CPE610 5GHz 300Mbps 23dBi Outdoor CPE/Access Point

Description

The TP-Link CPE610 5GHz 300Mbps 23dBi Outdoor CPE is a cost-effective, high-performance outdoor wireless solution designed for long-range connectivity in challenging environments. Operating on the 5GHz band with 802.11a/n standards, it delivers speeds up to 300Mbps (40MHz, dynamic) using 2×2 MIMO, ideal for point-to-point (PtP) and point-to-multipoint (PtMP) applications like connecting remote buildings or extending Wi-Fi to large outdoor areas (up to 30km with line-of-sight). The 23dBi high-gain directional 2×2 MIMO Cassegrain antenna with a dedicated metal reflector ensures excellent beam directivity, low latency, and noise immunity, making it suitable for rural or industrial settings.

Powered by a Qualcomm 560MHz CPU (MIPS 74Kc), 64MB DDR2 RAM, and 8MB flash, the CPE610 ensures reliable performance. Its IP65 weatherproof enclosure, with 15kV ESD protection and 6kV lightning protection, withstands harsh conditions (-40°C to 70°C). The snap-lock design with a three-axis pole-mounting kit simplifies installation and alignment, while the sturdy structure resists strong winds. It features one 10/100Mbps LAN port with 16–27V passive PoE (adapter included), supporting up to 60m cable length for flexible placement. The compact packaging (366 × 280 × 207 mm) reduces shipping costs.

The Pharos Control software enables centralized management, including device discovery, status monitoring, and firmware upgrades from a single PC. The PharOS web-based interface offers advanced configurations like spectrum analysis, speed tests, and antenna alignment. TP-Link’s MAXtream TDMA technology enhances throughput, capacity, and latency for PtMP setups. Security includes WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, 64/128/152-bit WEP, SPI firewall, IP/MAC filtering, and DoS protection. The CPE610 supports AP, Client, Bridge, Repeater, AP Router, and AP Client Router (WISP) modes, with 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP Snooping/Proxy, and Static/Dynamic/PPPoE WAN settings. Reviews highlight its affordability ($50–$60), reliable long-range performance (800ft+), and ease of setup, though precise alignment is critical for optimal results.

Specifications

• Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11a/n (5GHz)

• Wireless Speed: Up to 300Mbps (40MHz, Dynamic), 144.4Mbps (20MHz), 72.2Mbps (10MHz), 36.1Mbps (5MHz)

• Frequency: 5.15–5.85GHz (region-dependent)

• Antenna: 23dBi Directional 2×2 MIMO Cassegrain, 9° (Azimuth), 7° (Elevation)

• Ports: 1× 10/100Mbps Shielded Ethernet Port (LAN/PoE), 1× Reset Button

• Processor: Qualcomm 560MHz CPU, MIPS 74Kc

• Memory: 64MB DDR2 RAM, 8MB Flash

• Security: WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, 64/128/152-bit WEP, SPI Firewall, IP/MAC Filtering, DoS Protection

• Features: 2×2 MIMO, MAXtream TDMA, Beamforming, AP/Client/Bridge/Repeater/AP Router/AP Client Router (WISP) Modes, 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP Snooping/Proxy, Static/Dynamic/PPPoE/L2TP/PPTP WAN, ALG, UPnP, Virtual Server, Port Trigger, Bandwidth Control, Distance/ACK Timeout, Beacon Interval, RTS Threshold, Fragmentation Threshold, AP Isolation, Short GI, Wi-Fi Multimedia

• Management: Pharos Control (Centralized), PharOS (Web-Based), SNMP v2c, System Log, Ping Watchdog, Dynamic DDNS, SSH Server

• System Tools: Spectrum Analyzer, Speed Test, Ping, Traceroute, Antenna Alignment

• Power Supply: Passive PoE via LAN (+4,5pins; -7,8pins), 16–27VDC, 24V/0.5A Adapter

• Power Consumption: 7.41W Max (increases with PoE cable length)

• Dimensions: 366 × 280 × 207 mm (14.4 × 11.0 × 8.1 in, packaging)

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C

• Operating Humidity: 10%–90% (Non-Condensing)

• Certifications: CE, FCC, IC, RoHS, IP65

• Protection: 15kV ESD, 6kV Lightning

• Enclosure: Outdoor PC-Stabilized Plastic, IP65 Weatherproof

• Package Contents: CPE610, 24V/0.5A Passive PoE Adapter, Pole-Mounting Kit, AC Power Cord, Quick Installation Guide

• Warranty: 2 Years (region-dependent)