Great low power cellular modem with manageability for large deployments
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We have been using Sierra Cell modems for 10+ years. They are used throughout our environment to cost effectively connect the thousands of remote sites via cell. We also use the serial capabilities of the devices to provide console access to the devices at the remote sites. The management capabilities that we get from their management tool (AMM) allows us to effectively manage the 5000+ modems in use.
Pros
- Cellular band coverage
- Managability
- Software updates
Cons
- Configuration changes require a reboot
Most Important Features
- Management capabilities
- Supplier availability
- Low power footprint
Return on Investment
- These devices have allowed us to replace copper circuits without the high costs of a satellite solution
- The low operating costs have allowed us to deploy cell to improve resiliency at many sites
- The serial port allows us to replace modem access at sites where copper circuits have become very expensive.
Alternatives Considered
Cradlepoint Routers and Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000)
Other Software Used
Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000), Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls - PA Series, Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches