Transport WR44 R Wireless Router

Digi TransPort® WR Family
3G/4G enterprise-class cellular routers

The Digi TransPort WR family of upgradeable cellular routers offers an all-in-one mobile communications solution with secure high-speed wireless connectivity to remote sites and devices for primary or backup wireless broadband network connectivity. These multi-function cellular routers feature a rugged flexible design with optional integrated Wi-Fi access point (with multi SSID) / Client, USB, serial and 4-port Ethernet switch, as well as a variety of configuration options including multiple serial ports (async or sync), GPS or I/O telemetry modules. Click here to read about a unique remote monitoring application using Digi TransPort WR21.

The Digi TransPort family offers advanced routing, security and firewall features,stateful inspection firewall and integrated VPN. Enterprise class protocols incorporate BGP, OSPF and VRRP+, a patented technology built upon the popular VRRP failover standard providing true auto sensing, auto failure and auto recovery of any line drop.

Digi TransPort WR routers are ideal for transportation, POS, energy, medical, financial and digital signage as well as cellular backup and remote device connectivity applications. Flexible power options include 11-58 VDC barrel or Molex connectors for direct integration into vehicle applications.

Digi's multi-functional, enterprise class wireless cellular routers and WiMAX routers with optional Gobi™ support are designed for enterprise, retail, transportation, financial, remote office and network backup applications.

Manufacturer Part Number
WR44-L5G1-NE1-RD
Full Product Specifications

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Wireless Interfaces

WWAN**
LTE - EMEA (L1): 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600MHz; 3G fall back to 850/900/1900/2100MHz and 2G fall back to 850/900/1800/1900MHz;
Transfer Rate (max): 50 Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down
LTE - North America (L5): Multi-Carrier (Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint) 700/850/1700(AWS)/1900 MHz; 2G/3G GSM fall back to 850/900/1700AWS/1800/1900/2100MHz;
2G/3G CDMA fall back to 800/1900MHz; Transfer Rate (max): 50 Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down
LTE – North America (L6): 700/850/1700(AWS)/1900MHz; 2G/3G fall back to 850/1900MHz; Transfer Rate (max): 50 Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down
LTE – Verizon (L8): 700/1700(AWS)MHz; No 2G/3G fall back; Transfer Rate (max): 50 Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down
LTE – Verizon (L9): 700/1700(AWS)MHz; 3G fall back to 850/1900MHz; Transfer Rate (max): 50 Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down
HSPA+ (U9): 850/900/1700 (AWS)/1900/2100MHz; Transfer Rate (max): 5.76 Mbps Up, 21 Mbps Down
GSM-R (R5): 900/1800/1900MHz (TRM-5); GPRS Class 10; Transfer rate (max): 42.8 Kbps Up, 85.6 Kbps Down
Edge (E1): GPRS/EDGE Class 10; 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; Transfer rate (max): 236 Kbps Up/Down
CDMA EV-DO (Dx): 450 MHz; EV-DO Rev B; R-UIM support; Transfer rate (max): 14.7 Mbps Up; 5.4 Mbps Down
CDMA 1xRTT (Bx): N/A
Connector: Ux, Lx variants: 2 x 50 Ω SMA (Center pin: female); E1, Dx, Bx variants: 1 x 50 Ω SMA(Center pin: female)
SIM Slots: 2
SIM Security: SIM slot cover plate included with WR44 R; Optional on WR44

Wi-Fi*
Standard: 802.11b/g/n; Option of dual Wi-Fi modules (WR44 R only)
Modes: Access point, Client and support for multiple SSID
Transmit Power: 20 dBm + 1.0/-1.5 dBm
Receive Sensitivity: 54 Mbps / <-72 dBm and 11 Mbps / -90 dBm
Security: Open or shared key authentication; WEP (64- and 128-bit) encryption; WPA/WPA2 with RADIUS (WPA Enterprise and pre-shared keys)
Connectors: 2 x 50 Ω RP-TNC (Center pin: male)

GPS*
Channels: 50
Sensitivity: -163 dB
Protocol: NMEA 0183 V2.3 sentence output; +3.3 VDC active antenna drive; NMEA stream to local serial port or over TCP/IP
Navigation: Galileo ready
Augmentation: SBAS
Cold Start: < 27 seconds TTFF (90%)
Horizontal Accuracy: < 2.5 meters (90%)
Velocity Accuracy: 0.1m/s
Connector: 1 x 50 Ω SMA (Center pin: female)
Additional Features: Send GPS via UDP/IP, TCP/IP (up to two destinations) or serial; Customize and/or send data using Python; GPS status query; Time source capable

Other
XBee: N/A
Satellite: N/A

Wired Interfaces
Serial
Ports: 1; Expansion cards available to increase serial ports Standard
Standard: RS-232; Expansion cards available in RS-422/485
Async/Sync: Async; Expansion cards available in sync
DTE/DCE: DCE
Signal Support: TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DCD, DSR, RI
Flow Control: Software (XON/XOFF), Hardware supported
COM Port Redirector: RealPort®
Connector: DB-9 female

Ethernet
Ports: 4
Standard/Physical Layer: IEEE 802.3; 10/100 Base-T
Data Rate/Mode/Interface: 10/100 Mbit/s; Full or Half duplex; Auto MDI/MDIX
Connector: RJ-45

I/O
Digital I/O: Input 4 - 28 VDC / Output: 28 VDC 50 mA max
Connector: 4-pin Molex (1 pin for input; 1 pin for I/O; the other 2 pins are used for DC power)

USB
Ports: 1
Standard: USB 2.0
Signaling: Full- or low-speed
Connector: Type A

DSL*
Technology: VDSL2, ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL
Standard: Option of Annex A/M or B
Connector: RJ-11
Protocol: RFC 2364 PPPoA, RFC 2516 PPPoE, RFC 2684 Bridged Ethernet, RFC 1483 Routed IP (all either LLC or VC-Mux); PPP and ATM PVC support

Other
Expansion Cards: Optional expansion cards available for GPS, fleet, telemetry (digital/analog I/O), ISDN/PSTN, serial and DialServ.

Software/Management
Remote Management: Device Cloud (cloud based); Digi Remote Manager™ (user installed/managed); SNMP v1/v2c/v3 (user installed/managed)
Local Management: Web Interface (HTTP/HTTPS); CLI (Telnet, SSH, SMS, Serial port)
Management/ Troubleshooting Tools: FTP, SFTP, SCP, Protocol Analyzer with PCAP for Wireshark, Event Logging with Syslog and SMTP, NTP/SNTP
Programming Tools/ Environments: Python, DIA, Digi ESP™
Software Packages: Enterprise
Memory: 128 MB NAND Flash/64 MB DDR2 SDRAM

Power
Input: 9 – 36 VDC
Consumption: 15W max, 8.5W typical
Connector: Locking barrel and 4-pin terminal block (2 pins are used for power; the other 2 pins are used for I/O).
DC Power Cord*: Locking barrel to bare wire or 4-pin connector to bare wire
DC Power Supply*: 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz; Option of standard temperature or extended temperature
Battery Backup: None

Physical
Dimensions (L x W x H): WR44: (non-DSL variants): 5.7 in x 8.3 in x 1.6 in (145 mm x 210 mm x 40 mm) WR44: (DSL variants): 5.7 in x 10.4 in x 1.6 in (145 mm x 264 mm x 40 mm) WR44 R: 5.5 in x 10 in x 1.9 in (140 mm x 254 mm x 48 mm)
Weight: WR44: (non-DSL variants): 1.98 lb (0.9 kg) WR44: (DSL variants): 2.25 lbs (1 kg) WR44 R: 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
Status LEDs: Power, LAN, Wi-Fi, Serial/DSL, WWAN (Link, Act, SIM), Signal strength
Material/Rating****: WR44: Industrial (Metal)/ IP30 WR44 R: Aluminium Alloy/ IP30
Mounting: WR44: Brackets for wall mount & DIN rail sold separately; WR44 R: 4x mounting slots on the unit’s flange

Environmental
Operating Temperature ***: Standard temp variants: 0° C to +40° C;
Extended temp & WR44 R non-Wi-Fi variants: -40° C to +60° C; Extended temp & WR44 R Wi-Fi variants: -20° C to +60° C
Storage Temperature: -40° C to +85° C
Relative Humidity: 0% to 95% (non-condensing) @ 25° C
Ethernet Isolation: 1.5 kV RMS
Serial Port Protection (ESD): 15 kV
Hazardous (Class 1 Div 2): N/A
Conformal Coating: Available upon request

Approvals
GSM/UMTS: PTCRB, NAPRD.03, GCF-CC, R&TTE, EN 301 511
CDMA/EV-DO: CDG TIA/EIA-690, CDG TIA/EIA-98-E
Cellular Carriers: Certified by most major carriers.
Safety: UL 60950, CSA 22.2 No. 60950, EN60950
Emissions/Immunity: CE, FCC Part 15 Class B, AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN55024, EN55022 Class B (WR44 models with VDSL are Class A)
Industry: E-Marking (72/245/EEC, 2009/19/EC); Automotive Non-Immunity (2004/104/ EC, 2005/49/EC, 2005/83/EC, 2006/28/EC); WR44R also includes: ISO7637-2 Class C, EN 300 019-2-5 (Specification for environmental tests for ground vehicle installations - covers temperature, humidity, vibration and shock)

Warranty
Product Warranty: WR44: 5 years; WR44 R: 3 years

* Optional hardware
** Transfer rates are theoretical and network operator dependent
*** Reduced cellular performance may occur outside of -20º C to +50º C. Standard temperature power supplies may reduce temperature range.
****The enclosure rating is self-declared and has not been formally verified by an independent lab.
Rate (max): 50 Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down 100 Mbps Down Mbps Up, 100 Mbps Down
†Product specification for operating temperature updated on February 5, 2015 and applies to current versions of the products currently in the field. Specifications for the earlier versions of the products in the field have also been updated and are not shown in the chart.