D-LINK WIRELESS DUAL BAND 11AC WAVE 2 AP

The D-Link DWL-6720AP is one of the most reliable and preferred scalable wireless access point. Whether commercial or enterprise applications, you must et your hands on this high-performance access point. It delivers the most robust capabilities. Its even simple to deployment options, and cutting-edge dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) technology. Think less! Get your hands on this access point and extend Wi-Fi coverage across offices, floors or outside areas. The best part is that the PoE-enabled AP offers high-performance, flexibility and ease of management.

Key Specifications

• Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz) and IEEE 802.11a/n/ac Wave 2 (5 GHz)
• MIMO configuration: 2×2 (two spatial streams)
• Maximum data rate: up to 400 Mbps (2.4 GHz), up to 867 Mbps (5 GHz)
• Antennas: Internal omnidirectional antennas – 2.4 GHz: ~3.5 dBi; 5 GHz: ~5 dBi
• + 2.4 GHz band: 2400–2483.5 MHz; 5 GHz band: 5150–5850 MHz
• Ethernet interface: 1×10/100/1000 BASE-T LAN port
• Power over Ethernet (PoE): IEEE 802.3af PD support via LAN port
• Maximum power consumption: Under 13 W
• Physical size: 291.9 × 115 × 65.5 mm
• Weight: 0.822 kg (without bracket) / 0.853 kg (with bracket)
• Operating temperature: −40 °C to +50 °C; Storage: −40 °C to +65 °C
• Humidity: Operating 10%–90% non-condensing; Storage 5%–95% non-condensing
• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1,142,136 hours
• Certifications: CE, FCC, IC, C-Tick, CISPR22, BSMI, NCC, CE LVD, UL/cUL, CSA, CB

Features & Benefits (in easy-to-read bullet-points)

• High-Speed Dual-Band Wi-Fi (11ac Wave 2) – With dual-band capability (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz) and Wave 2 support, the DWL-6720AP gives you legacy support as well as future-proof throughput for new devices.
• MU-MIMO Technology – Multi-User MIMO allows the AP to serve multiple clients simultaneously, enhancing network capacity and efficiency with large numbers of devices.
• Centralised Management Ready – While it can also be used in standalone mode, the DWL-6720AP can also be centrally managed through D-Link Unified Wireless Controllers — ideal for large-scale deployments of multiple APs.
• Flexible Installation & PoE Support – Like IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet support, you can install the unit in places that lack individual power sockets (e.g., ceilings or outdoor mount). Mount type is ceiling or wall.
• Advanced Wireless Features – Offers band-steering (to intelligently redirect clients to less-congested bands), airtime fairness (to maximize performance in case of mixed-capability devices connected), 802.11k fast roaming (utilized in conjunction with D-Link Unified AP/Controllers) and QoS/WMM support for voice, streaming or time-sensitive traffic.
• Secure Security & Network Segmentation – Can support up to 32 SSIDs (16 per radio), 802.1Q VLAN tagging, station isolation, and new encryption modes like AES, 192-bit Enterprise, SAE & OWE (Enhanced Open) for open networks.
• Dura Outdoor-Compliant Design – Built to operate at outdoor temperatures of up to –40 °C and up to +50 °C operation, with suitable enclosure for business/industrial use.

Use-Cases / Ideal Applications

Deployments in which PoE simplifies wiring and installation across ceilings, walls or outside mounts where there are not power outlets within reach.

Technical Knowledge / What You Should Know

• The “Wave 2” term refers to second-wave Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). Wave 2 brings MU-MIMO and typically larger stream counts or channel widths compared to Wave 1. DWL-6720AP employs 2×2 MU-MIMO, cost-performing.
• Dual-band operation means the unit operates on both 2.4 GHz (more range, legacy clients) and 5 GHz (higher speed, less interference). Theoretically, the speeds are up to 400 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps at 5 GHz—actual speeds will be lower, depending on situation and client devices.
• Internal. antennas: the built-in omnidirectional antennas (3.5 dBi for 2.4 GHz and 5 dBi for 5 GHz) simplify installation (no external antennas required) and are designed for outdoor/ceiling mounting.
• Support for PoE (Power over Ethernet) enables one Ethernet cable to transmit data and power – a priceless feature in power-outlet-limited installations.
• Intelligent capabilities like band-steering and airtime fairness keep your Wi-Fi network running smoothly even when devices are slower or more loaded — by directing devices to the optimal band and distributing airtime fairly.
• The AP supports up to 32 SSIDs (i.e., you can have separate wireless networks for employees, guests, IoT, etc) and VLAN tagging — enabling sophisticated network segmentation and security.
• Mass deployments are enabled by central management via D-Link’s wireless controller, so you can push config updates to many APs at once rather than having to set each one up separately — saving admin time and reducing risk of misconfiguring.

Why Choose the DWL-6720AP

In the wireless-first business economy of today you need access points that not only deliver fast Wi-Fi but also scale, integrate with your network and simplify management. The DWL-6720AP hits that sweet spot: new Wave 2 dual-band technology, multi-client support, convenience of PoE cabling, outdoor/ceiling mount flexibility and full enterprise-class feature set without dipping into ultra-premium cost space. For a company or organization to deploy or extend Wi-Fi coverage, this AP is geared up.