Huawei’s AirEngine 5762 Series delivers compact, high-performance 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 Access Points tailored for diverse indoor scenarios—from SOHO offices to hospitality suites.
In about 50 words: the family spans wall-plate, ceiling, and hybrid optical-electrical models, each featuring dual-band 2×2:2 MIMO, MU-MIMO, OFDMA, and Smart Antennas to achieve up to 2.975 Gbps aggregate throughput.
Its flexible uplinks (GE, multi-GE, optical) and Fit/Fat/Cloud deployment modes ensure optimal coverage, simplified cabling, and future-proof WLAN expansions.
Models Overview
Specifications Comparison
Parameter | 5762S-12 | 5762-12 | 5762S-13W | 5762S-11SW | 5762C-10-V2 | 5762C-17W-V2 | 5762-17W | 5762-15HW |
Wireless Standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Max Throughput | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps | 2.975 Gbps |
Spatial Streams | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz | 2×2:2 @2.4/5 GHz |
Radio Protocols | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2/ax |
Uplink Ports | 1×GE RJ45 (PoE-in) | 1×GE RJ45 (PoE-in) | 1×GE RJ45 (PoE-in) | 1×GE RJ45 (uplink) +4×GE RJ45 (pass-through) | 1×GE RJ45 (PoE-in) | 1×GE RJ45 (PoE-in) +4×GE RJ45 + USB | 1×GE RJ45 (PoE-in) +4×GE RJ45 | 1×2.5 GbE (optical) +4×GE RJ45 |
Power Supply | PoE 802.3af | PoE 802.3af;12 V DC | PoE 802.3at/af;12 V DC | PoE 802.3af/at;12 V DC | PoE 802.3af/at;12 V DC | PoE 802.3af;12 V DC | PoE 802.3af;12 V DC | PoE 802.3af;12 V DC |
Max Power Cons. | 12 W | 11 W | 12 W | N/A | ~11.2 W | 9.4 W | N/A | N/A |
Dimensions | 86×86×46 mm | Φ 180×35 mm | 160×86×38 mm | N/A | N/A | 160×86×38 mm | N/A | N/A |
Operating Temp. | 0 °C –40 °C | –10 °C –50 °C | 0 °C –40 °C | –10 °C –50 °C | 0 °C –40 °C | 0 °C –40 °C | –10 °C –50 °C | 0 °C –40 °C |
Max Concurrent Users | ≤ 256 | ≤ 256 | ≤ 256 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ≤ 256 | N/A |
Antenna | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas |
Accessories & Optional Modules
- IoT Expansion Kits: USB-based ZigBee/RFID and BLE modules for indoor asset tracking.
- Surge Protectors: Inline and DIN-rail Ethernet surge guards for exposed wall-plate installations.
- Mounting Brackets: Adjustable clips for ceiling-tile, dry-wall, and junction-box mounting.
- Optical Transceivers: Certified 2.5 GbE SFP modules for hybrid panel APs.
Core Features & Differentiators
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Compact, Flexible Form Factors
From room-type wall plates (5762S-11SW) to ceiling-mount (5762-12) and hybrid optical-electrical panels (5762-15HW), the series fits any indoor footprint with minimal wiring. -
Multi-Gig & Optical Uplinks
Wall-plate models like the 5762-15HW provide a 2.5 GbE optical uplink plus four GE ports, while standard units rely on PoE GE or dual-GE LAG, matching backhaul to wireless speeds. -
Smart Antenna Technology
Built-in co-planar Smart Antennas dynamically steer beams toward active clients, boosting link quality by ~20 % and eliminating coverage holes in corridors and rooms. -
Full Wi-Fi 6 Feature Set
OFDMA uplink/downlink, DL/UL MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, BSS Coloring, TWT, and airtime fairness maximize spectrum efficiency and client density for up to 1,152 devices on select triple-radio variants.
Security & Authentication
- WPA3/WPA2 EnterpriseSAE handshake and GCMP-256 encryption protect against offline attacks and eavesdropping.
- SAE handshake and GCMP-256 encryption protect against offline attacks and eavesdropping.
- 802.1X / RADIUS & PPSKDynamic VLAN assignment and per-user PSKs enable granular access control without extra infrastructure.
- Dynamic VLAN assignment and per-user PSKs enable granular access control without extra infrastructure.
- Guest Portal & VLAN IsolationCustom captive-portal workflows with bandwidth/time quotas segment visitor traffic on a separate VLAN.
- Custom captive-portal workflows with bandwidth/time quotas segment visitor traffic on a separate VLAN.
- Rogue AP Detection & WIPSContinuous spectrum scanning identifies unauthorized APs, triggering alarms or automated containment.
- Continuous spectrum scanning identifies unauthorized APs, triggering alarms or automated containment.
- Encrypted Management ChannelsSSH, HTTPS, and SNMPv3 secure all administration and telemetry communications
- SSH, HTTPS, and SNMPv3 secure all administration and telemetry communications.
Real-World Case Studies
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Chain Hotel Roll-Out
– 5762S-11SW units in guest rooms and corridors delivered 2.5 Gbps streaming for IPTV and guest devices, reducing installation time by 40 %. -
SME Office Campus
– 5762-10 ceiling APs provided seamless coverage for 300+ employees, with centralized cloud management and zero-touch updates. -
Student Dormitories
– 5762-15HW hybrid optical panels powered via centralized PoE switches, serving 4 × GE ports per room for high-density student housing.
Managements
Installation & Mounting
- Ceiling-Tile & Wall-Plate Kits86×86 mm and 1-gang wall-plate mounting options allow deployment in guest rooms, meeting spaces, and hallways without aesthetic impact.
- 86×86 mm and 1-gang wall-plate mounting options allow deployment in guest rooms, meeting spaces, and hallways without aesthetic impact.
- Cable & Power RoutingPoE-only models eliminate DC drops; hybrid units support up to 1 GbE via optical cables for extended reach in villas and dormitories.
- PoE-only models eliminate DC drops; hybrid units support up to 1 GbE via optical cables for extended reach in villas and dormitories.
- Grounding & Surge ProtectionFollow local electrical codes; inline surge arrestors recommended in exposed wall-plate installations.
- Follow local electrical codes; inline surge arrestors recommended in exposed wall-plate installations.
RF Planning & Antenna Configuration
- Auto Channel & PowerDynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Transmit Power Control (TPC) adapt to in-building interference and regulatory requirements.
- Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Transmit Power Control (TPC) adapt to in-building interference and regulatory requirements.
- Heat-Map SimulationUse Huawei’s cloud or AC-controller tools to model signal overlap, capacity, and roaming boundaries prior to roll-out.
- Use Huawei’s cloud or AC-controller tools to model signal overlap, capacity, and roaming boundaries prior to roll-out.
- Beamforming & Airtime FairnessFocus RF on clients while balancing airtime, ensuring legacy and high-speed devices co-exist without performance loss.
- Focus RF on clients while balancing airtime, ensuring legacy and high-speed devices co-exist without performance loss.
Monitoring
- Huawei Cloud & AC ControllerZero-touch provisioning, firmware orchestration, and AI-driven O&M dashboards reduce manual effort by up to 30 %.
- Zero-touch provisioning, firmware orchestration, and AI-driven O&M dashboards reduce manual effort by up to 30 %.
- Standalone GUI/CLIQuick-start wizards for branch sites; full CLI for scripted deployments.
- Quick-start wizards for branch sites; full CLI for scripted deployments.
- RESTful APIs & SNMPv3Integrate with third-party NMS and automation systems for unified monitoring and alerting.
- Integrate with third-party NMS and automation systems for unified monitoring and alerting.
Technical Configuration
SSID & WPA3 Enterprise
wlan ssid-profile CorpNet
ssid Enterprise WiFi
authentication-mode wpa3-enterprise
vlan 100
MU-MIMO & OFDMA Enable
ap model AirEngine5762*
mu-mimo enable
ofdma enable
Uplink & PoE
interface gigabitEthernet0/1
poe enable
speed 1000
Smart Antenna
smart-antenna enable
Fast Roaming
ip wlan fast-roaming enable
fast-roaming method 802.11r
Monitoring
snmp-agent sys-info version v3
FAQ – Practical Answers
Q1: What throughput can I expect?
All models support up to 2.975 Gbps aggregate via dual-band 2×2:2 MIMO and 160 MHz channels.
Q2: Which variant suits hotel rooms?
Choose 5762S-11SW or 5762-15HW for wall-plate form factors with pass-through ports for in-room wiring.
Q3: Are optical uplinks supported?
Yes—the 5762-15HW offers a 2.5 GbE optical uplink for extended reach and simplified cabling.
Q4: Can I deploy without a controller?
Absolutely—Fit/Fat/Cloud/Standalone modes support any scale from branch sites to large campuses.
Q5: How is interference managed?
Integrated Smart Antennas, DFS/TPC compliance, and AI-driven RF optimizations handle co-channel and adjacent-channel scenarios.
Q6: Do these APs support Wi-Fi 6 features like OFDMA and BSS Coloring?
Yes—full OFDMA, DL/UL MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, BSS Coloring, and TWT are enabled by default.
Q7: How are firmware updates applied?
Use Huawei Cloud or AC for rolling upgrades with automatic rollback to prevent service disruption.
Q8: What environmental conditions are supported?
Most models operate from –10 °C to +50 °C; hybrid panels and wall plates generally require 0 °C to +40 °C.
Conclusion
The Huawei AirEngine 5762 Series sets a new standard for indoor Wi-Fi 6 Access Points. With multi-form-factor versatility, up to 2.975 Gbps performance, Smart Antennas, and multi-gig uplinks - including optical - this family simplifies deployment, maximizes coverage, and future-proofs enterprise, hospitality, and educational WLANs.
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