RAKwireless Unveils WisGate Soho Pro RAK7267: The Ultimate Compact LoRaWAN® Gateway Solution

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Shenzhen, China, July 3, 2024—RAKwireless, a leading provider of Private Network solutions, is proud to announce the launch of the WisGate Soho Pro RAK7267, an addition to the company’s LoRaWAN gateway lineup. Designed for both indoor and outdoor deployments, this new product brings all the best features of the RAK gateways into a compact, cost-effective enclosure.

A New LoRaWAN Outdoor Solution

The WisGate Soho Pro RAK7267 is a durable, cost-effective solution for small open area installations. It supports up to 200 end-point sensors, ensuring reliable connectivity in outdoor environments. The IP65-rated Unify Enclosure protects against dust and water, making it weather-resistant and suitable for a wide range of applications.

Key Features and Benefits

Built-in Antennas for Seamless Connectivity

The WisGate Soho Pro RAK7267 features built-in antennas for LoRa, LTE, Wi-Fi, and GPS, marking a first for RAKwireless. This design simplifies waterproofing, installation, and reduces costs.

Solar Battery Kit Compatibility

This gateway supports the RAK solar battery kits, requiring only a single power cable that can connect to either an external solar or DC power supply. This feature enhances ease of installation and flexibility, perfect for remote and off-grid applications.

Optimized for Cost-Effective Connectivity

With Cat-1 LTE connectivity, the WisGate Soho Pro optimizes gateway costs while maintaining performance. Although it lacks Ethernet and PoE, it is perfectly suited for Small Office/Home Office (SoHo) environments where simple, efficient installation is important.

Powered by SX1303 Chipset

The RAK7267 is powered by the SX1303 chipset, known for its green and energy-efficient low power consumption. This ensures users benefit from a sustainable and eco-friendly solution without compromising on performance.

Advanced Software with WisGateOS 2

Supporting WisGateOS 2, the RAK7267 uses the latest OpenWrt kernel, featuring crucial security updates, such as OpenSSL 1.1 support. The user-friendly web UI allows for the installation of multiple extensions and remote management via WisDM, providing personalized customization of the gateway.

Product Features

Hardware

  • IP65 Unify Enclosure
  • LoRa Concentrator for up to 8 channels
  • Backhaul: Wi-Fi and LTE
  • GPS
  • Supports DC 9~36 V or solar power supply with electricity monitoring (Solar Kit optional)s
  • Internal antennas for LoRa, LTE, Wi-Fi, and GPS

Software

  • Built-in Network Server (LoRaWAN support V 1.0.3)
  • OpenVPN
  • Software and UI based on OpenWrt
  • LoRaWAN Stack support with Semtech SX1303
  • LoRa Frame filtering (node whitelisting)
  • MQTT v3.1 bridging with TLS encryption
  • Buffering of LoRa frames in Packet Forwarder mode in case of NS outage (no data loss)
  • Listen Before Talk (optional)
  • Fine timestamping (optional)

In relation to the WisGate Soho Pro launch, RAKwireless hints at something exciting and entirely new for the industry. It will be revealed in the coming months. Stay tuned for more details on this innovative development.

The WisGate SoHo Pro RAK7267 is now available for purchase through the RAKwireless store at a target retail price of $239. You can get it at a special discounted price of $199 from July 3 to July 16, 2024 in celebration of RAKwireless' 10th anniversary.

For more information, visit the RAKwireless store.

About RAKwireless

RAKwireless is a leading provider of private network solutions. The global technology company helps businesses scale their IoT solutions, from small-scale projects to enterprise-level deployments.

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