AP420 Indoor Access Point
AP420, a new 802.11ac Wave 2 AP which provides lightning-fast speeds capable of supporting throughput-intensive and latency-sensitive applications like VoIP, video, music, and large data file transfers over Wi-Fi. It also includes a 4x4 Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) dual radio that offers high client-density support to help eliminate Wi-Fi connection delays, and a 3rd radio for dedicated WIPS (Wireless Intrusion Prevention System) and RF optimization scanning. Best for tradeshow floors, auditoriums, meeting rooms, and shopping malls.
When managed with the Wi-Fi Cloud, you can unlock the full potential of your WatchGuard access points with powerful WIPS security, real-time business-driven analytics, and powerful engagement and marketing tools.
| Recommended Use Cases |
Radios and Streams |
Deployment | Number of Antennas |
Maximum TX Power |
Max. Data Rate (5/2.4GHz) |
Ports | Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
Datasheet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AP125 |
Lower-density | 2x2:2 MU-MIMO Wave 2 |
Indoor | 4 internal | 20 dBm | 867 Mbps / 300 Mbps | 2x GbE | 802.3af (PoE) | |
 AP225W |
Medium-density | 2x2:2 MU-MIMO Wave 2 3rd WIPS radio |
Indoor | 6 internal | 20 dBm | 867 Mbps / 400 Mbps | 3x GbE | 802.3at (PoE+) | |
 AP325 |
Medium-density | 2x2:2 MU-MIMO Wave 2 3rd WIPS radio |
Indoor | 6 internal | 20 dBm | 867 Mbps / 300 Mbps | 2x GbE | 802.3at (PoE+) | |
 AP327X |
Medium-density | 2x2:2 MU-MIMO Wave 2 |
Outdoor | 4 N-Type External Connectors |
24 dBm | 867 Mbps / 400 Mbps | 2x GbE | 802.3at (PoE+) | |
 AP420 |
High-density | 4x4:4 MU-MIMO Wave 2 3rd WIPS radio |
Indoor | 10 internal | 27 dBm | 1.7 Gbps / 800 Mbps | 2x GbE | 802.3at (PoE+) |
Multi-User MIMO
Your Wi-Fi will show no signs of slowing down with a 4x4 MU-MIMO - allowing many devices to access the Wi-Fi simultaneously. This significantly decreases the time each device must wait for a signal and dramatically speeds up your network. Considering a typical small to midsize business (SMB) has at least 50+ devices including smartphones, tablets, and laptops, it’s vital to be able to connect multiple devices to Wi-Fi at the same time (smartphones, laptops, tablets), plus to be able to download and stream music, videos, and VoIP.
Dedicated 3rd 2x2 MIMO Dual Band Radio
The AP420 access point comes equiped with a dedicated 3rd 2x2 MIMO dual band radio for dedicated RF optimization scanning and Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS) when Wi-Fi Cloud is enabled, so you don’t have to sacrifice performance for security.
We Protect Your Access Points from Wi-Fi Hacks
Each WatchGuard access point has the flexibility to operate as both an access point and a dedicated Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS) security sensor protecting 3rd party brand access points. Now you can create a Trusted Wireless Environment without having to replace your existing infrastructure.
Integration with Google for Education
Bringing secure Wi-Fi authentication to K-12 classrooms, Google for Education is a collection of applications and services allowing students and teachers to engage anytime, anywhere, on any device - securely, ensuring that only devices registered in the school’s Google domain can connect to the school Wi-Fi network and network access policies are enforced. This unique integration brings even more control, usability and ease-of-use to school districts. The access point must be Wi-Fi Cloud-enabled.
Flexible Management Options
WatchGuard offers two management scenarios to meet the needs of SMBs and distributed enterprises. You can manage any of our access points with either a Firebox via the Gateway Wireless Controller with lightweight feature set, or with WatchGuard’s Wi-Fi Cloud. And with the Wi-Fi Cloud you get an expanded set of features including strong WIPS security, marketing tools, and location-based analytics for optimal business insights. For ultimate peace of mind, rely on a Firebox UTM-protected network with WatchGuard Wi-Fi Cloud-managed APs to realize the full marketing and security potential of a cloud-managed access point solution.
Try Before You Buy. Wi-Fi Cloud Demo.
Take Wi-Fi Cloud for a free test drive today. See how easy it is to set up and manage Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS), troubleshoot your network, analyze your Wi-Fi users, create stunning splash pages and marketing campaigns, and so much more.
Join the Trusted Wireless Environment Movement
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24x7 Expert Wi-Fi Support Included
At WatchGuard, we understand just how important support is when you are trying to manage and secure your Wi-Fi network with limited resources. Sometimes you require additional knowledge and assistance in a fast-changing technology world where mobility is becoming ever more critical and complex, and downtime can spell disaster. Automatically included with the purchase of any access point and management package is 24x7 support with 4 hours target response time for high severity issues, advanced RMA replacement, and software updates. With over 20 Certified Wireless Network Professionals (CWNP), our support team gives you the backup you need from the moment you activate your WatchGuard AP.
Wave 2 chipset offers the latest technology that transforms Wi-Fi networks and offers the speeds and reliability once only possible over the wire.
AP420 continues to scan for wireless threats and enforces security policy even if the connection with the Wi-Fi Cloud is interrupted.
Smart steering automatically pushes clients with low speeds to a closer access point while band steering manages channel occupancy, pushing clients to the 5 GHz channel for optimal speed.
Incorporating the latest 802.11ac Wave 2 standards, you’ll have speeds of up to 1.7 Gbps over the air, without sacrificing security.
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“The new AP420 with Wi-Fi Cloud combines performance and security into a solution that’s simple to deploy and manage. We get reliable high-speed Wi-Fi that’s not only secure, but also delivers an immersive guest experience, which is good for the customer and good for our brand.”
Stuart Rowbotham, Founder, Bromleynet Limited