Teltonika RUTM30: Compact Dual SIM Multi-Network Router for High-Speed & Redundant Connectivity

The Teltonika RUTM30 offers dual SIM high-speed 5G connectivity in a compact form factor. Just like another Teltonika industrial grade products this router is designed for industrial and mission-critical environments. Built to deliver seamless connectivity, this router ensures reliable operation across a wide range of deployment scenarios. A perfect fit for smart infrastructure, mobile systems in for remote deployment.

This article focuses on technical specs and operational benefits of Teltonika RUTM30.

Its a good read before you choose to use Teltonika RUTM30 for your projects.

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Key Features of Teltonika RUTM30 at a Glance

• 5G, 4G (LTE) & 3G high-speed connectivity
• Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-throughput networking
• Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 with fast wireless access
• Supports SIM & eSIM for smart networks
• Auto failover and connection redundancy
• Advanced Device Provisioning Service
• Strong mobile connectivity with dual SIM support
• Configuration profiles for easy deployment

Technical Specifications

Mobile

• Mobile module
  5G Sub-6Ghz SA/NSA: 2.4/3.4Gbps DL (4×4 MIMO), 900/550 Mbps UL (2×2); 4G LTE: Cat 19 1.6Gbps DL, Cat 18 200Mbps UL; 3G: 42 Mbps DL, 5.76Mbps UL
• 3GPP Release
  Release 16
• eSIM
  Consumer type eSIM, profile download and removal operations, up to 7 eSIM profiles; does not include data plans
• SIM switch
  2 x 2FF SIM and 1 x eSIM, auto-switch cases: weak signal, data limit, SMS limit, roaming, no network, network denied, data connection fail
• Status
  IMSI, ICCID, operator, operator state, data connection state, network type, CA indicator, bandwidth, connected band, signal strength (RSSI), SINR, RSRP, RSRQ, EC/IO, RSCP, data sent/received, LAC, TAC, cell ID, ARFCN, UARFCN, EARFCN, MCC, and MNC
• SMS
  SMS status, SMS configuration, EMAIL to SMS, SMS to EMAIL, SMS to HTTP, SMS to SMS, scheduled SMS, SMS autoreply, SMPP
• USSD
  Supports sending and reading Unstructured Supplementary Service Data messages
• Block/Allow list
  Operator block/allow list (by country or separate operators)
• Multiple PDN
  Possibility to use different PDNs for multiple network access and services
• Band management
  Band lock, Used band status display
• SIM idle protection service
  Provides the possibility to configure the router to periodically switch to the unused SIM card and establish a data connection in order to prevent the SIM card from being blocked
• SIM PIN code management
  SIM PIN code management enables setting, changing, or disabling the SIM card’s PIN
• APN
  Auto APN
• Bridge
  Direct connection (bridge) between mobile ISP and device on LAN
• Passthrough
  Router assigns its mobile WAN IP address to another device on LAN
• Framed routing
  Framed routing: support an IP network behind 5G UE

Wireless

• Wireless mode
  802.11b/g/n/ac Wave 2 (Wi-Fi 5) with data transmission rates up to 867 Mbps (Dual Band, MU-MIMO), 802.11r fast transition, Access Point (AP), Station (STA)
• WiFi security
  WPA2-Enterprise – PEAP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-EAP, WPA-PSK, WPA3-SAE, WPA3-EAP, OWE; AES-CCMP, TKIP, Auto-cipher modes, client separation, EAP-TLS with PKCS#12 certificates, disable auto-reconnect, 802.11w Protected Management Frames (PMF)
• SSID/ESSID
  ESSID stealth mode
• Wi-Fi users
  Up to 150 simultaneous connections
• Wireless Connectivity Features
  Wireless mesh (802.11s), fast roaming (802.11r), Relayd, BSS transition management (802.11v), radio resource measurement (802.11k)
• Wireless MAC filter
  Allowlist, blocklist
• Wireless QR code generator
  Once scanned, a user will automatically enter your network without needing to input login information
• TravelMate
  Forward Wi-Fi hotspot landing page to a subsequent connected device

Ethernet

• WAN
  1 x WAN port 10/100/1000 Mbps, compliance with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, 802.3az standards, supports auto MDI/MDIX crossover
• LAN
  1 x LAN port, 10/100/1000 Mbps, compliance with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, 802.3az standards, supports auto MDI/MDIX crossover

Network

• Routing
  Static routing, Dynamic routing (BGP, OSPF v2, RIP v1/v2, EIGRP, NHRP), Policy based routing
• Network protocols
  TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, NTP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, SSL v3, TLS, ARP, VRRP, PPP, PPPoE, UPNP, SSH, DHCP, Telnet, SMPP, SNMP, MQTT, TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, NTP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, SFTP, FTP, SMTP, SSL/TLS, ARP, VRRP, PPP, PPPoE, UPNP, SSH, DHCP, Telnet, SMPP, SNMP, MQTT, Wake On Lan (WOL)
• VoIP passthrough support
  H.323 and SIP-alg protocol NAT helpers, allowing proper routing of VoIP packets
• Connection monitoring
  Ping Reboot, Wget Reboot, Periodic Reboot, LCP and ICMP for link inspection
• Firewall
  Port forward, traffic rules, custom rules, TTL target customisation
• Firewall status page
  View all your Firewall statistics, rules, and rule counters
• Ports management
  View device ports, enable and disable each of them, turn auto-configuration on or off, change their transmission speed, and so on
• Network topology
  Visual representation of your network, showing which devices are connected to which other devices
• Hotspot
  Captive portal (hotspot), internal/external Radius server, Radius MAC authentication, SMS authorisation, SSO authentication, internal/external landing page, walled garden, user scripts, URL parameters, user groups, individual user or group limitations, user management, 9 default customisable themes and optionality to upload and download customised hotspot themes
• Hotspot 2.0
  Hotspot 2.0 is a Wi-Fi standard that enables seamless, secure, and automatic connection to trusted wireless networks
• DHCP
  Static and dynamic IP allocation, DHCP relay, DHCP server configuration, status, static leases: MAC with wildcards
• QoS / Smart Queue Management (SQM)
  Traffic priority queuing by source/destination, service, protocol or port, WMM, 802.11e
• DDNS
  Supported >25 service providers, others can be configured manually
• DNS over HTTPS
  DNS over HTTPS proxy enables secure DNS resolution by routing DNS queries over HTTPS
• Network backup
  Wi-Fi WAN, Mobile, VRRP, Wired options, each of which can be used as an automatic Failover
• Load balancing
  Balance Internet traffic over multiple WAN connections
• SSHFS
  Possibility to mount remote file system via SSH protocol
• VRF support
  Initial virtual routing and forwarding (VRF) support
• Traffic Management
  Real-time monitoring, wireless signal charts, traffic usage history

Security

• Firewall
  Preconfigured firewall rules can be enabled via WebUI, unlimited firewall configuration via CLI, DMZ, NAT, NAT-T, NAT64
• Attack prevention
  DDOS prevention (SYN flood protection, SSH attack prevention, HTTP/HTTPS attack prevention), port scan prevention (SYN-FIN, SYN-RST, X-mas, NULL flags, FIN scan attacks)
• VLAN
  Port and tag-based VLAN separation
• Mobile quota control
  Custom data limits for SIM card
• WEB filter
  Black-list for blocking out unwanted websites, Allowing specifying sites only
• Access control
  Flexible access control of SSH, Web interface, CLI and Telnet
• TPM
  Identification and authentication module, TPM 2.0 standard
• SSL certificate generation
  Let’s Encrypt and SCEP certificate generation methods
• 802.1x
  Port-based network access control client

VPN

• OpenVPN
  Multiple clients and a server can run simultaneously, 27 encryption methods
• OpenVPN Encryption
  DES-CBC 64, RC2-CBC 128, DES-EDE-CBC 128, DES-EDE3-CBC 192, DESX-CBC 192,
  BF-CBC 128, RC2-40-CBC 40, CAST5-CBC 128, RC2-64-CBC 64, AES-128-CBC 128, AES-128-CFB 128, AES-128-CFB1 128, AES-128-CFB8 128, AES-128-OFB 128, AES-128-GCM 128, AES-192-CFB 192, AES-192-CFB1 192, AES-192-CFB8 192, AES-192-OFB 192, AES-192-CBC 192, AES-192-GCM 192, AES-256-GCM 256, AES-256-CFB 256, AES-256-CFB1 256, AES-256-CFB8 256, AES-256-OFB 256, AES-256-CBC 256
• IPsec
  XFRM, IKEv1, IKEv2, with 14 encryption methods for IPsec (3DES, DES, AES128, AES192, AES256, AES128GCM8, AES192GCM8, AES256GCM8, AES128GCM12, AES192GCM12, AES256GCM12, AES128GCM16, AES192GCM16, AES256GCM16)
• GRE
  GRE tunnel, GRE tunnel over IPsec support
• PPTP, L2TP
  Client/Server instances can run simultaneously, L2TPv3, L2TP over IPsec support
• Stunnel
  Proxy designed to add TLS encryption functionality to existing clients and servers without any changes in the program’s code
• DMVPN
  Method of building scalable IPsec VPNs, Phase 2 and Phase 3 and Dual Hub support
• SSTP
  SSTP client instance support
• ZeroTier
  ZeroTier VPN client support
• WireGuard
  WireGuard VPN client and server support
• Tinc
  Tinc offers encryption, authentication and compression in it’s tunnels. Client and server support.
• Tailscale
  Tailscale offers speed, stability, and simplicity over traditional VPNs. Encrypted point-to-point connections using the open source WireGuard protocol

OPC UA

• Supported modes
  Client, Server
• Supported connection types
  TCP

MODBUS

• Supported modes
  Server, Client
• Supported connection types
  TCP
• Custom registers
  MODBUS TCP custom register block requests, which read/write to a file inside the router, and can be used to extend MODBUS TCP Client functionality
• Supported data formats
  8-bit: INT, UINT; 16-bit: INT, UINT (MSB or LSB first); 32-bit: float, INT, UINT (ABCD (big-endian), DCBA (little-endian), CDAB, BADC), HEX, ASCII

DATA TO SERVER

• Protocol
  HTTP(S), MQTT, Azure MQTT
• Data to server
  Extract parameters from multiple sources and different protocols, and send them all to a single server; Custom LUA scripting, allowing scripts to utilize the router’s Data to server feature

MQTT Gateway

• Modbus MQTT Gateway
  Allows sending commands and receiving data from MODBUS Server through MQTT broker

DNP3

• Supported modes
  Station, Outstation
• Supported connection
  TCP

DLMS/COSEM

• DLMS Support
  DLMS – standard protocol for utility meter data exchange
• Supported modes
  Client
• Supported connection types
  TCP

API

• Teltonika Networks Web API (beta) support
  Expand your device’s possibilities by using a set of configurable API endpoints to retrieve or change data. For more information, please refer to this documentation: https://developers.teltonika-networks.com

Monitoring & Management

• WEB UI
  HTTP/HTTPS, status, configuration, FW update, CLI, troubleshoot, multiple event log servers, firmware update availability notifications, event log, system log, kernel log, Internet status
• FOTA
  Firmware update from server, automatic notification
• SSH
  SSH (v1, v2)
• SMS
  SMS status, SMS configuration
• Call
  Reboot, Status, Mobile data on/off, Output on/off, answer/hang-up with a timer, Wi-Fi on/off
• Email
  Receive email message status alerts of various services
• TR-069
  OpenACS, EasyCwmp, ACSLite, tGem, LibreACS, GenieACS, FreeACS, LibCWMP, Friendly tech, AVSystem
• MQTT
  MQTT Broker, MQTT publisher
• SNMP
  SNMP (v1, v2, v3), SNMP Trap, Brute force protection
• JSON-RPC
  Management API over HTTP/HTTPS
• MODBUS
  MODBUS TCP status/control
• RMS
  Teltonika Remote Management System (RMS)

IoT Platforms

• ThingWorx
  Allows monitoring of: WAN Type, WAN IP, Mobile Operator Name, Mobile Signal Strength, Mobile Network Type
• Cumulocity – Cloud of Things
  Allows monitoring of: Device Model, Revision and Serial Number, WAN Type and IP, Mobile Cell ID, ICCID, IMEI, Connection Type, Operator, Signal Strength. Has reboot and firmware upgrade actions
• Azure IoT Hub
  Can be configured with Data to Server to send all the available parameters to the cloud. Has Direct method support which allows to execute RutOS API calls on the IoT Hub. Also has Plug and Play integration with Device Provisioning Service that allows zero-touch device provisioning to IoT Hubs
• AWS IoT Core
  Utility to interact with the AWS cloud platform. Jobs Support: Call the device’s API using AWS Jobs functionality

System Characteristics

• CPU
  MediaTek, Dual-Core, 880 MHz, MIPS1004Kc
• RAM
  256 MB, DDR3
• FLASH storage
  16 MB serial NOR flash, 256 MB serial NAND flash

Firmware / Configuration

• WEB UI
  Update FW from file, check FW on server, configuration profiles, configuration backup
• FOTA
  Update FW
• RMS
  Update FW/configuration for multiple devices at once
• Keep settings
  Update FW without losing current configuration
• Factory settings reset
  A full factory reset restores all system settings, including the IP address, PIN, and user data to the default manufacturer’s configuration

FIRMWARE CUSTOMISATION

• Operating system
  RutOS (OpenWrt based Linux OS)
• Supported languages
  Busybox shell, Lua, C, C++
• Development tools
  SDK package with build environment provided
• GPL customization
  You can create your own custom, branded firmware and web page application by changing colours, logos, and other elements in our firmware to fit your or your clients’ needs

Input / Output

• Configurable I/O
  2 x Configurable digital Inputs/Outputs on 4-pin power connector. Digital Input, 0 – 6 V detected as logic low, 8 – 50 V detected as logic high. Digital Output, Open collector output, max 30 V, 300 mA.
• Events
  Email, RMS, SMS
• I/O juggler
  Allows to set certain I/O conditions to initiate event

Power

• Connector
  4-pin industrial DC power socket
• Input voltage range
  9 – 50 VDC, reverse polarity protection, voltage surge/transient protection
• PoE (passive)
  Possibility to power up through LAN port, not compatible with IEEE802.3af, 802.3at and 802.3bt standards, Mode B, 9 – 50 VDC
• Power consumption
  Idle: <3.9 W, Max: <9 W

Physical Interfaces

• Ethernet
  2 x RJ45 ports, 10/100/1000 Mbps
• I/O’s
  2 x Configurable digital I/O on 4-pin power connector
•  Status LEDs
  1 x Mobile connection type(RGB), 1 x Mobile connection strength(RGB), 4 x LAN status, 1 x Power
• SIM
  2 x SIM slots (Mini SIM – 2FF), 1.8 V/3 V, internal SIM holders
• Power
  1 x 4-pin power connector
• Antennas
  4 x SMA for Mobile, 2 x RP-SMA for Wi-Fi
• Reset
  Reboot/User default reset/Factory reset button

Physical Specification

• Casing material
  Anodized aluminum housing and panels
• Dimensions (W x H x D)
  100 x 30 x 93.7 mm
• Weight
  319 g
• Mounting options
  DIN rail, wall mount, flat surface (all require additional kit)

Operating Environment

• Operating temperature
  -40 °C to 75 °C
• Operating humidity
  10% to 90% non-condensing
• Ingress Protection Rating
  IP30

Regulatory & Type Approvals

• Regulatory
  CE, UKCA, CB, EAC, UCRF, RCM, R-NZ, WEEE

EMC Emissions & Immunity

• Standards
  EN 55032:2015+ A11:2020 + A1:2020
  EN 55035:2017+A11:2020
  EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019+A1:2021
  EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3
  EN 301 489-3 V2.3.2
  EN 301 489-17 V3.2.4
  EN 301 489-52 V1.2.1

RF

• Standards
  EN 300 328 V2.2.2
  EN 300 440 V2.2.1
  EN 301 893 V2.1.1
  EN 301 908-1 V15.2.1
  EN 301 908-2 V13.1.1
  EN 301 908-13 V13.2.1
  EN 301 908-25 V15.1.1
• Standards
  CE: EN IEC 62311:2020
  RCM: TBD
  CB: EN IEC 62368-1:2020+A11:2020
• Standards
  CE: EN IEC 62311:2020
  RCM: TBD
  CB: EN IEC 62368-1:2020+A11:2020

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Reliable Remote Access & Connection Redundancy

One of Teltonika RUTM30’s standout features is its remote access capability, allowing secure and uninterrupted management of field devices. With auto failover and redundancy with auto switching, the router ensures uninterrupted service even during network disruptions. Also engineers can remotely check SMS configuration, mobile signal strength, and view SMS status, helping to troubleshoot in real time.

Its intelligent failover mechanisms are ideal for settings where consistent signal strength and internet status are critical, such as in industrial automation or remote utilities.

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High-Speed Mobile & Ethernet Connectivity

Equipped with dual SIM slots, the Teltonika RUTM30 supports mobile connection across multiple operators, ensuring maximum uptime. Its high-speed connectivity is backed by Gigabit Ethernet ports and robust LAN status monitoring.

In dynamic switching scenarios, Teltonika RUTM30 automatically shifts between SIM cards or networks to maintain optimal performance. This makes it perfect for applications requiring rapid handoffs or movement, such as public transport or vehicle fleets. In addition, features like digital output and collector output provide support for controlling external systems and sensors.

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Smart Configuration & Firmware Management

With configuration backup and predefined configuration profiles, large-scale rollouts become efficient and consistent. Nevertheless Teltonika’s Device Provisioning Service enables zero-touch device deployment, reducing manual setup errors.

Support for FOTA firmware updates allows simple upgrades remotely, minimizing service interruptions. For control and automation, features like output on/off, answer/hang-up, and advanced scripting tools offer unmatched flexibility.

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Installation, Packaging, and Power Requirement of Teltonika RUTM30

The packaging box includes all essentials to get started—mobile antennas, mounting hardware, and cables. Also, powering the device is easy with the rugged 4-pin power connector, compatible with standard power supply setups used in industrial settings. The router’s design supports quick installation, whether wall-mounted or placed in a cabinet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

RUTM30 & RUTM31 both shares a very similar technical specs. However here are the key differences:

• RUTM31 does not support eSIM feature, whereas RUT30 does
• RUTM31 supports a wider range of LTE bands

Always check the mobile operator compatibility and band support before choosing between the two.

Choose the RUTM5X series when you need higher data throughput, faster processing, or enhanced features like more I/O interfaces, advanced security options, or 5G readiness (depending on the model). The RUTM3X series is more compact and cost-effective for basic to mid-level industrial applications.

For Wi-Fi 6 support, you should look at the Teltonika RUTX50 or newer models in the RUTX series that specifically mention 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) in the specifications.

RUTM Series: Balanced routers with compact size, dual SIM, and mid-range performance—ideal for most industrial use cases.

RUTC Series: More cost-efficient, designed for simpler setups or budget-sensitive deployments.

RUTX Series: High-end models with advanced features like Wi-Fi 6, more Ethernet ports, USB, and faster CPUs—suitable for data-heavy or multi-user environments.

Absolutely, the RUTM30 supports remote access via Teltonika RMS and secure protocols. Allowing you to manage, monitor, and update devices from anywhere.

Yes, the RUTM30 features auto failover, ensuring seamless connectivity by automatically switching between SIM cards or network sources in case of failure.

The packaging box typically includes the RUTM30 unit, mobile antennas, a 4-pin power connector, Ethernet cable, and a quick start guide. Always verify with your supplier for exact contents.

Conclusion

We explained why Teltonika’s industrial grade products perform better than other manufacturers in this article. Being one of the largest routing & switching products manufacturer in Europe with the ‘Made in EU’ legacy, Teltonika is trusted among thousands of users across the globe.

However, Teltonika’s affordable wireless products are not only suitable for industrial use cases, but can also replace low-security, home-grade routers for SMEs and home users. This article sheds light on this fact.

Whether you’re managing infrastructure in harsh environments or deploying connectivity in mobile use cases, the Teltonika RUTM30 delivers exceptional performance with built-in connection redundancy, strong signal strength, and secure remote access. With rich features like device provisioning, dual-band Wi-Fi, and auto failover, it’s the smart choice for professionals looking for seamless connectivity.