Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (formerly Fluidmesh)

Get ultra-reliable, low-latency wireless backhaul for OT and IT mobility and fixed applications.

Easily connect standard, mission-critical, and real-time applications anywhere you need them

Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul is a new generation of wireless technology that lets you achieve fiberlike performance for mission-critical applications. Like 5G URLLC, it features ultra-low latency to enable the most demanding real-time applications. Like fiber, it offers ultra-reliable broadband connectivity. It’s easy to deploy, maintain, and operate, making it the ideal choice for IT and OT backhaul.

With Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul, you can…

Get reliable, fiberlike wireless anywhere

Enjoy ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity for your most demanding applications.

Simplify deployment and operation

Easy to install as Wi-Fi, the technology uses an integrated web tool to deploy. You can manage from anywhere with its simple interface.

Keep control of your network

Control costs, service levels, and results with your own private network. See all your network's KPIs on a dashboard.

If you care about it, Cisco connects it

Rail and mass transit

CBTC, onboard Wi-Fi, CCTV, VoIP, inter-car, femtocells. See Connected Rail solution brief.

Ports and terminals

TOS and automation to RTG, STS, AGV and tractors. See ports and terminal operations solutions.

Mining

Remote control, AHS, ADS, FMS dispatch, CCTV. Read mining blog.

Digital divide

Bridge the gap with unconnected areas. See Cisco Reference Design (CRD) guide and solution overview.

Wireless video surveillance

Video/VoIP for emergency stations and security cameras

Oil and Gas

Vehicles connectivity, pipelines telemetry, CCTV

Airports

Vehicles control and dispatch, de-icing, CCTV, VoIP

Roadways and intersections

Traffic lights management and control. See Roadways and intersections solutions.

Drones

Secure connectivity for situational awareness

Warehousing and logistics

Wireless comms for AGV and AS/RS systems

Power and water utilities

Sensors telemetry, remote monitoring

Governments and military

Protected connectivity for remote monitoring and safety

Campus and education

CCTV, monitoring, security alerts, WiFi backhaul

Events and entertainment

The go-to solution for dark rides and theme parks

Automotive

Enhance AMRs and AGVs connectivity for factory floors

See industry solutions

Fueling innovation on and off the track

Innovation of autonomous operations starts at the Indy Autonomous Challenge. Cisco IoT safely and reliably connects the first autonomous car race at Indy Motor Speedway. Learn how it applies to you.

2021 IoT Breakthrough Awards Program

Cisco wins M2M Network Equipment Company of the Year award with wireless backhaul.

Our award-winning Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul products

Cisco FM4500 Fiber

Ideal for wayside communications
SFP fiber port for direct connection
Up to 500 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM4500 Mobi

M12 connectors for enhanced vibration resistance
Suitable for trucks, cranes, and rail
Up to 500 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM3500 Endo

Good choice for IT and OT backhaul
RJ-45 Ethernet ports
Up to 500 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM3200 Base

Point-to-multipoint base station
Wide horizontal coverage antenna
Up to 150 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM4200 Fiber

Ideal for CBTC and low-bandwidth wayside communications
SFP fiber port for direct connection
Up to 100 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM1200 Volo

Fixed wireless networks
Point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and mesh
Up to 100 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM Ponte Kit

Wireless bridge kit consisting of 2 radios
Ideal for video, voice, and data backhauling
50 Mbps with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency

Cisco FM1000 Gateway

Cisco FM radio traffic aggregator
Medium-scale Fluidity deployments
Support for hundreds of Cisco FM radios

Cisco FM10000 Gateway

Cisco FM radio traffic aggregator
Large-scale Fluidity deployments
Support for hundreds of Cisco FM radios

Cisco FM Monitor

FM network monitoring dashboard
Real-time network status and KPIs
Secure, on-premises installation

Cisco FM Shield Bracket

Thick steel structure for impact resistance
Resistant to strong vibrations on moving vehicles
Wall- or pole-mount for flexible installation

Customer success stories and testimonials

La Spezia Container Terminal improves operations

Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul helps improve container terminal operations.

Malta Freeport Terminals modernize shipping

Cisco’s low latency wireless solution helps improve port productivity.

Italian cable car elevates network connectivity

Cisco wireless solutions help improve cable car safety and reliability.

Texas school district brings internet access to students

Cisco IoT solutions help school district closes the digital divide.

“Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul has redefined our perception of what can be done with wireless. It is the first time that our operators have been able to drive around the terminal without dropping a single ping. We believe this solution to be a no-brainer for any terminal looking to solve TOS connectivity or any terminal looking to roll out an automation-capable OT network. Uptime for us is king and Cisco Wireless Backhaul has over-delivered on its promises.”

Stefano Lorenzini, Technical Department of La Spezia Container Terminal

“Automation is a top priority over the coming year for our customers. Across industrial environments, like manufacturing and distribution centers, autonomous vehicles are reducing downtime, improving productivity, and ensuring operator safety. In cargo ports, operators are controlling autonomous guided vehicles, like cranes and straddle carriers, safely and efficiently from the comfort of temperature-controlled offices. The Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul network is often at the heart of all these solutions.”

Richard Simmons, VP of Technology, IoT, Logicalis

“Prism has been working with Cisco for years, deploying ultra-reliable wireless backhaul across various industries from autonomous vehicles to rail to amusement parks rides. We know this technology works because we have implemented it in some extraordinarily challenging applications. It was a no-brainer for Prism to engage when presented with the opportunity to support the Indy Challenge to further autonomous development. Together, Prism and Cisco have the right technology and skillsets needed to deliver the connectivity required in high-speed autonomous racing.”

Keith Jones, President, Prism Systems, Inc.

“We evaluated several technologies and none offered the performance we needed to make Clemson’s autonomous racecar prototype a success. We chose Cisco’s Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul for its ultra-low latency, make-before-break seamless hand off, and proven performance in high-speed moving environments. While the vehicle can drive itself, we need Cisco’s solution to ensure safety protocols are in place and that the vehicle can be stopped in an emergency.”

Robert Prucka, Deep Orange 12 faculty lead and Kulwicki Endowed Professor, Motorsports Engineering at Clemson University

Bridging the digital divide

School districts like Canutillo in Texas are collaborating with Cisco to deliver secure, fast, reliable Wi-Fi access to educators, students, and communities.