EXTREME NETWORKS AP305CX-WR Wireless Access Point - Wi-Fi 6 - Dual-Band - 2x Gigabit Ethernet - PoE+ - Internal Antennas - Cloud-Managed

The EXTREME NETWORKS AP305CX-WR is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) wireless access point designed for enterprise environments. With dual-band operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), 2x2:2 MU-MIMO, and aggregate throughput up to 1.77 Gbps, it delivers fast and reliable connectivity for high-density deployments. The AP305CX-WR features two Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support, internal omnidirectional antennas, and is managed via ExtremeCloud IQ for simplified cloud-based administration. It also includes integrated Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 and Zigbee/Thread radios for IoT applications.

Advantages

Wi-Fi 6 technology ensures higher capacity, lower latency, and improved efficiency in congested environments. OFDMA and Target Wake Time (TWT) enhance multi-user performance and battery life for connected devices. The dual-band design provides flexibility for legacy and modern clients, while PoE+ simplifies installation by eliminating the need for separate power cables. Cloud management via ExtremeCloud IQ enables centralized monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting.

Suitable for

• Enterprise offices, schools, hospitals, and retail spaces requiring high-density Wi-Fi coverage
• Deployments needing IoT connectivity with BLE and Zigbee/Thread support
• Organizations leveraging cloud-managed network infrastructure

Key specifications

• Wi-Fi Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
• Frequency Bands: Dual-band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
• MIMO: 2x2:2 MU-MIMO
• Max Data Rate: 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1201 Mbps (5 GHz) = 1.77 Gbps aggregate
• Ethernet Ports: 2x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BASE-T)
• Power over Ethernet: IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
• Antenna Type: Internal omnidirectional
• Management: ExtremeCloud IQ (cloud-managed)
• Security: WPA3, WPA2, OWE
• IoT Radios: Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0, Zigbee/Thread
• USB Port: 1x USB 2.0 Type A
• Power Consumption: Max 17.5W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with Extreme Networks switches and ExtremeCloud IQ subscription. Ensure PoE+ switch or injector is available. Ideal for high-density environments requiring robust Wi-Fi 6 and IoT convergence.