Product Review: Cradlepoint MBR1200 – Failsafe Gigabit N Router for Mobile Broadband (MBR-1200)

Product Review: Cradlepoint MBR1200 – Failsafe Gigabit N Router for Mobile Broadband (MBR-1200)

on December 4, 2009  

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Failsafe Gigabit N Router for Mobile Broadband (MBR-1200)

Overview

Cradlepoint makes a lot of quality routers, one of their best is MBR 1200. This advanced router comes with a failsafe mechanism that keeps those connected to the internet when the primary internet connection goes down.

It’s perfect for  businesses that can’t afford to be unplugged to the internet. When the original connection is restored, the MBR 1200 automatically switches back. Emergency response crews can use the 1200 to set up a mobile command shelter. It’s perfect for colleagues that want to share an internet connection on-the-go. Set up it up in your RV, boat or vehicle and enjoy unparalled WiFi service on 3G/4G networks.

The 1200 comes with WiPipe technology that allows for the device to direct bandwidth by giving video, audio or other large files priority over those files that don’t take up as much bandwidth. It has a range of over 260 yards and you can have up to 64 people using the device at one time. The durability of the 1200 lets users connect it to a DSL line and provide internet with GB ethernet ports.

The security features allow users to manage the network with the standard WPA/WPA2 security settings along with a firewall that includes Network Address Translation and Stateful Packet Inspections. It’s easy to install and there’s no software involved. Other security controls include  encrypted and open modes, as well as password protected Internet Access to prevent unauthorized usage.

Specs

WAN / INTERNET
3G/4G via Five Modem Ports (3 USB 2.0, 1 ExpressCard, 1 PC Card); One Ethernet Port (10/100/1000); One LAN Ethernet Port re-configurable to WAN for redundancy

LAN
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Four Ethernet Ports (10/100/1000)

ANTENNAS
internal WiFi antennas (300+ yards range), external antenna ports for optional antennas providing additional distance and performance

BUTTONS / SWITCHES
WiFi On/Off Switch, WPS Button (WiFi Protected Setup), Modem Signal Strength, Reset, and Power Switch

LED INDICATORS
Power, Ethernet LAN (1-4), Ethernet WAN, 3G/4G WAN, 3G/4G Modem Status (5), WPS (WiFi Protected Setup), Signal Strength

DIMENSIONS
9” x 5.1” x 1.57” ( 230mm x 130mm x 40mm )

CERTIFICATIONS
FCC, IC, CE, WiFi Alliance

OPERATING TEMPERATURE
0oC to 50oC

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