Gateways, Routers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ICR-3211B Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	IND IOT LTE CAT M1 ROUTER & GATE	114
SE5901B-IO-D3G-GPS Atop Technologies	INDUSTRIAL SERIAL-CELLULAR GATEW	0
RM-915-2J-XE Doodle Labs	SMART RADIO: 900 MHZ XTREME	0
FWA5104-4C iBASE Technology	FWA DESKTOP APPLIANCE, AMD G-SER	1
XPC240100B-02 Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)	XPICO 240 802.11 LGA	0
MTCDT-L4E1-246A-868-EU-GB Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.	LTE CAT4 PROG GATEWAY 8CH EU UK	4
XDT4851002IA-01-S Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)	XDIRECT-IAP DEVICE SERVER, MODBU	42
XDT10P0IA-01-S Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)	XDIRECT-IAP POE DEVICE SERVER, M	1
FWA8208 iBASE Technology	FWA 1U 19" RACKMOUNT APPLIANCE,	1
XPC240300B-02 Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)	XPICO 240 802.11 EDGE CONN	0
RM-2450-2J-XE Doodle Labs	SMART RADIO: 2.4 GHZ XTREME	0
TX64-A121 Digi	ROUTER DUAL CAT11 DUAL WI-FI GBL	14
HRT-227CS ICP DAS USA Inc.	1 CHANNEL HART TO SINGLE MODE FI	30
Z9-PC-SR001-WL FreeWave Technologies, Inc.	ZUMLINK 900MHZ EMBEDDED ETHERNE	0
LX60_1104049 Sierra Wireless	ROUTER WIFI/GNSS LTE AU&NZ DC	0
MTCDT-247A-US-EU-GB Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.	ETHERNET LORA GATEWAY W/MTAC-	0
MTSMC-C2-GP-N3.R1 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.	MODEM 1XRTT IP/GPS 5V VERI	47
ASG4203-C HMS Networks	IXXAT SG-GATEWAY W/ PROFIBUS	0
E205XT02 Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)	E200 SERIES DUAL BAND 3G ROUTER	0
AB7308-B HMS Networks	CANOPEN TO MODBUS TCP/IP	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