EnGenius ENS500
High-Powered, Long-Range 5 GHz Wireless N300 Outdoor Client Bridge
Sorry, this product is no longer available, replaced by the ENS500-AC.
Overview:
The ENS500 is a high-speed, long-range outdoor 802.11n Wireless N300 Client Bridge and Access Point that operates in the 5GHz frequency band so it avoids the congested wireless traffic from devices on the more commonly used 2.4 GHz frequency band. This makes the ENS500 an ideal solution for building-to-building wireless bridging, for stable streaming of video from connected IP security cameras in parking lots or garages back to a company network, or for sending data to outdoor digital signage.
The ENS500 is compliant with the IEEE802.11 a/n standard delivering a wireless data rate of up to 300Mbps. It features an internal directional 10 dBi MIMO (Multiple In/Multiple Out) antenna that coupled with its strong transmit power of up to 400mW makes the ENS500 a compelling performance solution for small and growing businesses at a very affordable price. The ENS500 can also be used in other operational modes including as an Access Point. When used as an Access Point it should be positioned in such a way, because of its more focused directional antenna signal array, to offer wireless network connectivity to a more defined outdoor venue rather than a more general outdoor area around it.
ENS500 also features a robust security feature set that includes support for WPA/WPA2 Personal and Enterprise encryption, 802.1x RADIUS authentication, hidden SSID and MAC address filtering.
The ENS500 also features an IP65 rated weatherproof housing that ensures continued operation in harsh outdoor environments or in climates of extreme cold, heat or continuous moisture.
Product Highlights
- High 26 dBm Transmit Power Extends Wi-Fi to the Yard or Guest House
- Directional 10 dBi MIMO Antennas Enable Long-Range Outdoor Coverage
- Weatherproof IP55-Rated Housing Resists Harsh Climates
- PoE Extends Power to Unwired Areas; Connect IP Camera or AP via 2nd Port
Features & Benefits:
High 400mW Transmit Power Delivers Long-Range Coverage
Ensures robust signal to achieve longer range. Offers superior wireless network coverage over other brands. Ideal for Point-to-Point wireless bridging to other buildings.
Up to 300 Mbps Wireless Speed and Backward Compatible to 802.11a
Up to 300 Mbps when connected to another 5 GHz Wireless N300 device. Complies with IEEE802.11a/n standards.
Built-in Directional Antenna Maximizes Wireless Connectivity
Internal 10 dBi directional antenna with dual polarity design with a focused beam array for targeting other outdoor client bridges or providing wireless network connectivity to a specific outdoor area in Access Point mode.
SSID-to-VLAN Tagging
Can be configured to broadcast up to four (4) SSIDs. Each SSID can be tagged to a specified company network VLAN for different user access based on established access rights.
Specifications:
| EnGenius ENS500 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Standards | IEEE 802.11a/n on 5 GHz |
| Memory Capacity | Memory: 64 MB Flash Memory 16 MB |
| Antenna | Internal Directional Antennas 10 dBi on 2.4 GHz |
| Physical Interface | 2 x 10/100 Fast Ethernet Ports 1 x Reset Button |
| LED Indicators | 1 x Power WLAN (Wireless Connection) 2.4 GHz 2 x LAN |
| Power Source | PoE injector (EPA2406GP) 100V~240V AC, 50-60Hz 0.4A @ 120V AC Surge Protection: 1KV ESD Protection Contact: 4KV Air: 8 KV |
| Ingress Protection Marking | IP55-Rated Enclosure |
| Mounting | Wall Mount Pole Mount |
| Wireless & Radio Specifications | |
| Operating Frequency | 5GHz |
| Operation Modes | Access Point Client Bridge Client Router WDS: AP, Bridge |
| Frequency Radio | 5GHz: 5180MHz ~ 5240MHz, 5260 ~ 5320MHz, 5500MHz ~ 5700MHz, 5745MHz ~ 5825MHz |
| Transmit Power | Up to 26 dBm on 5 GHz Max transmit power is limited by regulatory power |
| Radio Chains/Spatial Streams | 2x2:2 |
| Supported Data Rates (Mbps) | 5 GHz: Max 300 802.11a: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 802.11n: 6.5 to 300 (MCS0 to MCS15) |
| Supported Radio Technology | 802.11a/n: Orthogonal frequency-division Multiplexing (OFDM) |
| Channelization | 802.11n with 5/10/20/40 MHz channel width 802.11b/g with 5/10/20 MHz channel width |
| Supported Modulation | 802.11a/n: BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM |
| AP Radio Settings | AP Client Limiting VLANs for AP - Multiple SSIDs Wi-Fi Scheduler Traffic Shaping Client Traffic Status |
| Management | |
| Multiple BSSID | Supports up to 4 SSIDs |
| VLAN Tagging | Supports 802.1q SSID-to-VLAN tagging VLAN Pass through |
| QoS | Compliant with IEEE 802.11e Standard WMM |
| SNMP | v1, v2c, v3 |
| MIB | I/II, Private MIB |
| Deployment Options | Standalone (Individually Managed) |
| Configuration | Web Interface (HTTP) CLI (Telnet) |
| Control Features | Auto Reboot Firmware Upgrade |
| Security | WPA/WPA2 Enterprise Hide SSID in beacons MAC Address Filtering Https Support |
| Environmental & Physical | |
| Temperature Range | Operating: -4°F to 140°F, -20°C to 60°C Storage: -22°F to 176°F, -30°C to 80 °C |
| Humidity (non-condensing) | Operating: 90% or less Storage: 90% or less |
| Device Dimensions & Weights | |
| Device | Weight: 0.66 lbs. Width: 3.93" (100 mm) Length: 7.08" (186 mm) Height: 1.14" (29 mm) |
| Package Contents | ENS500 Outdoor AP PoE Injector (EPA2406GP) Pole Mount Ring Mounting Screw Set Quick Installation Guide |
| Certifications | FCC CE |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
Compare:
| Models: | ENS1750 | ENS1200 | ENS500EXT | ENS500 | ENS202EXT | ENS202 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/n | 802.11 a/n | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n |
| RAM | 64MB | 64MB | 32MB | 32MB | 32MB | 32MB |
| Flash | 16MB | 16MB | 16MB | 16MB | 16MB | 16MB |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz & 5GHz | 2.4 GHz & 5GHz | 5GHz | 5GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Advertised Speed | 2.4 GHz: 450Mbps 5 GHz: 1300Mbps |
2.4 GHz: 300Mbps 5 GHz: 866Mbps |
300Mbps | 300Mbps | 300Mbps | 300Mbps |
| RF Power (dBm) | 2.4 GHz: 29 dBm 2.4 GHz: 28 dBm |
27 dBm | 26 dBm | 26 dBm | 26 dBm | 26 dBm |
| RF Power (mW) | 800mW | 500mW | 400mW | 400mW | 400mW | 400mW |
| Operation Modes | Access Point Client Bridge WDS Bridge/AP/ Station |
Access Point Client Bridge WDS Bridge/AP/ Station |
Access Point Client Bridge WDS Bridge/AP/ Station Client Router |
Access Point Client Bridge WDS Bridge/AP/ Station Client Router |
Access Point Client Bridge WDS Bridge/AP/ Station Client Router |
Access Point Client Bridge WDS Bridge/AP/ Station Client Router |
| LAN Interface | 10/100/1000 x2 | 10/100/1000 x2 | 10/100 x2 | 10/100 x2 | 10/100 x2 | 10/100 x2 |
| Antenna | Built-in 5 dBi Directional | Built-in 5 dBi Directional | 2x External 5 dBi Omni Directional | Built-in 10 dBi Directional | 2x External 5 dBi Omni directional | Built-in 8dBi Directional |
| Antenna Connector Type | N/A | N/A | SMA | N/A | SMA | N/A |
| Encryption | WEP/WPA/WPA2 | WEP/WPA/WPA2 | WEP/WPA/WPA2 | WEP/WPA/WPA2 | WEP/WPA/WPA2 | WEP/WPA/WPA2 |
| PoE Power | 48v | 48v | 24v | 24v | 24v | 24v |
| IP Rating | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Primary Application | Point 2 multipoints | Point 2 multipoints | Point 2 multipoints | Building 2 building | Point 2 multipoints | Building 2 building |
| Secondary Application | 5GHz single radio bridge | 5GHz single radio bridge | 5GHz single radio bridge | High speed mid-long range P2P network | 2.4GHz N300 radio bridge | High-speed CPE device |
| Specialty Application | Highly interferred 2.4GHz wireless traffic | Highly interferred 2.4GHz wireless traffic | Highly interferred 2.4GHz wireless traffic | Outdoor IP cam AP in congested 2.4GHz area | Small base station replacement | Outdoor video IP cam wireless client |
Documentation:
Download the EnGenius ENS500 Datasheet (PDF).