AT&T Launches First Device Integrating Fiber and 5G for Business Connectivity

AT&T introduces the first single-box solution combining fiber and 5G for businesses, offering seamless failover to 5G during fiber outages. Launching in early 2024, this integrated gateway supports reliable, high-speed connectivity, ensuring continuous business operations with features like automatic failover, Wi-Fi 6E, and cost-effective deployment. Designed to help companies avoid productivity losses during connectivity issues, AT&T’s device is ideal for service-driven businesses with multiple locations. Learn how AT&T's new gateway can transform your business connectivity needs.
AT&T Launches First Device Integrating Fiber and 5G for Business Connectivity
Image Credit: AT&T | AT&T’s integrated gateway provides businesses with continuous, reliable connectivity with a single-box solution

Key Highlights

  • Industry-Leading Innovation: AT&T introduces the first-ever business device that merges AT&T Business Fiber with 5G for automatic internet failover.
  • Reliable Connectivity: This integrated gateway combines fiber and 5G, ensuring consistent, uninterrupted service.
  • Automatic Failover: The device switches seamlessly to AT&T’s 5G network in the rare case of fiber outages, providing businesses with steady connectivity from a single, convenient device.

Nationwide Rollout of AT&T’s Fiber and 5G Gateway Coming in 2024

Starting early next year, AT&T’s innovative gateway will be accessible nationwide for select new AT&T Business Fiber customers who subscribe to speeds of 1 Gbps or higher. This new gateway, the first of its kind for business customers, combines high-speed fiber internet with 5G backup to maintain continuous connectivity. In the event of a fiber interruption, the device will automatically switch to AT&T’s 5G network (where available) and revert to fiber when service is restored, allowing businesses to remain connected without manual intervention.


This unique solution will initially roll out in Arkansas, California, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, Oklahoma, and Texas.

The Importance of Reliable Business Connectivity and How AT&T Delivers

For businesses, connectivity issues can mean lost revenue, productivity setbacks, and customer dissatisfaction. AT&T’s integrated gateway provides a seamless convergence of fiber and 5G wireless networks in a single device, helping to prevent disruptions. This device is particularly beneficial for businesses with lean operational teams, offering a simple, effective way to maintain operations during outages.

Key Features of AT&T’s Fiber and 5G Integrated Gateway

  • 5G-Enabled Connectivity: AT&T’s integrated gateway is the first to combine AT&T Business Fiber and 5G backup in a single device, preventing productivity loss and disruptions during unexpected internet outages.
  • 5G Network Speeds: With access to AT&T’s 5G network, the device offers faster speeds than typical 4G/LTE failover solutions.
  • Wi-Fi 6E Technology: Equipped with Wi-Fi 6E, the gateway provides faster, more reliable connections and greater coverage by utilizing the new 6GHz band, suitable for high-traffic environments.
  • Automatic Failover and Recovery: In the event of a fiber outage, the device seamlessly transitions to the wireless backup network, then switches back to fiber when service resumes, minimizing downtime.
  • Cost-Effective Solution: The single-box solution reduces the need for additional IT resources and the costs associated with prolonged downtimes.
  • Integrated Design for Simplified Deployment: By merging all fiber and 5G wireless functionalities into a single device, deployment across business locations is streamlined and efficient.

How AT&T’s New Gateway Keeps Businesses Connected During Outages

Mike Troiano, AT&T Business’s Senior Vice President of Business Products, emphasized the innovation behind this device as part of AT&T’s ongoing commitment to reliable business connectivity. “Our first integrated device marks a transformative milestone in connectivity,” Troiano said. “As digital transformation progresses, businesses need converged solutions more than ever. AT&T is leading the industry with a robust infrastructure of fiber broadband and wireless to support businesses of all sizes. This gateway is a testament to our dedication to innovation, providing businesses with connectivity tools that meet both current and future demands, helping them to grow and succeed in a rapidly changing landscape.”

Analyst Insights: The Value of AT&T’s Fiber and 5G Business Gateway

According to Will Townsend, Principal Analyst at Moor Insights & Strategy, AT&T’s decision to develop a device with automatic failover is a logical progression given its extensive investments in fiber and mobile networks. “While internet backup for businesses is not new, consolidating it into a single hardware and software solution is novel. This device is particularly advantageous for service-oriented businesses with multiple locations, which need consistent connectivity to ensure reliable operations and maximize revenue.”

How AT&T’s Fiber-5G Gateway Sets New Standards for Business Connectivity

By integrating fiber and 5G in one device, AT&T’s new gateway sets a benchmark for reliable and scalable business connectivity. The device provides a smooth, automatic transition to 5G during fiber interruptions, ensuring that businesses remain online without interruptions. This innovative gateway exemplifies AT&T’s commitment to pioneering connectivity solutions that drive productivity, reduce costs, and enhance operational resilience.


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