Network in a Box®
Rapidly Deployable All-in-One Communications
Integrated Communications for Air, Land, and Sea
Tecore’s Network in a Box® (NIB) is a multi-generational 2G/3G/4G/5G all-in-one, rapidly deployable hardware and software solution integrated with a core network, IMS, Remote Radio Head (RRH) and Baseband Unit (BBU). The NIB provides operational capability for all wireless networks in a small, compact, portable form factor for commercial, private, government, and military use cases. For fixed, mobile, or man-packable solutions, and the versatility in offering high power and low power combinations in several 3GPP bands, Tecore’s NIB products surpass its competition in today’s market.
5G iCore® Network in a Box®
Introducing a one-of-a-kind NIB that supports 5G SA, 5G NSA and LTE in a single box. The NIB hosts an integrated 5G Core and an optional 4G EPC, along with an eNodeB and gNodeB allowing stand-alone or non-stand-alone 5G operations.
Additional configurations can be supported to provide sectored coverage or 4×4 coverage in select bands.
Key Features and Benefits
Adaptable
Air, Ground, Maritime, Dismounted and Networking on the Move Capable
Operation
Stand-alone, Integrated or Mesh Network Structure
All-In-One
Self-Contained Core + Radio Access Network (RAN)
Integration
Agile Integration Into Existing Networks
Support
Reliable, High-Band Width Voice, Text and Packet Data Services
Product Comparison
iCore® NIB
Fully integrated high-power cellular communications solution
The original Network in a Box® – the iCore® NIB – is the original all-in-one wireless system.
IOPS NIB
Rapidly Deployable Communications for Public Safety
Designed with first responders in mind, the IOPS NIB features a dual processor dedicated for additional applications for public safety.
LYNX™ NIB
Fully integrated, man-portable, battery powered 4G LTE solution
Designed to meet strict MIL-SPEC standards, the LYNX is a compact, man-packable, battery powered 4G LTE system.
| iCore® NIB | IOPS NIB | LYNX™ NIB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Available Technologies | 2G/3G/4G/5G | 2G/3G/4G/5G | 4G LTE |
| Cellular Frequency Bands | Select 3GPP bands available | Select 3GPP bands available | All 3GPP Bands Supported |
| Simultaneous Active Users | Up to 1,000 | Up to 1,000 | Up to 64 |
| Optimal Coverage Radius | Up to 6.2 mi. / 10 km | Up to 6.2 mi. / 10 km | Up to 1.8 mi. /3 km |
| Maximum Throughput | 200 Mbps with 2x2 MIMO in 20Mhz bandwidth (DL 256QAM) 75 Mbps in 20Mhz bandwidth (UL 64QAM) | 200 Mbps with 2x2 MIMO in 20Mhz bandwidth (DL 256QAM) 75 Mbps in 20Mhz bandwidth (UL 64QAM) | 120 Mbps with 2x2 MIMO in 20Mhz bandwidth (DL 256QAM) 45 Mbps in 20Mhz bandwidth (UL 64QAM) |
| Power Consumption (Typical) | 250W | 300W | 150W |
| Antenna Ports | 2 x 4.3/10 | 2 x 4.3/10 | N-Type; up to 2x2 MIMO |
| Transmit Power | Up to 20W per port | Up to 20W per port | Up to 1W per port |