Ion — TAK Server

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Made to order — contact for production lead time Ion is built by NATAK Mesh on confirmed order. Typically around 2–4 week estimate. For agency volume, bulk orders, or questions abo ut which server option fits your team, contact [email protected]. Ion is a standalone TAK Server appliance — no radios, no mesh. Plug it into whatever connectivity you already have (WiFi grid, cellular, Starlink) and you've got a private TAK server your team owns and controls. Built for a team-lead, FOB, or base-station role, not something you wear. The Ion has more processing power than most out-of-the-box TAK server options, many of which run on a Raspberry Pi at a higher price — with your choice of Official TAK Server or Open TAK Server. Open TAK Server: simpler account creation, setup NATAK already has documented. Official TAK Server is a more advanced option for groups wanting to run multiple federated servers. A custom NATAK Mesh front-end makes the official server easier to manage than the command-line setup a DIY install would require. What's included Includes the mini PC, power supply, WiFi access point, and Tailscale pre-installed. No radios, no mesh hardware — if you need field-deployed or on-body comms, see Nucleus instead. Why We Love It NATAK's management software up front. Create accounts and manage the server without touching the command line — most DIY TAK Server installs don't give you that. Official or Open TAK Server — your choice. Pick the one that fits your team at checkout. Same hardware either way. More power than most out-of-the-box TAK servers. Many run on a Raspberry Pi and cost more than Ion. Federation-ready. Official TAK Server supports linking multiple servers together across teams or locations. Tailscale included. Remote access and updates, out of the box. FAQ Do I need a Nucleus too?No. Ion is a standalone TAK server — it runs independent of any field radios. Pair it with Nucleus if you want the mesh-plus-server combo, but it's not required. Official TAK Server or Open TAK Server — which do I pick?Open TAK Server is simpler to set up — NATAK already has the documentation, and it's the right call for most single-server teams. Official TAK Server is built for teams running multiple federated servers across locations. Same hardware, same price — your choice at checkout. What connectivity does Ion use?No onboard radio. Plug it into whatever connectivity you already have — WiFi, cellular, Starlink — and it runs your private TAK server on that. Can I manage it without touching the command line?Yes — NATAK's front-end handles account creation and server management. Most DIY TAK Server installs don't give you that. Technical Specs Hardware: Intel Core mini PC — exact model varies by availability; will meet or exceed requirements for the TAK Server Server software: Official TAK Server or Open TAK Server (your choice, same price) Included: Mini PC, power supply, WiFi access point, Tailscale pre-installed Vendor: NATAK Mesh Show more