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TAR-3120-M12

Cellular VPN Router 2*RF 802.11a/b/g to 2*100TX M12 EN50155
  • Manufacturer Oring
  • Category: Railway EN50155 Access Point
  • The ORing TAR-3120-M12 is a rugged, EN50155-compliant cellular VPN router designed for industrial and railway environments. It integrates dual-band Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g and 802.11b/g), a built-in HSUPA cellular modem, and dual 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet ports with M12 connectors. The device provides secure, high-speed wireless and cellular connectivity for mission-critical applications in harsh environments such as trains, vehicles, and industrial automation systems.
- EN50155 Compliance: Fully compliant with EN50155 and EN50121-3-2 standards for railway and rolling stock applications, ensuring resistance to vibration, shock, and temperature extremes.
- Dual RF Wireless Interfaces: Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g and IEEE 802.11b/g standards, enabling simultaneous dual-band operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).
- Integrated Cellular Modem: Built-in HSUPA modem supporting GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA standards with SIM card slot for WAN connectivity.
- High-Speed Wireless Connectivity: WLAN interface supports data rates up to 54 Mbps for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
- Advanced Security: Supports WEP (64/128-bit), WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), and 802.1X/RADIUS authentication.
- VPN Support: Integrated VPN functionality including OpenVPN (server/client) and PPTP VPN for secure remote access and site-to-site tunneling.
- Multiple WAN Options: Supports Dynamic/Static IP, PPPoE, 3G/HSUPA modem dial-up, and wireless client WAN modes.
- Redundant Power Inputs: Dual 12–48 VDC inputs via M23 connector with reverse polarity protection and overload current protection.
- Industrial-Grade Design: IP40-rated metal enclosure, DIN-rail or wall-mountable, designed for -20°C to +70°C operation.
- Event Notification: Supports Syslog, SNMP Trap, Email alerts, and relay output for fault indication.
- Management & Configuration: Web-based management (HTTP/HTTPS), SNMP v1/v2, SSH, and Syslog support.
- Firewall & NAT Features: Includes IP/MAC filtering, port forwarding, DMZ, UPnP, and NAT-PMP.
- Daisy Chain Support: Dual Ethernet ports can operate in switch mode to reduce external switch usage.
- Firmware Upgrade & Configuration Backup: Supports firmware updates, configuration save/restore, and factory reset.

Country of origin: Taiwan R.O.C.

Customs tariff number: 8517 6200 900

1. Product Overview

Product Name: TAR-3120-M12
Article Number: TAR-3120-M12
Series: ORing Transporter Series – EN50155 Industrial Cellular VPN Routers
Manufacturer: ORing Industrial Networking Corp.
Model Type: Cellular VPN Router with Dual RF IEEE 802.11a/b/g and IEEE 802.11b/g interfaces
Product Category: Industrial-grade wireless access point router for rolling stock and transportation applications

The ORing TAR-3120-M12 is a rugged, EN50155-compliant cellular VPN router designed for industrial and railway environments. It integrates dual-band Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g and 802.11b/g), a built-in HSUPA cellular modem, and dual 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet ports with M12 connectors. The device provides secure, high-speed wireless and cellular connectivity for mission-critical applications in harsh environments such as trains, vehicles, and industrial automation systems.




2. Key Features

- EN50155 Compliance: Fully compliant with EN50155 and EN50121-3-2 standards for railway and rolling stock applications, ensuring resistance to vibration, shock, and temperature extremes.
- Dual RF Wireless Interfaces: Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g and IEEE 802.11b/g standards, enabling simultaneous dual-band operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).
- Integrated Cellular Modem: Built-in HSUPA modem supporting GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA standards with SIM card slot for WAN connectivity.
- High-Speed Wireless Connectivity: WLAN interface supports data rates up to 54 Mbps for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
- Advanced Security: Supports WEP (64/128-bit), WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), and 802.1X/RADIUS authentication.
- VPN Support: Integrated VPN functionality including OpenVPN (server/client) and PPTP VPN for secure remote access and site-to-site tunneling.
- Multiple WAN Options: Supports Dynamic/Static IP, PPPoE, 3G/HSUPA modem dial-up, and wireless client WAN modes.
- Redundant Power Inputs: Dual 12–48 VDC inputs via M23 connector with reverse polarity protection and overload current protection.
- Industrial-Grade Design: IP40-rated metal enclosure, DIN-rail or wall-mountable, designed for -20°C to +70°C operation.
- Event Notification: Supports Syslog, SNMP Trap, Email alerts, and relay output for fault indication.
- Management & Configuration: Web-based management (HTTP/HTTPS), SNMP v1/v2, SSH, and Syslog support.
- Firewall & NAT Features: Includes IP/MAC filtering, port forwarding, DMZ, UPnP, and NAT-PMP.
- Daisy Chain Support: Dual Ethernet ports can operate in switch mode to reduce external switch usage.
- Firmware Upgrade & Configuration Backup: Supports firmware updates, configuration save/restore, and factory reset.




3. Technical Specifications

Physical Characteristics
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 125 mm x 65 mm x 196 mm (4.92 x 2.56 x 7.72 in)
- Weight: Approx. 1.05 kg
- Casing: Metal enclosure, IP40 protection
- Mounting: Wall-mount or DIN-rail mount

Power Requirements
- Input Voltage: Dual 12–48 VDC (M23 connector)
- Power Consumption: Typical 9.6 W
- Reverse Polarity Protection: Present
- Overload Current Protection: Present

Environmental Conditions
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Operating Humidity: 5%–95% non-condensing

LAN Interface
- Ports: 2 x 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet ports on M12 (D-coding) connectors
- Auto MDI/MDI-X: Supported
- Relay Output: 3A @ 24VDC on M12 (A-coding) connector

Wireless LAN Interface
- Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g
- Operating Modes: AP, AP Client, Client, Bridge
- Frequency Bands:
- 2.4 GHz: 2.412–2.472 GHz (13 channels, ETSI) / 2.412–2.462 GHz (11 channels, FCC)
- 5 GHz: 5.15–5.825 GHz (FCC) / 5.15–5.724 GHz (ETSI)
- Modulation:
- 802.11b: CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK
- 802.11g/a: OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
- Data Rates:
- 802.11b: 1/2/5.5/11 Mbps
- 802.11a/g: 6/9/12/18/24/36/48/54 Mbps
- Transmit Power: Up to 20 dBm max
- Receiver Sensitivity:
- -86 dBm @ 11 Mbps (PER < 8%)
- -77 dBm @ 54 Mbps (PER < 10%)
- Antenna Connectors: 4 x Reverse SMA (2.4/5.8 GHz WLAN), 1 x Reverse SMA (Cellular)
- Antenna Gain: 2 dBi typical

Cellular Interface
- Standards: GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA
- Bands:
- Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
- Dual-band HSUPA: 1900/2100 MHz
- WCDMA/HSDPA: 850/900/1900/2100 MHz
- SIM Slot: 1 x SIM card slot (accessible after power down)

LED Indicators
- PWR1/PWR2: Green (active), Red (booting or fault)
- ETH1/ETH2: Green (100 Mbps), Amber (10 Mbps), blinking for activity
- WLAN1: Green (active), blinking for data transmission
- WLAN2: Red (active), blinking for data transmission
- WAN: Green (HSUPA modem connected)
- Fault: Red (power or link failure)




4. Functionality

The TAR-3120-M12 functions as a cellular VPN router and wireless access point, providing secure and redundant network connectivity for mobile and stationary industrial systems. It integrates dual Wi-Fi radios for simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation, enabling flexible deployment in complex wireless environments.

Use Cases & Applications:
- Railway and rolling stock communication systems
- Vehicle telematics and fleet management
- Industrial automation and SCADA systems
- Remote monitoring and control over cellular networks
- Public transportation Wi-Fi access and data backhaul

Compatibility:
- Compatible with standard Ethernet devices, industrial controllers, and wireless clients supporting IEEE 802.11a/b/g.
- Supports VPN interoperability with OpenVPN and PPTP clients.
- Works with standard SIM cards for GSM/3G/HSUPA networks.




5. Components & Accessories

Included Items:
- TAR-3120-M12 main unit
- 2 x WLAN antennas (2.4/5.8 GHz, 2 dBi)
- 1 x Cellular antenna (850/900/1800/2100 MHz, 2 dBi)
- Quick Installation Guide (QIG)
- CD with user manual and utilities

Optional Accessories:
- DIN-rail mounting kit
- M12 Ethernet cables (D-coded)
- M23 power connector cable assemblies
- External high-gain antennas (optional)

Connectors:
- 2 x M12 (D-coded) for Ethernet
- 1 x M12 (A-coded) for relay output
- 1 x M23 for dual power input
- 5 x Reverse SMA connectors for antennas




6. Installation & Setup

Power Connection:
Connect dual 12–48 VDC power sources to the M23 connector. The router supports redundant power input for reliability.

Mounting Options:
- Wall-mount using supplied screws
- DIN-rail mount (optional kit)

SIM Card Installation:
Power down the device before inserting or removing the SIM card.

Initial Configuration:
1. Connect a PC to the ETH2 port using an M12-to-RJ45 cable.
2. Access the web interface via default IP: 192.168.10.1
3. Login credentials: admin / admin
4. Configure WAN type (Dynamic IP, PPPoE, or 3G modem).
5. Set wireless SSID, channel, and security mode (WEP/WPA/WPA2).
6. Save and reboot to apply settings.

Management Interfaces:
- Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS)
- SNMP v1/v2
- SSH/Telnet
- Syslog and Email notifications




7. Performance & Capabilities

- Wireless Throughput: Up to 54 Mbps per radio interface
- Cellular Data Rate: Dependent on HSUPA network (up to 5.76 Mbps uplink typical)
- Ethernet Speed: 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation
- VPN Performance: Supports multiple concurrent tunnels (OpenVPN, PPTP)
- Redundancy: Dual power inputs and dual Ethernet ports for failover or daisy-chain operation
- Recovery Time: <10 ms in redundant Ethernet mode
- Firewall & NAT: Stateful packet inspection, IP/MAC filtering, port forwarding, DMZ, UPnP, NAT-PMP
- DHCP Server/Relay: Built-in DHCP server with configurable IP pool and lease time
- Routing Protocols: Static routing, RIP v1/v2 dynamic routing
- Event Notification: Syslog, SNMP Trap, Email, and relay output for fault conditions

Limitations:
- Maximum wireless data rate limited to 54 Mbps (802.11a/b/g standard)
- No support for 802.11n/ac
- IP40 enclosure (not waterproof)




8. Standards & Compliance

Regulatory & Safety Standards:
- EMI: FCC Part 15, CISPR (EN55022) Class A
- EMS: EN61000-4-2 (ESD), EN61000-4-3 (RS), EN61000-4-4 (EFT), EN61000-4-5 (Surge), EN61000-4-6 (CS), EN61000-4-8, EN61000-4-11
- Shock: IEC60068-2-27, EN61373
- Vibration: IEC60068-2-6, EN61373
- Free Fall: IEC60068-2-32
- Railway Traffic: EN50155, EN50121-3-2
- Thermal Tests: EN60068-2-1 (Cooling), EN60068-2-2 (Dry Heat)
- Safety: EN60950-1

Network Protocols Supported:
ICMP, IP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, BOOTP, ARP/RARP, DNS, SNMP MIB II, HTTPS, SSH, SNMPv1/v2, Trap, Private MIB, RADIUS, STP (IEEE 802.1D).




9. Additional Information

Warranty:
3-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty excludes damage from misuse, unauthorized modifications, or improper installation.

Maintenance & Support:
- Firmware updates available via ORing website.
- Configuration backup and restore supported through web interface.
- Technical support via email: support@oring-networking.com
- Sales contact: sales@oring-networking.com

Manufacturer Contact:
ORing Industrial Networking Corp.
3F., No.542-2, Zhongzheng Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 23148, Taiwan
Tel: +886-2-2218-1066
Fax: +886-2-2218-1014
Website: [www.oring-networking.com](http://www.oring-networking.com)




Summary

The ORing TAR-3120-M12 is a robust, dual-RF cellular VPN router engineered for industrial and railway applications requiring reliable wireless and cellular connectivity. With EN50155 certification, dual-band Wi-Fi, integrated HSUPA modem, and redundant power design, it ensures continuous operation in demanding environments. Its comprehensive security suite, VPN support, and flexible WAN options make it ideal for secure remote communication and data transmission in transportation, automation, and mobile networking systems.

The TAR-3120-M12 combines industrial durability with advanced networking functionality, offering a complete solution for mission-critical wireless infrastructure in harsh conditions.

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