The Peplink MAX HD4 LTEA (FirstNet Certified) is a rugged, high-performance quad-cellular SD-WAN router designed for public safety, emergency response, transportation, fleet management, and mission-critical mobile operations. Featuring four independent LTE Advanced cellular modems — one LTE Advanced Pro Cat 12 modem with FirstNet Band 14 support and three LTE Advanced Cat 6 modems — it delivers reliable multi-carrier connectivity and flexible network redundancy.
Powered by Peplink SpeedFusion technology, the MAX HD4 LTEA combines bandwidth bonding, seamless failover, and WAN Smoothing to help organizations maintain dependable communications across multiple cellular and wired networks. Its rugged metal enclosure, integrated GPS, dual-band Wi-Fi, and flexible Ethernet connectivity make it an effective solution for demanding mobile and industrial deployments.
Key Features:
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Quad LTE Advanced Connectivity: Four independent embedded cellular modems — one Cat 12 and three Cat 6 — support simultaneous connections across compatible mobile networks, improving carrier flexibility and connection redundancy.
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FirstNet Certified with Band 14 Support: The Cat 12 modem supports LTE Band 14 and was certified for FirstNet, making this configuration suitable for eligible U.S. public-safety deployments.
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High-Speed LTE Performance: The Cat 12 modem supports theoretical download speeds of up to 600 Mbps, while each Cat 6 modem supports up to 300 Mbps, depending on carrier capabilities and network conditions.
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SpeedFusion Bandwidth Bonding: Combines multiple WAN connections through Peplink SpeedFusion technology to improve bandwidth utilization and network resilience.
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Seamless Hot Failover: Helps maintain active VPN sessions when a cellular or wired connection becomes unavailable, reducing interruptions to critical communications.
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WAN Smoothing: Uses redundant packet transmission across multiple connections to minimize packet loss and improve the reliability of real-time applications.
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Eight Built-in SIM Slots: Provides two SIM options per cellular modem for flexible carrier selection and backup connectivity.
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Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity: Includes two Gigabit Ethernet WAN ports and eight Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports for connecting business networks, cameras, access points, and other equipment.
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Expandable Ethernet WAN Configuration: Supports up to five Ethernet WAN ports with an optional WAN Port Activation License, allowing additional flexibility for multi-WAN deployments.
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Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5: Integrated 802.11ac Wi-Fi with 2×2 MIMO provides simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless connectivity for compatible devices.
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Up to 400 Mbps Router Throughput: Delivers routing performance suitable for mobile networking, transportation systems, and multi-carrier deployments.
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SpeedFusion VPN Performance: Supports up to 150 Mbps SpeedFusion VPN throughput without encryption and up to 120 Mbps with 256-bit AES encryption.
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USB WAN Connectivity: Includes one USB WAN interface for compatible external networking devices.
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Optional PoE+ Connectivity: Supports up to eight 802.3at PoE+ outputs with the appropriate activation kit and compatible power supplies.
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Integrated GPS Functionality: Enables fleet tracking and location monitoring for transportation, emergency response, and mobile operations.
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Rugged Industrial Design: Features a durable metal enclosure designed for demanding environments, with documented shock, vibration, railway, and electromagnetic compatibility certifications.
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Wide Operating Temperature Range: Supports operation from -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F).
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InControl 2 Cloud Management: Enables centralized network monitoring, remote configuration, and device administration through Peplink's cloud-based management platform.
Applications:
The Peplink MAX HD4 LTEA (FirstNet Certified) is designed for organizations requiring reliable multi-carrier connectivity and resilient communications.
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Public Safety and Emergency Services: Support emergency response vehicles, mobile command centers, and eligible FirstNet communications.
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Law Enforcement and Fire Departments: Maintain connectivity for vehicle-mounted computers, communication systems, and operational equipment.
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Transportation and Fleet Management: Connect fleet tracking systems, passenger services, and onboard networking equipment.
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Mobile Healthcare and Ambulances: Support connected medical equipment, patient data communications, and mobile healthcare networking.
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Industrial IoT and Remote Monitoring: Provide connectivity for monitoring systems, telemetry equipment, and remote industrial operations.
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Construction and Temporary Worksites: Establish internet access where fixed broadband infrastructure is unavailable.
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Mobile Surveillance and Security: Connect compatible security cameras and networking equipment through Ethernet and optional PoE+ outputs.
Reliable Multi-Carrier Connectivity for Mission-Critical Operations
The Peplink MAX HD4 LTEA combines four independent cellular modems, FirstNet Band 14 support, SpeedFusion technology, and rugged industrial construction in one powerful networking platform. Designed for public safety and enterprise mobility, it helps organizations improve network availability and maintain reliable communications across multiple cellular providers.
PoE+ operation requires compatible power supplies and the appropriate activation kit. Cellular performance depends on supported carriers, frequency bands, and network conditions. FirstNet service requires eligibility and an appropriate subscription.