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Logistics Network Updates

5Gstore has been actively working to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to the ongoing supply chain issues due to numerous factors including the Sierra Chip Shortage.

We want to say THANK YOU to our customers for working with us during these challenging times and that we look forward to continuing to exceed each need in every way possible!

In the last 12+ months we have continued to see the impacts and have made the necessary pivotal changes to continue being able to keep business as usual for our continued and new customers.

Pivotal Changes For Staying Ahead:

  • Elevated Stock Levels:
    • Increased stocking levels to support all consumer and business needs.
  • Proactive Planning:
    • Strategically working with our vendors/customers to plan for their current and future needs.
  • Communication:
    • Keeping everyone informed on where things stand and advising appropriately so everyone can effectively plan and prepare.
  • Decreased Lead Times:
    • Due to the stock increases AND close planning with our customers – we have been able to decrease lead times on key products.

The day to day operations for all continue to sort through the challenges faced even beyond the supply shortages – like Staffing Shortages. Both Manufacturers and Carriers are dealing with the impacts from this and working to manage the impacts this has had on the lead times for fulfilling orders.

A key component for staying ahead is being informed and we would like to share with you some of the latest feedback and insight we have. 

Important Insight:

Sierra Wireless

We are starting to slowly see  stock availability for the Sierra products and backorders being fulfilled from the previous year. As they continue to push forward to get ahead, it will be important to stay on top of what is available now. 

Cradlepoint

Lead times are consistently fluctuating week to week – it is important you know how to plan accordingly for the more popular items as well as for the items that might be as common – replacement power supplies, spare antennas etc. 

Peplink

Lead times vary across the products due to component shortages – all stock is reviewed constantly for those that are facing these impacts, and those that might face the impacts in the near future. Although the lead times are extended on some of the popular products – we would like to highlight products that are readily available! 

Inseego

Inseego has been leading the way for 25 years by creating entirely new types of devices, including the world’s first mobile hotspots for leading wireless operators, technology titans, business users, government agencies, and consumers. 

Digi 

Since 1985, Digi International Inc. (Digi) has been a pioneer in wireless communication, forging the future for connected devices and responding to the needs of the people and enterprises that use them.  

Panorama

Panorama has had some extended lead times due to key changes being made internally to better serve the demand. In addition to this, there are some new 5G capable products out now to help you future proof! We are happy to start seeing the positive impacts from these changes.

Mobile Mark

Mobile Mark has done an exceptional job to keep their lead times without impact until more recently. The lead times have been extended by around 1 week on average, depending on the product and quantity needed, but with proper planning we have been able to avoid that impacting 5Gstore and our customers!

Poynting

Poynting has done a great job and planning for their stock accordingly to avoid delays when possible – Lead Times have stayed pretty consistent over the last 12+ months due to the combined efforts between Poynting and 5Gstore.

What Role Do YOU Play in YOUR SUCCESS?

Here are some key tips in staying ahead of the curve with 5Gstore! 

  • Knowing Stock Availability:
    • Items on our site that are readily available will have that easily displayed – Look for the “In Stock” Green Check Mark that indicates this!
  • Secure your place with stock:
  • Bring in your orders early:
    • Plan for orders now that would normally be reviewed in a 30-60-90 day manner.
  • Future Proof:
    • Work with us to be aware of the latest options and alternatives that are readily available!
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5Gstore Now Sells & Support Digi 4G/5G Routers

5Gstore is excited to announce we are now stocking and shipping new products from award winning Digi. Digi has been a pioneer in the M2M/ IoT market for over 30 years. In this time, their products have adapted to evolving network standards, and optimized data communications around the most advanced protocols and emerging technologies. From radio frequency modems to gateways, cellular routers, and networking devices, Digi’s solutions have continually grown to serve the full breadth of applications across the IoT landscape. New products will include: EX12, EX50, IX10, and IX20. 

EX12

We’d like to highlight the EX12 Cellular extender first. This is great for users wanting a failover solution for their small network (i.e. POS systems, ATMs, Kiosks, etc). The EX12 has a built-in, carrier certified Cat4 LTE modem with redundant SIM slots. This allows for an additional failover with the same or different cellular carrier. Deployments are streamlined with installation accessories including an optional Remote Mounting Kit with a disposable battery pack for site survey, mounting bracket and a passive PoE injector for optimizing placement for the best cellular reception. If needed, a serial port for Out of Band management is also available. 

EX12

EX50

Next, for the power user, we have the EX50, complete with a 5G modem and redundant SIM slots. WiFi support is with the newest, version 6, and Ethernet ports support up to 2.5Gbps. This means users can achieve the full benefits of the cellular bandwidth over wired and wireless connections. Extended temperature range and multiple mounting solutions gives this unit the flexibility to be installed in more industrial environments. 

EX50

IX10

For a more ruggedized and compact solution, check out the IX10. This router offers low-touch and no-touch provisioning and features a Cat4 LTE modem (with redundant SIM slots) along with a RJ-45 serial port supporting both RS-232 and RS-485. Its flexible power and connectivity options make it a versatile choice for industrial, digital signage, ATMs, kiosks and other unattended retail applications that need to provide secure transactions.

IX10

IX20

Similar to the IX10, but larger and more feature packed, we have the IX20 with or without WiFi. This is available with a FirstNet ready modem and is prepared for any application. Its compact size and rugged hardware give any user a simple, yet advanced option for securing their network and providing automatic failover. The router supports advanced security (stateful firewall, MAC filtering and VPN), cellular redundancy (via Digi SureLink®) and management (SNMP, event logging, analyzer trace and QOS), facilitating use in PCI or NERC-CIP compliant applications. 

IX20

Digi Remote Manager

For all Digi products you also have access to Remote Management via Digi Remote Manager. Digi RM is a cloud-based solution that facilitates easy setup, mass configuration, maintenance and support, even for thousands of devices. Digi Remote Manager lets you evaluate, update and configure your Digi enterprise routers and gateways — and the health of your network — at scale, after deployment. Digi RM also provides secure, out-of-band management access to Digi units through serial ports and command-line interface. 

Digi Remote Manager

Digi SureLink

In addition to Digi RM, all of Digi’s cellular products support the Digi SureLink “keep-alive” function. This makes sure the connection will be there when it’s needed. A programmable inactivity timer and a pro-active link integrity function are available. Digi SureLink includes link integrity monitoring, with three test options. 

Digi SureLink

5Gstore is delighted to bring you Digi products and is excited about this new partnership. If you are interested in these products and want to learn more, please reach out to the team at 5Gstore to learn more!

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Digi International to Showcase Innovations at CES 2022

Digi International® is a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products and services. They were recently named a CES® 2022 Innovation Awards honoree in the Smart Cities category and today announced it will showcase new innovations and share expertise at CES 2022 (booth number 10239).

The company plans on showcasing the new Digi EX50 5G cellular router and demonstrating the capabilities of its interactive Digi XBee® Earth Rover robot. It will also highlight its technologies developed to advance precision agriculture. 

Harald Remmert, Digi’s CTO, Cellular Solutions, will be part of the IMC Smart Cities panel on Jan. 6 at 12 p.m. in the CES IoT Infrastructure Pavilion.

“Connectivity has become the foundation of exciting new consumer products and industrial IoT applications that change the way we work, live and communicate,” says Remmert. “For over 35 years, Digi has been at the forefront of this evolution, developing connectivity and remote management solutions, including medical, retail, energy, transportation, agriculture and manufacturing. With CES expanding into new IoT and automation-driven categories, this is the perfect stage to present our innovative solutions and share our expertise and insights.”

Digi’s CES 2022 lineup includes:

  • Digi EX50 5G – Digi EX50 has 5G/4G dual connectivity and Wi-Fi 6. It will be a great solution for users who require fast, reliable, and secure primary or backup Internet. Integrating with Digi Remote Manager® and Digi TrustFence,® Digi EX50 5G with the power of 5G future-proofs the network and allows IT staff to easily deploy, monitor, and manage the hardware.
  • Digi TX64 5G – Digi TX64 is a high performance, ruggedized 5G router with dual redundant communications for complex transit, transportation and rail systems. This router combines dual 5G and 4G LTE-Advanced Pro cellular technology and dual Wi-Fi radios with enterprise-class routing, security, firewall, and integrated VPN. It also offers flexible connectivity to other onboard systems through USB, serial, Ethernet, dead reckoning GNSS and Bluetooth®.
  • Digi XBee® Earth Rover – CES attendees will have an opportunity to control Digi’s robot via their smartphones. Through the Digi XBee cellular smart module, users can connect to the robot from anywhere in the world through 4G LTE-M cellular networks. Simple text commands move the robot, and sensors on the robot provide data for remote monitoring. In 2022, the Digi XBee Earth Rover will power STEM workshops for middle and high schools, simulating the challenge of communicating and collecting information from NASA’s Mars Rover, and challenging students to explore the tools and find innovative solutions.
  • Precision Agriculture Demonstration – Digi’s demonstration simulates a complete IoT ecosystem for precision agriculture powered by Digi wireless products. This end-to-end solution provides crop managers with real-time weather conditions, which they can use to provide the precise amount of water required for optimal yields, controlling many farms from a central location.

“This is an exciting time for Digi considering the tremendous growth we experienced in 2021,” Remmert says. “In addition to Haxiot and Ctek, Digi acquired Ventus Holdings, a leader in Managed Network-as-a-Service (MNaaS) solutions that simplify the complexity of enterprise wide area network (WAN) connectivity. The acquisition – the largest in Digi’s history – enables us to provide software and subscription service plans and award-winning hardware to supply complete, high-value networking solutions. We envision 2022 to be even more exciting as we grow and expand into new markets.”

For more information about Digi, check out: www.digi.com.

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Log4j Vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228) – Does it Affect My Device?

The “Log4j” vulnerability was reported late last week. It is a Java-based software that many large organizations use to configure their applications. According to cybersecurity experts, Log4j is one of the most popular logging libraries used online. It gives software developers a way to build a record of activity to be used for a variety of purposes (e.g. troubleshooting, auditing, data tracking). Since it is both open-source and free, the library essentially touches every part of the internet.

Many of you have been asking if this affects your 5Gstore hardware. Here’s an outline of what we found:

  • 5Gstore.com – Not affected.
    •  “We do not use Java and thus our services are unaffected.” 
  • Peplink – Not affected. 
    • “Peplink has verified and confirmed that none of our products, including InControl 2 and InControl Appliance, are using the Log4j software. Peplink is therefore not affected by this vulnerability.”
  • Cradlepoint – Products Affected: NCM (patched 12/11/2021), NCP (patch in progress). 
    • Cradlepoint identified one vulnerability within NetCloud Perimeter (NCP). They are in the process of upgrading Log4j within NCP, and NCM (as a precaution) to the latest version. 
  • Sierra Wireless – AM/ AMM Servers affected
    • Patches have been made available.
  • Digi – Not affected.
    • “Our products and not affected by this vulnerability.” 
  • Inseego – Not affected.
    • “At Inseego, the security of our products and services is a top priority. Inseego is taking appropriate measures to address the vulnerability reported in the Apache Log4j 2 Java library (also known as Log4Shell). At this time, there have been no successful exploits observed in Inseego products, solutions or in the Inseego environment. We are continually monitoring our products and systems and taking steps to continue to protect our critical applications. Inseego will continue to assess and remediate threats posed by the Log4j vulnerability. Please contact customer support if you have any specific questions or concerns.”
  • NetComm – Not affected. 
    • “We aren’t using any java applications on any of the modems, so they are not affected by this vulnerability.”
  • Switch Always On – Not affected. 
    • “Fortunately, none of our services has the log4j package installed. Some of the external services linked to our system announce it, but those services didn’t cause functional issues.”
  • Remote Power IP Switch – Not affected.
    • “Thankfully, we don’t use Apache Log4j on any of our products.”
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Tech Tip: How to Use VLANs to Secure Your Router Network

IoT devices – such as cameras, smart thermostats & doorbells – can generally be less secure than most network attached devices (i.e. computers, network drives, servers, etc). Still, they require Internet service to operate and allow you remote access for control and monitoring. In effort to better secure these devices from the rest of your network, this is where creating a “VLAN” can help. This stands for “Virtual Local Area Network.” This is much like creating a Guest WiFi network on your router, so it can be done on just about any router including Sierra Wireless, CradlePoint, Peplink and Digi devices. 

Check out our video on how to create a VLAN for IoT security here! 

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