Gateways, Routers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MTCBA-C1-EN2-N2 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.	ROUTER WIRELESS DUAL CDMA	5
BB-APXN-Q5420 Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	INDUSTRIAL ACCESS POINT, 2 PORT	31
BB-SG30500320-51 Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	SMARTSWARM 351,NAM (AT&T) CELLUL	0
ZETA-NLP-LTEM(GL) Siretta	ZETA FAMILY CAT M 4G(LTE) 2G(GPR	10
HMS-EN2SE-R HMS Networks	ETHERNET/IP-SERIAL/DF1 LINK	19
GWB10001 Option NV	CG LTE REV3 LORAWAN SENSOR KIT	5
AGS100-I50 iBASE Technology	(AGS) GATEWAY SYSTEM, FANLESS DE	1
455-00081 Laird Connectivity	IG60 BLUETOOTH 5 IOT GATEWAY	36
ASB-6335-MX04-OUS Digi	ACCELERATED 6335-MX04 LTE ROUTER	0
TGW-715 ICP DAS USA Inc.	MODBUS TCP- RTU/ASCII GW RS-485	187
T0005130 TEKTELIC Communications	KONA MACRO GATEWAY (EU/LTE)	14
SN-6901EB-AM Red Lion	GATEWAY 4G LTE EMEA/APAC 3G FB	0
QUARTZ-GOLD-GW21-LTE4 (EU) + ACCESSORIES Siretta	QUARTZ-GOLD GIGABIT ROUTER 4G/3G	0
BB-ABDN-ER-IN5010 Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	WI-FI ETH BRIDGE/ROUTER DUAL	34
ICG-100-NA-R-VZW Intwine Connect LLC	CELLULAR ROUTER 4G LTE VZW PLAST	100
SGX5150205US Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)	GATEWAY 802.11 ETHERNET RS485	0
MTCBA-H4-EN2-GP-P1 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.	ROUTER WIRELESS QUAD HSPA	4
2903588 Phoenix Contact	SECURITY APPLIANCE ROUTER 4G	513
ICG-100-NA-C-VZW Intwine Connect LLC	CELLULAR ROUTER 4G LTE VZW METAL	100
42150R Echelon by Adesto	MPR-50 MULTI-PORT ROUTER	0

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