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5G Connectivity for Small Retail Stores

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Key Takeaways

Powered by 5G, Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5G Ethernet, and equipped with redundant designs such as link backup and dual SIM failover, the CR602 provides always-on connectivity for small retail businesses. It ensures uninterrupted POS transactions, real-time synchronization of inventory data, and secure and stable payment processes.

Background

Small retail outlets, frequently face unreliable or unavailable network connections. Many temporary retail locations lack stable wired broadband due to short-term leases or remote positioning. Network outages directly disrupt POS operations, inventory synchronization, and customer engagement tools, leading to lost sales and poor customer experience. These businesses need a portable, easy-to-deploy networking solution that ensures continuous, secure connectivity without long-term contracts or expensive fixed-line installations.

Customer Requirements

Reliable Uptime
for POS Systems
Ensure uninterrupted network access for POS systems even in locations with weak or no wired broadband, preventing payment processing failures and revenue loss.
Secure Payment
Transactions
Protect credit card and digital payment data with encrypted connections, preventing interception and tampering while ensuring compliance with retail data security standards.
Easy Deployment
Devices must be compact, quick to set up without complex cabling or infrastructure modification.
Cost-Effectiveness
Avoid long-term network contracts or high fixed-line installation fees.

Solution

POS terminals, inventory management devices, and customer-facing screens connect to the CR602 via Wi-Fi 7 or dual 2.5G Ethernet ports. The CR602 establishes an uplink through 5G cellular networks, eliminating dependency on the venue’s wired infrastructure. Dual Nano SIM cards with intelligent carrier switching ensure connectivity persists even when one carrier experiences issues.

The compact design (167 x 102 x 36.5mm) with desktop or wall-mount installation fits seamlessly into small retail spaces. The built-in 10000mAh battery enables cordless operation during power fluctuations or in locations without accessible power outlets. IPsec/L2TP VPN and firewall protect all payment transaction data in transit, while multi-SSID support isolates guest Wi-Fi from the business network.

With InCloud Manager, operators can remotely monitor and manage network status across multiple store locations, enabling zero-touch deployment for new store openings.

Benefits

Connection Reliability
The CR602 features dual SIM failover and automatic link recovery, ensuring uninterrupted cash register and payment processing to prevent sales downtime during network outages.
Deployment Flexibility
SIM plug-and-play enables zero complex wiring and no infrastructure changes, perfect for small stores with quick setup.
Transaction Security
Built-in firewall and VPN (IPsec/L2TP) encrypt all POS transaction data, preventing payment data interception and tampering, meeting retail security compliance requirements.
Cost Control
No long-term network contracts or fixed-line installation fees. Simply use SIM card data plans for on-demand connectivity, reducing network costs for short-term retail operations.
Battery Backup
Operation
The 10000mAh battery provides up to 15 hours of cordless operation, ensuring POS and inventory systems continue working during power outages or without accessible power outlets.
Cloud-Managed
Efficiency
IT staff can perform remote device management via the InCloud Manager cloud platform, expanding the scope of services.

Futured Products

CR602

5G CPE with Wi-Fi 7, dual 2.5G ports, 10000mAh battery, 15h runtime, up to 7.01 Gbps.

5G+Wi-Fi 7

7.01 Gbps 5G, 3000 Mbps Wi-Fi 7

Battery

10000mAh, 15h runtime, fast charging

Plug & Play

No IT skills needed

Cloud Mgmt

InCloud Manager centralized management

CR602

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