97 x 120 mm |
1.6 x 5.8 x 5.0 inches 40 x 147 x 128 mm |
Weight | 0.96 pound 435 grams |
0.8 pound 350 grams |
0.96 pound 435 grams |
Operations | |||
AC Adapter | AC Input 100V-240V DC Output 12V, 2A |
○ | AC Input 100V-240V DC Output 12V, 2A |
Power Input | DC 10V-30V 2A | Micro USB 5V 2A | DC 12V-48V 2A |
Terminal Block | DC 10V-30V 2A | DC 12V-24V 2A | DC 12V-48V 2A |
Power Consumption | Max.:16W,Typical:11W, Min.:8W |
Max.:10W,Typical:8.5W, Min.:6W |
Max.:16W, Typical: 11W, Min.:8W |
Operating Temperature | -40 - 149 -40 - 65 |
-40 - 149 -40 - 65 |
-40 - 149 -40 - 65 |
Humidity | 15% - 95%(non-condensing) | ||
Certifications | |||
FCC, CE, RoHS | ● | ● | ● |
Certifications – Motor Vehicle | |||
E-Mark | ● | ● | ● |
Certifications – Rolling Stock | |||
EN 61373:1999 IEC 61373:1999 Shock and Vibration Resistance |
● | ● | ○ |
EN 50155 Railway Applications - Electronic Equipment used on Rolling Stock |
● | ● | ○ |
EN 61000 Electromagnetic Compatibility |
● | ● | ○ |
Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
1 The frequency range for 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi is 2412−2472 MHz.
2 Recommendation for sizing purposes only. No software restrictions applied.
3 Router Throughput is based on Ethernet frame sizes of 1280 or 1518 bytes. Actual performance can vary across different networking environments.
* Optional PoE Activation Kit is required to activate 802.3af PoE Output.
Ordering Information
Product Code | Carrier | Embedded Modem | 4G Bands/Frequencies (MHz) | 3G Bands/Frequencies (MHz) | |
4G LTE | MAX-BR1-LTE-US-T | Verizon/AT&T/T-Mobile | 1 | 4G LTE: B2/1900, B4/AWS (XLTE), B5/850, B13/700, B17/700, B25/1900 |
WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+/DC-HSPA+: B1/2100, B2/1900, B4/AWS, B5/850, B8/900 EV-DO Rev.A: BC0/800, BC1/1900, BC10/800 |
MAX-BR1-LTE-E-T | Europe/International | 1 | 4G LTE: B1/2100, B3/1800, B7/2600, B8/900, B20/800 |
WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+/DC-HSPA+: B1/2100, B2/1900, B5/850, B6/800, B8/900 |
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3G | MAX-BR1-T | Worldwide | 1 | - | WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+: B1/2100, B2/1900, B5/850, B6/800, B8/900 EDGE/GPRS/GSM: B2/1900, B3/1800, B5/850, B8/900 EV-DO Rev. A: BC0/800, BC1/1900 |
MAX-BR1-AE-T | Worldwide | 1 | - | WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+: B1/2100, B2/1900, B5/850, B6/800, B8/900 EDGE/GPRS/GSM: B2/1900, B3/1800, B5/850, B8/900 |
MAX BR1 – Feature Add-on
Product Code | Feature Pack | Description |
MAX-BR1-ADV | Advanced Feature Pack | Package includes a software license key for Advanced Car-Fi Roaming; and SpeedFusion and IPsec X.509 Certificate Support |
Technical Specifications
Software
- Pepwave MAX Firmware
WAN
- Support for PPPoE, Static IP, DHCP
- WAN Link Health Check
- Bandwidth Allowance Monitor
- Support for Dynamic DNS services
- WAN Port Convertible into LAN Port
LAN
- DHCP Server for LAN Clients
- Extended DHCP Option
- DHCP Reservation
- DNS Proxy for LAN Clients
- VLAN on LAN Support
Networking
- NAT and IP Forwarding
- Static Routes
- Port Forwarding
- Many to One, One to One NAT
- NAT Pool
- SIP ALG, H.323 ALG
- UPnP, NAT-PMP
Security
- Stateful Firewall
- DoS Prevention
- Web Blocking
Complete VPN Solution
- PepVPN/SpeedFusion Hot Failover
- Site-to-Site VPN
- Hot Failover
- 256-bit AES Encryption
- Pre-shared Key Authentication
- Dynamic Routing
- X.509 Certificate Support 4
- IPsec VPN (Network-to-Network) 5
- X.509 Certificate Support 4
Captive Portal Support
- Support for Wired and Wireless LAN clients
- Support RADIUS Authentication
- Time and Usage Quotas on Open Access Mode
- Built-in Customizable Splash Page
Advanced QoS
- Individual Bandwidth Limit
- Application Prioritization
- SIP, HTTPS, VPN QoS
- Custom Application QoS
Global Positioning System
- Integrated GPS
- Device Location Map
- Location Tracking Data with InControl 2
- Fleet Management with InControl 2
Device Management
- Web Administrative Interface
- Command Line Interface
- InControl Cloud Management
- Email Notification
- Active Client and Session Lists
- Bandwidth Usage Statistics
- Syslog Service
- SNMP v1, v2c and v3
Package Content
- MAX BR1
- 12V2A Power Supply
- 1x 5dBi Wi-Fi Antenna
- 1x GPS Antenna
- 2x 2dBi 4G LTE Antennas (4G LTE)
- 1x 3dBi 3G Magnetic Antenna (3G)
4 Feature is available as an upgrade.
5 IPsec VPN supports connection with Cisco, Juniper, Peplink, or Pepwave devices.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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