Description
Product Overview of Watchguard WG001581 AP100 wireless access point
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 wireless access point is a versatile device that provides wireless connectivity for multiple devices simultaneously. It supports multiple wireless protocols including IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, providing maximum data rates of up to 300 Mbit/s. This wireless access point comes with two internal antennas and two external antennas for enhanced wireless coverage. It can be wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted to fit different installation environments.
IEEE 802.11 Standards
IEEE 802.11 is a set of wireless networking standards that govern the transmission of wireless signals between devices. The 802.11 standard defines the frequency bands and data rates for wireless communication. The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 supports multiple IEEE 802.11 standards including 802.11a/b/g/n.
Wireless Protocol Support
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 supports multiple wireless protocols including IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, providing maximum data rates of up to 300 Mbit/s. These protocols use different frequency bands for wireless communication. The 802.11a protocol uses the 5 GHz frequency band while the 802.11b/g/n protocols use the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
Antennas
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 wireless access point comes with two internal antennas and two external antennas for enhanced wireless coverage. The external antennas can be used to extend the wireless range of the access point, while the internal antennas provide coverage for nearby devices.
Network Connectivity
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 comes with one RJ-45 network port that can be used to connect the access point to a wired network. This network port supports speeds of up to 1 Gbps, allowing for high-speed data transfer between the access point and the wired network.
Mounting Options
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 can be wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted to fit different installation environments. Wall-mounting the access point is ideal for smaller spaces or when the device needs to be installed at a specific height. Ceiling-mounting the access point is ideal for larger spaces where the device needs to be installed at a higher elevation to provide better wireless coverage.
Security Features
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 comes with a range of security features to ensure the wireless network is secure. The access point supports WPA and WPA2 encryption, which provides a high level of security for wireless communication. It also supports MAC address filtering, which allows the network administrator to restrict access to the wireless network based on the MAC address of the device.
Management Features
The Watchguard WG001581 AP100 comes with a range of management features that allow the network administrator to monitor and manage the access point. The device can be managed using a web interface or via SNMP, allowing the administrator to monitor the status of the access point and configure settings such as wireless channels and SSIDs.
Summary, the Watchguard WG001581 AP100 wireless access point is a versatile device that provides high-speed wireless connectivity for multiple devices simultaneously. It supports multiple wireless protocols including IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, providing maximum data rates of up to 300 Mbit/s. The device comes with two internal antennas and two external antennas for enhanced wireless coverage and can be wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted to fit different installation environments. The access point also comes with a range of security and management features that make it an ideal choice for businesses looking for a reliable wireless access point.
General Information about the Watchguard WG001581
- Manufacturer: Watchguard
- Model Number or SKU# WG001581
- Product Type: Wireless Access Point
Performance
- 10GIGABIT Ethernet Port: No
- brand Name: WATCHGUARD
- ETHERNET Port: Yes
- fast Ethernet Port: Yes
- form Factor: Ceiling Mountable
- form Factor: Wall Mountable
- gigabit Ethernet Port: Yes
- hdmi: No
- number Of Internal Antennas: 2
- number Of Network (rj-45) Ports: 1
- poe (rj-45) Port: No
- power Source: Ac Adapter
- power Source: Poe+
- powerline: No
- product Model: Ap100
- product Type: Wireless Access Point
- total Number Of Antennas: 2
- usb: No
- vga: No
- wireless Lan Standard: Ieee 802.11a/b/g/n
- wireless Transmission Speed: 300 Mbit/s
