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LTE router compatible with CAT6 carrier aggregation technology

LTE router compatible with CAT6 carrier aggregation technology

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PapyrusBrother
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10-17-2016, 04:23 PM
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Do you have any background on using a device with open and active LTE/CA connectivity? You own a Huawei B525S-23A, which is functional but remains a closed system. No official OS firmware exists—only some custom modifications. The hardware works well, but I’m unsure what the router actually does. I’ve installed a modified firmware and have shell access inside, though running Android as a router isn’t something I’m comfortable with. I’d really like a device that supports OpenWrt (at least in a development build) so I can customize it according to my needs and the ISP’s requirements.
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10-17-2016, 04:23 PM #1

Do you have any background on using a device with open and active LTE/CA connectivity? You own a Huawei B525S-23A, which is functional but remains a closed system. No official OS firmware exists—only some custom modifications. The hardware works well, but I’m unsure what the router actually does. I’ve installed a modified firmware and have shell access inside, though running Android as a router isn’t something I’m comfortable with. I’d really like a device that supports OpenWrt (at least in a development build) so I can customize it according to my needs and the ISP’s requirements.

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10-19-2016, 02:25 PM
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Which nation are you located in? Cradlepoint products perform well and appear to be top cellular routers, though they come at a higher price point. Are there any restrictions on the number of devices your ISP permits?
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10-19-2016, 02:25 PM #2

Which nation are you located in? Cradlepoint products perform well and appear to be top cellular routers, though they come at a higher price point. Are there any restrictions on the number of devices your ISP permits?

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10-21-2016, 08:09 PM
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The situation is quite interesting. In central Europe, hardware choices are becoming more flexible, but I'm still limited to a handful of brands for routers. 5G options like Huawei and ZTE seem available, with Alcatel possibly offering some as well. Custom-built solutions using OpenWRT appear feasible, though finding a suitable LTE M2 modem under $200 is challenging. Quactel is definitely out of the question due to its closed-source approach. Competition seems sparse beyond Huawei and ZTE, especially in the EU market. It appears major US/EU 4G products are scarce, leaving Huawei and ZTE as the primary players. Cradlepoint might be another contender for enterprise hardware, but I haven't encountered specific models yet.
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HaiassZ
10-21-2016, 08:09 PM #3

The situation is quite interesting. In central Europe, hardware choices are becoming more flexible, but I'm still limited to a handful of brands for routers. 5G options like Huawei and ZTE seem available, with Alcatel possibly offering some as well. Custom-built solutions using OpenWRT appear feasible, though finding a suitable LTE M2 modem under $200 is challenging. Quactel is definitely out of the question due to its closed-source approach. Competition seems sparse beyond Huawei and ZTE, especially in the EU market. It appears major US/EU 4G products are scarce, leaving Huawei and ZTE as the primary players. Cradlepoint might be another contender for enterprise hardware, but I haven't encountered specific models yet.

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