RAK7266/RAK7266S WisGate Soho Lite
Product Description
The RAK7266/RAK7266S WisGate Soho Lite is an indoor LoRaWAN® gateway from the RAK Soho Series, designed for versatile and compact IoT deployments.
The gateway supports 8 LoRa channels and includes 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi for easy local configuration through the default Wi-Fi AP mode. An Ethernet port is available for wired network access when needed. For deployments that require cellular connectivity, the RAK7266 includes an integrated LTE Cat 1 module. For Ethernet- and Wi-Fi-based indoor deployments, the RAK7266S provides a compact non-LTE option.
For cellular variants, LTE antennas may be internal or external, allowing users to select the best option for signal conditions and installation constraints.
The RAK7266/RAK7266S runs on WisGateOS 2, a secure and modular firmware based on OpenWrt and developed by RAK. It provides access to a wide range of features, including extension modules, a built-in LoRaWAN® Network Server, and advanced system diagnostics. It also supports fghWisDMfdg for centralized device management and remote monitoring.
Variants Overview
| Gateway Model | Variant Type | Cellular Connectivity | Power Input |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAK7266 | LTE (Internal Antennas) | Built-in LTE Cat 1 module | 12 VDC |
| RAK7266 | LTE (External Antennas) | Built-in LTE Cat 1 module | 12 VDC |
| RAK7266S | Non-LTE | Not included | 12 VDC |
Product Features
Hardware
- 8 LoRa channels
- Supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, with AP mode enabled by default for easy configuration
- 100M Base-T Ethernet port (for network access, no PoE)
- RP-SMA LoRa antenna connector
- Multi backhaul options with Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Cellular (optional, available with RAK7266)
- Breathing light for visual status indication
Software
- WisGateOS 2: A secure, OpenWrt-based OS developed by RAK for enhanced stability and flexibility.
- Extension add-ons for customized gateway functionality:
- WisDM for remote management and monitoring
- Built-in Network Server
- Basics Station and Packet Forwarder modes
- LoRa Frame Filtering (node whitelisting in Packet Forwarder mode)
- MQTT v3.1 Bridging with TLS encryption
- LoRa frame buffering in Packet Forwarder mode in case of NS outage, ensuring no data loss
Resources
- For more information, check the Frequently Asked Questions for WisGate Edge.
- Check out the extensive collection of Applications & Tutorials to get inspiration on new use cases.
- Visit the RAKwireless Forum for a specialized assistance from the RAKstars community and RAKwireless experts.
- For a more specialized product assistance, contact RAKwireless Support.
