ADSL with 3G failover

[simplify]

Hi,

I am relatively desperate for the ideal solution available.

I need a router with ADSL and 3G connectivity (for failover). The 3G connection needs to have an external SMA connector that you screw into the router. I have found that the little rubber connections that wraps around the 3G modems doesn't work as effectively as the SMA connectors.

Will I find a solution or should I accept my fate?

Warm regard

 

[simplify]

The reason for the SMA connector is because of the 3G coverage with is sort of bad.

 

[FNfal]

Can you not use a USB extension cord ??

 

[b@nD]

How desperate ?

I am relatively desperate for the ideal solution available.

Can you quantify your desperation in monetary terms ?

Will I find a solution or should I accept my fate?

A "solution" is always possible -- are you prepared to make the sacrifices ?

 

[morkhans]

You want to do this for private or business use?

Internet Solutions have a ADSL/3G router combo available with their business ADSL solution which allows for seamless fail-over between the two. Your external IP addresses also remains unchanged so you can host services even when in fail-over mode.

 

[b@nD]

Fail -- OVER !

Will I find a solution or should I accept my fate?
Warm regard

For some it seems fate is all they have
Others make their own fete

Business ADSL with GSM failover

( even if they are just only Necromancers )

DynaComm

Unfortunately the Kwaai Oom never supplied a link to the IS Solution ????

 

[b@nD]

Fete rewards those who *Per-se-vere*

Never say I do not give value for -- //money -- but I am not getting any !

Cisco 3G -- Fail Over

I wonder what IS charge for such a solution ?????

 

[simplify]

Well, setting up the failover link will only work sufficient if the 3G signal is strong enough. I am not yet interested in I.S. solution. I only really need to have the best quality for the 3G facility. Mobile reception at the customer is currently very bad. Unfortunately, from previous experiences, the USB extension cord is not as effective as the screw-in SMA connector.

 

[Carnajo]

Might a 3G coupler work?

http://www.dbg.co.za/index.php?cPath=32_36

Then you could use it with a USB 3G modem and one of these:
http://www.dbg.co.za/product_info.php?cPath=32_85&products_id=423

Or just go bang with this kit:
http://www.dbg.co.za/product_info.php?cPath=32_35&products_id=663

Haven't tried the coupler or the antenna, but the router works just great and does have 3G fallover but I don't think it's seamless and your IP will definitely change as you're switching service provider.

 

[sajunky]

Regarding modem, E352 R349 14.4Mbps from MTN. The cheapest quality modem with external antenna connector.
Pigtail CRC9 to SMA R70 (or so) from Otto Marketting.

 

[WireFree]

Well, setting up the failover link will only work sufficient if the 3G signal is strong enough. I am not yet interested in I.S. solution. I only really need to have the best quality for the 3G facility. Mobile reception at the customer is currently very bad. Unfortunately, from previous experiences, the USB extension cord is not as effective as the screw-in SMA connector.

Take a look at the Presto Advanced and the GlobeSurfer 3+.
The Presto Advanced is a dual SIM 3G industrial router with build-in ADSL. Maybe a bit overkill for your needs with it's other features.
The GlobeSurfer 3+ can connect to a ADSL router and if the ADSL goes down it will switch to 3G. It allows you to connect an external antenna to improve the 3G signal. However, it does not have a SMA connector - you will need a suitable SMA adapter cable.

WireFree