# RAK WisGate LoRaWAN gateway SIM cards, tested with ThingSIM

> RAKwireless WisGate Edge gateways collect LoRaWAN sensor data and send it on over LTE where there is no wired line. A ThingSIM gives each gateway its backhaul on whichever UK network reaches it.

## Setting up a ThingSIM in WisGateOS

The APN goes in **Network → WAN → Cellular → Settings (WisGateOS 2)**.

1. Activate the SIM in the ThingSIM portal, then insert it (cellular models only).
2. Log in to the gateway and go to Network → WAN → Cellular.
3. Expand the cellular section and click Settings.
4. Enter the APN from the portal and leave the username, password and PIN blank.
5. Save, then check the cellular interface shows connected.

**Two SIMs:** WisGate Edge gateways take one SIM. The cellular link can be the main backhaul or a backup to Ethernet.

**Checking it works:** Network → WAN → Cellular and the dashboard show the cellular connection.

## LoRaWAN gateways

- **RAK7268CV2**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Indoor 8-channel LoRaWAN gateway for smart buildings.
- **RAK7289CV2**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Outdoor IP67 8/16-channel carrier-grade LoRaWAN gateway.
- **RAK7267**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 1, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Low-cost outdoor 8-channel LoRaWAN gateway with Cat 1 backhaul.
- **RAK7266**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 1, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Entry-level indoor LoRaWAN gateway with cellular backhaul.
- **RAK7268CV2-V**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Verizon-certified indoor LoRaWAN gateway for US deployments.
- **RAK7240CV2**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Outdoor IP65 LoRaWAN gateway.
- **RAK7285C**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × nano Nano SIM, Wi-Fi. Full-duplex outdoor LoRaWAN gateway for large-scale networks.
- **RAK7248C**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × size unconfirmed, Wi-Fi. Raspberry Pi 4 developer LoRaWAN gateway with LTE HAT.
- **RAK7394C**: LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × size unconfirmed, Wi-Fi. Raspberry Pi CM4 developer LoRaWAN gateway with LTE.
- **RAK7249** (no longer sold): LoRaWAN gateway, 4G LTE Cat 4, 1 × size unconfirmed, Wi-Fi. Outdoor 8/16-channel LoRaWAN gateway (predecessor of Edge Pro).

## IoT gateways

- **RAK7391**: IoT gateway, 4G/5G via M.2 module, Wi-Fi. CM4 carrier board for building custom industrial/cellular gateways.
- **RAK7393C**: IoT gateway, 4G LTE, up to 3 (nano 4FF), Wi-Fi. Outdoor Raspberry Pi CM4/CM5 gateway for LoRaWAN/mioty/LTE.
- **RAK7437C**: IoT gateway, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi. LoRaWAN-to-BACnet/IP building automation gateway.

## Questions

### How much data does a RAK LoRaWAN gateway use?

Sensor traffic is small; most gateways fit in 250 MB a month, £1.20 on UK 4-network.

### Does the gateway need roaming turned on?

Yes. A ThingSIM always connects as a roaming SIM, so allow roaming in the gateway's LTE settings if it has the option.

Suggested plan: 250 MB, UK 4-network, £1.20 a month per active SIM, ex VAT.

Source: https://thingsim.com/devices/rakwireless