The Cradlepoint ARC CBA850-1200M is an LTE Advanced Pro Category 18 gigabit modem that can provide a cellular internet connection to any traditional router - just like one would use a cable or DSL modem.
Higher-end enterprise mobile gear Cradlepoint (and competitor Peplink) have long appealed to RVers and boaters with the most demanding mobile internet needs, particularly for those with an IT background who are not intimidated by managing a more complex device.
And the new CBA850-1200M fits that bill with advances features that put it on the leading edge of LTE performance, compatibility and features.
Specifications:
- Cellular Modem Specs:
- Carriers: AT&T (Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint support are pending)
- LTE Bands:
- 4G/3G: WCDMA/DC-HSPA+, Bands 1, 2, 4, 5(19), 8
- LTE-Advanced Carrier Aggregation: Yes (5x 20MHz)
- LTE Performance Category: Category 18
(Max Theoretical Speed: 1,200 Mbps Down / 150 Mbps Up) - MIMO Support: 2x2 and 4x4
- Cellular Antenna Ports: 4x SMA male
- SIM Slots: Dual Mini-SIM (2FF)
- Cellular Tethering via USB: Yes - 1x USB Port, tethering not confirmed
- Ethernet Ports: 2x 1,000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (One for device management, one WAN with POE)
- Other Ports:
- RJ-45 (Console)
- GPS Antenna Port(SMA)
- 12v Power
- Special Features: Data Usage Tracking, Auto Faillover, Load Balancing, Integrated GPS
- Power Source: 12 V DC / 1.5 A power adapter.
- Dimensions: 4.8 × 4.8 × 1.7 inches
- Outdoor Rated: No
- Retail Price: $799.99 (w/o antennas)
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The CBA850-1200M by Cradlepoint is an advanced LET modem that can provide a cellular internet connection to any traditional router.