Bangalore: Now, Ericsson will be supplying mobile broadband module technology to Netgear, keeping in line with its strategy to connect just about anything that can be connected, reports Wireless Week.

Called the Netgear MBRN3300E 3G Mobile Broadband Router, the product combines HSPA technology with 802.11n wireless and Ethernet LAN. According to Ericsson, mobile broadband connectivity over HSPA in routers opens up new opportunities in yet-untapped home, small office/home office and semi-nomadic user environments. It's ideal for locations that lack wired infrastructure, and an alternative to DSL or fiber, and can work on mass transit like trains or buses, says Jan Backman, Director of marketing for Ericsson Mobile Broadband Modules.

The new router sports 270 Mbps on the WLAN side and a full-featured firewall. It also allows fast large file downloads and real time media playback of digital movies, photos and MP3s. "It's a network in a box," says Backman. The new router with 3G radio will be showcased at Ericsson's exhibition area at Hall 6, La Fira during the GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona next week.