AceTel M981 4G Cat6 Hybrid VDSL2/LTE Router
Key Performance Highlights
- Hybrid triple-WAN: VDSL2/ADSL2+, LTE Cat 6, and Gigabit Ethernet WAN
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE modem with up to 300 Mbps Downlink
- VDSL2 Profile 35b (Supervectoring) supporting wireline speeds up to 300 Mbps
- Next-gen Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 (574 Mbps 2.4GHz + 2400 Mbps 5GHz)
- 4x Gigabit LAN ports + 1x Gigabit WAN port + USB 2.0 port
- Intelligent traffic bonding, automated failover, and TR-069 remote ACS control
Core Platform Specs
| Model | M981 |
|---|---|
| Category | 4G Router |
| Chipset Platform | Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE + VDSL2 Supervectoring 35b |
| WiFi Standard | Dual-Band WiFi 6 AX3000 (802.11ax) |
At a Glance
M981 Technical Overview
- Target Applications
- High-tier operator broadband bundles, copper-to-fiber transitional networks, enterprise branch continuity, executive home offices, and zero-downtime medical/financial facilities.
- Triple-WAN Architecture
- Combines an ITU-T G.993.2 VDSL2 / Supervectoring 35b copper modem, an embedded Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE Cat 6 cellular transceiver, and a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet WAN port.
- Peak Wireline & Cellular Speeds
- VDSL2 Profile 35b up to 300 Mbps; LTE Cat 6 Downlink up to 300 Mbps (2CC Carrier Aggregation); Gigabit WAN up to 1000 Mbps.
- Wi-Fi 6 System
- Dual-Band concurrent Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) 2x2 MIMO, delivering combined speeds up to 3000 Mbps (574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz + 2400 Mbps on 5 GHz 160 MHz).
- Local Networking Interfaces
- 4x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN ports, 1x Gigabit WAN port, 1x RJ11 DSL port, 1x Micro-SIM slot, and 1x USB 2.0 port.
- Antenna System
- 2x external 5 dBi dual-band Wi-Fi antennas and 2x external 5 dBi high-gain LTE antennas for optimal coverage and RF isolation.
- High Availability
- Policy-based routing, link aggregation/bonding, and sub-second automatic failover from wireline to cellular LTE.
- Carrier Management
- TR-069, TR-098, TR-181 ACS integration, SNMP v1/v2/v3, Web GUI, and automated FOTA remote upgrades.
Engineering Highlights
Key Features
Flagship Hybrid Triple-WAN Gateway with Wi-Fi 6 AX3000
The AceTel M981 is a premier hybrid wireless gateway engineered for network operators delivering high-reliability broadband to premium residential and commercial enterprise clients. By integrating VDSL2 Supervectoring 35b, Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE Cat 6, and Gigabit Ethernet WAN into a single powerhouse unit, the M981 guarantees uninterrupted internet connectivity.
Equipped with cutting-edge Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) delivering up to 3.0 Gbps wireless throughput across 160 MHz channel widths, the M981 easily powers heavy 8K streaming, VR gaming, video surveillance feeds, and high-concurrency smart office environments.
Multi-WAN Link Resilience & Seamless Failover
The M981’s intelligent multi-WAN engine continuously tests link health across the copper DSL, Gigabit Ethernet, and 4G LTE connections. If physical copper line degradation or maintenance cuts off the primary link, the gateway seamlessly fails over all active sessions to LTE Cat 6 within milliseconds, preventing dropped VPN sessions, VoIP calls, and business transactions.
Datasheet
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Code | AceTel M981 |
| Device Form Factor | Desktop Hybrid Triple-WAN Gateway |
| Cellular Modem | Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE Cat 6 Platform |
| LTE Capability | 3GPP Rel 11, LTE Cat 6 (2CC CA, DL 300 Mbps / UL 50 Mbps) |
| DSL Standards | VDSL2 (ITU-T G.993.2 Profiles 8a, 8b, 12a, 12b, 17a, 30a, 35b Supervectoring), ADSL2/2+ |
| Frequency Bands | LTE FDD: B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28; LTE TDD: B38/B40/B41; WCDMA: B1/B3/B5/B8 |
| Wi-Fi Protocol | Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Throughput | 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 2400 Mbps (5 GHz 160 MHz) = AX3000 |
| Antenna Architecture | 2x External 5 dBi Dual-Band Wi-Fi + 2x External 5 dBi 4G LTE Antennas |
| Ethernet Interfaces | 4x Gigabit LAN ports (10/100/1000 Mbps) + 1x Gigabit WAN port |
| Hardware Ports | 1x RJ11 DSL, 1x SIM slot, 1x USB 2.0, Power button, WPS, Reset |
| USB Sharing | Samba / FTP Server, DLNA Media Server, Local File Sharing |
| Security & Firewall | WPA2/WPA3, Dual Active SPI Firewall, DoS Protection, MAC/IP Filtering |
| Management | TR-069, TR-098, TR-181, SNMP, Web GUI, FOTA Remote Upgrade |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS compliant |
Deployment Scenarios
Applications & Use Cases
Premium Multi-Gigabit Residential FWA/DSL
Blending wireline VDSL2 and cellular LTE for maximum speed and zero-downtime reliability.
Enterprise Branch Continuity
Mission-critical dual-WAN failover for financial institutions, retail store networks, and corporate branches.
Transitional ISP Network Migration
Serving subscribers via DSL or LTE today with full readiness for future Gigabit fiber ONT handoffs.
Commercial Smart Offices
High-density Wi-Fi 6 connectivity supporting dozens of laptops, smart displays, and VoIP systems.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about technical specifications, carrier compliance, customization, and ordering for M981.
What is VDSL2 Profile 35b Supervectoring supported by the M981?
VDSL2 Profile 35b (Supervectoring) expands the copper frequency band up to 35 MHz, delivering download speeds up to 300 Mbps over standard telephone copper wires, allowing operators to deliver fiber-like bandwidth without trenching new fiber cables.
How does triple-WAN redundancy work on the M981?
The M981 supports three simultaneous WAN interfaces: copper VDSL2/ADSL2+, Gigabit Ethernet WAN (for fiber ONTs), and integrated 4G LTE Cat 6. The router can dynamically bond traffic or execute instant automatic failover if the primary wireline drops.
What are the benefits of the integrated Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 system?
The Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) subsystem provides 1024-QAM modulation, OFDMA, and MU-MIMO across 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, delivering up to 3 Gbps combined wireless throughput and efficiently handling 64+ smart devices simultaneously.
Can telecom operators provision and manage the M981 remotely?
Yes, the M981 fully complies with TR-069, TR-181, and TR-098 standards, allowing operators to automate zero-touch provisioning, monitor copper and cellular link metrics, and execute firmware upgrades over the air.
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