Celona Edge Express Appliance
The Celona Edge Express is a pre-packaged, production-ready hardware appliance designed for enterprises deploying private 5G and LTE networks. This COTS-based node runs the Celona Edge OS—a highly redundant, cloud-native network operating system—and integrates seamlessly with the Celona Orchestrator for centralized management. Supporting up to 40 access points, the Edge Express appliance simplifies private wireless network deployment while delivering enterprise-grade reliability and control plane services essential for modern IT and OT environments.
Key Features
- Pre-provisioned Celona Edge OS for rapid deployment and simplified operations
- Supports up to 40 wireless access points in a single private 5G/LTE network
- Cloud-native, highly redundant architecture ensures network resilience and scalability
- Integrated control and data plane services for complete private wireless coverage
- Managed centrally via Celona Orchestrator for unified network administration
- Enterprise IT and OT system integration for hybrid network environments
- COTS hardware foundation with vendor-neutral design for flexibility
- Designed for ease of deployment in enterprise data centers and edge locations
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Celona |
| Part Number |
CN-EDGE-EXP |
| Product Type |
Private 5G/LTE Edge Appliance |
| Operating System |
Celona Edge OS (cloud-native, Linux-based) |
| Maximum Access Points |
40 |
| Management Platform |
Celona Orchestrator |
| Network Services |
Control plane, data plane, core services |
| Deployment Model |
On-premises (enterprise data center, edge) |
| Form Factor |
COTS hardware node (pre-provisioned) |
| Use Cases |
Private wireless networks, enterprise 5G LAN, industrial IoT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Celona Edge Express appliance used for?
The Celona Edge Express is a dedicated hardware appliance that serves as the core node for private 5G and LTE network deployments. It runs the Celona Edge OS and manages up to 40 access points, providing control and data plane services for enterprise wireless networks integrated with IT and OT systems.
How many access points can the Edge Express support?
The Celona Edge Express appliance supports up to 40 wireless access points, making it suitable for medium to large enterprise deployments requiring comprehensive private wireless coverage across multiple locations or facilities.
Is the Celona Edge Express pre-configured for deployment?
Yes, the Edge Express comes pre-provisioned with Celona Edge OS and is designed for ease of deployment. This pre-configuration significantly reduces installation time and operational complexity, allowing enterprises to activate private 5G/LTE networks quickly in production environments.
How is the Celona Edge Express managed?
The appliance is centrally managed through the Celona Orchestrator, which provides unified administration, monitoring, and configuration of the private wireless network, access points, and integrated enterprise systems from a single management interface.
