I recently upgraded my EVDO router from the Kyocera KR-1 to the Cradlepoint MBR1000. What a difference. The Cradlepoint takes a USB or ExpressCard EVDO device, and allows for a wired WAN connection as well. The wireless capabilities are much stronger than the KR-1, and it has 4 ports on the back for wired connections.

The biggest advantage with the Cradlepoint is that I can use VPN through the router, where this was not possible with the KR-1. I still typically use a separate card for my VPN work, but it is nice to have the flexibility now.

On an unrelated note, I solved our shared printer issues with adding a Bluetooth connection on the printer, so now all of my machines connect to the printer that way. So much easier than trying to connect via a LAN connection!

 

--kev

Is there a Cradlepoint model that will accept my Sprint/Novotel PC card?

Check out this compatibility chart at 3GStore.com. When I bought my Cradlepoint, it was getting the best reviews. The guys at the 3GStore are easy to work with if you want to give them a call if you have any questions.

--kev