ZyXEL NWA-3166 91-005-276004B User Manual

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The ZyXEL Wireless LAN Access Points 3000 Series is a “hybrid” AP that acts as a enterprise-class AP in 

“stand-alone” mode and/or in “AP controller” mode at the same time. The hybrid AP has full flexibility to 

deploy secure and reliable WLAN networks and is able to manage up to 24 APs and is suitable for 

companies with 300-500 staffs. In the initial phase constructing a WLAN, the 3000 Series AP can be 

configured as a fully functional AP in “stand-alone” mode; with more APs installed, the 3000 Series AP can be 

set to the AP controller mode to manage all other access points. When a new branch office is established, 

one of the managed 3000 Series AP can become another controller to manage a separate WLAN network.

The Wireless LAN Access Points 3000 Series can centrally manage up to 24 access points for diversified 

applications; these access points could include dual-band NWA-3160, dual-band and dual-radio NWA-3500, 

high-power NWA-3163, draft 11n 2.0 support NWA-3166 and outdoor dual-radio NWA3550. The capability 

to support a wide range of managed access points enables network administrators to choose the best AP 

for desired applications, and the management interface reminiscing single AP also helps the staff to easily 

oversee all the WLAN access points, even they are not on the same site.

The Wireless LAN Access Points 3000 Series meets the security and high availability demanded by 

enterprises as all communications between the hybrid AP and managed AP are performed in a secured 

tunnel. Since no configuration data is stored on the managed AP, sensitive setup information is not exposed 

even if the AP is stolen. The hybrid AP also provides the scalability to manage APs across different networks.

The Wireless LAN Access Points 3000 Series is a series of full-function, enterprise-class AP providing 

802.11a/b/g connectivity, up to 8 SSIDs per radio, profile-based management, leading QoS technology for 

VoWiFi applications, as well as comprehensive management features for massive deployments.

The Wireless LAN Access Points 3000 Series is also equipped with PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) capabilities 

designed for small to medium enterprises. It is built with LSOH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) material and is 

compliant with UL2043, the so-called plenum rating. It reduces the amount of toxic and corrosive gases 

emitted during the production process to protect people and equipments from the harmful emission. With 

the mentioned features, 3000 Series AP is the best choice to add wireless access to your existing business 

network or hospitality environment.