Advantech ICR-4171/4271 Industrial 5G Routers & IoT Gateways

Advantech ICR-4171 and ICR-4271 Industrial 5G Routers and Internet of Things (IoT) Gateways are advanced industrial‑grade devices engineered to deliver high‑performance connectivity for demanding industrial, transportation, and automation environments. Built on a powerful hardware platform featuring a 1.6GHz quad‑core CPU, 1GB RAM, and 2.9GB of internal space for customer applications, these routers provide the processing capability needed for edge computing, efficient data handling, and real‑time responsiveness. The support for 5G NR Sub‑6 GHz with 3GPP Release 16, operating in both NSA and SA modes, enables dramatically reduced latency and exceptionally high data throughput, key advantages for modern industrial applications that require immediate communication and precise control.

Designed for deployment flexibility, the ICR‑4171/4271 family includes a robust set of interfaces such as dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, a USB 3.0 host, a GNSS receiver, and dual SIM slots mounted on the side for operational continuity and network redundancy. Optional expansions include Wi‑Fi^® 6 (2×2 MIMO) and BLUETOOTH^® 5.2, as well as models equipped with RS‑232/RS‑485 serial ports, digital inputs, and digital outputs, making the routers adaptable across a wide variety of integration scenarios. Durable metal housings with DIN‑rail and wall‑mount options provide support for wide operating temperatures and further ensure reliability in harsh industrial environments.

Security is a critical design pillar of the Advantech ICR‑4171/4271 series. Each device incorporates TPM 2.0, a tamper‑detect button, and robust software‑based protections to secure customer data and safeguard system integrity. With support for secure VPN tunneling and extensive configuration options, these routers fit securely into isolated local networks and large‑scale distributed infrastructures. Remote management is streamlined through intuitive web interfaces and compatibility with Advantech’s cloud‑based WebAccess/DMP platform, enabling easy deployment, centralized configuration, firmware updates, and ongoing fleet‑level monitoring.

Overall, the Advantech ICR‑4171 and ICR‑4271 offer a highly capable, feature‑rich connectivity solution for industries seeking reliable 5G performance, hardened security, long‑term durability, and flexible integration with IoT and edge computing applications. These routers empower industrial operators with fast, low‑latency communications and the ability to process and act on data closer to the source, supporting improved efficiency, safety, and real‑time operational insight.

Features

5G NR cellular connectivity, sub-6GHz
3GPP Release 16 supports both NSA and SA modes
Quad-core CPU with 1GB RAM
2x SIM, TPM 2.0
2x Gigabit Ethernet
USB Host 3.0

2x serial RS232/RS485, 4x DI, and 2x DO (ICR-4271)
GNSS receiver, micro SD card
Robust metal cover with wall and DIN mount options
Wide operational temperature range
Optional tri-band WiFi 6 and Bluetooth V5.2

Applications

Industry 4.0/smart manufacturing
- Machine‑to‑machine (M2M) communication
- Real-time monitoring and control
- Predictive maintenance using on‑device AI/analytics via Docker containers
- Connecting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial automation equipment
Smart transportation systems
- Fleet management
- Public transport connectivity
- Smart traffic systems
- Mobile broadband access in vehicles
Critical infrastructure networks
- Utilities (water, gas, electric)
- Power grid monitoring
- Remote and distributed infrastructure sites
- Secure SCADA connectivity
Remote monitoring and control
- Remote asset monitoring
- Real-time equipment control
- Remote facility management
- Environmental monitoring stations

Secure VPN connectivity for remote sites
- Enterprise branch connectivity
- Industrial remote access
- Secure connection between distributed nodes
Internet of Things (IoT) edge gateway applications
- Protocol conversion
- Local data processing and analytics
- Aggregating IoT sensor data
- Running containerized apps (AI models, cybersecurity tools, custom logic)
Backup/redundant connectivity for enterprise networks
- Cellular failover for wired WAN
- Redundant industrial communications
- Reliable network access for remote facilities
Mobile and temporary deployments
- Construction site connectivity
- Temporary industrial setups
- Emergency communications

Specifications

System
- 64-bit quad-core Arm^® Cortex^®-A53 CPU, 1.6GHz
- Memory
  - 1GB RAM
  - 8GB eMMC (2.18GB for router apps, 474MB for customer data, 231MB for system data)
- HW watchdog
- Battery backup RTC
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
Interfaces
- 2x Ethernet, RJ45, 10/100/1000Mbps, 1.5kV isolation
- Serial lines (ICR-4200)
  - 2x RS232/RS485 independently selectable by DIP switch
  - RS232 (Tx, Rx, GND, RTS, CTS),
  - RS485 (A(-), B(+), GND),
  - 16-pin terminal block (no isolation)
- I/O (ICR-4200)
  - 4x digital input (48V/3mA consumption)
  - 2x digital output (open drain, 48V/500mA)
  - 16-pin terminal block (no isolation)
- 1x USB 3.0 host connector
- 1x micro SD card slot
- 1x reboot/factory reset button
- System, 3-level signal strength, data activity, SIM1/SIM2 status, 3G/4G/5G technology, WiFi, user, and ETH LED indicators
Cellular interface
- SIM slots
  - 2x SIM (Mini SIMs - 2FF)
  - 1x Chip SIM (MFF2) (project-based customization)
- 4x SMA connectors for antennas
- 5G NR frequency bands
  - 5G NSA bands - n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n13 / n14 / n18 / n20 / n25 / n26 / n28 / n29 / n30 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n48 / n66 / n70 / n71 / n75 / n76 / n77 / n78 / n79 with 3.4Gbps (DL) and 460Mbps (UL) transfer rates
  - 5G SA bands - n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n13 / n14 / n18 / n20 / n25 / n26 / n28 / n29 / n30 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n48 / n66 / n70 / n71 / n75 / n76 / n77 / n78 / n79 with 2.5Gbps (DL) and 900Mbps (UL) transfer rates
- LTE parameters with 1.6Gbps (DL) and 211Mbps (UL) transfer rates
  - LTE-FDD bands - B1 / B2 / B3 / B4 / B5 / B7 / B8 / B12 / B13 / B14 / B17 / B18 / B19 / B20 / B25 / B26 / B28 / B29 / B30 / B32 / B66 / B71
  - LTE-TDD bands - B34 / B38 / B39 / B40 / B41 / B42 / B43 / B48
  - LTE LAA - B46
- HSPA+/UMTS parameters
  - Supported frequency bands - B1 / B2 / B4 / B5 / B8 / B19
  - 42Mbps (DL) and 11Mbps (UL) transfer rates
GNSS
- L1 band active antenna
- GPS, GLONASS, BDS, and Galileo systems
- NMEA protocol
- AC time-to-first-fix
  - 28s cold start
  - 27s warm start
  - 1s hot start
WiFi - optional (ICR-4171W and ICR-4271W)
- 2x R-SMA connectors, 2x2 MIMO antennas
- IEEE802.11 ax/ac/a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz standard
- Data rates
  - Up to 450Mbps at 2.4GHz
  - Up to 950Mbps at 5GHz
  - Up to 950Mbps at 6GHz
- TKIP, AES, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and 802.1X security
- Access point (up to 15x clients), station, multirole STA and AP modes

Bluetooth - optional (ICR-4171W and ICR-4271W)
- Shared R-SMA WiFi antenna connector
- Bluetooth V5.2
Software (*functionality is available with the installed Router App)
- ICR-OS (Linux-based)
- Router App for SW customization
- Application development - Open Linux, *Python, BASH, C/C++, *Node-RED, *Docker
- Networking features and protocols - DHCP, NAT/PAT, SSH, VRRP, PPPoE, SNMP, SMTP, Dynamic DNS client, DNS proxy, VLAN, QoS, *DMVPN, NTP Client/Server, *Routing protocols RIP, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, NHRP, Backup Routes, Port Forwarding, Host Port Routing, Ethernet Bridging, Load Balancing, and IPv6 Dual Stack
- Industrial protocols and IoT - *Modbus RTU/TCP gateway, *IEC 60870-5-101 to 104 gateway, *DF1, *DNP3, *MQTT, *LWM2M
- Security
  - HTTPS, SSH, SFTP, DMZ, and Firewall (IP filtering, MAC address filtering, and inbound and outbound port filtering)
  - VPN Tunneling - WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPsec with IKEv1 and IKEv2, GRE, L2TP, and PPTP
  - Authentication - RADIUS, TACACS+, 2FA, and *SCEP
  - Encryption - DES, 3DES, AES, RSA up to 4096, Ed25519, MD5, and SHA
- Firmware management
  - Automatic firmware updates - server, locally via LAN or remotely via WAN
  - Over-the-air cellular module firmware updates
- Diagnostic/log
  - Status - signal strength, data usage, detailed long-term statistics
  - One CLICK report - current configuration, factory identification, routing table
  - Log - system log, reboot log, kernel log
  - Remote diagnostics via SSH
- Event engine
  - Startup script and up/down script (rules based on digital inputs, network parameters, data usage, timer, power, and device temperature)
  - Report types - SMS, email, and SNMP Trap
- Configuration - web server, SSH, 4x configuration switchable profiles, automatic configuration update from server, backup and restore configuration
- Advanced software tools - WebAccess/DMP provides remote monitoring, management and VPN platform
Environmental
- 9V_DC to 48V_DC power supply (2-pin terminal block)
- Consumption
  - Without WiFi - 3.5W idle, 4.2W average, 9.6W maximum
  - With WiFi - 4.6W idle, 6.3W average, 13.5W maximum
- Sleep mode
  - 10mW for ICR-4171(W)
  - 15mW for ICR-4271(W)
- -40°C to +75°C operating temperature range
- -40°C to +85°C storage temperature range
- 0% to 95% humidity range
- IP30-rated cover
Physical
- 43mm × 130mm × 90mm dimensions
- Robust metal case enclosure, grounding screw
- Wall or DIN rail mount

Kit Contents

Router of choice
BB-CON-WR2 2-pin PWR connector
CON-ICR28-16 16-pin serial/IO connector (ICR-4271[W] only)

Wall mount kit
BB-DIN-ICR32 DIN clip

Accessories

RPS-ICR4-WR2-M wall mount power supply, 12V/1.5A, EU, UK, US, AUS plugs
BB-KD-ETH Ethernet cross cable, 1.5m, shielded
ANT-LTE5G-025 antenna 5G/LTE, terminal (4pcs are recommended for full cellular performance)
OPT1-ANT-WFT-06 antenna Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz (2pcs are recommended for full 2×2 MIMO performance)