The CradlePoint CBA250 Cellular Broadband Adapter provides IP Pass-Through capabilities for a LAN device requiring wireless broadband access*. For most applications, simply connect the CBA250, turn the unit on and it’s ready to go. The CBA250 handles the connection without configuration and provides enhanced network connectivity with support for 3G/4G USB and ExpressCard modems running on EVDO and HSPA. Adding a wireless back-up or even primary connection has never been easier.
As a high-performance adapter The CBA250 supports multiple and concurrent application streams for the attached LAN device converting Ethernet to cellular and cellular to Ethernet. This flexible connectivity solution is platform independent, features two operating modes (configuration and IP-Pass through) and an “always-on” signal strength meter to determine the best cellular reception for optimum placement. The CBA250 is truly a “drop-in” solution for adding cellular wireless broadband capability.
MSRP $179.99
CBA250 used to provide a failover to 3G/4G option in a network environment. The CBA250 allows for IP-Pass through for direct, unfiltered Internet access. Simple to set-up and manage. A great way to add 3G redundancy to any network.
In a kiosk-type application, the CBA250 works as a direct-connect solution. Using 3G/4G broadband instead of wired networking allows greater flexibility in kiosk placement and still provides highest levels of security.
Huawei E156G
Franklin CDU-550
Huawei EC168/C
Huawei EC228
Pantech UM175
UTStarcom UM150
(Pantech UM150)
Option QuickSilver
Sierra Wireless 881U
Sierra Wireless 875U
USBConnect 881
USBConnect Mercury
USBConnect Lightning
ZTE MF636
Option GT Max 3.6 Express
Option GT Ultra Express
Blackberry 8310 (Curve)
Blackberry 9000 (Bold)
HP iPaq 910
Motorola RAZR v3xx
Motorola Q v9h
Samsung Blackjack
Samsung SGH-A707
ZTE MF626
Novatel Wireless U760
Novatel Wireless MC998D
ZTE TU-25
When using the Clear WiMAX network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router.
Download Modem Firmware 5.2.206
Clear USB Modem
Clear USB 4G Modem
Franklin U300 (3G and 4G)
When using the Comcast High-Speed2Go network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router
Download Modem Firmware 5.2.206
Franklin CMU-300 (3G and 4G)
ZTE TU-25
Calcomp a600
Pantech UM100
Pantech UMW185
D02HW
D11LC
D12LC
D21HW
D21LC
D22HW
Franklin CDU-680
Kyocera KPC680
LG L-02A
Sierra Wirless Compass 889U
Huawei E160E
Franklin CDU-680
Sierra Wireless USB 598
Sierra Wireless Aircard 402
Novatel MC950D
ZTE MF636 (Rocket Stick)
ZTE MF668 (Rocket Stick)
Novatel X950D
Softbank C01LC
These devices were tested using the AT&T network in the United States and may or may not work with other UMTS/GSM carriers internationally.
Huawei E220
Huawei E160E - Orange Branded
Novatel MC930D
Novatel MC950D
Sierra Wireless 880U
Sierra Wireless 885U
(Compass 885)
ZTE MF626
Sierra Wireless 880E
Huawei E870
Huawei E870 - Orange Branded
These devices were tested on CDMA networks that have approved these devices for use around the world and may or may not work with carriers that have approved them for use on their networks. For specific information, please the carrier you are looking for usage approval of these devices on their network.
Huawei EC168C
Sierra Wireless USB 598
Sierra Wireless Aircard 402
When using the Sprint WiMAX network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router
Download Modem Firmware 5.2.206
Franklin U300
Franklin U301
Franklin CDU-680
Novatel MiFi 2200
Novatel U720
Novatel U727
Novatel U760
Sierra Wireless 595U
Sierra Wireless Compass 597U
Sierra Wireless Compass 598U
Novatel EX720
Novatel C777
Sierra Wireless Aircard 402
Sierra Wireless 597E
Blackberry 8703e
Blackberry 8130
Blackberry 8330
Blackberry 8830
1HTC Touch
1HTC Mogul (6800)
1HTC Apache (6700)
LG Fusic LX-500
LG Muziq
Motorola KRZR
Motorola RAZR V3c
Motorola RAZR2
Motorola Q
Motorola Q9c
Palm Centro
Palm 700w
Palm 755p
Samsung A900
Samsung A900M
Samsung A920
Samsung ACE
Samsung i830
Samsung SPH-m520
Sanyo SCP-8400
Sanyo Katana
Sanyo Katana 2
Sanyo M1
Sierra Wireless U306
Sierra Wireless 595U
Sierra Wireless 597U
Sierra Wireless 598U
Sierra Wireless 597E
When using the Roadrunner Mobile 4G network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router
Download Modem Firmware 5.2.206
Franklin CMU-300 (3G and 4G)
Franklin U301 (3G and 4G)
Motorola 25w100
Huawei UMG-181
Option GE442
ZTE MF637
Novatel MiFi 2200
Novatel USB720
Novatel USB727
Novatel USB760
Sierra Wireless 595U
Pantech UM150
Pantech UM175
Pantech UMW190
Kyocera KPC680
Novatel V740
Novatel PC770
Blackberry 8703e
Blackberry 8130
Blackberry 8330
Blackberry 8830
Blackberry 9530 (Storm)
LG VX7200
LG VX8000
LG VX8300
Motorola RAZR V3c
Palm 700p
Palm 700w
Verizon XV6800
Huawei K3565
1- The user experience with devices running Windows Mobile is less robust than other phones and modems. Windows Mobile devices connected to either a PC or a CradlePoint router have exhibited erratic behavior while using data sharing capabilities. Issues include frequent disconnects for no apparent reason and remedies entail frequent rebooting the phone and or removing the phone's battery. This problem is not something that can be resolved by CradlePoint Technology and will need to be addressed by the phone manufacturer. Please refer to our release notes.
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CBA250 Cellular Broadband Adapter
Ethernet: (1) LAN port Cellular: (1) USB modem port, (1) ExpressCard modem port
IEEE 802.3u compliant Cable and DSL modems with dynamic IP, static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP connection types
SGNL (signal strength display), Reset button Configuration mode / IP Pass-Through mode
Power, Ethernet LAN Status, USB modem, ExpressCard modem Signal strength
5VDC, 2.5-3.0A; 100-240 AC
4.8” x 2.8” x 0.8” (122 mm x 73 mm x 18.5 mm)
3.5 oz. (128g)
0C to 5FC (32F to 122F) operating
-20C to 70C (-4F to 158F) storage
10 – 85% operating,
5 – 90% storage
FCC, CE
