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5G NR cellular expansion module for MAX HD2 MBX (T2 chassis)
The Peplink HD2 MBX Expansion Module 5G adds embedded 5G NR cellular capability to the MAX HD2 MBX chassis. Specifically designed for the HD2 MBX T2 expansion bay, this module brings the HD2 MBX line up to 5G NR cellular without replacing the chassis. The right upgrade path when an existing HD2 MBX deployment needs 5G capability added in the field. SKU EXM-MBX-T2-5GN.
What this enables
An MAX HD2 MBX chassis equipped with this expansion module gains additional 5G NR cellular paths beyond the modems built into the chassis. Common deployment patterns:
- Upgrade existing HD2 MBX deployments to 5G NR without forklift replacement
- Add cellular path to fibre-primary HD2 MBX for failover/bonding
- Maritime fleet refresh where vessel HD2 MBX chassis are extended with 5G as carrier coverage rolls out
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cellular | Embedded 5G NR sub-6 GHz modem |
| 5G mode | NSA and SA, sub-6 GHz |
| Form factor | HD2 MBX T2 expansion bay (specific to HD2 MBX chassis) |
| Chassis compatibility | MAX HD2 MBX (T2 chassis variants) |
| Installation | Hot-swappable on HD2 MBX with field-installable expansion bay |
| SKU | EXM-MBX-T2-5GN |
Compatible parent routers
- MAX HD2 MBX 5G, to add additional 5G cellular paths beyond the chassis-embedded modems
- MAX HD2 MBX LTEA Cat-20, to add 5G capability to a 4G-equipped HD2 MBX
vs FlexModule Plus 2x 5G
The HD2 MBX Expansion Module 5G is specific to the HD2 MBX chassis. For SDX/EPX chassis, use the FlexModule Plus 2x 5G instead. The expansion bay form factor and pinout differ between MBX and SDX/EPX classes; modules are not interchangeable.
Peplink Gold Partner support
The Tech Factory is a Peplink Gold Partner with an in-house engineering team that deploys these in the field. Talk to us for HD2 MBX upgrade planning, 5G coverage analysis, and field-installation logistics across maritime fleet and broadcast deployments. Email info@thetechfactory.co.uk or call +44 (0)1788 550000.