XR Series Solutions architected for mission and
business-critical applications that require 5G performance and
end-to-end security
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW), the world’s leading
IoT solutions provider, today launched the next evolution in market
leading routers with its new XR Series of multi-network 5G routers.
In addition to the previously launched world’s first multi-network
MG90 5G vehicle router, the first two routers in the XR Series, the
XR90 and the XR80, enable customers to leverage the higher data
speeds and lower latency of 5G, required for real-time video
streaming and voice communications in mission-critical environments
and high performance business-critical 5G applications. The XR
Series delivers the full performance of 5G across any network (5G,
Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet) whether used for mobile applications or primary,
temporary, or backup fixed wireless connectivity.
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Sierra Wireless AirLink® XR90 5G
High-Performance Multi-Network Vehicle Router, one of the first
routers in the XR Series architected for mission and
business-critical applications that require 5G performance and
end-to-end security. (Photo: Business Wire)
“The performance, capability and reliability of the XR Series
complements our award-winning network, and it’s been great to see
the positive feedback from our customers who are trialling the XR
Series,” said Simba Bazaya, Product Manager, BT’s Enterprise unit.
“We’re also working with our customers to deploy instant
connectivity and ease of scale across a wide range of industries
and businesses, and we continue to drive innovation to deliver the
best customer experience and respond to growing customer demands
leveraging our 5G network.”
Optimized for 5G throughput, both the XR90 and the XR80 enable
customers to maximize higher 5G data speeds across Wi-Fi 6 and
multi-gigabit ethernet interfaces by employing quad-core processing
and hardware acceleration, with an internal architecture that
accelerates the data path, orchestrated by the AirLink® Operating
System (OS).
“Our 5G research has shown the importance of real-time
communications that 5G brings, along with supporting process
evolution,” said Alison Brooks, Ph.D., Research Vice President,
Smart Cities & Communities - Public Safety, IDC. “5G’s higher
data speeds, lower latency and higher device capacity is set to
transform the market across a multitude of use cases, such as video
streaming, and products such as the XR Series routers deliver with
the fast and always-on, secure connectivity needed for next
generation mission and business-critical applications.”
The XR Series routers improve the performance and reliability of
video streaming, video offload, and other data-intensive and
time-sensitive use cases, by ensuring that the router connects to
the best-performing network, at the right time. This is achieved
through AirLink OS, which features cognitive wireless, Sierra
Wireless’ patented technology that automatically switches to the
best available network in less than a second.
Solution Portfolio
Sierra Wireless’ XR Series routers are part of the 5G solution
portfolio that includes management software and reporting systems,
24x7 support, routers, antennas, and accessories. XR Series routers
are managed by the AirLink Management System (ALMS), a cloud-based
management platform. Additionally, an embedded LPWA cellular radio,
connected through Sierra Wireless Global Connectivity, provides an
always-on out-of-band management link to ALMS. This unique
capability ensures the ongoing operational success of these 5G
deployments.
“The supercharged XR Series enables organizations to move 5G
beyond the smart phone and deliver the performance needed to
connect medical devices in emergency vehicles, utilize autonomous
robots in factories, and provide high performance backup
connectivity to businesses,” said James Armstrong, Senior Vice
President & General Manager, Enterprise Solutions, Sierra
Wireless. “The XR Series is our fastest, most intelligent,
flexible, and secure router yet, purpose-built for advanced mission
and business-critical applications.”
The XR Series routers provide additional benefits beyond
industry-leading 5G performance, including:
- Best-In-Class Reliability: A passively cooled, IP64
industrial design enables the rugged XR Series to operate in even
the toughest environmental conditions experienced by routers
integrated into police, transit and utility vehicles, autonomous
mobile robots (AMRs) and other commercial and industrial
equipment.
- Future-proof Flexibility: Built for both fixed and
mobility applications, the XR Series offers single and dual 5G, and
Wi-Fi 6 radio options. In addition, the XR Series’ unique cartridge
design enables customers to expand and upgrade their routers
without replacing the router.
- Rapid Response: All XR Series routers include a unique
dedicated LPWA cellular connection through Sierra Wireless Global
Connectivity. Customers can easily deploy the routers through
zero-touch configuration by using the intuitive, cloud-based
AirLink Management Service (ALMS), and still maintain their
routers, even if they are not able to connect to public or private
5G or LTE networks.
- Strong Security: The XR Series enables customers to
reduce security risks in their 5G deployment with multi-layered
end-to-end security. This modern platform approach to security
protects data from device to the cloud, with a hardware-accelerated
VPN for secure transport, secure boot, unique cryptographic keys
that connect the router to ALMS, and use of the Wi-Fi Protected
Access 3 (WPA-3) protocol.
“These 5G solutions will be a great fit for our transit and
transportation customers, who need the increased bandwidth and
performance to support passenger Wi-Fi, as well as toll fare
collection and video systems,” said Robert Gronenthal, CEO, Island
Tech Services. “Our customers get a much better experience, with
the full benefit of 5G throughput, as well as Wi-Fi 6 for high
performance backhaul, integrated with a cloud-based management
platform for easy management of the entire vehicle fleet.”
Availability
The XR Series is available to order from the global network of
Sierra Wireless partners. Pricing starts at US $1,299 for the XR80
5G and US $1,899 for the XR90 5G. The XR90 is shipping now, and the
XR80 is expected to start shipping in Q3 2021. The XR Series is
being certified on 5G networks globally.
For more information, visit:
https:www.sierrawireless.comproducts-and-solutionsrouters-gatewaysxr90,
https://www.sierrawireless.com/products-and-solutions/routers-gateways/xr80/
To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call +1 877-687-7795
or visit: http://www.sierrawireless.com/sales.
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About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) is the leading IoT
solutions provider that combines devices, network services and
software to unlock value in the connected economy. Companies
globally are adopting IoT to improve operational efficiency, create
better customer experiences, improve their business models and
create new revenue streams. Whether it is an integrated solution to
help a business securely connect edge devices to the cloud, or a
software/API service to help manage processes associated with
billions of connected assets, or a platform to extract real-time
data to make the best business decisions, Sierra Wireless will work
with you to develop the right industry-specific solution for your
next IoT endeavor. Sierra Wireless operates a 24/7/365 Global
Network Operation Center (GNOC) and R&D centers in North
America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit
www.sierrawireless.com.
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