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Product change notifications (PCN) is a way of informing customers of upcoming changes related to Teltonika Networks products. This includes outward appearance adjustments, hardware improvements, changes to package contents, etc. Changes related to a product's firmware are not included in PCNs (click here to see the firmware changelog).

This page stores information regarding changes to the RUT955 device. Below you will find a list of both upcoming and already implemented changes sorted by newest to oldest (top to bottom).

2022.08.18: Default password change

All RUT955 devices manufactured starting from 2022, week 35, will have unique default password.


Change description
Change type	Default password change.
Detailed description	RUT955 devices manufactured starting from Q3 2022 will have unique default password.
Change reasons	Increasing device security.


Affected products information
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 ******	No changes
Upcoming change date	2022, week 35


Change impact
Risk assessment	Device install procedures or any automated solutions might need modifications. Please note: this product change notification does not affect any previous RUT955 devices.
Suggested implementation plan	For more detailed information please contact your sales representative.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above

2022.08.18: QSG flyer replacement

Starting from 2022, week 35, RUT955 routers will come with a new QSG flyer in the packaging.


Change description
Change type	Replacement of QSG flyer
Detailed description	RUT955 devices manufactured starting from Q3 2022 will have a new QSG flyer in the packaging. The new QSG flyer includes the short version of QSG with a QR code/link to the full Web QSG version: teltonika-networks.com/QSG_RUT955.
	Previous design:	New design:
	The new flyer will include QR codes with URL links to RMS and the Web version of the QSG (Quick Start Guide) for the RUT955.
Change reasons	Reducing environmental impact.


Affected products information
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 ******	No changes
Upcoming change date	2022, week 35


Change impact
Risk assessment	Marketing material such as photos might need replacing.
Suggested implementation plan	Information included in this PCN will help adapt to the upcoming changes.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

2022.08.18: Changes in engraving/labeling

Starting from 2022, week 35, RUT955 routers will be produced with modified bottom engraving/labeling.


Change description
Change type	External/visual
Detailed description	The device's unique default password will be added to the bottom engraving/labeling. The formatting for the remaining information on the labeling/engraving will be adjusted, and the Fira font will be used instead of Arial. The device's unique default password information will also be added to the QR code Information displayed after scanning QR code with syntax: WIFI:T:WPA;S:{{WIFISSID}};P:{{PASSWORD}};SN:{{SERIAL}};I:{{IMEI}};M:{{MAC}};U:admin;PW:{{DEVICEPASSWORD}};B:{{BATCH}}; From the device top engraving/labeling, the previously relevant authentication information text will be removed: User/Pass: admin/admin01. The labeling on the product packaging will stay unchanged.
Detailed description	Old top engraving/labeling: Old bottom engraving/labeling:	New top engraving/labeling: New bottom engraving/labeling:
Change reasons	To accommodate the change from the standard default password to a unique default password for each device.


Affected products information
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 ******	No changes
Upcoming change date	2022, week 35


Change impact
Risk assessment	Changes to top labeling/engraving. Device's unique default password will be present on the product itself. This might impact marketing materials due to changing contents of the bottom informational engraving/labeling.
Suggested implementation plan	No implementation plan needed.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

2022-05-24: RS232 serial interface IC and RS485 TX line change

All RUT955 devices manufactured starting from Q3 2022, will require firmware version RUT9_R_00.07.02 or newer for the RS232 and RS485 interfaces to function properly.


Change description
Change type	RS232 serial interface IC and RS485 TX line control logic were changed.
Detailed description	All RUT955 devices manufactured starting from Q3 2022, will require firmware version RUT9_R_00.07.02 or newer for the RS232 and RS485 interfaces to function properly. RS232 and RS485 functionality will not be supported with previous firmware versions. Custom Firmware built on previous SDK versions you will also need RUT9_R_00.07.02 or a newer Firmware version to support RS232/RS485 functionality properly.
	Change reasons	Reducing product lead times.


Affected products information
All RUT955 ****** product codes are affected. No product code changes.
Product release date	Q3 2022


Change impact
Risk assessment	It is advised to test RUT9_R_00.07.02 Firmware release. Please note: this product change notification does not affect any previous RUT955 devices, except new RUT955 devices.
Suggested implementation plan	Firmware downloads for the device can be found here. For more detailed information please contact your sales representative.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2020-11-06: old design end of production

Effective January 4th, 2021, RUT955 old design routers will no longer be manufactured.


Change description
Change type	End of Production
Detailed description	Orders for RUT955 7V can be placed until 2020-12-15*. Production for RUT955 7V* shall end on 2021-01-04. Changes specfic to code migration from RUT955 H7V* to RUT955 T03***: Supported LTE frequency band list updated: Added LTE FDD B28 Removed LTE FDD/WCDMA B5
Change reasons	End of production
Product release date	2021-01-04


Affected products
Model	Removed order codes	Replacement order codes
RUT955	RUT955 7V**	RUT955 03**


Change impact
Risk assessment	1. Extra stock planning necessary, as it won't be possible to order any quantities after 2020-12-15 2. All running or upcoming projects, that utilize old design RUT955, must be reviewed and appropriate action taken Old and new design routers are referenced in previous PCN: https://wiki.teltonika-networks.com/view/RUT955_Product_Change_Notifications#2019.01.22:_visual_design_changes
Suggested implementation plan	Marketing material can be found at our wiki: https://wiki.teltonika-networks.com. List of changes included in this PCN will help adopting to changes.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2020.10.16: top device marking changes

Effective 2020, week 51, RUT955 router top stickers will be replaced by laser engravings transitional period is 1 month.


Change description
Change type	External/visual
Detailed description	The top sticker will be replaced by laser engravings. Information will remain the same.
Detailed description	Old version:	New version:
Change reasons	To improve manufacturing speed, efficiency, and reliability. In addition, increasing quality, precision, durability of marking and reducing environmental impact.


Affected products information
All RUT9 **** product codes are affected. No product code changes.
Product release date	2020, week 51


Change impact
Risk assessment	No risk factors encountered with this change.
Suggested implementation plan	No implementation plan needed.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2020.08.14: changes in bottom labeling

Effective 2020, week 36, RUT955 routers will be produced with modified bottom labeling/engraving.


Change description
Change type	External/visual
Detailed description	The product code will be removed from the bottom labeling/engraving. The formatting for the remaining information on the labeling/engraving will be adjusted. Product code information will also be removed from the QR code. The labeling on the product packaging will stay unchanged.
Detailed description	Old version:	New version:
Change reasons	Placing product code on the product itself is misleading, product code describes what is included in the product equipment package, not in the product itself.


Affected products information
All RUT9 **** product codes are affected. No product code changes.
Product release date	2020, week 36


Change impact
Risk assessment	The exact product code will not be present on the product itself, the exact product code will be found on the packaging box or determined by serial number. This might impact marketing materials due to changing contents of the bottom informational laser engraving.
Suggested implementation plan	No implementation plan needed.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2020.02.28: bottom device marking changes

Effective 2020, week 10, RUT955 router bottom stickers will be replaced by laser engravings.


Change description
Change type	External/visual
Detailed description	The bottom sticker will be replaced by laser engravings. Information will remain the same.
Detailed description	Old version:	New version:
Change reasons	To improve manufacturing speed, efficiency, and reliability. In addition, increasing quality, precision, durability of marking and reducing environmental impact.


Affected products information
All RUT9 **** product codes are affected. No product code changes.
Product release date	2020, week 10


Change impact
Risk assessment	No risk factors encountered with this change.
Suggested implementation plan	No implementation plan needed.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2019.06.19: device flash memory change

Effective 2019, week 23, RUT955 routers will be produced with a different type of flash memory.


Change description
Change type	Device flash memory changed
Detailed description	RUT9** series flash memory changes. Old firmware versions will not support new flash memory, meaning that only RUT9XX_R_00.06.02 and newer firmwares will work with updated hardware. Custom firmwares built on previous SDK versions will also not work.
	Change reasons	Reducing product lead times.


Affected products information
All RUT9 **** product codes are affected. No product code changes.
Product release date	2019, week 23


Change impact
Risk assessment	All risks are firmware related.
Suggested implementation plan	Firmware downloads for the device can be found here. For more detailed information please contact your sales representative.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2019.02.08: product packaging changes

Effective February, 2019, week 8, RUT955 routers will come with update packaging.


Change description
Change type	Packaging
Detailed description	Packaging design changed.
	Current design:	Improved design:
	Packaging dimensions (mm): Before: 175 (W) x 180 (D) x 76 (H) After: 355 (W) x 175 (D) x 60 (H)
Change reasons	Mechanical changes - design improvement.


Affected products information
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 03**	No changes
Product release date	February, 2019, week 8


Change impact
Risk assessment	Product handling and storing flow might need reviewing. Marketing material such as photos might need replacing.
Suggested implementation plan	Information included in this PCN will help adapt to the upcoming changes.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2019.01.22: visual design changes

Effective February, 2019, week 7, RUT955 routers will be produced with significant visual design improvements.


Change description
Change type	Mechanical/Housing. Electrical/Power connector.
Detailed description	Housing design improved.
	Current design:	Improved design:
	Flat surface mounting possibility integrated. RJ45 socket direction changed. Power supply connector changed from 2-pin to 4-pin. USB port layout changed to horizontal. SMA connector positions changed. Sim cards now have dedicated external slots. Top sticker design changes. Housing dimensions (mm): Before: 105.5 (W) x 80 (D) x 45.8 (H) After: 109.5 (W) x 100 (D) x 50 (H) Mounting space requirements (mm): Before: 110 (W) x 150 (D) x 51 (H) After: 110 (W) x 150 (D) x 51 (H)
Change reasons	Mechanical changes - design improvement.


Affected products information
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 *****0	RUT955 03*0
Product release date	February, 2019, week 7


Change impact
Risk assessment	Marketing material such as photos might need replacing. Cable management and integration procedures might need reviewing due to minor connector layout and visual changes
Suggested implementation plan	Marketing material can be found at our wiki: https://wiki.teltonika-networks.com. List of changes included in this PCN will help adopting to changes.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2018.12.04: supported LTE band changes

Effective February 2019, RUT955 routers will have different supported LTE bands.


Change description
Change type	Different LTE band support
Detailed description	Supported LTE frequency band list updated: Added LTE FDD B28 Removed LTE FDD/WCDMA B5
Change reasons	LTE B28 support
Product release date	February 2019


Affected products
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 H*****	RUT955 T*****


Change impact
Risk assessment	Device behaviour might change due to supported band list changes
Suggested implementation plan	If any band mismatch is suspected - samples are available to order.


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

2018.11.16: new top sticker

Effective December 2018, week 50, RUT955 routers will be produced with a new top sticker.


Change description
Change type	External/visual
Detailed description	Top sticker design improved
Detailed description	Old version:	New version:
Change reasons	Visual changes
Product release date	December 2018, week 50


Affected products
Model	Affected order codes	Order code changes
RUT955	RUT955 *****0	No changes


Change impact
Risk assessment	Marketing material such as photos might need replacing
Suggested implementation plan	Related marketing material can be found here


Acknowledgement of PCN receipt
If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above

To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.

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