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title: Telnyx SIM Cards for IoT Gateways and Industrial Routers
canonical: https://telnyx.com/use-cases/sim-cards-iot-gateways
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# Telnyx SIM Cards for IoT Gateways and Industrial Routers

**Use Case**

# IoT Gateways

**About**

## Boost your IoT Gateways with Telnyx SIM Cards

In the world of IoT, redundancy is essential. When Wi-Fi or ethernet is unstable or unavailable, SIM cards provide a robust backup connectivity solution for gateways and routers. SIM cards ensure seamless failover connectivity, keeping your devices online irrespective of local network infrastructure. Boost your gateways and routers with Telnyx SIMs and never worry about connectivity failures again - your IoT devices will always remain online.

## Benefits

## Failover connectivity

Reliable connectivity is non-negotiable in IoT. Telnyx SIM cards keep your IoT gateways and routers online when Wi-Fi or Ethernet fails, no matter where they're deployed.

650+

## Networks in 180+ countries

## Enhanced Security

Connect your IoT gateway directly to your corporate network with Private Wireless Gateways to avoid the dangers and inefficiencies of the public internet.

87%

## Year-over-year increase in IoT security breaches.

## Centralized Control

The Telnyx Mission Control Portal provides a unified view of your SIMs, enabling centralized management from a single platform making device management a breeze.

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## Portal

**How It Works**

1. **1**  
### Purchase your Telnyx IoT SIM Cards  
Order your Telnyx IoT SIM cards online. Telnyx SIMs cards are triple-size (Mini, Micro, and Nano) for all types of gateways and routers, providing universal compatibility and unmatched versatility.
2. **2**  
### Connect and configure with Mission Control  
When your SIM arrives, insert it into your IoT Gateway or router. Use the Telnyx Mission Control Portal to manage and configure your SIMs, ensuring optimal performance and security settings.
3. **3**  
### Enjoy redundant, secure connectivity  
Experience the freedom of redundant connectivity as your IoT gateway seamlessly switches to the Telnyx network when Wi-Fi or Ethernet is unavailable. With Telnyx, your devices stay connected, always.
4. **4**  
### Manage and monitor in real-time  
Leverage the Telnyx Mission Control Portal to monitor gateway and router activity in real-time, manage your SIMs, and gain insightful analytics to optimize your IoT operations. Enjoy complete control over your IoT deployments.

Products

## Maximize control of your IoT Gateways and Routers

[See all products](https://telnyx.com/products)

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**Resources**

* ### Cradlepoint IBR200 Cellular Router Setup Guide  
Learn how to set up your Cradlepoint router with a Telnyx SIM Card.  
[Explore Docs](https://telnyx.com/resources/number-portability-check-live)
* ### GL-MiFi 4G Smart Router Setup Guide  
This guide walks through how to pair a GL-MiFi 4G Smart Router with a Telnyx SIM Card.  
[Read guide](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/iot-sim/glmifi-router)
* ### Data plans and SIM pricing  
Check out our pricing for Telnyx SIMs and straightforward pay-as-you-go data plans.  
[See pricing](https://telnyx.com/pricing/iot-data-plans)

## Strengthen your IoT gateway connectivity

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## FAQ

### What is an IoT gateway?

An IoT Gateway serves as the connection point between the cloud and IoT sensors and devices. All data moving to the cloud, or vice versa, goes through the gateway, which can be either a dedicated hardware device or software program. It translates protocols, and manages device connectivity, security, and data processing.

### Why are IoT Gateways important?

### What is the difference between an IoT gateway and a router?

### Do I need a router in addition to an IoT gateway?

### Can IoT gateways connect to devices using different protocols?

### Why do I need a SIM card for my IoT gateway?

### Can SIM cards improve the reliability of my IoT gateway?

### How does a private wireless network gateway enhance IoT security?

### How do I install a SIM card in my IoT gateway?

### Can I manage my SIM cards remotely?

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