eUICC (eSIM) - The new technology for SIM-enabled routers
What is eUICC (eSIM)?
eUICCs are often also referred to as eSIMs. eSIM refers to a solderable SIM chip. The eUICC, on the other hand, is independent of the SIM card format, and is available for both chip SIMs and plastic SIM cards. This means that older products can also be retrofitted with eUICC. This eliminates one of the biggest challenges in the installation and service of mobile routers.
SIM cards that have to be installed before or during operation are no longer practical for many devices. A SIM that can be reprogrammed is the solution.
The latest incarnation for the time being is the eSIM or chip SIM. This is a solderable SIM chip and there are now also smaller formats such as XS-Quad. Due to this nomenclature, there is often confusion with the eUICC, i.e. the SIM card onto which one can download various profiles, so-called subscriptions.
What are the advantages of the new technology?
The SIM card can be provided with a new provider profile over the air. This means that the SIM card no longer needs to be replaced when the operator changes - minimizing sources of error and shortening maintenance and thus also the downtimes of machines and vehicles.
Another advantage of the eUICC is that the mobile operator can be changed, whether for the consumer eSIM or the M2M eSIM, and without having to change the physical SIM card.
The added value of this solution is that the end customer receives the hardware and software as before and is also free to choose his mobile network operator.
Is the eSIM the solution for M2M data communication?
The SIM tariffs have been adapted to the needs of both end users and M2M applications. Changing mobile operator is now the norm - even for the use of SIM cards in the M2M sector.
In the partner webinar with NetModule, we explain the background to eUICC (eSIM), highlight its development, shed light on the differences between SIM and eSIM and explain the advantages of this technology for SIM-enabled routers.
Routers for industry and general applications
The NB800 is a router with a soldered-in mobile radio modem, while the NB1800 is designed with a modular modem and can be equipped with up to two modems and two SIM cards. The eUICCs are also available in the common formats FF2 (Mini-SIM) and FF3 (Micro-SIM), so that the entire NetModule portfolio can be upgraded with eUICC.
NB800 vehicle router
The NB800 with E-Mark provides vehicles with a robust in-vehicle internet connection. The router is ideal for mobile connectivity in a wide range of transportation and industrial applications. The compact router provides key technologies for all applications on the Internet, but also for intranet sites and remote stations that can be connected via its powerful VPN protocol suite including OpenVPN and IPsec. The integrated modem supports MIMO LTE and ensures WWAN connectivity at up to 100 Mbps.
NB1800 industrial router
The NB1800-LWac-G industrial router from NetModule is a powerful router for fast Internet access. For a reliable network connection, the device supports an LTE module and a WLAN module in accordance with the latest IEEE 802.11ac standard. The equipment also includes two Gigabit Ethernet and one fiber optic port (SFP) as well as a USB host port and a serial interface with RS-232 or RS-485 mode.
Router for public transport
For public transport, NetModule offers the NB2800 series for road vehicles and the NB3800 series for rail vehicles. Both routers can be equipped with up to 4 SIM cards and up to 4 mobile radio modules.
NB2800 vehicle router
The NB2800-2LWac-G vehicle router from NetModule offers wireless Internet access via LTE and media server functionality. The integrated memory of up to 1 TB and the fastest WLAN enable data-intensive applications such as passenger WLAN and entertainment. The vehicle router is designed for applications in the areas of passenger WLAN, condition & remote monitoring, passenger information systems, digital signage, ticket machines, driver communication and CCTV.
NB3800 Railway router - EN 50155
The NB3800-2L2Wac-G railroad router from NetModule is a powerful and modular mobile router with a 5-port Ethernet switch for wireless Internet access for use in rail transportation with media server functionality. The integrated memory of up to 1 TB (optional) and the fastest WLAN enable data-intensive applications. With its rail industry approvals, security features and performance, it is ideal for applications such as WLAN for passenger WLAN, passenger information or video surveillance.
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