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With Cat 4 LTE delivering up to 150 Mbps down and 50 Mbps up, the Alcatel ACS-8460 keeps branch locations, kiosks, and industrial sites online even when wired WAN fails. Dual Mini-SIM slots with automatic failover, 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports, and a rugged metal housing make it a dependable connectivity hub for demanding environments.

Overview

The Alcatel ACS-8460 is a compact industrial cellular gateway engineered for reliable 4G LTE connectivity in fixed and mobile applications. It combines a Cat 4 LTE modem with 3G fallback, dual SIM support, and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi to provide secure internet access for Ethernet and wireless devices. Four Gigabit LAN ports and one Gigabit WAN port allow flexible network topologies, while the integrated GPS enables location tracking for fleet or remote asset management.

What stands out

• Dual Mini-SIM slots with automatic failover for uninterrupted connectivity
• Rugged metal enclosure withstands harsh industrial conditions (-20°C to 60°C)
• Flexible power input: 9-36V DC, suitable for vehicle or solar installations
• Multiple mounting options: desktop, wall, or DIN-rail
• Comprehensive VPN and security features: IPSec, GRE, L2TP, SPI firewall, NAT, DMZ, VLAN
• Remote management via Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, and TR-069

Technical details

• Cellular: 4G LTE Cat 4 (FDD/TDD), 3G UMTS/HSPA+; up to 150 Mbps DL / 50 Mbps UL
• Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g/n, 2x RP-SMA antenna connectors
• Ethernet: 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN (RJ-45)
• SIM: Dual Mini-SIM (2FF) slots
• Antennas: 2x SMA Female for cellular, 2x RP-SMA Female for Wi-Fi
• USB: 1x USB 2.0 port
• GPS: Integrated receiver
• Power: DC 9-36V input
• Operating temperature: -20°C to 60°C
• Mounting: Desktop, wall-mount, DIN-rail
• Management: Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, TR-069
• Security: SPI firewall, NAT, DMZ, VLAN, VPN (IPSec, GRE, L2TP)

Our verdict

The Alcatel ACS-8460 is a robust choice for industrial IoT, transportation, and remote branch connectivity. Its dual SIM failover, wide temperature range, and flexible power input ensure reliable operation in challenging environments, while the included VPN and security features protect sensitive data.