WA201DK-NE

Indoor AP
Highly reliable wireless access
High security
Superb environment adaptability
Convenient deployment and configuration
Easy device management and maintenance
Industry-leading and reliable features

Complies with IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n.

Highly reliable wireless Uses dual-band RF modules and 3x3 MIMO
access technology, with each module providing data rates up
to 450 Mbit/s.
Gains access to IP networks using various means,
such as static IP addresses and Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and supports various
access modes for broadband service operators.
Provides various network security features, such as
High security XDoS defense and Datagram Transport Layer
Security (DTLS). Supports open system authentication
and encryption and authentication methods, such as
WLAN Authentication and Privacy Infrastructure
(WAPI), wired equivalent privacy (WEP), WLAN
protected access (WPA), and WPA2.

Automatically chooses the transmit rate, channels and

Superb environment transmit power. Automatically adapts to the radio
adaptability environment and avoids interference in real time.
Increases the signal-to-noise ratio and throughput.
Works in temperatures ranging from –10°C to +50°C.

Automatically discovers access controllers (ACs) and

Convenient network loads configurations upon startup.
deployment and Automatically adjusts channels and frequencies and
supports load balancing for user services.
configuration
Supports roaming without interrupting services.
Supports the wireless distribution system (WDS) and
mesh networks.

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 Supports fit access point (AP) management by an AC
Easy device management and and plug-and-play.
maintenance Supports real-time monitoring by the operations
support system (OSS).
Supports high-temperature protection and self-healing
for high temperature.
Spectrum Analysis and Interference Detection:
Industry-leading and reliable scans the spectrum in the radio environment in real
features time, detects interference, identifies the interference
type, and provides customized interference alarm
reporting to visualize the network quality and improve
network operation and maintenance efficiency.
Low Rate User Suppression: sets the threshold to
reduce the chance that low-rate users are scheduled
and the duration in which low-rate users occupy air
interface resources. Remaining air interface resources
can therefore be allocated to high-rate users, making
full use of air interface resources and improving
system capacity and minimizing the impact of
low-rate users on the network.
Intelligent Frequency Band Navigation: When a
dual-band STA is covered by an AP working at the
2.4 GHz band and an AP working at the 5 GHz band,
the STA is preferentially associated with the AP
working at the 5 GHz band to offload the traffic of the
AP working at the 2.4 GHz band. The two band
resources are therefore fully utilized.
Intelligent Load Balancing: If one STA is in the
cross area of multiple APs, the AC assigns the STA to
an AP based on the evaluation of the load of the APs,
such as the number of associated STAs, AP traffic,
and duty cycle.
Hotspot 2.0: aims to provide users with cellular-like
experiences by using the IEEE 802.11u standard to
provide convenient and secure Wi-Fi access, offload
traffic on the macro network, and raise user loyalty for
operators. Hotspot 2.0 supports automatic network
discovery and selection, WPA2 and 802.1X EAP
authentication.
Mesh: supports 5.8 GHz multi-hop cascaded mesh
topology, thereby facilitating automatic networking,
configuration, routing, repairing, management, and
load balancing. Additionally, the AP supports the
backhaul of WLAN services and wireless services,

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 and user authentication and encryption in the mesh
network. This feature makes networking more flexible
and reliable, and reduces the CAPEX of operators.

WA201DK-NE is an indoor AP working in 3x3 MIMO mode. It is a fit AP supporting the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
frequency bands and complying with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standards. WA201DK-NE can be powered by a
PoE-supporting switch or PoE power converted from alternating current (AC) power.
With powerful functions and high transmission rates, WA201DK-NE provides operators, Internet service
providers (ISPs), and enterprises with ideal solutions. In addition, WA201DK-NE is characterized by:
High reliability and security
Easy deployment
Automatic AC discovery and configuration
Real-time management and maintenance
It can be installed in areas that have a simple architecture with a high user density and large traffic requirements,
such as hotels, airports, schools, and small- and medium-sized enterprises.
WA201DK-NE on a wireless local area network (WLAN) has the following advantages:
High security
The WA201DK-NE supports a variety of authentication and encryption modes:
WEP authentication and encryption are applied.
WPA/WPA2 authentication and encryption are applied.
The Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS), rogue AP identification, wireless flood attack detection
and defense, and wireless spoofing attack detection prevent user access to rogue APs and service
interruption when the device is attacked, thereby improving user experience.
User isolation prevents STAs associated with the same AP from forwarding Layer 2 packets between each
other, thereby blocking direct communication between STAs.
Anti-DoS attack enables the system to blacklist users who initiate DoS attacks and protect networks from
attacks to ensure stable and secure services for users.
Easy device management and maintenance
The WA201DK-NE is a fit AP managed by an AC. After being powered on, the AP automatically discovers the
AC and loads configurations from it. Authentication, AP management, security protocol configuration, and
routing are performed by the AC, and the AP status is monitored in real time by the OSS. This simplifies AP
management and maintenance. In addition, the WA201DK-NE provides automatic channel and frequency
adjustment and in-service fast roaming.

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Figure 1 shows the typical networking of the WA201DK-NE.

Figure 1 WA201DK-NE typical networking

AP: base station in the WLAN DHCP server: address server Switch: convergence switch
AC: access controller in the WLAN OSS: operations support system

On this network, the WA201DK-NE (a fit AP) functions as a bridge to forward data. The AC is responsible for
user access, authentication, AP management, and security protocol configuration.
Developed as an indoor coverage device, the WA201DK-NE can be installed in areas that have a simple
architecture with a high user density and large traffic requirements, such as hotels, airports, schools, and small-
and medium-sized enterprises.

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 Hardware Specifications

The following illustrates the appearance of the WA201DK-NE and describes the ports, buttons, and indicators
of the WA201DK-NE.

WA201DK-NE
Figure 2 shows the ports and buttons, Figure 3 shows the indicators, and Table 2 describes the indicators.

Figure 2 Ports and buttons on the WA201DK-NE

Port and Button Description

Equipment lock port Lock slot for connecting to the chain of the lock. Anti-theft locks are not delivered,
and they must be prepared by customers if required.
ETH/PoE Adaptive to 10/100/1000 Mbit/s connections and supports PoE/PoE+.
Reset button To reset the AP, press and hold down the button for less than 3 seconds. To restore the
factory settings, press and hold down the button for longer than 10 seconds.

Figure 3 Indicators on the WA201DK-NE

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Table 2 Indicators on the WA201DK-NE

Label Meaning Status Description

POWER Power supply Steady green All AP processes have started, and the power supply and
indicator the AP are working properly.
Blinking green The AP is starting up.
Steady red The power supply is working properly, but the AP has
failed to start up or it has a hardware fault.
Blinking red The temperature is too high. In this case, the RF unit will
be disabled.
Off The AP is powered off.
LINK Transmission Steady green If the AP connects to the AC using an Ethernet cable: The
indicator AP is online, and the CAPWAP tunnel is working
properly.
If the AP connects to the AC using the WDS: The AP is
online. The CAPWAP tunnel is working properly and the
transmission of WDS signals is working properly.
Steady red The AP has obtained the IP address, but the CAPWAP
tunnel is interrupted.
Blinking red The AP is online using the WDS and the CAPWAP
tunnel is working properly. However, the WDS signal is
weak. The indicator turns steady green two hours later.
Off The AP fails to obtain an IP address.
2.4G 2.4 GHz radio Steady green The 2.4 GHz radio module is enabled.
module status
indicator Blinking green The 2.4 GHz radio module is receiving/transmitting data.
Off The 2.4 GHz radio module is disabled.
5G 5 GHz radio Steady green The 5 GHz radio module is enabled.
module status
indicator Blinking green The 5 GHz radio module is receiving/transmitting data.
Off The 5 GHz radio module is disabled.

Functions and Features

WLAN features

Compliance with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n

Channel rate adjustment
− IEEE 802.11a-compliant rates: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, or 6 Mbit/s
− IEEE 802.11b-compliant rates: 11, 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbit/s

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 − IEEE 802.11g-compliant rates: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, or 6 Mbit/s
− IEEE 802.11b- and IEEE 802.11g-compliant rates: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6, 11, 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbit/s
− Adjustable IEEE 802.11n-compliant rates
20 MHz (HT20): mcs0-23
40 MHz (HT40): mcs0-23
Automatic channel scanning
The WA201DK-NE automatically scans channels and selects the optimum channel.
Power-saving mode for STAs
Service set identifier (SSID) hiding
Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points (CAPWAP)
Automatic AC discovery
Spectrum analysis and interference detection
Low rate user suppression
Intelligent frequency band navigation
Intelligent load balancing
Compliance with mesh networks

Network features

Virtual local area network (VLAN) assignment based on SSIDs

STA isolation in the same VLAN on a virtual access point (VAP)
Support for 4093 VLAN IDs (1–4093) and 32 VLANs (16 on either RF band)
Support for the DHCP client to obtain IP addresses through DHCP
Support Hotspot 2.0

QoS features

Priority mapping according to the WLAN multimedia (WMM) profile, implementing priority-based data
processing and forwarding
WMM parameter management for each radio frequency
WMM power saving
Priority mapping for upstream and downstream packets
Queue mapping and scheduling
Rate limiting for STAs on the VAP

Security features

Open system authentication

WEP authentication and encryption
WPA/WPA2 authentication and encryption
Link integrity check (The AP stops sending radio signals when the tunnel between the AP and AC is
terminated.)
Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS)

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 User isolation
DoS Attack Prevention

Ethernet features

Compliance with IEEE 802.3z

Auto-negotiation of rates and duplex mode
Automatic switchover between the Media Dependent Interface (MDI) and Media Dependent Interface
Crossover (MDI-X)

Maintenance features

AP management and maintenance on an AC

AP management and maintenance using the command line interface (CLI)
AP maintenance using Secure Shell (SSH)
Upgrade using the CLI on the AC
Factory setting recovery using software
Alarm monitoring using the OSS

Technical Specifications

Power specifications

Power less than 15 W

Input of the PoE switch or PoE power supply: 42 V DC to 57 V DC
Compliance with AC/OSS power supply through the CAPWAP tunnel
Support for the 802.3at and 802.3af PoE power standards (The 802.3af PoE power standard lowers the
transmit power.)

Operating environment specifications

Operating temperature: –10°C to +50°C

Storage temperature: –40°C to +70°C
Operating relative humidity: 5% RH to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Storage relative humidity: 10% RH to 100% RH (non-condensing)
Protection rating: IP41

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 Physical specifications

Dimensions (H x W x D): 40 mm x 200 mm x 200 mm

Weight: 0.6 kg (without installation accessories)
Installation mode: on a wall, on a ceiling, or on a keel
Mean time between failures (MTBF): 100,000 hours

WLAN specifications

Antenna type: integrated dual-band 3x3 antenna array (supports MIMO)

Antenna gain: 2G:3dBi
5G: 3dBi
Adjustment step: 1 dB
transmit power
Frequency Transmit Power
Band (which may be lowered due to limitations of local regulations and laws)
2.4 G 3 Antenna Port*20dBm/(3*100mW)
5G  High band@5.725GHz-5.825GHz：3AntennaPorts*20dBm/(3*100mW)
 Middle band@5.470GHz-5.7250GHz：3Antenna Ports*19dbm/(3*80mW)
 Low band@5.150GHz-5.350GHz：3Antenna Ports*18dBm/(3*60mW)

Issue: 03
Date: 2014-05-28

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