Vodafone MachineLink 3G Plus

NetComm Wireless Limited and Vodafone have added the Vodafone MachineLink 3G Plus to the Integrated M2M Terminals range, offering an alternative for unconnected machines that need a larger selection of interface options. Developed by NetComm Wireless to facilitate the uptake of machine-to-machine (M2M) across a wide range of industries globally, the Vodafone MachineLink 3G Plus enables M2M connectivity in areas such as health care, agriculture, vending, point of payment and energy.

Vodafone’s second annual M2M Adoption Barometer found that M2M adoption has grown more than 80%, with over one-fifth of companies actively using the technology. The Vodafone MachineLink 3G Plus is expected to advance this growth by allowing businesses to upgrade from legacy serial connectivity to IP connectivity with access to a broader range of connection choices.

The Vodafone MachineLink 3G Plus is a 3G pentaband modem and router with built-in GPS, offering compatibility with Vodafone or Vodafone M2M partner networks worldwide, and the Vodafone M2M Global Platform. The device supports multiple communication protocols and interface options with features including Ethernet, Serial (RS232/422/485), I/O and USB 2.0 ports. Designed for flexible customisation, the Vodafone MachineLink 3G Plus features an embedded software development kit (SDK) and open source Linux OS to support unique business functions.