Product Details

A collection of our NEXP1GO router with a 4G or 5G cellular modem INCLUDED.

Choose from the available options in the "Modem Option" part of this page, before adding to your cart.

The WiFiX NEXP1GO Gigabit Wireless Internet WiFi Router has been a great choice for custom builds and applications.  The WiFiX NEXP1GO is custom manufactured for The Wireless Haven with the optional version to accommodate dual powering options--using its 12 volt 2.5A wall adapter, or its 48V Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities. 

For outdoor or remote installations, the POE version may be powered using a 48 Volt 60W-100W Gigabit Power over Ethernet POE injector like our 48V 72W Gigabit PoE Injector into the WAN Ethernet port.  This is a powerful option for installing the NEXP1GO (or just its PCB) inside one of our external outdoor antennas (with enclosure), an outdoor router enclosure, or in a remote area where power is not readily accessible.  This brings custom installations to a whole new level.

NOTE: In order to simplify the installation of  Mini PCI-E modems (or adapters for M.2 modems), our WiFiX NEXP1GO routers are equipped with metal pillars (see picture below).  These pillars replace the normal four white plastic modem spacers--which can be problematic--and secures the modem tightly in place.

This metal pillars simplify installations of a Mini PCI-E modem as well as a Mini PCI-E to M.2 adapter when using M.2 modems.  No longer is it necessary to remove the router PCB from its case for installation of these components with the WiFiX NEXP1GO.

Our WiFiX version of GoldenOrb firmware comes preinstalled on our NEXP1GO to further simplify the build process.

NOTE: Cellular service providers may require activating a specific data plan to use on a cellular internet device.   The carriers are constantly updating and/or modifying existing cellular plans.   It is the customer’s sole responsibility to assure a compatible cellular plan is available prior to purchasing cellular related components.

The WiFiX NEXP1GO routers were special equipped to better accommodate our customer's needs.  The NEXP1GO now includes:

• WiFiX version of GoldenOrb preinstalled (Updated 09-10-2021)
• 4 x U.FL to SMA Bulkhead Antenna Connector Pigtails (pre-installed)
• 4 x 4G LTE Antennas (600MHz - 2700MHz)
• 2 x 2.4GHz Antennas
• 2 x 5GHz Antennas
• 12 Volt 2.5 Amp Power Adapter
• 48V PoE onboard (PCB) power module
• 2 x Screws to mount Mini PCI-E modem or M.2 adapter
• Wall mounts, screws and lags
• Cat5e Ethernet Cable

The NEXP1GO requires a Standard (Full) sized SIM Card.  A SIM Card Adapter is generally required when using a Nano or Micro sized SIM card (i.e., from a phone or hotspot device) .

NOTE: The NEXP1GO is a PoE version. It can be powered either via the included 110v to 12vdc wall power plug, or via 48V poe input at the WAN port.

MODEM SELECTIONS:

Check out our modem selection here: https://store.thewirelesshaven.com/products/5-in-1-sim-card-adapter-kit-with-emery-sanding-board

All M.2 form modems require a Mini PCI-E to M.2  Key B adapter (with or without optional SIM Card slot) to be used for internal modem installation in the NEXP1GO.

The M.2 modems have MHF4 antenna connector ports and require one 5" (or 8") and one 10" MHF4 to SMA Female Bulkhead pigtails (to replace the U.FL pigtails) to use with the NEXP1GO.

Note:  The Telit LM960A18, as well as Quectel EM20G and EM160, modems are 4 x 4 MIMO modem which has four MHF4 modem connector ports (as opposed to two ports on the other 2 x 2 MIMO modems listed), and requires two additional pigtails for installation. 

Antenna Upgrades:

The NEXP1GO stock cellular antennas may be upgraded to any of the following cellular antennas:

• 700-2700MHz 4dBi 4G 5G Hotspot Omni-Directional Antennas (SMA Connectors) PAIR

• 600-3800MHz Cellular Omni-Directional Paddle Antennas (SMA Connectors) PAIR

Outdoor External Cellular antenna(s) may also be suitable to obtain adequate (and usable) cellular signals in rural and/or remote locations.

NEXP1GO 4g LTE Tutorials:

Please see our help page for up to date tutorials and firmware updates: https://thewirelesshaven.com/help-page-nexp1go/

See this  LTE FIX IT tutorial for building the NEXP1GO Router.

See THIS TUTORIAL for installing and configuring the NEXP1GO inside our 4x4 MIMO Panel Directional Antenna 600-3800MHz Cellular 8dBi (± 45°) MIMO Antenna Enclosure. The process is similar for all of our outdoor enclosure antennas and enclosure units.

Check out our Video Tutorial on configuring the NEXP1GO for PoE power.

Hardware Overview:

The NEXP1GO is equipped with the MT7621, the latest MediaTek processor. The MT7621 Wi-Fi SoC Dual-core CPU boasts a powerful clock frequency up to 880 MHz MIPS® 1004KEc™.

The new SoC includes proven hardware support for Network Address Translation (NAT), Quality of Service (QoS), SAMBA, Virtual Private Network (VPN) and others routing and tunneling applications. It is ideal for high performance 802.11ac, LTE CAT3/4/6 modems, hotspots, VPN routers, NAS, AC (Access Point Controller) and smart routers. Moreover, the MT7621 applies low-power technology and fits into the NEXP1GO’s design with good power dissipation.

The router provides for five (5) Gigabit Auto MDI/MDIX Ethernet ports, a Mini PCI-E (mPCIe) slot for modems, a SIM card slot, a USB 3.0 port, a Micro SD card slot, and a SATA 3.0 slot.

Wireless (Wi-Fi) Overview:

The WiFi supports IEEE802.11 AC/N/G/B/A protocol with a maximum wireless rate of 1200 Mbps. It is equipped with four (4) removable 5dBi high gain Wi-Fi antennas for better coverage in large areas.

Note:  The WiFi capabilities on the NEXP1GO routers may be less than optimal for providing WiFi to a family with multiple devices.  While some find it sufficient, home installations for family/multiple users/devices, may discover the NEXP1GO is best used strictly as the modem/gateway (to provide the internet) and connected to a quality dual band (2.4/5GHz) WiFi router or Access Point to provide the WiFi component.  The NEXP1GO would be then be connected (via an Ethernet cable) from one of the LAN ports on the NEXP1GO to the WAN port on the WiFi router or Access Point.

Software Overview:

WiFiX version of GoldenOrb comes pre-installed on the NEXP1GO which may be upgraded to a compatible openWRT based firmware of your choice.