5Gstore Top 10 Products of 2023

The ranking of 5Gstore’s premier products is determined by a blend of their popularity, the quantity of customer reviews received, and the average rating bestowed by customers. Several perennial favorites from this year’s winners, such as the IP Switch Dual Outlet and Cradlepoint IBR600C, have consistently made appearances on our “Top Products” lists in previous […]

Sierra Wireless ALEOS Security Advisory

Sierra Wireless was recently informed of eight security vulnerabilities in ALEOS, the operating system used in certain Sierra Wireless AirLink Routers. This includes the MP70, RV50x, RV55, LX40, LX60 ES450 and GX450. The vulnerabilities are present in ALEOS 4.16 and earlier versions and have been remediated in ALEOS 4.17 released in October 2023. Affected Products  […]

Important Bulletin: Changes to AirLink® R2C/eSIM Support

To Sierra Wireless users, we would like to bring your attention to an important update regarding the AirLink® R2C/eSIM support in select AirLink routers. This bulletin outlines a change in the manufacturing of specific devices that will impact the functionality of the embedded SIM (eSIM). Change Overview Currently, certain models such as AirLink LX40/60 LTE […]

Benefits of IP Passthrough

In the complex world of internet configurations, users often grapple with challenges, especially when combining their Internet Service Provider’s (ISP) router, or a cellular router, with a personal router. Enter a common hurdle known as “double NAT,” which can cause disruptions in applications such as Voice over IP (VoIP) and VPNs. However, a solution exists: […]

Minimizing Data Usage with Sierra Wireless AirLink Management Service

Optimizing data usage can be extremely important for businesses, especially those with multiple data plans. Today, we’re focusing on usage with Sierra Wireless devices and their cloud management service, ALMS (AirLink Management Service). With default configurations, Sierra Wireless devices can consume a significant amount of data daily. Understanding how to fine-tune these settings is crucial […]

How to Register for Sierra Wireless AirLink Management Service (ALMS)

Similar to other router manufacturers, Sierra Wireless provides a cloud management solution called AirLink Management Service, or ALMS for short. Configure, monitor, and track all your devices in one location. Before you can begin utilizing ALMS for your device, there’s a few steps you need to take, regardless of whether you have an existing account […]

5Gstore’s Enhanced Router Search

Whether you’re a tech-savvy individual, a small business owner, or an enterprise level organization, finding the perfect router to meet your specific needs can be a daunting task. That’s why 5Gstore has revamped and simplified their router search process to make it easier than ever for you to find the ideal router solution. With the […]

Sierra Wireless Unveils AM/AMM 2.17.5

Sierra Wireless recently made a significant stride in empowering administrators with the release of AM/AMM 2.17.5, a major update to their AirLink Manager Platform. Unveiled on October 20, 2023, this release brings a host of new features and improvements, redefining the approach to server upgrades and enhancing the platform’s overall functionality and security. Self-Serve Upgrades […]

Securing Sensitive Data: Understanding FIPS 140-2 and Its Importance

In the landscape of cybersecurity, one standard has been coming up more recently: FIPS 140-2. FIPS, which stands for Federal Information Processing Standard, is a crucial framework developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to safeguard sensitive government information from the clutches of hackers. At its core, FIPS 140-2 is a validation […]

Sierra Wireless Releases ALEOS Version 4.17

You may recall that Sierra Wireless announced the General Availability of ALEOS 4.17.0.010 on September 13, 2023. While it was previously available via ALMS only, Sierra deprecated this version because of an issue where the cellular Access Point Name (APN) was mishandled on select regional carriers. As of today, Sierra is announcing the General Availability of ALEOS […]