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title: "Ericsson Cradlepoint W1855"
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# Ericsson Cradlepoint W1855

Outdoor 5G low-and mid-band adapter to add primary or failover connectivity

![W1855 product](https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt2588e757607604a2/blt0d086a67858b8efe/69fca3596cc92f5542d47496/url_W1855-product-page-hero.png)

- **Passthrough Throughput:** 2 Gbps
- **Dual Connectivity:** 5G Low/Mid-Band & Cat 19 LTE
- **LAN Connectivity:** 2.5 GbE
- **Management:** Ericsson NetCloud

## Benefits

- 5G tools and value confirmation built into the NetCloud Platform
- Dual Connectivity: Simultaneous 5G and LTE network connections
- “Captive modem mode” for singular router/adapter control and management
- Deep wireless analytics assisted by machine learning
- Carrier-class connectivity with multiple levels of test and recovery
- Adaptive to any networking and SD-WAN environment
- Zero-touch deployment and day-1 broadband without on-site IT staff
- Advanced Remote Management suite

## When fiber is not an option or link diversity is needed

The W1855 provides industry-leading Wireless WAN connectivity for optimal signal reception from outdoor installations on buildings and temporary sites that require high bandwidth, when fiber is not an option or link diversity is needed. Other use cases include high-performance cellular connections in SD-WAN, high-performance failover in medium-sized sites, and video broadcasts. This adapter uses a 3GPP Release 16 modem that includes the latest 5G standards.

## Hardware specs

- **Category** — Branch
- **Cloud management** — Yes
- **Wireless connectivity** — Dual Connectivity, 5G Low/Mid-Band & Cat 19 LTE
- **5G status** — 5G Embedded
- **Form factor** — Metal
- **Ethernet ports** — 2 x 2.5 GbE (LAN/WAN switchable)
- **Wi-Fi** — N/A
- **Throughput** — 2 Gbps (Passthrough)
- **VPN tunnel count** — N/A
- **Special features** — Outdoor form factor, low- and mid-band, 802.3at PoE
- **USB ports** — 0
- **Serial ports** — 0
- **Dual-modem support** — No
- **GNSS** — Passive
- **PoE** — 802.3at
- **Private cellular network** — Yes — CBRS, 4G LTE, 5G
- **Public Safety Networks** — FirstNet, T-Mobile Connecting Heroes, Verizon Frontline
- **Regions** — North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific
- **Network operator standards** — PTCRB (U.S.), GCF (global)
- **Subscription terms** — 1, 3, or 5 years
- **Operating temperature** — -30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F)

![W1855 product image](https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt2588e757607604a2/blt5fd8054d0d1e40d9/69f78a795c3a0c247e0418aa/52373_W1855_thumb_1b.png)

![W1855 product image](https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt2588e757607604a2/blt5ac175851b40d155/69f78a7afa5ea812ca8f922a/52374_W1855_thumb_2b.png)

[View available accessories](https://cradlepoint.ericsson.com/products/accessories/s/w1855-series-5g-wideband-adapter/)

## Software features

Software feature availability depends on the service plan selected. Learn more about the [Ericsson NetCloud Service](/products/netcloud/) packages.

[View NetCloud Branch Adapter Service features](/products/netcloud/feature-explorer/?nav=endpoint&sol=netcloud-branch-adapters&ep=w1855)

### Cellular intelligence

- Carrier data usage management and alerting
- Carrier selection intelligence
- Cellular health with live stats and diagnostics
- Location services with serving cell tower
- Advanced logic on failover and failback connections
- Coverage map

### Private Network Compatibility

- Ericsson Private 5G
- NetCloud Private Networks

### Cloud Management

- Bulk configuration and software updates
- Multi-layered dashboards and shareable reports
- Network visualization and monitoring
- User and license management
- Zero-touch deployment
- Application performance and quality of experience analytics
- Live stats for cellular, wired, and Wi-Fi

### Remote Troubleshooting

- In-Band Management for third-party LAN devices
- Real-time diagnostics and alerts
- Out-of-Band Management for third-party routers
- Integrated 5G speed test with results history

### Quick Start Guide

View a brief overview of this device, including what's inside the box and basic setup and installation instructions.

[Read guide](/resources/w1855/w1855-quick-start-guide/)

### Data Sheet

View the technical specifications for this device, including accessories and warranty information.

[Read specs](https://cradlepoint.ericsson.com/resources/w1855/w1855-series-5g-wideband-adapter/)