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The HiPath Wireless family of Access Points are enterprise-class

dual radio 802.11a/b/g capable, providing coverage anywhere
that wireless LAN (WLAN) service is required. Unique Plug-and-
Play technology dramatically simplifies deployment of the
network.
The distribution of responsibilities between the AP and
Controller is optimized by using a "Fit AP" model that balances
high performance, security and manageability.

HiPath Wireless Access Points

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The HiPath Wireless solution optimizes the Dual band, multi SSID flexibility Proactive wireless intrusion detection
processing load between the Access Point Each AP houses two independently man- and prevention
and Controller using a "Fit AP" to deliver ex- ageable radios, one for 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz APs scan different RF channels at regular in-
ceptional performance while remaining band) and one for 802.11a (5 GHz band). tervals – while also providing network ac-
easy to manage. HiPath Wireless APs can Each radio supports up to eight separate cess to users – to identify all wireless nodes
handle the full processing load for certain SSIDs, each with its own configuration, se- within their airspace. This information is
applications, providing an unmatched level curity and policy settings. As a result, there then passed on to the HiPath Wireless
of flexibility and performance for complex, are sixteen "virtual APs" for every physical Controller, where it is consolidated for re-
time-sensitive functions including QoS, en- unit. This can be used to enable an addition- view by network administrators. Integrating
cryption, RF management, and rogue AP al level of security and quality by separating HiPath Wireless Manager HiGuard enhances
detection. Global functions like configura- specific types of traffic or groups of users on this process by consolidating AP scan infor-
tion, roaming, security management, and to different SSIDs. This segmentation is in mation into compliance reports.
policy control are centralized at the Control- addition to the Virtual Network Services
ler. The result is a WLAN infrastructure that user management supported by the Dynamic RF management and load
can easily be expanded to support ad- HiPath Wireless Controller providing un- balancing for reliable performance
vanced Open Mobile Enterprise Solutions. precedented yet flexible network manage- HiPath Wireless APs work together to deliver
Furthermore, HiPath Wireless is ideally suit- ment. interference prevention and load sharing.
ed to accommodate new high-performance Each AP is able to intelligently and dynami-
technologies such as VoWLAN and "Plug & Play" network installation cally adjust its transmit power and channel
802.11n. A HiPath Wireless Access Point will automat- selection based on user position and infor-
ically register itself with an available mation from nearby APs. This process,
Ease of Deployment & Controller and download its configuration.
The AP can immediately provide service to
known as Dynamic RF Management, en-
sures optimal performance for associated
Management Control users without having to be manually config- clients. If an AP fails, neighboring APs will
ured. New AP registration with the increase power to maintain coverage in the
Deploy WLAN anywhere Controller is handled securely, ensuring affected area, maintaining a consistent
The HiPath Wireless AP models are designed that only authorized APs are recognized. high level of performance despite the dy-
to provide optimal RF coverage in almost namic and inconsistent nature of RF traffic.
any environment. The AP2610 uses discrete Central configuration and monitoring
internal antennas, while the AP2620 fea- All APs associated with a Controller are indi-
vidually monitored and managed. When
Solutions Enablement
tures directional external antennas to allow
extended coverage and minimal interfer- needed, each AP can be separately config- Capabilities
ence in hard-to-reach areas like hallways or ured, enabled, or disabled. APs can be man-
behind pillars. Indoor access points can be aged through the Controller via SNMP, End-to-end VoWLAN
mounted on walls or ceilings, or kept com- which provides alarms, traps and reporting HiPath Wireless APs are optimized for the in-
pletely out of sight by mounting them statistics suitable for network managers. dustry’s leading VoWLAN devices to ensure
above suspended ceilings (plenum mount- APs also provide consolidated reports for peak call quality and reliability. Support for
ed). Wireless Distribution System (WDS) - performance management, security log- WMM-UAPSD will maximize phone battery
uses RF to provide network access and ging, and usage data. life.
bridge traffic back to the wired network
Authentication and encryption QoS for real-time voice & multi-media
making it possible to extend the network to
HiPath Wireless APs use the most sophisti- Wireless Quality of Service is delivered via
less traditional locations (outdoors), for
cated technology standards to ensure suffi- the WMM standard for traffic prioritization,
campus-wide access, without installing ad-
cient security and client compatibility. which is based on the 802.11e industry
ditional cable or fiber.
Based on the 802.11i (WPA 1/2), industry standard. Priorities can also be set accord-
Outdoor Access Point standards for wireless security, implemen- ing to SSID, allowing critical real-time traffic
The Outdoor Access Point AP2650/AP2660 tations provide 802.1x or Pre-Shared Key to be assigned to a distinct high-priority
(OAP) allows installations to seamlessly authentication and AES, TKIP or WEP en- queue. Interoperability with prioritization
span from office to factory floor to out- cryption. mechanisms on the wired network is also
doors. Featuring the same capabilities of available to ensure end-to-end QoS. Call Ac-
the 2610 and 2620 models, the OAP is de- cess Control ensures that high quality voice
signed to deliver enterprise WLAN coverage traffic is maintained in existing calls before
in the harshest industrial or outdoor envi- admitting new traffic onto the access point.
ronments. The OAP features an internal or
external antenna option, stable and robust
housing which withstands extreme temper-
ature ranges, and is dust, dirt, salt water,
fog and humidity resistant.

Secure wired network integration

HiPath Wireless APs can authenticate with
802.1x-secured switches whenever they
are connected to the wired network. This
ensures that all Ethernet connections are
only used by authorized devices. Outdoor AP
AP2610 AP2610
AP2650/AP2660
HiPath Wireless Access Point Supported Features The Foundation for Mobility
Feature Benefit Fixed Mobile Convenience is central to Sie-
mens’ Open Communications strategy, en-
Plug ‘n Play Installation: No on-site configuration needed, dramatically
reducing deployment time and costs. abling enterprises to communicate and
– Automatic Controller Discovery
collaborate with any device on any net-
– Centrally-deployed Configurations
Management

and Upgrades work, in any IT environment. Siemens’ se-

– Network-independent cure, scalable, and centrally managed
Enterprise-wide Foundation for Mobility
Secure Remote Management APs can be easily configured and monitored from a
portfolio enables Fixed Mobile Convenience
central location with less personnel.
and eases the deployment of Open Mobile
Up to 16 SSIDs (8 per radio) Segment networks based on distinct user access, Enterprise Solutions.
performance, and security needs.
Security via WEP, WPA, (TKIP), WPA2, Latest authentication and encryption standards ensure HiPath Wireless is the leading enterprise
(AES), 802.11i, 802.1x that user data is safe. WLAN for deploying secure, optimized
Security

VPN Support: IPSec, PPTP, L2TP VPN interoperability provides added security.
voice and data solutions. HiPath
MobileConnect is the industry’s most com-
Rogue AP Detection APs participate in the detection and prevention of prehensive extension of enterprise commu-
unauthorized APs or ad hoc networks.
nications into the mobile network. Few can
Intelligent Fit AP Encryption, filtering, QoS, and RF management done match Siemens’ unique array of products
by the AP, resulting in high performance and resilience and industry expertise to drive mobility
if the rest of the network fails. throughout the enterprise – and beyond.
Performance

Client Load Balancing and Failover Client load balancing and failover - ensures APs run
optimally; load balancing protects the AP from over-
use, failover keeps the AP operating in the event of a
controller failure.
Dynamic RF Management (DRM) APs intelligently discover network gaps, and can
increase transmit power to maintain coverage.
802.11a/b/g WLAN Connectivity Greater user interoperability and performance.
Quality of Service (WMM, 802.11e) Optimal performance for media and voice applications.
Voice

Fast, Secure Roaming and Handover Voice session integrity is preserved in a secure manner,
(pre authentication, OKC) even when users move across APs.
Simultaneous Voice Calls: 12 APs meet the quality and capacity demands of today's
Capacity

(802.11b, G.711, R>80) VoIP applications.

Simultaneous Users: 127 per radio Managers can stretch their investment further.

HiPath Wireless Portfolio

HiPath Wireless Access Point Specifications
AP2610/AP2620 Outdoor AP (OAP) AP2650/AP2660
Data rates ● 802.11a: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
● 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
● 802.11g: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps

Frequency bands 802.11a: 802.11a:

● 5.15 to 5.25 GHz (FCC / IC / ETSI) ● 5.15 to 5.25 (FCC / IC / ETSI)
● 5.25 to 5.35 GHz (FCC / IC / ETSI) ● 5.25 to 5.35 GHz (ETSI)
● 5.47 to 5.725 GHz (ETSI) ● 5.47 to 5.725 GHz (ETSI)
● 5.725 to 5.825 GHz (FCC / IC) ● 5.725 to 5.825 GHz (FCC / IC)
802.11b/g: 802.11b/g
● 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz (FCC / IC / ETSI) ● 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz (FCC / IC / ETSI)

Dynamic channel DFS & TPC support (ETSI)

control
Wireless modulation ● 802.11a: OFDM
● 802.11b: DSSS
● 802.11g: DSSS and OFDM

Antennas Integrated Antenna (AP2610 only) Integrated Antenna

2.4 / 5.0 GHz - 4 dBi Gain 3dBi@2,4 GHz, 4dBi@5 GHz
External Antenna (AP2620 only) External Antenna
2.4 GHz / 5.0 GHz - 4 / 5 dBi Gain Various high gain directional and omni-directional antennas are
Customers can purchase approved directional and omni- approved.
directional antennas with a selection of antenna gain.
Interface & indicators Auto-sensing 10/100bT Ethernet interface. LED indicating AP status and connectivity
Receive sensitivity ● 802.11a: 6 Mbps/-89 dBm, 36 Mbps/-78 dBm, 48 Mbps/-73 dBm, 54 Mbps/-70 dBm
(typical) ● 802.11b: 1 Mbps/-91 dBm, 2 Mbps/-90 dBm, 5.5 Mbps/-89 dBm, 11 Mbps/-87 dBm
● 802.11g: 6 Mbps/-89 dBm, 36 Mbps/-79 dBm, 48 Mbps/-74 dBm, 54 Mbps/-72 dBm

Power ● 802.3af Power over Ethernet, Class 0 ● 802.3af Power over Ethernet – 12.9W
(12.95 Watts Max) ● 48V DC – 15W
● Typical Power: 9.75 Watts DC Power ● 110-230V AC -15W
● Voltage: +6 V DC
● Current: 1700 mA max. at +6 V DC

Available transmit ● 802.11a: – 5.15 to 5.25 GHz: 17 dBm (FCC/IC), 18 dBm (ETSI); 5.25 to 5.35 GHz: 18 dBm (FCC/IC/ETSI)
power – 5.470 to 5.725 GHz: 18 dBm (ETSI); – 5.725 to 5.850 GHz: 15 dBm (FCC / IC)
● 802.11b/g: 18 dBm (FCC / IC),15 dBm (ETSI); Transmit (selectable per radio): – 100%, 50%, 25%, 12.5%, 6.25%

Compliance/standards Ethernet IEEE 802.3 / 802.3u / 802.3af; Wireless IEEE 802.11a/b/g; WPA, WPAv2, WMM
Safety UL / IEC / EN 60950 ; CAN/CSA 22.2 # 60950-1-03 EN 60950
UL 2043 Plenum Rating
EMC & Radio FCC CFR 47 Part 15, Class B EN 301 489-1 V1.6.1;
ICES-003 Class B; FCC Subpart C 15.247; EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1;
FCC Subpart E 15.407; RSS-210; EN 300 328 V1.6.1;
EN 301 893 V1.2.3; EN 300 328 V1.6.1; EN 301 893 V1.3.1;
EN 301 489 1 & 17; EN / UL 60601-1-2; EN 50385;
EN 50385 1999/519/EC;
EN 55011 (CISPR 11) Class B Group 1ISM FCC CFR 47 Part 15, Class B
Dimensions & weight 40 mm x 115 mm x 175 mm (1.5" x 4.5" x 7") (W x H x D) 251 mm x 251 mm x 72 mm
AP2610 weight: 272 g (9.6 oz) Without PS adaptor: 2241g
AP2620 weight: 363 g (12.8 oz) With AC PS adaptor: 2433g
Environmental ● Operating Temp: 5ºC to 40ºC (41ºF - 104ºF) ● Operating Temp: -40ºC to 70ºC
● Storage Temp: -40ºC to 85ºC (-40ºF - 185ºF) ● Storage Temp: -40ºC to 85ºC
● Humidity (Non-Condensing): 10 to 95% ● Protection – IP65, NEMA 4x
● Humidity 95%, MTBF – 61 years
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