Gateways, Routers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2702139 Phoenix Contact	GATEWAY 3G HSPA+ INTERNATIONAL	0
RTLTE-330-VZ Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	ROUTER 4G LTE NA GSM	0
455-00084 Laird Connectivity	IG60-SERIAL-LTE WIRELESS IOT GAT	17
CG0199-12102 Option NV	OPTION CLOUDGATE LTE GATEWAY WIT	22
XGI-20CZ7-E00-W0 Digi	GATEWAY ZIGBEE ETHERNET	27
AB7649-F HMS Networks	ETHERNET/IP-PROFINET CONVERTER	17
TGW-725 ICP DAS USA Inc.	MODBUS TCP- RTU GATEWAY W/2X485	25
2702409 Phoenix Contact	SECOND GENERATION: UNMANAGED ETH	118
PR55-21A_MEGA National Control Devices	WIRELESS MEGA MODEM	5
MP009 Comet America	GSM MODEM-MS DATA LOGGERS	20
SN-6901-VZ Red Lion	ROUTER 4G LTE NA VERIZON NO FB	0
AGS100T-I40 iBASE Technology	(AGS) GATEWAY SYSTEM SUPPORT TPM	1
RV50_1102557 Sierra Wireless	GATEWAY LTE HSPA+ ETHERNET INTL	4
GW-7228 ICP DAS USA Inc.	J1939 TO MODBUS RTU SLAVE GATEWA	30
1108851302 RIA Connect / METZ CONNECT	BMT-AO4 BACNET MS/TP	2
ES-320 Brainboxes	1 PORT RS422/485 ETHERNET TO SER	30
455-00056 Laird Connectivity	LORAWAN AS923MHZ GATEWAY HK	0
IX20-W0M1 Digi	IX20 WI-FI GLOBAL CAT-M1	45
2701877 Phoenix Contact	ROUTER 3G UMTS LAN/WAN	0
RAM-6021 Red Lion	ROUTER	35

Gateways, Routers

1. Overview

Gateways and routers are critical networking devices that enable data transmission across heterogeneous networks. Gateways act as protocol converters, facilitating communication between networks using different architectures or data formats. Routers operate at Layer 3 (Network Layer) of the OSI model, directing data packets between networks based on IP addresses. These devices form the backbone of modern communication infrastructure, supporting enterprise connectivity, internet access, and IoT integration.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Edge Routers	Connect enterprise networks to ISP networks, support high-speed packet forwarding	Corporate branch offices
Core Routers	High-throughput devices for backbone network infrastructure	Telecom operator networks
Industrial Gateways	Convert fieldbus protocols (Modbus, CAN) to Ethernet/IP	Smart manufacturing systems
Wireless Routers	Integrate Wi-Fi 6/5G connectivity with routing functions	Home and SME networks
Security Gateways	Combine routing with firewall, IDS/IPS capabilities	Government data centers

3. Structure and Components

Typical physical structure includes:

Hardware: Multi-core processors (1-10 GHz), SFP+/QSFP ports, PoE support
Memory: Flash storage (256MB-16GB), DDR4 RAM (1-64GB)
Interfaces: Ethernet (1GbE-100GbE), serial ports (RS232/485), fiber connectors
Software: Routing OS (e.g., Cisco IOS, OpenWRT), protocol stacks (TCP/IP, BGP)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Throughput	0.1-100 Gbps processing capacity	Determines network bandwidth ceiling
Port Density	4-128 configurable ports	Affects scalability and deployment flexibility
Protocol Support	IPv4/IPv6, OSPF, BGP, MPLS	Enables multi-vendor interoperability
Latency	5-100 s for enterprise models	Critical for real-time applications
Redundancy	Hot-swappable modules, dual PSU	Ensures 99.999% uptime

5. Application Areas

Main industries and typical devices:

Telecommunications: 5G backhaul routers (Huawei NE40E)
Healthcare: Medical gateway devices (Philips eICU Connect)
Smart Cities: LoRaWAN gateways (Cisco IW6300)
Finance: High-security routers (Juniper SRX series)
Home: Wi-Fi 6 mesh routers (Netgear Nighthawk)

6. Leading Vendors and Products

Vendor	Representative Product	Key Features
Cisco	ASR 9000	100Gbps throughput, IOS XR
Juniper	MX204	Cloud-optimized routing
Huawei	NE40E-X16	400Gbps per slot
MikroTik	CRS326-24G-2S+	Cost-effective Layer 3 switching
Dell	Z9432F	Open networking support

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations:

Performance requirements: Match throughput to peak traffic (20-30% buffer recommended)
Scalability: Modular designs for future expansion
Security features: Built-in firewall and encryption capabilities
Management tools: SDN compatibility and centralized control
Power efficiency: 80 Plus certification for data centers

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Convergence with SD-WAN technology for hybrid networks
AI-driven traffic optimization (Cisco DNA, Juniper Mist)
5G-integrated edge routers for low-latency applications
Quantum-resistant encryption gateways (post-2025 roadmap)
Green routing solutions with 40% lower power consumption