Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 wireless network

The AP263 is designed to transmit Wi-Fi 6 wireless networks, supporting IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ax protocols in the 2.4 GHz band and IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac/ax protocols in the 5 GHz band. The maximum theoretical throughput is 574 Mb/s in 2.4 GHz and 2402 Mb/s in 5 GHz. This speed is more than sufficient for most internet-related activities, including streaming 4K videos online, gaming, or downloading large files.

The access point also utilizes many additional features that positively impact network quality. MU-MIMO allows simultaneous transmission and reception of data from multiple clients, eliminating data queuing. Beamforming shapes the beam to improve connection with devices at the edge of the range, while TWT helps save energy by waking up connected devices only when transmission is initiated.

2 gigabit Ethernet ports, USB ports, PoE / DC socket plug

The offered product is equipped with 2 gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000 Mb/s), one with PoE input located at the back of the enclosure, and the other at the bottom. You can power the device using PoE in 802.3 af standard or through the DC socket (12 V voltage). The maximum power consumption is 12 W. An additional asset is the USB port, which you can use to connect an external IoT device (ZigBee / RFID).

Smart antennas

The access point features Smart antennas, consisting of multiple elements that can work independently. Depending on the requirements, the antenna elements can modify the shape of the main beam to provide the best possible coverage to connected clients. The device adapts to radio conditions and provides significantly better signal coverage than APs equipped with standard omni-directional antennas. The gain is 2 dBi in the 2.4 GHz band and 3 dBi in the 5 GHz band.

Up to 256 clients

The Huawei AP263 can handle a maximum of 256 client devices connected simultaneously. APs from the eKitEngine series are well-suited for locations with or potentially hosting many users. The system supports load balancing and smart roaming, so if one access point becomes overloaded, users are switched to others.

The DFA (Dynamic Frequency Allocation) algorithm is used for automatically detecting wireless channel usage and recognizing overlapping transmissions. In the case of multiple access points, they operate to avoid interfering with each other. Additionally, technologies like EDCA (Enhanced Distributed Channel Access) and airtime scheduling enable the scheduling of channel utilization for specific client devices, ensuring equal access to the network for each of them.

A significant advantage of the eKitEngine-based system is the optimization of network utilization by client devices. Clients with low signal strength or slow connection speeds are automatically disconnected to improve overall transmission quality. Additionally, the AP263 features a 5G-prior function where client devices are primarily connected in the 5 GHz band to provide them with the best possible throughput. This reduces congestion and interference in the 2.4 GHz band significantly.

Advanced wireless system

The offered product is designed to work in a large wireless system composed of multiple access points. Such a network is capable of covering even very large areas, depending on the number of devices used. The system supports data roaming, where users are automatically switched between individual access points without losing their connection.

Huawei solutions offer a wide range of features related to bandwidth control, improving transmission quality, and security. For user authentication, you can utilize methods such as 802.1x, MAC addresses, or captive portal. An advanced management and monitoring system will help you reduce the time spent on network administration, for example, through automatic detection and recognition of various types of errors.

Four operating modes

Access points can operate in four modes:

• Fat AP - the access point operates independently, and configuring and managing it resembles the process for standard wireless routers. It's suitable for small networks where you use only one AP.
• Leader AP - it allows configuring the device as a "leader," thereby taking on the role of a controller in the network. You can connect other access points to the device in Leader AP mode to create an expanded system. This mode is best suited for small networks, such as offices or restaurants, and helps reduce costs associated with purchasing additional controllers.
• Cloud AP -  in this mode, the access point can be managed from a cloud-based platform. This platform significantly simplifies monitoring work and conducting preliminary configurations, eliminating the need for additional management devices.
• Fit AP - this is the basic mode of operation in which the access point connects to a controller.

Multiple uses

The Huawei AP263 is ideally suited for office applications in various types of businesses due to its design. In addition to transmitting a wireless network, it provides users with an Ethernet port to which you can connect a device such as a PC. This helps reduce the amount of cabling used, especially if access to an Ethernet socket is necessary in a particular room.