The Ericsson Cradlepoint R980 is a ruggedized, secure appliance and router that broadens access to the increased speed and performance of 5G to support advanced applications and critical communications. Designed for the 5G future, it is 5G network slicing ready with the deployment flexibility of eSIMs which allow carrier switching without changing physical SIMs. (eSIM will be functional with future NetCloud releases.) It is a ruggedized 5G networking platform able to withstand wide temperature extremes, harsh environments, and hazardous locations while delivering enterprise-class standards of reliability, scalability, comprehensive management, and security. The R980 is available with either Mobile or Ruggedized IoT NetCloud service plans, providing features optimized for the needs of the differing deployments. The R980 also supports NetCloud Exchange and SASE services, which provide Zero Trust Network Access and cellular-optimized SD-WAN.
The Ericsson Cradlepoint R980 router with a NetCloud Mobile service plan provides a ruggedized GNSS/GPS-enabled in-vehicle network solution. When coupled with the Advanced Mobile service plan, it provides threat management, web filtering, application visibility, analytics, and advanced GNSS/GPS functionality such as location tracking and cellular coverage maps. The R980 with SD-WAN provides resilient in-vehicle connections by optimizing traffic across LTE, 5G, 5G stand-alone network slices, satellite, and Wi-Fi as WAN.
When combined with a NetCloud Ruggedized IoT service plan, the R980 provides a versatile, ruggedized 5G router solution for connecting and protecting IoT devices at scale. It can be deployed in a wide range of environmentally harsh IoT use cases such as oil and gas, utility, and smart city infrastructure, in addition to next-gen kiosks, and video surveillance, deployments. The ruggedized design and CBRS band support make it ideal for private networks. In addition, the solution is highly extensible with APIs, SDKs, and integrations into IoT platforms, and the generous memory supports onboard edge containers.
Notice: All specifications subject to change without notice.
NetCloud Service for the R980 provides everything needed to unlock the power of 5G and connect vehicles, users, and IoT to critical applications and services. The available NetCloud IoT or Mobile service plans include the appropriate router software with powerful cloud management features for managing IoT at scale or specific mobile features like coverage maps, integrated content filtering, intrusion detection and protection, analytics and networking. Everything within NetCloud works together, making it easy to deploy, connect, and secure edge applications at scale across the organization.
NetCloud uses GNSS/GPS and cellular health to provide precise location and signal strength analytics. Data can be mapped to display both a vehicle's current and historical locations, as well as generate detailed coverage maps that display cellular health, allowing users to gain operational insights and solve problems.
NetCloud Service includes security features and options to optimize the R980 router to meet the evolving security needs of mobile and IoT environments. The service includes a stateful zone-based firewall with the ability to add an application-aware zone-based firewall, threat management (IPS/IDS), and web filtering with the Advanced Mobile service plan.
The R980 supports NetCloud SASE and NetCloud Exchange, a unified network and security WAN architecture built upon zero-trust principles and optimized for cellular, helping lean IT organizations simplify deployment and management with shared policies and simplified processes. With NetCloud zero trust security networking, delivered through Secure Connect, other devices simply connect to the router with encrypted tunnels to build micro-segmented networks that are instantly hidden from internal and external sites. Access policies are easily defined to enable routing devices to communicate only with their authorized resources or applications and nothing else. The simple and secure zero trust access, delivered through Zero Trust Network Access, also delivers authorized contractors and third parties secure remote access to IoT devices on the WAN for remote monitoring and maintenance.
The NetCloud Service and the R980 can provide higher levels of insights and control by exchanging network data with third-party applications. Leverage pre-built connections to partner applications or create custom connections across a variety of use cases using the NetCloud Container Orchestrator, NetCloud SDK, or NetCloud API.
The NetCloud service plus R980 provides local processing power to handle routing, and traffic steering. Optional add-on includes 5G SASE and NetCloud Exchange SD-WAN which delivers cellular-optimized traffic, traffic steering, and Quality of Experience. A single policy engine integrates policies for Secure Connect, SD-WAN, and Zero Trust Network Access for a truly unified visibility and management experience.
The following features are delivered through the hardware.
INTERFACES |
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Modem: |
Embedded 5G NR FR1 land 4G LTE modem
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Ethernet: |
2 x GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable) |
Wi-Fi: |
Dual-radio, dual-band, concurrent operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
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Bluetooth: |
N/A |
Expansion: |
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GNSS / GPS: |
1 x SMA GNSS antenna connector |
GNSS / GPS |
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Acquisition: |
30 seconds (cold start) |
Protocols: |
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Constellations: |
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Accuracy: |
Autonomous 1 meter |
Update Rate: |
1 Hz (once per second) |
Sensitivity: |
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Frequencies: |
L1 |
Power: |
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ENVIRONMENTAL |
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Temperature: |
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Humidity: |
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Ingress Protection: |
IP64 (dust tight and splashing water) |
POWER |
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Required: |
DC input steady state voltage range: 9–36 VDC (requires in-line fuse for vehicle installations)
For light rail applications: 24 VDC nominal |
Features: |
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Consumption: |
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PHYSICAL |
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Size: |
133.6 x 121.5 x 41 mm (5.26 x 4.78 x 1.61 in) |
Weight: |
601 g (1 lb 5.2 oz) |
RELIABILITY |
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Calculated MTBF: |
1,407,191 hours (Telcordia SR332 at 25 °C) |
CERTIFICATIONS |
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Safety: |
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Vehicle: |
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Materials: |
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Security: |
FIPS 140-3 Level 1 Module in Process (R980 FIPS models only) |
Shock/Vibration/Humidity: |
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Hazardous Locations: |
Class 1 Div 2 |
North American Fire Safety: |
NFPA 130 |
Flame Smoke Toxicity Test: |
BSS 7239 |
EDGE COMPUTING |
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CPU: |
Dual-core ARMv8 64-bit |
Memory: |
Up to 921 MB See Adjusting Memory Resources for NetCloud Container Orchestrator for more information. |
Flash Storage: |
Up to 8 GB See Adjusting Memory Resources for NetCloud Container Orchestrator for more information. |
Applications: |
Docker containerized applications |
CLOUD SERVICES |
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Service Plans: |
NetCloud Service for Mobile, NetCloud Service for Ruggedized IoT |
Service Add-Ons: |
NetCloud Exchange, NetCloud Advanced |
Support: |
NetCloud Packages include support for the full subscription term. |
Warranty: |
All Cradlepoint hardware products are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as they have a subscription license to an active NetCloud Service Plan. |
Device Management: |
NetCloud Manager for the full subscription term. |
Software Updates: |
NetCloud Manager for the full subscription term. |
WI-FI POWER |
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FCC: |
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IC: |
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CE/UKCA: |
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RCM: |
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PERFORMANCE††† |
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Stateful Firewall Throughput: |
940 Mbps |
IPS Throughput: |
940 Mbps |
Application Aware Services & Analytics: |
940 Mbps |
IPsec VPN Throughput: |
400 Mbps |
Concurrent VPN Tunnels: |
20 |
Concurrent Sessions (TCP): |
32,000 |
Typical Client Count: |
50 |
Layer 2 / Layer 3 VLANs: |
Up to 64 |
LEDs |
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†NOTE: All antenna interfaces require cabled out external antennas and are not compatible with direct-attached antennas.††Wi-Fi and cellular performance may degrade when operating above 70 °C.†††Performance testing conducted based on requirements as defined in RFC2544 using fixed-frame 1518-byte packets. Throughput results reflect uni-directional UDP traffic with less than 1% packet loss as tested with wired connections. Results do not reflect performance of the cellular wireless operator networks.
SPECIFICATION |
R980-5GD |
Technology: |
5G NR low-, mid-band, and 4G LTE
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3G: |
WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+ |
Carrier Aggregation: |
LTE Only
LTE + 5G NR ENDC
5G NR Only
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Peak Rates: |
NSA
SA
LTE
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MIMO: |
4x4 MIMO |
Modulation: |
5G FR1
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eSIM: |
Up to eight carrier profiles |
5G Network Slicing: |
Up to four DNN/PDN instances |
4G/LTE Bands: |
FDD
TDD
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5G NR Bands: |
NSA and SA
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3G Bands†: |
B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B19 |
Power: |
LTE
5G NR
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Antennas: |
SMA female connectors, external 600 MHz - 6 GHz cellular paddle antennas (Qty 4, included) |
GNSS/GPS: |
Active GNSS
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SMS: |
Yes |
Regulatory: |
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Network Operator Standards: |
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GCF Global Operators: |
https://www.globalcertificationforum.org/membership/gcf-members.html†† |
PTCRB North America Operators: |
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Network Operator Certifications: |
AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon†† |
Public Safety Network Certifications: |
ESN (4G), FirstNet Trusted™, T-Mobile Connecting Heroes, Verizon Frontline, Verizon Response Verified (pending) |
Private Cellular Network: |
Yes, includes FCC Part 96 (CBRS Band 48) |
†Carrier Certification may affect band support.††Cellular carriers and operators throughout the world may only require telecom industry certifications, like PTCRB or GCF, to operate on their network. Some carriers require additional testing and approval, beyond telecom certifications. A carrier listed in the approvals section means Cradlepoint completed additional testing and acquired technical approval for that given carrier. Any carrier not listed may not require additional testing or approval beyond telecom industry certifications to operate on their network.
NetCloud Mobile and NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials packages and plans contain all the features and capabilities required for a broad range of mobile, in-vehicle, and IoT applications. Essentials packages include 24x7 support (phone support: 24-hour weekdays with emergency response on weekends, web: 24x7, chat: 24x5) and a limited lifetime warranty.
For additional capabilities, a NetCloud Mobile Advanced Plan or NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Advanced Plan can be added to the NetCloud Mobile or Ruggedized IoT Essentials Package at any time.
See additional details of what is included in the Essential and Advanced NetCloud software: cradlepoint.com/netcloud-service
REGION |
MODEM |
PACKAGE PLAN |
PART NUMBER |
Global: |
R980 Router with Wi-Fi (5G modem 4FF SIM slots, and embedded eSIM), no AC power supply or antennas |
Mobile — Essentials Mobile — Essentials + Advanced |
MB0x-R980-5GD-A MBAx-R980-5GD-A |
R980 Router with Wi-Fi (5G modem 4FF SIM slots, and embedded eSIM), no AC power supply or antennas |
Ruggedized IoT — Essentials Ruggedized IoT — Essentials + Advanced |
TC0y-R980-5GD-A TCAy-R980-5GD-A |
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United States: |
R980 Router with Wi-Fi (5G modem 4FF SIM slots, and embedded eSIM), no AC power supply or antennas |
Mobile TAA Compliant NC — Essentials Mobile TAA Compliant NC — Essentials + Advanced |
TAA-MB0x-R980-5GD-A
TAA-MBAx-R980-5GD-A |
R980 Router with Wi-Fi (5G modem 4FF SIM slots, and embedded eSIM), no AC power supply or antennas |
Ruggedized IoT TAA Compliant NC — Essentials Ruggedized IoT TAA Compliant NC — Essentials + Advanced |
TAA-TC0y-R980-5GD-A
TAA-TCAy-R980-5GD-FA |
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R980 FIPS 140-3 Router with Wi-Fi (5G modem 4FF SIM slots, and embedded eSIM), no AC power or antennas |
FIPS TAA Compliant NC Mobile — Essentials + Advanced |
TAA-MBAx-R980-5GD-FA |
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R980 FIPS 140-3 Router with Wi-Fi (5G modem 4FF SIM slots, and embedded eSIM), no AC power or antennas |
FIPS TAA Compliant NC Ruggedized IoT — Essentials + Advanced |
TAA-TCAy-R980-5GD-FA |
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Mobile FIPS only — Essentials + Advanced |
MAAx-NCESSF |
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Renewal — Mobile FIPS only Essentials + Advanced |
MAAx-NCESSF-R |
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All Regions: |
Mobile — Renewal
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MA0x-NCESS-R MA0x-NCADV
MA0x-NCADV-R |
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Ruggedized IoT — Renewal
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TC0x-NCESS-R TC0x-NCADV
TC0x-NCADV-R |
x = 1, 3, or 5 yearsy = 3 or 5 years
INCLUDED |
PART NUMBER |
NetCloud Mobile Packages only:
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170864-000 |
OPTIONAL |
PART NUMBER |
Vehicle Charger, 12 V, 2x2, 2 meters |
170635-000 |
Small 2x2 Power to Barrel Adapter, 152 mm |
170665-000 |
Mag Mount Kit |
170718-000 |
Power Supply, 12 V Out, small 2x2 (C7 line cord not included), -30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F) |
170869-000 |
USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable |
170873-000 |
5G Captive Modem and Wi-Fi Accessory, outdoor, R2105-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global |
170900-014 |
5G Captive Modem Accessory, outdoor, R2155-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global |
170900-015 |
DIN Rail Mounting Bracket |
170904-000 |
UNITED STATES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT |
PART NUMBER |
Cellular Antenna, charcoal, 600 MHz - 6 GHz, SMA, 180 mm |
TAA-170801-000 |
Power Supply, vehicle, 12 V, 2x2, 2 meters |
TAA-170635-000 |
Power Supply, 12 V, small 2x2, 1.5 meters (North America Type A) |
TAA-170716-000 |
Power Supply, 12 V, small 2x2, 1.5 meters (North America-United Kingdom-Europe-Australia Types A-G-C-I) |
TAA-170717-000 |
Small 2x2 Power to Barrel Adapter, 152 mm |
TAA-170665-000 |
GPIO Cable, small 2x2 black, 3 meters, 20 AWG |
TAA-170864-000 |
UNITED STATES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OPTIONAL |
PART NUMBER |
Mag Mount Kit |
TAA-170718-000 |
5G Captive Modem and Wi-Fi Accessory, outdoor, R2105-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global |
TAA-170900-014 |
5G Captive Modem Accessory, outdoor, R2155-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global |
TAA-170900-015 |
The R980 mobile router is only sold as a component of NetCloud Mobile/NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials or Essentials and Advanced packages.