D-Link introduces 4G LTE integrated access device to replace landline broadband

D-Link today announced the launch of a primary connectivity device designed to completely replace conventional landline connections.

The D-Link DWR-923 LTE1 4G Integrated Access Device (IAD) is a broadband router ideal for use in areas where mobile broadband speeds exceed that of ADSL, or where access to a landline broadband network is limited. The DWR-923 connects to an available mobile broadband network and uses the modern Wireless N standard to share a connection with multiple WiFi-enabled devices. It is intended for deployment in homes and offices, and is also suitable for areas where an impromptu wireless network is needed, such as in hotels, conference halls and airports.

“D-Link worked closely with service providers to design an elegant and inconspicuous router that serves up all of the features desired by broadband customers,” said Wynand Moller. “We developed the DWR-923 LTE 4G IAD as a full-fledged landline replacement that will allow customers to connect to the Internet at significantly higher speeds than that of typical landline connections.”

As a dual-mode LTE router, the DWR-923 is able to connect to both 3G and 4G networks. In the event that a 4G connection becomes unavailable, the device can revert back to a 3G network, thus ensuring persistent connectivity. Users can place and receive phone calls via their mobile network by simply connecting a standard telephone handset to one of the FXS jacks at the back of the router. Additional advanced networking features, such as priority queues and packet prioritisation ensure smooth voice over IP (VOIP) and media streaming, even while downloading large files.

The LTE 4G IAD router supports wireless WAN throughput of up to 50Mbps uplink and 100Mbps downlink, and wireless LAN throughput of up to 300Mbps. Built-in Gigabit Ethernet ports support speeds of up to 1 000Mbps for extremely fast transfers between attached wired devices. The DWR-923 also includes a built-in firewall to protect the integrity of personal information transferred over the Internet.

1 LTE stands for Long Term Evolution, which is a 4G wireless broadband technology developed by the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) as a standard for wireless communication of high-speed data.

Notes to editors:

DWR-923 LTE 4G Integrated Access Device (IAD)

Form factor:
* Size: 220mm x 195mm x 35mm
* Weight: 550 grams

Main functions:
* 4G/LTE - 3G
* 4 LAN ports, 1Gbit/s (RJ45)
* 1 WAN port (RJ45)
* 3 USB ports
* 2 SMA external antenna contacts
* WiFi 802.11n
* Centralised handling via TR069
* IPv6

Frequencies:
* LTE 2600/900/800MHz
* DC-HSPA+/HSUPA/UMTS 2100MHz