Data sheet

Ericsson Cradlepoint L950

2025-05-05

Designed for remote sites that require secure, reliable failover connectivity in the event of a primary link disruption, the L950 cellular broadband adapter is a simple addition at the branch which significantly improves uptime and business continuity. These sophisticated devices can be configured at scale with Ericsson NetCloud to offer a full range of zero-touch deployment, troubleshooting, and management features and integrate into existing configurations with standards-based routing, traffic shaping, and VPN support.

High Performance LTE for Failover Link Diversity

LTE wireless WANs provide a powerful, flexible, and cost-effective failover option to minimize disruption in the event of an outage. Working in conjunction with an existing router or SD-WAN, the Ericsson Cradlepoint L950 LTE adapter establishes a cellular connection based on established failover policies. The L950, despite its compact design, houses a Cat 7 modem, two Ethernet interfaces with a power over ethernet (PoE), a dual SIM capability to connect up to two carriers, and antenna. With this performance, many remote location operations and applications continue functioning while in failover.

Day-1 Connectivity for Rapid Deployment

Establish secure network connections to get operations running while waiting for a wired connection. L950 LTE adapters uniquely connect via LTE independently of the primary link, so they do not require prior connection via wired networks. Ericsson's wireless broadband solutions can be set up in hours with zero-touch deployment without IT staff on location, so local personnel can set up the network. Once the wired link is established, the L950 LTE adapter falls into backup mode.

Product Page Ericsson NetCloud Service Quick Start Guide

The Ericsson NetCloud Service provides everything needed to unlock the power of LTE at the network edge and connect devices to critical applications and services. It enables customers to build and manage wireless WANs with complete lifecycle management, true zero-touch deployment, robust security, and foundational SD-WAN traffic management for optimal application performance and reliability. The service includes a warranty for as long as an active subscription on the router, online training, live and online support, and all software and firmware updates.

Out-of-Band Management

To mitigate the effects of an unreachable router, the L950 offers efficient, advanced Out-of-Band Management. Network administrators can connect to the router and other in-line devices over the air, even if IP and Ethernet are unavailable on the router, improving uptime, and reducing truck rolls.

Quantifiable Data and Insights on Failover Events

In the NetCloud Health dashboard, view data for avoided disruptions from failover events, and see quantified ROI in the NetCloud Insights failover report. Additionally, analyze the primary-links service level agreement (SLA) performance for potential to recoup costs, as well as understand the secondary network’s performance, including Interface Uptime, Cellular Health, and Quality of Experience.

Ericsson NetCloud Verify™ Mobile Application

As an extension to Ericsson NetCloud, Ericsson NetCloud Verify helps installers quickly and accurately install the L950 for optimal LTE signal reception. Upon a verified installation, users receive a detailed report that includes installation pictures, speed test results, and modem health metrics.

The following features are delivered through the hardware.

INTERFACES
Modem:	Embedded Cat 7 modem 2 x SMA cellular antenna connectors
Ethernet:	2 x GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable) LAN1 port pre-configured in IP NAT LAN mode LAN2 port pre-configured in IP Passthrough LAN mode
Wi-Fi:	N/A
GNSS/GPS:	Passive GNSS (multiplex with DIV antenna port)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature:	0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) operating -40 °C to 85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F) storage
Humidity:	10% to 90% operating 5% to 95% storage
POWER
Required:	PoE PoE power injector optional 802.3af PSE Type 1 (15W)
Consumption:	802.3af Class 3 PD (15 W)
PHYSICAL
Size:	145 x 145 x 30 mm (5.7 x 5.7 x 1.2 in)
Weight:	0.39 kg (13.9 oz)
RELIABILITY
Calculated MTBF:	613,536 hours (Telcordia SR332 at 25 °C)
CERTIFICATIONS
Safety:	UL/cUL CB Scheme EN 60950-1 EN 62368-1
Substance Compliance:	WEEE RoHS REACH California Prop 65
CLOUD SERVICES
Service Plans:	Ericsson NetCloud Service for Adapter
Service Add-Ons:	NetCloud Exchange, Ericsson NetCloud Advanced
Support:	Ericsson NetCloud packages include support for the full subscription term.
Warranty:	All Ericsson Cradlepoint hardware products are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as they have a subscription license to an active Ericsson NetCloud Service plan.
Device Management:	NetCloud Manager for the full subscription term.
Software Updates:	NetCloud Manager for the full subscription term.
PERFORMANCE
IP Passthrough Mode:	940 Mbps
Standard NAT Mode:	940 Mbps
Captive Modem Mode:	940 Mbps
LEDs
	Refer to the L950 Series LTE Adapter Quick Start Guide.

SPECIFICATION	L950-C7A	L950-C7B
Technology:	Cat 7 LTE Dual SIM slots, 4FF form factor SIM-based auto-carrier selection 3GPP Release 11	Cat 7 LTE Dual SIM slots, 4FF form factor SIM-based auto-carrier selection 3GPP Release 11
3G:	WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+	WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+
Carrier Aggregation:	Downlink Cat 7 with 2 CA with 64 QAM = 300 Mbps Uplink Cat 13 with 2 CA 64 QAM = 150 Mbps See Understanding Carrier Aggregation.	Downlink Cat 7 with 2 CA with 64 QAM = 300 Mbps Uplink Cat 13 with 2 CA 64 QAM = 150 Mbps See Understanding Carrier Aggregation.
Peak Downlink Rates:	LTE: 300 Mbps WCDMA: 42.2 Mbps	LTE: 300 Mbps WCDMA: 42.2 Mbps
Peak Uplink Rates:	LTE 150 Mbps WCDMA: 5.76 Mbps	LTE 150 Mbps WCDMA: 5.76 Mbps
MIMO:	2x2 MIMO	2x2 MIMO
QAM:	Up to 64	Up to 64
4G/LTE Bands:	LTE FDD B2 (1900), B4 (1700), B5 (850), B7 (2600), B12 (700), B13 (700), B14 (700), B25 (1900), B26 (850), B66 (1700), B71 (600) LTE TDD B41 (2500), B42 (3500), B43 (3700), B48 (3500)	LTE FDD B1 (2100), B3 (1800), B7 (2600), B8 (900), B20 (800), B28 (700), B32 (1500) LTE TDD B38 (2600), B40 (2300), B41 (2500), B42 (3500), B43 (3700)
3G Bands:	2, 4, 5	1, 5, 8
Power:	LTE 22.5 dBm ± 1, DC-HSPA+ 23 dBm ± 1	LTE 22.5 dBm ± 1, DC-HSPA+ 23 dBm ± 1
Antennas:	SMA female connectors, external 600 MHz - 6 GHz cellular paddle antennas (Qty 2, included) (LTE) External Multi-Band 2x2 MIMO Antenna System	SMA female connectors, external 600 MHz - 6 GHz cellular paddle antennas (Qty 2, included) (LTE) External Multi-Band 2x2 MIMO Antenna System
GNSS/GPS:	Passive GNSS (multiplex with DIV antenna port)	Passive GNSS (multiplex with DIV antenna port)
SMS:	Yes	Yes
Regulatory:	FCC (U.S.) IC (Canada)	CE (EU)
Network Operator Standards:	PTCRB (U.S., Canada)	GCF (Worldwide)
Network Operator Certifications^†:	AT&T T-Mobile Verizon	See note^†
Public Safety Network Certifications:	FirstNet Trusted™ T-Mobile Connecting Heros Verizon Frontline	N/A
Private LTE:	Yes, includes FCC Part 96 (CBRS Band 48)	N/A

† Cellular carriers and operators throughout the world may only require telecom industry certifications, like PTCRB or GCF, to operate on their network. Some carriers require additional testing and approval, beyond telecom certifications. A carrier listed in the approvals section means Cradlepoint completed additional testing and acquired technical approval for that given carrier. Any carrier not listed may not require additional testing or approval beyond telecom industry certifications to operate on their network.

SIM Card Info

Ericsson NetCloud L950 Adapter Essentials and Advanced packages and plans are full featured for performance and connectivity. Essentials + Advanced packages include 24x7 support (phone support: 24-hour weekdays with emergency response on weekends, web: 24x7, chat: 24x5) and a limited lifetime warranty.

See additional details of what is included in the Essentials + Advanced Ericsson NetCloud software: cradlepoint.com/netcloud-service

Ericsson NetCloud Packages for the L950

REGION	MODEM	ADAPTER PACKAGE PLAN	PART NUMBER
North America: U.S. & Canada	Cat 7 (300 Mbps)	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7A-N0 BBAx-0950C7A-N0
North America: U.S. & Canada	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM, PoE Injector & Line Cord	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7A-NC BBAx-0950C7A-NC
United States Federal Government:	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM	TAA Compliant NC — Essentials TAA Compliant NC — Essentials + Advanced	TAA-BB0y-0950C7A-N0 TAA-BBAy-0950C7A-N0
	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM, PoE Injector & Line Cord	TAA Compliant NC — Essentials TAA Compliant NC — Essentials + Advanced	TAA-BB0y-0950C7A-NC TAA-BBAy-0950C7A-NC
Rest of World: Global	Cat 7 (300 Mbps)	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7B-G0 BBAx-0950C7B-G0
Indonesia, Israel & Taiwan:	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7B-I0 BBAx-0950C7B-I0
European Union:	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM, PoE Injector & Line Cord	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7B-GF BBAx-0950C7B-GF
United Kingdom:	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM, PoE Injector & Line Cord	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7B-GS BBAx-0950C7B-GS
Australia:	Cat 7 (300 Mbps) with 4FF SIM, PoE Injector & Line Cord	Essentials Essentials + Advanced	BB0x-0950C7B-GR BBAx-0950C7B-GR
All Regions:		Renewal Essentials Renewal Advanced Renewal Essentials + Advanced	BBx-NCESS-R BBx-NCSDV-R BBAx-NCEA-R

x = 1, 3, or 5 years
y = 3 or 5 years

INCLUDED	PART NUMBER
L950 Branch Adapter
Cellular Antenna, white mini, 600 MHz - 4.2 GHz, SMA, 145 mm (Qty 2)	170765-000
OPTIONAL
One of the following: PoE Injector, 56 V with 1.8 meters C5 line cord (North America Type B) PoE Injector, 56 V with 1.8 meters C13 line cord (Europe Type F) PoE Injector, 56 V with 1.8 meters C13 line cord (United Kingdom Type G) PoE Injector, 56 V with 1.8 meters C13 line cord (Australia Type I)	170732-001 170732-002 170732-003 170732-004
Drop Ceiling Mounting Bracket	170876-001
UNITED STATES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT	PART NUMBER
Cellular Antenna, White mini, 600 MHz - 4.2 GHz, SMA, 145 mm	TAA-170765-000
PoE Injector, 56 V with 1.8 meters C5 line cord (North America Type B)	TAA-170732-001
Drop Ceiling Mounting Bracket	TAA-170876-001

The Ericsson Cradlepoint L950 LTE adapters are only sold as components of Ericsson NetCloud Branch LTE Performance Adapter Essentials + Advanced packages.

Ericsson NetCloud packages include support for the full subscription term.
All Ericsson Cradlepoint hardware products are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as they have a subscription license to an active Ericsson NetCloud Service plan.