RAK7391 WisGate Connect – Modular CM4 Edge Gateway for Smart Building
Raspberry Pi CM4, LoRaWAN, Zigbee, Docker, HDMI, GPIO, PoE, WisBlock
General Description
The RAKwireless RAK7391 WisGate Connect is a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) -based smart edge gateway designed for modular and scalable integration. It supports various IoT protocols such as LoRaWAN®, Zigbee, Bluetooth 5.0 , and offers rich connectivity via HDMI, 1 Gb/2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.0/2.0, GPIO, mPCIe, M.2, DSI, CSI, and PoE .
Thanks to its robust aluminum chassis with passive cooling , it is suitable for residential, industrial or professional environments. The RAKPiOS system provides complete software management, with Docker, VPN, configuration scripts and CLI interface for rapid automation of IoT services.
Recommended Applications
- Multi-channel LoRaWAN gateway (up to 16 channels + 2.4 GHz)
- Home automation hub for smart homes or buildings
- Industrial automation and energy monitoring
- Embedded IoT server in constrained environments
- Prototyping platform for integrators and makers
Key Features
- CM4 based modular architecture, up to 8GB RAM / 32GB eMMC
- Multi-protocol support: LoRaWAN, Zigbee, Bluetooth 5.0, LTE
- Native support for Docker, RAKPiOS, pre-configured scripts and CLI
- Comprehensive interfaces: HDMI, USB 3.0, USB-C, CSI, DSI, GPIO HAT
- 2 Ethernet ports (1 Gb with PoE, 2.5 Gb without PoE)
- 3 mPCIe slots + 1 M.2 B-Key slot (SSD or radio module)
- Integrated OLED display, RTC with battery, configurable buzzer
- Integrated sensors: voltage, PCB temperature
- WisBlock compatible for industrial protocols (ModBUS, 4–20 mA, etc.)
Technical Specifications
Processor |
Raspberry Pi CM4 (up to 8GB RAM / 32GB eMMC) |
Storage |
eMMC CM4 + NVMe SSD via M.2 B-Key |
USB ports |
2 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB-C (eMMC flash) |
Video |
1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DSI, 2 x CSI (cameras) |
Ethernet |
1 GbE PoE (802.3at/bt), 2.5 GbE (without PoE) |
Connectivity |
WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, LoRaWAN, Zigbee, LTE |
Expansion slots |
3 x mPCIe, 1 x M.2 B-Key |
GPIO |
40-pin standard Raspberry Pi HAT |
Display |
OLED integrated into the front |
Audio/Video |
Configurable buzzer, HDMI, CSI, DSI |
Temperature |
Passive or active ventilation via PWM |
Food |
10–28 V DC (Jack, Phoenix, or PoE) |
Consumption |
Approximately 25 W depending on the modules used |
Format |
Mini-ITX (170 x 170 mm), aluminum chassis |
Certifications |
FCC, ISED (North America and other markets) |
Package Contents
- 1 x RAK7391 WisGate Connect Gateway (with selected CM4)
- 1 x Mini-ITX aluminum chassis with bracket
- 1 x integrated OLED module (mounted)
- 1 x DC power cable or Phoenix connector (depending on version)
- 1 x Quick Start Guide
Warning & Recommendations
- Use a regulated 10–28 VDC or IEEE 802.3at/bt compliant PoE power supply
- mPCIe and M.2 modules must be installed with care
- RAKPiOS recommended for maximum compatibility
- Recommended technical support for advanced industrial deployment
LoRaWAN® is a trademark used under license from the LoRa Alliance®. WisGate™, WisBlock™ and RAKPiOS™ are solutions developed by RAKwireless.