The Huawei AirEngine 5776 Series represents the latest evolution in Wi-Fi 7 Access Points, delivering up to 7.89 Gbps of aggregate throughput, Multi-Link Operation, and advanced Smart Antenna technology.
Engineered for indoor and semi-outdoor scenarios—hotel corridors, large offices, and campus walkways—this Huawei Wireless AP family provides future-proof connectivity with simplified deployment and enterprise-grade reliability.
Models Overview
Comparison of Specifications
Parameter | 5776-56T | 5776-57 | 5776-26 | 5776I-X6H | 5776I-X7H | 5776I-X6EH |
Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11be | 802.11be | 802.11be | 802.11be | 802.11be | 802.11be |
Spatial Streams (MIMO) | 3×2 MIMO (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz×2) = 6 streams | 3×2 MIMO (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz) = 6 streams | 2×2 @2.4 GHz + 4×4 @5 GHz = 6 streams | 3×2 MIMO across tri-band | 3×2 MIMO across tri-band | 3×2 MIMO across tri-band |
Peak Throughput | 5.01 Gbps | 7.20 Gbps | 6.45 Gbps | > 6 Gbps | > 6 Gbps | > 6 Gbps |
Radio Capabilities | Tri-radio (2.4 + 5 + 5 GHz) | Tri-radio (2.4 + 5 + 6 GHz) | Dual-radio (2.4 + 5 GHz) | Outdoor-optimized tri-radio | Outdoor-optimized tri-radio | Outdoor-optimized tri-radio |
Uplink Ports | 2×2.5 GbE (optical + RJ45), 8×GE, USB | Hybrid PoE over optical-electrical cable | 1×GE PoE-in | 2×GE PoE-in | 2×GE PoE-in | 2×GE PoE-in |
Power Options | PoE 802.3bt/at or 43.2–57.6 V DC | PoE 802.3at/af via hybrid cable | PoE 802.3at/af or 12 V DC | PoE 802.3at/af | PoE 802.3at/af | PoE 802.3at/af |
Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Co-planar Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Built-in Smart Antennas | Outdoor-grade Smart Antennas | Outdoor-grade Smart Antennas | Outdoor-grade Smart Antennas |
Max Concurrent Clients | ≤ 1,152 | ≤ 1,152 | ≤ 1,024 | ≤ 1,024 | ≤ 1,024 | ≤ 1,024 |
Operating Temp. | 0 °C – 40 °C | –10 °C – 50 °C | 0 °C – 50 °C | –40 °C – 65 °C | –40 °C – 65 °C | –40 °C – 65 °C |
Dimensions | 185 × 185 × 42 mm | ø 180 × 35 mm | ø 180 × 35 mm | 260 × 260 × 120 mm | 260 × 260 × 120 mm | 260 × 260 × 120 mm |
Accessories & Optional Modules
- Hybrid Cable Kits: Combine fiber and PoE for 5776-23H/25HW models.
- Outdoor Mounts & Surge Protectors: IP68 brackets and inline arrestors for 5776I-series.
- Mounting Brackets: Clips for T-bar ceilings, drywall, and wall-plate installations.
- IoT Modules: USB-based ZigBee/RFID kits for indoor-focused APs.
Core Features
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True Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MLO & MRU
The AirEngine 5776 Series leverages Multi-Link Operation and Multiple Resource Units for aggregated multi-band throughput and ultra-low latency, pushing peak rates up to 7.20 Gbps on the 5776-57 model. -
Advanced Smart Antenna
Built-in co-planar Smart Antennas dynamically track user devices, steering RF to maximize SNR and eliminate coverage holes, improving average throughput by ~20 %. -
Flexible Uplink Architectures
From multi-GE to hybrid optical-electrical PoE, these Huawei Wireless APs match backhaul to wireless speed, simplifying wiring and enabling up to 2 km reach for remote APs. -
Versatile Deployment Models
Choose from flush-mount wall plates (5776-25HW, 5776-23WP), ceiling-tile units (5776-56T, 5776-26), or rugged outdoor-rated models (5776I-X6H, -X7H, -X6EH) to suit any indoor or semi-outdoor scenario.
Security & Authentication
- WPA3 & WPA2-EnterpriseSAE handshake and GCMP-256 encryption guard against dictionary and replay attacks, ensuring data confidentiality.
- SAE handshake and GCMP-256 encryption guard against dictionary and replay attacks, ensuring data confidentiality.
- 802.1X / RADIUS & PPSKDynamic VLAN assignment per user/device; PPSK issues unique pre-shared keys without a RADIUS server.
- Dynamic VLAN assignment per user/device; PPSK issues unique pre-shared keys without a RADIUS server.
- Guest Portal & VLAN SegmentationCustom captive portals isolate visitor traffic, with bandwidth/time quotas for enhanced QoE.
- Custom captive portals isolate visitor traffic, with bandwidth/time quotas for enhanced QoE.
- Rogue AP Detection & WIPSContinuous spectrum scanning identifies unauthorized APs and performs automated containment.
- Continuous spectrum scanning identifies unauthorized APs and performs automated containment.
- Encrypted ManagementSSH, HTTPS, and SNMPv3 secure control-plane communications between controllers and APs.
- SSH, HTTPS, and SNMPv3 secure control-plane communications between controllers and APs.
Products Management
Installation & Mounting
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Ceiling-Tile & Wall-Plate
– Ceiling kits for 56T/26; 86 × 86 mm wall-plate modules for 25HW/23WP; quick-release brackets minimize install time. -
Hybrid Cable Deployment
– 5776-23H/25HW support a single hybrid optical-electrical cable for data + PoE, reducing cabling infrastructure costs. -
Outdoor-Ready Mounts
– IP68-rated brackets for 5776I-series models, with integrated grounding and surge protection for outdoor use. -
Power & Cable Management
– PoE-only models eliminate DC wiring; DC-plus-PoE hybrids offer fallback power options for mission-critical sites.
RF Planning & Antenna Configuration
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Auto Channel & Power Control
– DFS/TPC adapt to changing RF environments, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing interference. -
Beamforming & OFDMA
– Direct RF toward clients and subdivide channels for simultaneous multi-user transmissions, maximizing spectrum efficiency. -
Heat-Map Simulation
– Use Huawei’s cloud/AC tools to generate coverage and capacity models, optimizing AP placement and density pre-deployment. -
BSS Coloring & Airtime Fairness
– Mitigate co-channel interference and ensure legacy device coexistence in high-density scenarios.
Models Monitoring
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Huawei Cloud & AC Controller
– Zero-touch provisioning, batch firmware orchestration, and AI-driven anomaly detection reduce O&M workload by up to 30 %. -
Standalone GUI/CLI
– Quick-start wizards and full CLI support for small branch or lab environments without external controllers. -
RESTful APIs & SNMPv3
– Integrate with third-party NMS and automation platforms for unified monitoring and alerting. -
Real-Time Dashboards
– Live visualization of client counts, throughput, retransmissions, and RF interference helps IT teams troubleshoot proactively.
Technical CLI Configuration
Secure Management
system-view
stelnet server enable
ssh server enable
http secure-server enable
SSID & WPA3 Enterprise
wlan ssid-profile CorpNet
ssid CorpWiFi
authentication-mode wpa3-enterprise
pre-shared-key cipher SecureKey!2025
vlan 100
Enable Wi-Fi 7 & MLO
interface wlan ap-model AirEngine5776-*
be enable
mlo enable
4096qam enable
Hybrid PoE Uplink (5776-23H)
interface phoenix-x
port-type poe-in
hybrid-cable enable
Smart Antenna & OFDMA
smart-antenna enable
ofdma enable
Fast Roaming
ip wlan fast-roaming enable
fast-roaming method 802.11r
save
Real-World Case Studies
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Luxury Hotel Corridor
– 5776-25HW wall plates in 300 rooms and corridors delivered seamless 4 K streaming and IoT control, halving install labor and guest complaints. -
Corporate HQ Open Offices
– 5776-56T ceiling APs across 10 floors served 1,500+ devices, maintaining sub-5 ms roam times for VoIP/video and reducing dead-zone tickets by 80 %. -
University Campus Outdoors
– Outdoor 5776I-X6H units provided Wi-Fi 7 service in quads and walkways, supporting AR/VR labs and outdoor events with 99.9 % uptime.
FAQ – Expert Answers
Q1: What peak throughput does the 5776 Series deliver?
Up to 7.89 Gbps on the 5776-57 model, thanks to tri-radio MLO and 4096-QAM.
Q2: Are these true Wi-Fi 7 APs?
Yes—they conform to IEEE 802.11be, supporting MLO, MRU, and 320 MHz channels.
Q3: Which model suits hotel rooms?
Choose 5776-25HW or 5776-23WP wall-plate APs for flush-mount in-room connectivity.
Q4: Can these APs function without a controller?
Absolutely—deploy in Fit (cloud), Fat (AC), or standalone GUI/CLI modes.
Q5: How far can the hybrid cable run?
Up to 2 km for hybrid optical-electrical PoE, ideal for remote corridors.
Q6: How many clients per AP?
Supports up to 1,152 concurrent devices on triple-radio models with airtime fairness.
Q7: Does Smart Antenna require calibration?
No—Huawei’s algorithm auto-tunes antenna beams in real time.
Q8: How are firmware upgrades managed?
Use Huawei Cloud or AC for rolling upgrades with automatic rollback on failure.
Conclusion
The Huawei AirEngine 5776 Series sets the standard for indoor Wi-Fi 7 Access Points, combining up to 7.89 Gbps throughput, Smart Antennas, Multi-Link Operation, and versatile uplink options.
Whether in hotel corridors, open offices, or campus quads, these Huawei Wireless APs deliver future-proof, high-density connectivity with simplified deployment and enterprise-grade reliability.
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