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THE PROMISE OF 5G
For now, most providers are rolling out 5G on sub-6 frequencies (800Mhz to 3-5Ghz), as opposed to
the highly potential mmWave frequencies (24Ghz to 100Ghz).

5G at the mmWave wavelength promises download speeds over 1Gbps, which is at least 10x faster
than the typical 4G-LTE speeds of 100-200Mbps and even faster than many fixed broadband services.
This translates to significantly lower latency and theoretically, the latency of 5G could reach an im-
perceptible 1ms delay compared to the 20-50ms delay typical of 3G and 4G networks. At such a low
latency, critical applications that are extremely latency-sensitive, such as autonomous driving,
drones, cloud gaming, and robo-surgeries, become highly plausible.

At the opposite end of the wave spectrum, the sub-6 frequencies typically trade speed for reliability.
At these frequency ranges, 5G offers less dramatic speed improvements over 4G at similar levels of
reliability.

With such a wide operable spectrum, 5G promises something for every app and organization.

5G mmWave

4G-LTE 5G Sub-6

100-200 Mbps 300 Mbps > 1 Gbps


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LIMITATIONS
To enjoy 5G, supporting devices are required.

At millimeter wavelength, 5G signals display physical properties similar to light. This means 5G
operating at mmWave loses signal strength when passing through the air, water vapor, and
less dense objects. It partially bounces off transparent objects such as glass, and it is unable to
penetrate solid objects such as wood, metal, and concrete. The maximum range of mmWave at
24GHz is around 1km in the open and is much lower when there are objects in the way.
Although technologies such as MIMO and multiple antennas help to boost signal reception,
signal strength in indoor and urban areas could still become very unpredictable. At the same
time, outdoor base stations and indoor small cells need to be densely deployed. This means
infrastructure deployments will be costly, time-consuming, and laden with potential legal liabili-
ties over public health concerns.

Glass Metal and Concrete Wood


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5G WIRELESS SD-WAN WITH PEPLINK | PEPWAVE
Businesses and government agencies are adopting SD-WANs at a rapid pace to replace legacy WANs
running on MPLS. An SD-WAN on the mainstream enterprise market typically offer one additional
WAN link with broadband, DSL, or mobile to affordably increase the bandwidth of the existing MPLS
connection, and to provide a failover backup. This offers substantial cost savings over MPLS for the
same amount of network bandwidth and provides some form of an increase in reliability. Other typi-
cal features include WAN optimization, application-specific network rulesets, and centralized control
of branch networks via the cloud.

With our patented SpeedFusion technology, Peplink goes a step further than the above feature sets.
SpeedFusion allows users to combine any number of connections together to form a point-to-point
link to achieve what others cannot:

Untethered from fixed-line Unbreakable connectivity

Combine the bandwidth of several mobile connections to form an SpeedFusion’s Hot Failover maintains secure tunnels over all the avail-
ultra-fast data link. Sustain bandwidth-hungry and latency-sensitive able WAN links to keep the network up and running when a connection
tasks without the need for fixed lines, such as rolling workplaces drops out. If a WAN link fails, SpeedFusion instantly routes traffic to a
with full access to multi-cloud and security services, HD video working tunnel for uninterrupted VoIP sessions.
streaming, and clinics.

Unrivaled coverage

SpeedFusion is carrier agnostic and our products are certified with multi-
ple carriers. By combining the coverage network of several mobile carri-
ers, chances of running into a network blindspot are minimized.
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5G WIRELESS SD-WAN WITH PEPLINK | PEPWAVE
In the coming years, 5G will enable connectivity to billions of devices outside the reach of any
fixed-line infrastructure. Furthermore, enterprises will increasingly move to a fixed + mobile network
architecture to take advantage of the extreme bandwidth of 5G. Thus, wireless SD-WANs will become
the key technology to power branch networks.

Since its founding in 2006, Peplink has long focused on wireless SD-WAN technologies. Now, we are
ready to propel customers into the 5G-era with a range of brand new flagships featuring an innova-
tive modular platform architecture for different use cases:

Connection Reliability vs Consistency

Reliable connections are not necessarily consistent connections. Although a connection may stay up,
it can still suffer from significant packet loss. This results in jitters during VoIP and video streaming
sessions, which can cause disruptions to important communications with sound loss and distorted
video. Peplink has developed technologies to combat the effects of packet loss: WAN Smoothing and
Forward Error Correction.

Forward Error Correction (FEC) WAN Smoothing

This Peplink technology generates reserve packets. When packet loss This Peplink technology duplicates packets. When packet loss occurs, the
occurs, FEC uses the information within the reserve packets to extrapo- duplicated packets replace the lost packets. This technology is best suited
late the lost data. This technology is best suited to one-way video to two-way communications such as VoIP or video conferencing.
streaming.

Reserve
Packets
Lost Packets
are Extrapolated

Packets
A B LOST D LOST

Without With
WAN Smoothing WAN Smoothing
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5G Upgrade Path
Upgrade Existing Peplink Devices Single-Cellular Routers

Upgrade your existing Peplink devices with a MAX Adapter With a 5G cellular modem and a 2.5Gbps WAN port, the
5G. By simply connecting this state-of-the-art cellular MAX BR1 Pro 5G can either secure you with reliable wire-
modem to the USB WAN port of your compatible device, less connectivity on the move, or provide 5G as a backup
you can enjoy an additional 5G WAN. for your wired network.

5G 5G

Multi-Cellular Routers 5G for Branch Connectivity

Stay connected by combining up to four 5G cellular con- With an Ethernet WAN port, an LTE modem, and a 5G
nections. The compact form of the MBX 5G allows it to be modem, the Balance 310 5G allows connections of differ-
deployed in a wide range of situations, such as vehicles, ent kinds to work simultaneously. Together with Traffic
vessels and temporary sites. Steering technology, it helps you balance your enterprise’s
network traffic.

CABLE
4× 5G

LTE
5G
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Our 5G Portfolio: Enterprise

MAX Adapter

Peplink’s state-of-the-art cellular


modem offers 5G connectivity. Housed
in a portable and industrial-strength
enclosure to offer continuous
high-traffic and low latency operation
for any demanding needs.

Rapid Upgrade for Peplink Devices Integrate a 5G Failover to Your Setup

This capable device provides a rapidly Add a 5G failover to your existing


deployable upgrade for any Peplink setup, or even upgrade an LTE Peplink
device supporting a USB WAN port. device to a 5G device. There are many
options available.
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Our 5G Portfolio: 5G Failover

BR1 Pro 5G Mobile 5G

The top-selling BR1 comes back in an Enjoy blazing-fast 5G speeds via global
upgraded iteration, this time with 5G. bands, Wi-Fi 6 MU-MIMO, Ignition
Whether you need massive bandwidth sensing capabilities, and many more.
by bonding your connections, or a
seamless failover, the BR1 Pro 5G is
sure to impress.

Quick Setup for


High Bandwidth Demands

The BR1 Pro 5G offers a 5G experience


that’s easy to set up for construction
sites, allowing you to connect to multi-
ple devices simultaneously without
interference.
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Our 5G Portfolio: Mission-Critical

MBX 5G

Eliminate spotty coverage for mission-critical applica-


tions, with the MBX 5G. Available as a quad cellular
device supporting four cellular providers simultaneously
with room for 4 more redundant SIMS, the MBX 5G can
provide connectivity like no other.

SpeedFusion Give the Best for


Bandwidth Bonding What You Need

The MBX 5G is perfect for times Don’t let poor signal affect
where high bandwidth and low your mission critical tasks.
latency is required. Combine FusionSIM offers remote
the bandwidth of 4 different provisioning of SIM profiles
cellular providers into an un- to your devices from one
breakable high-speed SD-WAN simple management portal.
connection.
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Our 5G Portfolio: Office Failover

Balance 310 Fiber 5G

Effectively failover to 5G from your


main Fiber line, to optimize any
connectivity needs for your office.

Balance 310 5G Balance 310X 5G

With cellular WANs (5G and LTE) Combine 2 Ethernet WANs along-
and Ethernet WAN support, this side 5G, or use them separately as
device can handle more than the a failover for any SpeedFusion
requirements of your office envi- requirements to meet your needs.
ronment.
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Our 5G Portfolio: Balance 310 Family
Versatile branch routers with multi-WAN capabilities to be used according to your office needs:

Balance 310X 5G Balance 310 5G Balance 310 Fiber 5G

Handle two ethernet WANs For 5G network support that requires Network resilience by supporting Fiber,
from different ISPs. 4G LTE for backup. and failing over to 5G when needed.

Ethernet WAN Port 2× 1× 1×

SFP WAN Port - - 1×

5G WAN - 1× 1×

4G WAN - 1× -

PrimeCare

Wi-Fi AP

Ideal Scenario 2 Ethernet Cables 5G network that SFP WAN for accessing
from different providers requires 4G LTE for backup gigabit fiber optic internet

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