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 RUT230 device. Below you will find a list of both upcoming and already implemented changes sorted by newest to oldest (top to bottom).
2020.10.16: top device marking changes
Effective 2020, week 51, RUT230 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.
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 RUT2** ****** 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, RUT230 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.
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 RUT2** ****** 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.
2020.06.19: end of production
Effective December 15th, 2020, it will not be possible to order RUT230 series devices.
Change description
Change type
End of Production
Detailed description
Orders for RUT230 ****** can be placed until 2020-12-15 Production for RUT230 ****** shall continue up until 2021-12-15, depending on placed orders
Change reasons
End of Production
Change date
2020-12-15
Affected products
Model
Removed order code
Replacement order code
RUT230
All RUT230 ****** codes are affected
RUT240 ******
Change impact
Risk assessment
Extra stock planning necessary, as it won't be possible to order any quantities after 2020-12-15
All running or upcoming projects, that utilize RUT230, must be reviewed and appropriate action taken
Suggested action taken
You must contact your Teltonika sales manager who will advise you regarding planning orders or best approach for migrating from RUT230.
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, RUT230 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.
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 RUT2** ****** 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.
2019.09.12: order code changes
Effective October 2019 (transitional period – 1 month) standard order codes for RUT230 will change. All order codes from this category will become obsolete: RUT230 *0****
Change description
Change type
Order code removed
Detailed description
The order code RUT230 *0**** with UC20-E module will be replaced with order code RUT230 *1**** with UC20-G (Global) module.
RUT230 *0**** order code with UC20-E module supported 3G: B1, B8 2G: B2, B3, B5, B8 frequencies. RUT230 *1**** order code UC20-G module supports Global frequencies: 3G: B1, B2, B5, B8, B19 2G: B2, B3, B5, B8.
Change reasons
UC20-E module replaced by UC20-G module.
Product release date
October 2019
Affected products
Model
Removed order code
Replacement order code
RUT230
RUT230 *0****
RUT230 *1****
Change impact
Risk assessment
From now on you will have to order RUT230 using one of the valid ordering codes from RUT230 *1**** code category.
If you use smart and/or automated order processing and warehousing systems you must update information regarding RUT230 order code with correct updated order code.
Suggested implementation plan
You must contact your Teltonika sales manager who will advise you regarding the correct new RUT230 order code suiting your demands for package contents and included accessories.
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 33, RUT230 routers will be produced with a different type of flash memory.
Change description
Change type
Device flash memory changed
Detailed description
RUT2** series flash memory changes.
Old firmware versions will not support new flash memory, meaning that only RUT2XX_R_00.01.07 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 RUT2** ****** product codes are affected. No product code changes.
Product release date
2019, week 33
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.
2018.11.16: new top sticker
Effective December 2018, week 50, RUT230 routers will be produced with a new top sticker.
Change description
Change type
External/visual
Detailed description
Top sticker design improved
Old version:
New version:
Change reasons
Visual changes
Product release date
December 2018, week 50
Affected products
Model
Affected order codes
Order code changes
RUT230
RUT230 *****0
No changes
Change impact
Risk assessment
Marketing material such as photos might need replacing
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 a pdf version of this notification, click here.
