This will be an exclusive update on the Evo platform, our next-generation standards-based converged solution purpose-built to empower service providers worldwide. Evo is designed to deliver multi-gigabit performance while maximizing spectrum efficiency across 3 GHz (CBRS), 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands—all within a single, scalable platform.
In this session, our presenters will walk you through:
Ultimate spectral flexibility: How Evo combines 3/5/6 GHz for the widest deployment options.
Gigabit-to-the-subscriber capabilities: Leveraging advanced MU-MIMO, interference mitigation, and frequency reuse.
Future-proof design: Standards-based SDR + FPGA architecture for ongoing upgrades (Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7, and beyond).
Disruptive economics: Minimize costs with backward compatibility—protecting your current investment in PMP and ePMP™ subscriber modules—with no recurring activation fees, capacity keys, or management fees on client radios.
Seamless migration path: Deploy today with PMP 450 and ePMP solutions, and transition gracefully to Evo without service disruption.
With Evo, WISPs can fortify their networks, optimize capacity, and prepare for tomorrow’s demand—all while simplifying operations through cnMaestro™ cloud-native management.
Speakers:
Matt Mangriotis - Senior Director PLM, Cambium Networks
Hey Matt, whats in the pipeline for the 4500 series in terms of software fixes/updates/features. Evo sounds great, already on the 4500 train. I’d imagine people want it to be awesome now, and become super awesome when it merges with Evo.
Thanks Sam. In addition to really focusing on Evo development, we will continue to optimize performance on both 4500 and 4600 platforms throughout 2026 with multiple software releases. Are you aware of or using the asymmetric channel bandwidth feature of the platform? Is there anything specific that requires our attention (i.e. a bug or limitation that you’ve run into using the product)?
What is the compatibility for original 450 Integrated or connectorized SMs? For Force180 or Force200 SMs? According to the slide deck, there is compatibility with 450b, 450v, and 4XXX series, but we still have a decent amount of legacy equipment in play.
Totally understand that a lot of legacy equipment is still out there. However, in most cases, there simply isn’t enough horsepower in these legacy radios to enable them to keep up with the Evo protocol. To answer you directly, the original 450 SM hardware will NOT be compatible with Evo. The Connectorized 450b SM will be compatible. Equipment prior to ePMP 4000 series equipment likewise will NOT be compatible with Evo. As I stated in the webinar, now is a great time to consider updating your networks to 450b, 450v or the ePMP 4000 series equipment to be ready for the transition to Evo in 2027.
Not sure if the place for questions about the EVO product, but one thing I was unclear on was about the Wifi chipset + FPGA of the Evo system. Is the FPGA only there to allow existing PMP450 radios to connect or is also acting as a co-processor for the Wifi chipset to add functionality? Sort of how AirmaxAC is 802.11ac wifi chipset but they also added a co-processor (fixed-function) to allow for extra functionality.
