TP-Link EAP245 Omada AC1750 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Ceiling Mount Access Point

Description

The TP-Link EAP245 Omada AC1750 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Ceiling Mount Access Point is a business-class Wi-Fi solution designed for high-performance coverage in high-density environments like offices, hotels, or retail spaces. Leveraging 802.11ac Wave 2 technology, it delivers dual-band speeds up to 1750Mbps, with 1300Mbps on the 5GHz band (80MHz, MCS0-MCS9, NSS 1-3) for HD streaming and VoIP, and 450Mbps on the 2.4GHz band for IoT devices and browsing. 3×3 MU-MIMO enables simultaneous data transfer to multiple devices, reducing latency, while beamforming, band steering, and airtime fairness optimize signal strength and network efficiency. The device supports up to 200+ clients (100+ per band), making it ideal for busy business settings.

Equipped with six internal omni-directional antennas (3× 3.5dBi at 2.4GHz, 3× 4dBi at 5GHz), powered by Qualcomm enterprise-class chipsets and a dedicated high-power amplifier, the EAP245 ensures robust indoor coverage (typically 10–30m, depending on environment). Its low-profile design (205.5 × 181.5 × 37.1 mm, white) blends seamlessly into ceilings or walls, with included mounting kits for flexible installation. It features two Gigabit Ethernet ports, one supporting 802.3af/at PoE (Alternative A) and 48V passive PoE (adapter included), enabling power and data delivery over a single cable. A physical security lock prevents theft.

Integrated into Omada SDN (Software Defined Networking), the EAP245 supports Zero-Touch Provisioning, cloud-based management, and the Omada app for centralized control across multiple sites. Omada Mesh enables wireless connectivity between APs for extended coverage, and seamless roaming (802.11k/v) ensures uninterrupted video and voice calls during movement. Security features include WPA/WPA2-PSK, 64/128/152-bit WEP, 802.1X, captive portal (with SMS/Facebook Wi-Fi/Voucher authentication), SSID-to-VLAN mapping, wireless isolation, and rogue AP detection. Up to 16 SSIDs (8 per band) allow network segmentation. Load balancing ensures smooth performance in crowded networks. Reviews praise its affordability ($60–$100), easy 20–30 minute setup, and reliable performance (e.g., 800Mbps at close range), though some note no WPA3 support and limited app-based advanced controls.

Specifications

• Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wave 2)

• Wireless Speed: Up to 1300Mbps (5GHz, MCS0-MCS9, NSS 1-3, VHT20/40/80) + 450Mbps (2.4GHz, MCS8-MCS9, VHT20/40) = 1750Mbps Total

• Frequency: Dual Band (2.4GHz, 5GHz)

• Antennas: 6× Internal Omni-Directional (3× 3.5dBi at 2.4GHz, 3× 4dBi at 5GHz)

• Ports: 2× Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) Ports (1× supports 802.3af/at PoE, 48V Passive PoE, +4,5pins; -7,8pins)

• Power Supply: 802.3af/at PoE (Alternative A), 48V Passive PoE (Adapter Included)

• Power Consumption: 12.3W Max

• Dimensions: 205.5 × 181.5 × 37.1 mm (8.1 × 7.1 × 1.5 in)

• Weight: 0.64 lbs (290g)

• Processor: Qualcomm Enterprise-Class Chipset

• Security: WPA/WPA2-PSK, 64/128/152-bit WEP, 802.1X, Captive Portal, Wireless MAC Filtering, SSID-to-VLAN Mapping, Wireless Isolation, Rogue AP Detection

• Features: 3×3 MU-MIMO, Beamforming, Band Steering, Airtime Fairness, Omada Mesh, Seamless Roaming (802.11k/v), QoS (WMM), Load Balance, Rate Limit, Reboot/Wireless Schedule, Multiple SSIDs (16, 8 per band), Omada SDN, Zero-Touch Provisioning

• Management: Omada App, Omada Cloud-Based Controller, Omada Hardware/Software Controller, SNMP v1/v2c, Web-Based Management

• Wireless Functions: Automatic Channel Assignment, Transmit Power Control (0–27dBm, region-dependent), Wireless Statistics

• Transmission Power: CE: <20dBm (2.4GHz, EIRP), <23dBm (5GHz, EIRP); FCC: <24dBm (2.4GHz), <22dBm (5GHz)

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

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

• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS

• Mounting: Ceiling/Wall Mount (Kits Included)

• System Requirements: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10/11, Linux

• Package Contents: EAP245, Passive PoE Adapter, Power Cord, Ceiling/Wall Mounting Kits, Installation Guide

• Warranty: 2 Years (5 Years in some regions, e.g., India)