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Cisco 1100 Series Industrial Integrated Services routers, or the Cisco IR1101, are presented as compact, modular, and ruggedized, with a design that is optimal for mission-critical cases. It boasts stronger industrial router security and simplified management with SD-WAN architecture,…
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Truffle, from Mushroom Networks, is a Broadband Bonding™ appliance that manages up to 16 Internet transports (such as MPLS, T1, DSL, cable, fiber, satellite or 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G) from any service providers. Truffle is a proactive router that can monitor, detect, and adapt to the…
Nodegrid edge router appliances support serial and console ports, with dual-cellular failover to provide reliable backup. Nodegrid is used in branch locations for safe, remote control of a network, so users can deploy, scale, and manage networks more easily.
When the Internet is down, business usually stops. So the vendor offers the Datto Networking family of Edge Routers, so MSPs can always deliver connected Internet to clients. Datto’s cloud-managed Datto Networking Appliance (DNA) and D200 Edge Routers boast high-performance routing,…
Siemens offers the RUGGEDOM line of ruggedized industrial Ethernet switches and routers. The options are the SCALANCE-X500 managed layer 3 line of switches, and the SCALANCE-x400 layer 2 switch.
The Hirschmann OWL 4G cellular routers and gateways offer high-speed wireless connectivity and secure remote access to meet the needs of an IIoT world. Compatible with cellular frequencies around the globe, the OWL 4G family is specifically designed to support next-level security…
The Juniper Session Smart Router fuels an advanced, service-centric networking solution that takes software-defined routing and SD-WAN to a new level. Presented as ideal for today’s digital businesses, the Session Smart Router enables agile, secure, and resilient WAN connectivity…
For industrial settings where reliability, flexibility and secure systems are critical, Belden’s GarrettCom family of routers boast a simplified solution with performance and security in one product. Compliant with IEC 61850, the routers are presented as ideal for large substation…
With Vcinity’s Global Fabric Extension technology, RAD X extends local services, applications and infrastructure across virtually any MAN/WAN. It provides low-latency, high-performance connectivity — allowing businesses to take command of geographically dispersed compute and storage…
The Juniper CTP Series Circuit to Packet Platforms connect digital and analog voice applications over IP. The vendor states these platforms give time-division multiplexing (TDM) and serial and analog circuit-based applications reliable and efficient access to next-generation IP networks…
Forming the foundation of the IP transport architecture, Juniper Networks states their PTX Series routers provide performance, optical transport integration, and elegant deployment. They support high-density 100GbE and 400GbE environments, with energy efficiency of less than half…
Extreme Networks Wired Access solutions include a number of routers. Extreme Networks offers a choice for selecting the right routing solution.
From straightforward dual-WAN routers for small offices to SFP+ capable 12-WAN enterprise routers, the Balance series from Peplink in Hong Kong is presented as an ideal fit for any deployment.
The MAX series of industrial 4G routers from Peplink in Hong Kong are designed to provide secure WAN access in environments where wired solutions are too expensive to deploy. The MAX series feature GPS fleet tracking, serial-to-IP terminal services, VPN security, and a wide temperature…
HPE Slingshot Interconnect (formerly Cray Slingshot) is a router designed to support high performance computing needs.
Chinese company Huawei offers NE Series of enterprise routers, presented by the vendor as a high-capacity, reliable, and energy-efficient routers that are easy to maintain.
The Cisco ESR6300 Embedded Series Router enables third-party systems integrators to build custom Gigabit Ethernet routing solutions. It is optimized for size, weight, and power to operate fully in extreme, harsh environments. With Cisco IOS XE, it provides secure data, voice, and…
The Catalyst IR8300 is designed to provide outstanding performance and modularity for mission-critical applications deployed in industrial environments. It supports robust cybersecurity, Cisco Edge Intelligence, 5G, and Catalyst SD-WAN. The IR8300 is the first Catalyst to integrate…
Nokia's 7250 Interconnect router (IXR) routers are custom-designed for specific roles in your network from cell sites, access and leaf nodes to high-scale aggregation and spine nodes.
The Cisco Catalyst IR8100 Heavy Duty Series Routers is presented as a modular, IP67-rated, 5G industrial router. These multiaccess routers are built for many years in the field, delivering public and private LTE, 5G, Wi-SUN, and more. It has a modular design which supports easier…
6WIND VSR is a product line comprising of various virtualized software routers optimized for CSPs, MNOs and Enterprises. They can be deployed bare-metal, virtualized, or containerized on COTS servers in private and public clouds.6WIND's VSR solutions are based on the 6WIND core technology…
For network communication across a large number of small and medium branches Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Compact Enterprise Service Routers (ESRs) carry a full range of networking features. They can be used as a main line, backup link or simultaneous connection. These routers have…
Cisco 500 Series wireless personal area network (WPAN) industrial routers provide unlicensed 915-MHz industrial, scientific, and medical band WPAN communications. They help enable a diverse set of Internet of Things applications, including smart metering, smart grids, distribution…
MikroTik offers a series of Cloud Router Switches (or their CRS series), their flagship products.
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What is a Router?
A router is a network hardware device that manages network traffic between the Internet and a wide variety of client devices, both wired and wireless. A router forwards data packets between computer networks and performs the traffic-directing functions on the Internet.
Routers are generally divided into three categories, consumer, business, and enterprise level. Consumer or home office routers primarily communicate between the internet and home computing devices. These routers typically integrate many network solutions into one device for the home user. Business and enterprise routers do not usually include integrated wireless access points but provide higher speed ports and higher pps (packet per second) speeds for data transfer. Enterprise routers also provide the most scalable, redundant solutions with most robust security features in addition to the highest speeds.
Features & Capabilities
Consumer router features
- Wi-Fi access point - The router creates a WLAN by projecting a Wi-Fi signal to a designated area
- Integrated antennas
- Quality of Service (QoS) - This capability serves to prioritize network traffic from the router to a client
- USB ports for printers or drives - Enable multiple users to share single resources, such as a printer or storage drive
- Guest networks - Set up a separate access level for guests with a separate password and restricted access
- Malware and spam protection - Having malware at the router level can help catch viruses and spam before it reaches the client computer
- Firewall
- Parental Controls
Business and enterprise router features
- Enhanced security features
- Virtual LANs and multiple SSIDs - Set up separate networks with varying permissions, dedicated ethernet channels, and separate SSIDs (service set identifier) for each VLAN
- VPN Capabilities - A virtual private network (VPN) allows users to securely access your network while working remotely
- Dual or backup WAN port - Allows you to have backup internet in case of a failure
- Multiple ethernet or optical ports
- PoE (Power over Ethernet) support
Pricing Information
As with most pieces of hardware, there is a large price range depending on the amount of features and level of security required. Consumer routers can easily be purchased between $50 and $300. Business routers range from $400 to $2,000 while enterprise level routers can cost well over $50,000.