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// SD-WAN APPLIANCE

Branch WAN gateway with AI policy built in.

A compact 1U edge appliance for bonded internet, path-aware SD-WAN, encrypted branch-to-branch mesh, and future-ready AI traffic governance. Built for sites that need resilient connectivity without on-site IT personnel.

Stacked Caged AI branch WAN gateways shown in perspective
// SD-WAN FEATURES

One edge box for unreliable internet.

Caged uses multiple WAN links as a single managed fabric, configured via a centralized Portal, then keeps policy execution close to the branch so failover, steering, and AI controls happen where traffic starts.

Bond every link

Blend fiber, cable, fixed wireless, LTE, 5G, and satellite into one usable WAN pool with health checks, dynamic weighting, and application-aware failover.

sub-second link-state reaction target

QoS automation

Automatically configure link buffers for optimum performance across bonded WAN links, reducing queue buildup before users feel congestion.

auto-tuned link buffers

Encrypted branch-to-branch mesh

Site-to-site tunnels form on demand, then steer over the best WAN path for voice, point-of-sale, cloud access, and private application traffic.

full mesh policy controlled

Zero-touch rollout

Ship hardware to a site, claim it in the portal, assign policy, and let the appliance pull its network profile without local configuration work.

claim + push portal workflow

AI-ready edge

The same box that carries branch traffic can enforce model routing, virtual API keys, and privacy policy for cloud or local LLM traffic.

one fabric WAN + AI policy

Traffic steering

Prioritize voice, payment, ERP, and AI workloads by business intent instead of static circuits. Degrade gracefully before users notice.

per policy app-aware paths

Fleet operations

Track site health, push bulk changes, stage firmware upgrades, and roll back branch profiles from a single pane of glass.

1000s sites assumed scale
// FRONT PANEL

Ports arranged for inline branch resilience.

Straight-on front view of the Caged AI appliance showing Ethernet, SFP, USB, and status LEDs
WAN/LAN

3 WAN + 2 LAN ports

WAN: 2x 2.5GbE RJ45 plus 1x GbE SFP.
LAN: 2x 2.5GbE RJ45 for branch handoff and local network segments.

Wireless

2x USB 3.2 Type A

External LTE / 5G modems ready for wireless WAN expansion and carrier diversity.

Straight-on front view of the Caged AI medium branch gateway
WAN/LAN

6 WAN + 2 LAN ports

WAN: 2x 10GbE SFP plus 4x 2.5GbE RJ45.
LAN: 2x 10GbE SFP for branch handoff and local network segments.

Wireless

2x USB 3.2 Type A

External LTE / 5G modems ready for wireless WAN expansion and carrier diversity.

// HARDWARE & SOFTWARE SPECS

Rack-ready by default.

Form factor
1U 8.25" rackmount
Networking
Traffic classes, QoS, DNS, stateful firewall, NAT, policy routing, dynamic WAN load balancing, encrypted tunnels, WAN bonding, DHCP, SNMP
Portal
Device GUI access via Portal, topology design, health monitor, audit logs, bulk configuration, AI based tech support, firmware management, user management, license management
AI gateway
Portal-managed model providers, virtual API keys, model allow-lists, spend and request budgets, RPM/TPM limits, metadata-only audit, key-scoped PII firewall policies, and LLM API routing for cloud or local model endpoints
Power supply
Optional 60W or 100W built-in open frame AC power supply
AC 100V-240V input, DC 12V output
Cooling
CPU: passive heatsink
System: 2x fans
Dimensions
438mm(W) x 209.6mm(D) x 44mm(H)
17.24"(W) x 8.25"(D) x 1.73"(H)
USB
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1, Type A
Power controls
Front: 1x reset button, 1x power button
Rear: 1x AC power inlet, 1x power switch
Operating environment
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage environment
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 167°F)
Humidity
5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
Certification
CE/FCC compliance
Form factor
1U 19" rackmount
Networking
Traffic classes, QoS, DNS, stateful firewall, NAT, policy routing, dynamic WAN load balancing, encrypted tunnels, WAN bonding, DHCP, SNMP
Portal
Device GUI access via Portal, topology design, health monitor, audit logs, bulk configuration, AI based tech support, firmware management, user management, license management
AI gateway
Portal-managed model providers, virtual API keys, model allow-lists, spend and request budgets, RPM/TPM limits, metadata-only audit, key-scoped PII firewall policies, and LLM API routing for cloud or local model endpoints
Power supply
300W redundant AC power supply
AC 100V-240V @47Hz-63Hz
Cooling
CPU: passive heatsink
System: 5x smart fans
Dimensions
438mm(W) x 471.93mm(D) x 44mm(H)
17.24"(W) x 18.58"(D) x 1.73"(H)
USB
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 ports, Type A
Power controls
Front: 1x power button, 1x reset button
Rear: 1x AC power supply or 1x 300W redundant power supply
Operating environment
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage environment
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 167°F)
Humidity
5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
Certification
CE/FCC compliance
// PILOT PATH

Put one site on bonded WAN.

Start with a single branch, vehicle, or lab rack. Validate ISP bonding, portal policy, QoS automation, and AI traffic controls before expanding fleet-wide.

01
ship appliance

Drop a rackmount unit into the target site and connect available WAN links.

02
claim in portal

Bind hardware to the tenant, assign the site, and verify live health telemetry.

03
push branch policy

Apply link steering, QoS, firewall, and AI gateway policy from one dashboard.