ER605W Omada AC1350 5-Port 1G VPN Router
Overview
The ER605W Omada AC1350 5-Port Gigabit VPN Router is a dual-band wireless router with built-in Wi-Fi AC1350 and advanced VPN functionality, designed for small businesses, remote offices, and SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) environments. With five Gigabit ports (1 WAN, 3 WAN/LAN, 1 LAN), dual-band Wi-Fi (867 Mbps on 5 GHz + 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz), and Omada SDN support, it provides secure, high-speed wired and wireless networking with multi-WAN failover and VPN capabilities.
This router is ideal for businesses that need reliable internet access, VPN connectivity, and cloud-based network management in a single device.
1. How to Use & Install the ER605W VPN Router
Installation Steps:
- Hardware Setup:
- Connect the WAN port to your modem.
- Use the LAN ports to connect computers, switches, or other network devices.
- Powering the Device:
- Plug in the power adapter and turn on the router.
- Wi-Fi Configuration:
- Access the web UI (default IP: 192.168.0.1) or use Omada SDN for setup.
- Configure Wi-Fi SSID, password, and security settings.
- VPN Setup (Optional):
- Set up IPSec, OpenVPN, or PPTP/L2TP VPN for secure remote access.
- Network Management & Optimization:
- Utilize Omada SDN for cloud-based or local network control.
- Enable load balancing and failover to optimize internet performance.
2. Types of Services, Licenses, and Plans Available
The ER605W VPN Router supports three main deployment and management options:
- Standalone Mode – Managed via local web interface for basic configuration.
- Omada SDN (Software-Defined Networking) Integration – Provides cloud-based or on-premises centralized management.
- Multi-WAN Load Balancing & Failover – Optimizes internet traffic and ensures redundancy.
3. Main Differences Between Service Plans
| Feature | Standalone Mode | Omada SDN Management | Multi-WAN Load Balancing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Routing | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| VPN Support | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ |
| Centralized Management | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ |
| Cloud-Based Control | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ |
| Load Balancing & Failover | ❌ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
4. 10 Key Features of the ER605W VPN Router
- Dual-Band AC1350 Wi-Fi – Supports 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz for fast and stable wireless connections.
- 5-Port Gigabit Connectivity – Includes 1 WAN, 3 WAN/LAN, and 1 LAN port for flexible network setup.
- Multi-WAN Support – Allows up to 4 WAN connections for load balancing and failover.
- VPN Support – Provides IPSec, OpenVPN, PPTP, and L2TP VPNs for secure remote access.
- Omada SDN Integration – Enables centralized cloud-based or on-premises management.
- USB 2.0 Port for 4G/3G Backup – Supports USB modem connections for internet redundancy.
- Advanced Security Features – Includes firewall protection, DoS defense, MAC filtering, and URL filtering.
- Captive Portal for Guest Wi-Fi – Provides secure and customizable guest access.
- Quality of Service (QoS) Support – Prioritizes network traffic for critical applications.
- Easy Setup & Deployment – Compatible with Omada Cloud Controller, Software Controller, and standalone management.
5. Competitor Products
- Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X + UniFi AC Lite – A combination of a wired VPN router and a separate Wi-Fi access point.
- Cisco RV260W Wireless VPN Router – A small business VPN router with integrated Wi-Fi and security features.
The ER605W Omada AC1350 5-Port Gigabit VPN Router is an all-in-one networking solution for businesses needing secure, high-speed Wi-Fi, VPN capabilities, and centralized Omada SDN management.