Cradlepoint TAA-MBA5-R980-5GD-A 5G Mobile Router
Overview
The Cradlepoint TAA-MBA5-R980-5GD-A is a ruggedized, TAA-compliant 5G mobile router built for enterprise deployments where federal procurement alignment is mandatory. It delivers 940 Mbps firewall throughput via dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and integrated dual-modem architecture supporting simultaneous 5G and Cat 19 LTE connectivity—meaning your uplink stays active even if one cellular band drops or signal shifts. The embedded 5G modem, eSIM, and dual-concurrent Wi-Fi eliminate the need for external modems or USB adapters, reducing physical clutter and single points of failure at remote sites.
Deploy this unit where you need reliable WAN connectivity before surveillance infrastructure, network management platforms, or IoT sensors can talk back to the data center. The 20 VPN tunnel count and cloud management integration handle multi-site federation without requiring on-site VPN appliances. Operating range spans -30°C to 70°C, covering outdoor cabinets, rooftop equipment enclosures, and temperature-stressed environments where standard commercial routers fail.
Compatibility
This router integrates into enterprise network stacks as a primary or failover WAN edge device. It pairs with standard Gigabit Ethernet switching infrastructure—plug the LAN/WAN-switchable ports into your core switch, patch panel, or firewall uplink. Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports allow one to serve LAN (internal network) and one WAN (carrier uplink) simultaneously, or both as failover links for redundancy. Compatible with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks across North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. FirstNet Trusted and T-Mobile Connecting Heroes certifications enable priority access on public safety networks. CBRS and private cellular network support allow deployment on enterprise or campus spectrum where fixed broadband is unavailable or unreliable.
Installation Notes
Mount in a weatherproof enclosure or cabinet rated for -30°C to 70°C operating range. Power supply specifications and current draw are not listed in available evidence—confirm power requirements with the manufacturer before finalizing the enclosure design. The unit does not support PoE, so plan for dedicated 120/240V AC or DC power per site. Serial port connectivity requires an adapter (included in some packaging configurations—verify with your order). No USB debugging or reprogramming required for standard deployments; firmware updates push over-the-air via cloud management.
