Unlocked 4G LTE wifi modem/router that accepts a SIM card

Question

I would like to set up a home network with access to the internet via cell phone provider network. My provider said that I would need an unlocked device that accepts a SIM card to be used on a 4G LTE network. I would like to be able to connect 2 network devices via ethernet cables plus have a reliable wifi signal throughout the house. It seems that such a device should exist; but, I have been unable to find it locally. Any suggestions as to Netgear devices that meet these needs? Thanks.

michaelkenward · Answer

Start here:
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Mobile Broadband | Home | NETGEAR
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If you need more help, try the appropriate section: Mobile Routers, Hotspots &amp; Modems

JC5000 · Answer

Thanks for pointing me in the direction of the LTE modems. I looked at the Netgear LB2120 Modem. If I interpret this correctly, I can connect to it directly through the LAN port or I must purchase some other device to provide WiFi, which is what I need. I have a Netgear ADSL Model 7550 modem/router that I currently use. However, the goal is to eliminate the DSL service and use the wireless to connect to the internet. Is there a mechanism to connect the LB2120 to the Model 7550 and use the router and WiFi capabilities of the 7550 without the DSL service? The 7550 only has 4 LAN ports and a port for the DSL cable. If the 7550 is not compatible, what is the other device that must be purchased? Are there any 4G LTE modem/router/WiFi devices?

michaelkenward · Answer

JC5000&nbsp;wrote:
I have a Netgear ADSL Model 7550 modem/router that I currently use.
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Netgear may have made it, but the 7550 is specific to AT&amp;T.
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No NETGEAR support for the AT&amp;T 7550 DSL Modem Router | Answer | NETGEAR Support
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It is anybody's guess as to how it works or which Netgear model it is based on.
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The only suggestion I can think of is that you get the manual for one of Netgear's own DSL modems, perhaps one that looks similar, and see if that gives any clues.
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DSL Modems | DSL Routers | NETGEAR
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If there is a WAN (Internet) port on the back, then there is a chance that it will work in router mode. Some models have a LAN port that doubles as a WAN port. Only a manual will tell.
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JC5000&nbsp;wrote:
Are there any 4G LTE modem/router/WiFi devices?
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The page I posted earlier lists everything that Netgear makes. Perhaps one of them will work with a&nbsp;separate router.
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JC5000 · Answer

Thanks again for the information. I looked and it seems that Netgear is supposed to be coming out with the all-in-one device that I thought might be already available some time this month (Orbi 4G LTE Tri-band WiFi Router (LBR20)). So it looks like I will need two devices: the LB2120 4G LTE modem and a router such as the Netgear R6400. I assume that I can pair these together and connect all of my devices through the router.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

michaelkenward · Answer

JC5000&nbsp;wrote:
I assume that I can pair these together and connect all of my devices through the router.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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I am not familiar with that arrangement – I passed up on invitations to test those modems – so I will defer to&nbsp;others on that topic.
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The manual for the LB2120 does say that it has
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"One yellow RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet LAN port to connect a router, WiFi router, Ethernet switch or hub, or single computer."
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There's even a WAN port for your DSL modem, although what the LB2120 does in that arrangement isn't clear to me.&nbsp;
So seems safe to assume that it will work as you say. But as I said earlier this isn't the right place for informed&nbsp;feedback on portable modems.
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For tales of possible woe, try the appropriate section: Mobile Routers, Hotspots &amp; Modems

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