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Multi-WAN router with groundbreaking price-performance

Balance 20X delivers excellent routing throughput with an embedded cellular modem, making it an easy to use, all-in-one router.

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Easy network management with SpeedFusion Connect App

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Ready for any deployment

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Looking for more WANs?

The Balance 20X includes one virtual WAN license with a valid PrimeCare subscription, provided at no additional cost. Use the Virtual WAN Activation License* for up to 3 additional virtual WAN inputs, giving your Balance 20X more flexibility (Learn more).

*Available in Firmware 8.3.0.

Wave2 Wi-Fi

60 Users

1Gbps Throughput

FlexModule Mini

FlexModule Mini

The Balance 20X has a FlexModule Mini slot that accepts all kinds of WAN technology, making it always ready for upgrades.

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Add Cellular Backup

Back up your xDSL with a cellular link (up to two with the FlexModule Mini and redundant SIM cards. When a line goes down, your office won’t even notice.

Keeping You Safe

In today’s world, communication is vital where there is critical data equipment. We want to ensure a safe and reliable environment for use at home (or enterprise) so we have taken the time to compile this comprehensive document focusing on the mitigation of threats.  

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Wi-Fi Mesh Support

Along with an AP Controller, this feature allows for a mesh extension to your network, which can expand network coverage and minimize dead zones. 

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FirstNet Ready

FirstNet (Band 14) provides first responders with a specialized LTE network with more priority and network capacity. The Balance 20X supports Band 14, providing additional coverage as the situation demands.

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Get it all with PrimeCare

Everything’s Included: PrimeCare includes everything you need to provide your office with unbreakable, scalable connectivity. Pay Less Upfront: PrimeCare lowers the entry cost of getting the device you want. Annual subscription gets you a wide range of services.

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  • Product Overview & Comparison Table

  • LTE-A Module (EXM-MINI-1LTEA)

      
    Interface1x Embedded LTE-A Cellular Modems
    with Redundant SIM Slots
    Antenna Connectors2x SMA Cellular Antenna Connectors
    Downlink/Uplink Datarate300Mbps/50Mbps (CAT-6)
    600Mbps/150Mbps (CAT-12)
    Power Consumption10W
    Weight0.83 pounds | 375 grams

     

    LTE-A Module (EXM-MINI-1GLTE-G)

      
    Interface1x Embedded LTE-A Cellular Modems
    with Redundant SIM Slots
    Antenna Connectors4x SMA Cellular Antenna Connectors
    Downlink/Uplink Datarate1.2 Gbps/150 Mbps (CAT-18)
    Power Consumption10W
    Weight0.83 pounds | 375 grams

     

    5G Module 

      
    Interface1x Embedded 5G Cellular Modems with
    Redundant SIM Slots
    Antenna Connectors4x SMA Cellular Antenna Connectors
    Downlink/Uplink Datarate ^5G: 4 Gbps / 700 Mbps
    LTE CAT-20: 2 Gbps / 150 Mbps
    Power Consumption10W
    Weight0.83 pounds | 375 grams

    ^ The cellular performance can be physically limited by the hardware and network it is hosted on.

     

    VDSL Module (EXM-MINI-1VDSL)

      
    Interface1x RJ11 Connector, 1x Status LED
    Power Consumption9W
    Weight0.44 pounds | 200 grams

    * Compatible with Balance 20X HW2 or above

     

    LoRaWAN Module (EXM-MINI-LORA)

      
    Interface1x Embedded LoRa
    Antenna Connectors1x RP-SMA female antenna connector
    Channel Capacity8-channels (half-duplex)
    LoRa demodulator 125 /250 / 500 kHz
    LoRa Maximum Output PowerUp to +27 dBm
    Typical sensitivity level141 dBm at SF12 BW 125 kHz
    127 dBm at SF7 BW 125 kHz
    111 dBm at FSK 50 kbps
    Weight0.40 pounds / 180 grams
  •   
    WANSupport for PPPoE, Static IP, DHCP
    WAN Link Health Check
    PING
    IPv6 Support
    DNS Lookup
    HTTP
    Bandwidth Allowance Monitor
    USB 4G/3G Modem Support
    Intelligent Failover
    Support for Dynamic DNS services
    changeip.com
    dyndns.org
    no-ip.org
    tzo.com
    DNS-O-Matic
    LANDHCP Server for LAN Clients
    Extended DHCP Option
    DHCP Reservation
    DNS Proxy for LAN Clients
    VLAN on LAN Support
    Per-Port VLAN Support
    Load BalancingIntelligent Failover
    Session Persistence
    Per-Service Load Distribution
    Multiple Algorithms
    Weighted
    Enforced
    Persistence
    Priority
    Overflow
    Least Used
    Lowest Latency
    Fastest Response Time
    Complete VPN SolutionSpeedFusion VPN
    Site-to-Site VPN
    Bandwidth Bonding
    Hot Failover
    256-bit AES Encryption
    Pre-shared Key Authentication
    Dynamic Routing
    PPTP/L2TP/OpenVPN Server
    Local User
    X.509 Certificate *
    IPsec VPN (Network-to-Network) @
    Support
    GRE Tunnel (Network-to-Network)
    Advanced QoS User Groups
    Bandwidth Reservation
    Individual Bandwidth Limit
    Application Prioritization
    By User Groups
    SIP, HTTPS, VPN QoS
    Custom Application QoS
    NetworkingNAT and IP Forwarding
    Static Routes
    Port Forwarding
    Many to One, One to One NAT
    NAT Pool
    SIP ALG, H.323 ALG
    UPnP, NAT-PMP
    WINS Server
    VRRP HA Support ^
    BGP, OSPFv2 and RIPv2 Support
    AP ControllerAuto AP Discovery
    Auto AP Firmware Management
    AP Profile Configuration
    Wi-Fi Usage Statistics
    SecurityDoS Prevention
    Stateful Firewall
    Web Blocking
    Web Filtering Blacklist
    Captive PortalSupport for Wired and Wireless LAN Clients
    Support RADIUS Authentication
    Time and Usage Quotas on Open Access Mode
    Built-in Customizable Splash Page
    Device ManagementWeb Administrative Interface
    Command Line Interface
    InControl Cloud Management
    Email Notification
    Active Client & Session Lists
    Bandwidth Usage Statistics
    Syslog Service
    SNMP v1, v2c and v3
    Power RequirementsDC Jack: 10V – 30V
    Package ContentBalance 20X
    LTE Antenna x 2 (ACW-813)
    GPS Antenna x 1 (ACW-232)
    Wi-Fi Antenna x 2 (ACW-341)
    12V 3A PSU x 1 (ACW-602)

    * Feature is available as an upgrade (MAX-BR1-ADV).
    @   IPsec VPN supports connection with Cisco, Juniper, Peplink, or Pepwave devices.
    ^ Requires a PrimeCare subscription, complimentary for the first year.

  • Product CodeDescription
    BPL-021X-LTEA-US-T-PRMBalance 20X, 1x GE WAN ports, 4x GE LAN ports and 1x LTE modem (CAT-7)
    BPL-021X-LTEA-B-T-PRMBalance 20X, 1x GE WAN ports, 4x GE LAN ports and 1x LTE modem (CAT-6)
    BPL-021X-LTE-E-T-PRMBalance 20X, 1x GE WAN ports, 4x GE LAN ports and 1x LTE modem (CAT-4)
    BPL-021X-LTE-US-T-PRMBalance 20X, 1x GE WAN ports, 4x GE LAN ports and 1x LTE modem (CAT-4)
    BPL-021X-LTE-MX-T-PRMBalance 20X, 1x GE WAN ports, 4x GE LAN ports and 1x LTE modem (CAT-4)
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-WExpansion Module with 1x LTE-A modems (CAT-6)
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-PExpansion Module with 1x LTE-A modems (CAT-6)
    EXM-MINI-LTEA-USExpansion Module with 1x LTE-A modems (CAT-7)
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-RExpansion Module with 1x LTE-A Pro modems (CAT-12)
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-KExpansion Module with 1x LTE-A Pro modems (CAT-12)
    EXM-MINI-1GLTE-GExpansion Module with 1x LTE-A Pro modems (CAT-18)
    EXM-MINI-15GHExpansion Module with 1x 5G modem
    EXM-MINI-LORAExpansion Module with LoRaWAN
    EXM-MINI-LORA-EUExpansion Module with LoRaWAN

  • “This is a perfect fit for locations with spotty internet reliability where 4G is an option. Even without installing an external antenna, I can get over 2Mbps via 4G in my computer closet. As my primary internet connection is Wi-Fi, the 4G backup has saved me more than once already. Highly recommended.”

    – Amazon.com Customer

     

    “Our small business engages in “failure is not an option” financial activities where a down/unreliable internet connection can spell thousands of dollars of losses in just a few minutes. Of course, we have uninterruptible power to all of our critical networking and computing, but we were also looking for a solution that provides a Hot Failover internet connection and this little router does that beautifully. Powers your SME with an add-on of unbreakable connectivity.“

    – Amazon.com Customer

     

    “The conventional Wi-Fi on this router is strong. After implementing this router, we were able to stop using Wi-Fi extenders to boost the signal of a consumer-grade Wi-Fi router in our multi-story town home.”

    – Amazon.com Customer

     

    “This product is a great choice for any home user, SOHO or small business.”

    – Amazon.com Customer

     

    “If you’re a FirstNet user, you can put your activated hotspot sim card into this modem/router and turn it on and it will work right out of the box with no input or settings needed from you. Turn key solution.”

    – Amazon.com Customer

     

    “I use the router and the extension module to combine two mobile broadband contracts to bundle it into one internet access. It nearly doubles my internet speed compared to one single mobile access. There are not many routers around who really have this feature. At least not in the consumer range.”

    – Amazon.com Customer

     

    “No doubt, the Balance 20X router seems to be the ticket for the SOHO market right now. It’s also nice that it has a built-in cellular modem, can accommodate a second in the flex module slot… and even a third via USB. Not sure there’s much reason not to have one.”

    – Reddit.com User Feedback

     

    “Flex Module Mini has expanded for multiple WAN types – Peplink now offers versions as CAT18 LTE module, 5G module, and a DSL module!”

    – Reddit.com User Feedback

  • Product CodeDescription
    LIC-VWANActivate 1x Virtual WAN on Balance 20X *
    LIC-2VWANActivate 2x Virtual WAN on Balance 20X *
    LIC-3VWANActivate 3x Virtual WAN on Balance 20X *
    PRM-A-1YPrimeCare A (1-Year)
    PRM-A-2YPrimeCare A (2-Year)
    PRM-A-4YPrimeCare A (4-Year)
    PCP-A-1YPrimeCare+ A (1-Year)
    PCP-A-2YPrimeCare+ A (2-Year)
    PCP-A-4YPrimeCare+ A (4-Year)

    * Learn more about Virtual WAN Activation License here.

  • Product CodeEmbedded
    Modem(s)    		RegionsLTE Bands3G Bands
    BPL-021X-LTEA-US-T-PRM1x CAT-7North America*B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26,
    B41, B42, B43, B48, B66, B71    		HSPA+: B2, B4, B5
    BPL-021X-LTEA-B-T-PRM1x CAT-6APAC, EMEAB1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14,
    B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29,
    B30, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48,
    B66, B71    		HSPA+/WCDMA: B1, B2, B4, B5, B6,
    B8, B9, B19
    BPL-021X-LTE-E-T-PRM1x CAT-4APAC, EMEAB1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B38, B40, B41WCDMA/HSPA+/DC-HSPA+:
    B1, B5, B8
    BPL-021X-LTE-US-T-PRM1x CAT-4North America^B2, B4, B5, B12, B13, B14, B66, B71B2, B5
    BPL-021X-LTE-MX-T-PRM1x CAT-4Latin America, AustraliaB1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B28, B40WCDMA/HSPA+/DC-HSPA+: B1, B2,
    B5, B8
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-W1x CAT-6
    		WorldwideB1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8 , B12,
    B13, B20, B25, B26, B29, B30, B41
    		B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-P1x CAT-6Asia Pacific B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B18, B19,
    B21, B28, B38, B39, B40, B41
    		B1, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19, B39
    EXM-MINI-LTEA-US1x CAT-7America/FirstNet B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26,
    B41, B42, B43, B48, B66, B71
    		B2, B4, B5
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-R1x CAT-12
    		America/FirstNet B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B9,
    B12, B13, B14, B18, B19, B20,
    B26, B29, B30, B32, B41, B42,
    B43, B46, B48, B66
    		B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19
    EXM-MINI-1LTEA-K1x CAT-12
    		GlobalB1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B9,
    B12, B13, B18, B19, B20, B26,
    B28, B29,B30, B32, B41, B42,
    B43, B46, B48, B66
    		B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19
    EXM-MINI-1GLTE-G1x CAT-18
    		GlobalB1, B3, B25(B2), B66(B4),
    B26(B5/B18/B19), B7, B8,
    B12(17), B13, B14 , B20, B28,
    B29, B30, B32, B71, B38, B39,
    B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48
    		B1, B2, B4, B5(B19), B8

    *US Carrier Certifications: AT&T, FirstNet, T-Mobile, Verizon
    ^US Carrier Certifications: AT&T, FirstNet, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon

    Product CodeCarrier/
    Categories
    		Embedded Modem5G Bands4G Bands
    EXM-MINI-15GHGlobal/5G15G (NSA) Sub 6Ghz:
    n1, n2, n3, n5, n28, n41,
    n66, n71, n77, n78, n79
    5G (SA) Sub 6Ghz:
    n77, n78, n79    		B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17,
    B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B34,
    B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48, B66, B71
    Product CodeFrequency Bands
    EXM-MINI-LORA-EUEU868, IN865, RU864
    EXM-MINI-LORAUS915, AU915, AS923, AS925, KR920
    • Balance 20X
    • 12V3A Power Supply (ACW-602)
    • 2x LTE Antennas (ACW-813 or ACW-234)
    • 1x GPS Antenna (ACW-232)
    • 2x Wi-Fi Dual Band Antennas (ACW-341)

  • Balance 20X Datasheet

    FlexModule Mini Datasheet

    Balance 20X Datasheet (with FlexModule Mini LoRaWAN)

    Balance 20X FlexModule Mini User Guide

    User Manual

    FAQ

    Virtual WAN Activation FAQ & Guide

     

    Case Studies