Description

Huawei AP160 Wireless LAN Access Point

Upgrade to fast, reliable Wi-Fi 6 in Kenya with the Huawei AP160 Wireless LAN Access Point . Dual-band, easy setup, and ideal for small businesses, offices, and homes.   

Huawei eKit AP160 Wireless LAN Equipment – Full Product Description

The Huawei AP160 Wireless LAN Access Point  is a cost-effective and high-performance Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point designed for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), small offices/home offices (SOHOs), and homes in Kenya looking to upgrade their wireless network. As part of Huawei’s eKit series, the AP160 focuses on easy deployment and management, making it accessible even for users with limited IT expertise. This access point provides faster speeds, increased capacity, and improved performance in congested environments compared to older Wi-Fi standards.   

Key Features of the Huawei AP160 Wireless LAN Access Point:

  1. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Technology: Supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, offering significantly improved speeds, increased capacity, and reduced latency for a better overall wireless experience.  
  2. Dual-Band Concurrent Operation (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz): Operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands simultaneously, providing flexibility for connecting various devices and optimizing performance based on device capabilities and distance.  
  3. High Data Rates: Supports high data rates for demanding applications such as video streaming, online gaming, and large file transfers. Specify the maximum data rates for each band if available in official documentation.  
  4. OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access): Improves spectral efficiency and reduces latency, allowing more devices to connect simultaneously without significant performance degradation.  
  5. MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input Multiple-Output): Enables the access point to communicate with multiple devices concurrently, further enhancing network capacity and efficiency.  
  6. Easy Setup and Management: Designed for simple installation and configuration, often featuring user-friendly web interfaces or mobile apps for management.
  7. PoE (Power over Ethernet) Support: Can be powered via PoE, simplifying installation and reducing cabling requirements. Specify the PoE standard supported (e.g., 802.3af/at) from official documentation.  
  8. Target Wake Time (TWT): Improves battery life for connected devices by scheduling communication times.  
  9. Enhanced Security: Supports robust security protocols such as WPA3 for secure wireless connections.

Why Choose the Huawei AP160 Wireless LAN Access Point in Kenya?

  1. Affordable Wi-Fi 6 Upgrade for Kenyan Homes and Businesses: Provides a cost-effective way to experience the benefits of Wi-Fi 6 technology.
  2. Improved Speed and Capacity for Multiple Devices: Supports more connected devices and demanding applications without performance issues.
  3. Easy Deployment and Management: Simplified setup and management make it accessible for users with limited technical knowledge.
  4. Reliable Wireless Connectivity: Offers stable and reliable wireless connections for improved productivity and user experience.

Technical specifications of the Huawei AP160 

Item Specification
Installation Type Junction Box
Dimensions without packaging (H x W x D) [mm(in.)] 86 mm x 86 mm x 42.5 mm (3.39 in. x 3.39 in. x 1.67 in.)
Dimensions with packaging (H x W x D) [mm(in.)] 98 mm x 117 mm x 73 mm (3.86 in. x 4.61 in. x 2.87 in.)
Weight without packaging [kg(lb)] 0.14 kg (0.31 lb)
Weight with packaging [kg(lb)] 0.24 kg (0.53 lb)
Storage NAND Flash 256 MB
Console port None
Maximum power consumption [W] 9.1 W
Maximum heat dissipation [BTU/hour] 29.5 BTU/hour
Power supply mode PoE
Input voltage range [V] PoE: 802.3af
Service port surge protection

PoE port:

Common mode (8 wires to ground): 4 kV (1.2/50 us, 42 ohms), criterion C

Maximum number of physical ports on the entire device GE (RJ45) x 2, 10M/100M/1000M auto-sensing
Long-term operating temperature [°C(°F)] 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (From 1800 m to 5000 m [5905.51 ft. to 16404.20 ft.], the maximum temperature of the device decreases by 1°C [1.8°F] for every 300 m [984.25 ft.] increase in altitude.)
Storage temperature [°C(°F)] –40°C to +70°C (–40°F to +158°F)
Long-term operating relative humidity [RH] 5% RH to 95% RH, non-condensing
Long-term operating altitude [m(ft.)] –60 m to +5000 m (–196.85 ft to +16404.20 ft)
Atmospheric pressure [kPa] 53kPa – 106kPa ETSI 300 019-2-3
Ground floating ground
BLE Not supported
Radio number 2
Operating frequency band
  • 2.4GHz
  • 5GHz
MIMO spatial streams

Radio 0 (2.4 GHz): 2×2

Radio 1 (5 GHz): 2×2

Wi-Fi standard

2.4G: 802.11b/g/n/ax

5G: 802.11a/n/ac/ac Wave 2/ax

Radio interface Built-in smart antennas
Antenna gain

2.4 GHz:

3 dBi/chain (peak value)

3 dBi (combined gain)

5 GHz:

2 dBi/chain (peak value)

1 dBi (combined gain)

Maximum transmit power

2.4G:

17 dBm/chain

20 dBm (combined power)

5G:

17 dBm/chain

20 dBm (combined power)

Singal radio transmit power [dBm]

2.4 GHz: 0 dBm to 17 dBm/chain

5 GHz: 0 dBm to 17 dBm/chain

MTBF [year] 446 year
MTTR [hour] 2 hour
Frequency stability [ppm] +/-20
802.3bt power supply description No function is limited.
802.3at power supply description No function is limited.
802.3af power supply description No function is limited.
DC power supply description Not supported