Wireless Access Point Lancom Systems LANCOM LX-6400 — dual-band 2.4/5 GHz, 3550 Mbps, PoE, Multi-Gig Ethernet

The LANCOM LX-6400 is a dual-band Wi‑Fi 6 access point designed for high-density environments such as education and enterprise networks. It supports concurrent operation in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with a maximum aggregated throughput of up to 3,550 Mbps. The device includes Multi-Gig Ethernet, Power over Ethernet (PoE), integrated Bluetooth Low Energy, and a range of modern security mechanisms to meet the requirements of secure, high-performance wireless deployments.

Advantages

The LANCOM LX-6400 delivers high aggregate throughput by using IEEE 802.11ax technology, enabling up to 2,400 Mbps in the 5 GHz band and up to 1,150 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band simultaneously. 4x4 MU‑MIMO and OFDMA improve spectral efficiency and reduce latency in dense-client scenarios, while Target Wake Time (TWT) helps extend battery life on client devices. The access point supports BLE for IoT integration and provides flexible management options including LANCOM Management Cloud, standalone WEBconfig, or centralized WLAN controller operation. Robust security support includes WPA2/WPA3, AES‑CCMP/GCMP and a range of EAP methods for enterprise authentication.

Suitable for

• High-density classrooms, lecture halls and campus deployments
• Enterprise offices and conference rooms with many simultaneous clients
• Retail environments and shopping centres requiring secure guest and staff Wi‑Fi
• IoT and digital signage solutions using BLE and USB accessories
• Environments requiring centralized management via cloud or WLAN controller

Key specifications

• Dual concurrent Wi‑Fi: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6)
• Maximum aggregated throughput: 3,550 Mbps (2.4 GHz: 1,150 Mbps; 5 GHz: 2,400 Mbps)
• Antenna configuration: 8 internal antennas, 4x4 spatial streams
• Multi‑User MIMO (downlink and uplink) and OFDMA support
• Channel bandwidths: 20 / 40 / 80 MHz (4 streams), 160 MHz (2 streams)
• Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 and USB 3.0 support for IoT
• Ethernet: 1x 2.5‑Gigabit PoE port, 1x Gigabit Ethernet port
• PoE support: IEEE 802.3at (Power over Ethernet) or external power supply
• Security: WPA2, WPA3, AES‑CCMP, AES‑GCMP, TKIP, WEP and multiple EAP methods
• Management: LANCOM Management Cloud, standalone WEBconfig, or WLAN controller
• Compliance: suitable for use with medical electrical equipment in non‑life‑supporting environments (EN 60601‑1‑2)

How to use

Install the LANCOM LX-6400 at a central ceiling or wall position to maximize coverage and avoid physical obstructions. Connect the primary Ethernet port to a PoE-capable switch or use the supplied power supply. Configure wireless networks (SSIDs) and security settings via LANCOM Management Cloud for automated centralized management, via the built‑in WEBconfig interface for standalone operation, or through an existing WLAN controller for integrated deployments. Use band steering to direct clients to the optimal frequency band and enable TWT and OFDMA where supported to improve client battery life and overall spectral efficiency.

Recommendations

For best results in high-density environments, deploy access points with overlapping coverage planned to ensure seamless roaming and enable centralized management through the LANCOM Management Cloud or WLAN controller. Use 160 MHz channels selectively for compatible devices requiring maximum throughput and reserve smaller channel widths in congested RF environments. Enable WPA3 or WPA2‑Enterprise with appropriate EAP methods for secure authentication in enterprise and education networks.