Router LANCOM 1800EFW-5G (EU) 5G Wi-Fi 802.11ax

The LANCOM 1800EFW-5G (EU) is an SD-WAN gateway and router that combines fiber, Gigabit Ethernet, 5G cellular connectivity and Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) in a single device. Designed for medium-sized businesses and advanced home offices, it supports 5G, LTE, HSPA and UMTS networks and offers MiniSIM support, four RJ‑45 Ethernet LAN ports and concurrent dual‑band Wi‑Fi 6 for high-performance wired and wireless connectivity. The unit supports SFP/TP combo for direct fiber connections (SFP module sold separately) and includes integrated security functions, VPN capabilities and centralized management through the LANCOM Management Cloud.

Advantages

The LANCOM 1800EFW-5G provides flexible WAN connectivity with built‑in 5G modem for primary use or automatic backup of wired lines, and Gigabit Ethernet plus SFP/TP combo for fiber integration. Dual‑band concurrent Wi‑Fi 6 delivers fast wireless throughput in the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands at the same time. Integrated SD‑WAN features such as High Scalability VPN, Advanced Mesh VPN, dynamic path selection and active/active WAN load balancing enable automated, centralized and scalable site networking. Security functions include a stateful inspection firewall, VLAN/ARF segmentation and IPSec VPN channels for encrypted site-to-site and remote access connections. The enclosure supports wall, rack or table mounting and has an understated black finish.

Suitable for

• Branch offices requiring redundant WAN connections and automatic failover
• Medium-sized enterprises deploying SD‑WAN with centralized management
• Offices needing simultaneous high-speed wired and Wi‑Fi 6 wireless connectivity
• Locations that require hardware VPN channels for secure site-to-site connections
• Environments where fiber access or external modem integration is needed

Key specifications

• Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6), dual‑band concurrent (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz)
• Maximum wireless data rates: up to 1,200 Mbps (5 GHz) and up to 575 Mbps (2.4 GHz)
• Built‑in cellular modem: 5G with fallback to LTE, HSPA and UMTS; supports MiniSIM
• WAN interfaces: Gigabit Ethernet and SFP/TP combo port (SFP module optional)
• LAN interfaces: 4 × RJ‑45 Ethernet LAN ports (10/100/1000 Mbit/s)
• Antennas: 4 external antennas
• Security: stateful inspection firewall, ARF, VLAN, intrusion prevention and DoS protection
• VPN: integrated IPSec VPN channels with option to expand channel count via license
• Management: LANCOM Management Cloud (LMC) and SD‑WAN features including Auto‑VPN
• Physical: black housing, wall/rack/table mounting options; weight approx. 0.9 kg
• Power consumption: idle ~14 W, maximum ~37 W

How to use

Install the LANCOM 1800EFW-5G using a desktop, wall or rack mount according to the supplied instructions. Connect the primary Internet line to the Gigabit Ethernet WAN port or use the SFP/TP combo port with a compatible SFP module for fiber. Insert a MiniSIM card if cellular backup or primary 5G connectivity is required. Configure SD‑WAN, VPN and firewall settings centrally via the LANCOM Management Cloud or locally using the device management interface. Assign VLANs and ARF routes to segment networks and apply security policies for user groups and applications. Monitor link status and configure dynamic path selection and traffic steering to optimize application routing.

Recommendations

For reliable high availability, enable active/active WAN operation and set the 5G modem as an automatic backup or secondary path; use the LANCOM Management Cloud for centralized deployment and updates. Keep firmware up to date to maintain security and compatibility, and plan VPN channel licensing according to the number of remote sites and concurrent encrypted tunnels required.