Punto de acceso inalámbrico Zyxel NWA55BE — doble banda 2,4/5 GHz, 5100 Mbit/s, PoE, blanco

Zyxel NWA55BE is an outdoor dual‑band wireless access point designed for business and high‑density Wi‑Fi deployments. It operates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with a combined maximum data rate of 5100 Mbit/s and supports modern Wi‑Fi standards including IEEE 802.11be and backward compatibility with 802.11ax/ac/n/a/b/g. The unit is finished in white, powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE), and includes detachable downward‑facing external antennas to improve weather resistance and allow flexible coverage tuning.

Advantages

The Zyxel NWA55BE offers high aggregate throughput up to 5.1 Gbit/s enabled by dual‑radio BE5100 architecture and a Qualcomm quad‑core CPU, which supports demanding outdoor and enterprise scenarios. IP55 weatherproofing and an operating temperature range from -25°C to 65°C make it suitable for exposed installations. Integrated security features such as WEP, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 and IEEE 802.1X RADIUS authentication provide layered protection, while Nebula cloud management and a mobile setup wizard simplify deployment and centralised monitoring. Mesh functionality with Smart Mesh MLO enables dynamic backhaul links between APs for extended outdoor coverage without additional cabling.

Suitable for

• Outdoor enterprise Wi‑Fi coverage for campus, retail or hospitality sites
• High‑density environments requiring multi‑user throughput
• Inter‑building wireless links and mesh backhaul deployments
• Locations where PoE simplifies installation and reduces cabling

Key specifications

• Dual‑band operation: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• Aggregate maximum data rate: 5100 Mbit/s (2.4 GHz: up to 688 Mbit/s; 5 GHz: up to 4324 Mbit/s)
• Supported wireless standards: IEEE 802.11be, 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a
• Wired interface: 2.5 Gbit/s Ethernet port with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support
• Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, IEEE 802.1X RADIUS authentication
• Antennas: 2 external detachable downward‑facing antennas
• Environmental protection: IP55 weatherproof rating
• Operating temperature range: -25°C to 65°C
• Mesh capability: Smart Mesh with multi‑link operation (MLO)

How to use

Mount the Zyxel NWA55BE in the desired outdoor location following local regulations and ensuring adequate clearance for the antennas. Connect the device to a PoE‑capable switch or injector using the provided Ethernet port to supply both data and power. Use the Nebula mobile app or Nebula cloud portal to run the setup wizard, configure SSIDs, security profiles (including 802.1X/RADIUS if required), radio settings and mesh links. Detachable antennas can be adjusted or replaced to optimize coverage patterns. For mesh deployments, enable Smart Mesh MLO and place additional APs within line of sight or recommended spacing to form reliable backhaul links.

Recommendations

For best outdoor performance, mount the access point above obstructions, keep antennas oriented downward to reduce moisture ingress, ensure the PoE source supports the required power class, and use Nebula cloud monitoring to track signal levels, client density and firmware updates. When deploying multiple units, perform a site survey to determine optimal placement and enable MLO for improved throughput and lower latency across the mesh.