Huawei AirEngine 6761 Series – High-Performance Wi-Fi 6 APs

The Huawei AirEngine 6761 Series represents a powerful Indoor Wi-Fi 6 Access Point solution designed for high-density environments like corporate offices, conference halls, and educational campuses.

Equipped with 802.11ax technology, the 6761 models—including the 6761-21 and 6761-21T—deliver up to 5.95 Gbps of aggregate throughput, Smart Antennas for dynamic beamforming, and advanced MU-MIMO for simultaneous device connections.

Perfect for ceiling-mount installations, these Huawei Wireless APs provide seamless, high-performance connectivity while enabling simplified deployment and network management.

Models Overview

Comparison of Specifications

Parameter	AirEngine 6761-21	AirEngine 6761-21T
Wi-Fi Standard	802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)	802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Spatial Streams	2×2:2 @2.4 GHz, 4×4:4 @5 GHz	2×2:2 @2.4 GHz, 4×4:4 @5 GHz
Peak Throughput	5.95 Gbps	5.95 Gbps
Radio Protocols	802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax	802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax
Transmit Power	2.4 GHz: 20 dBm, 5 GHz: 20 dBm	2.4 GHz: 20 dBm, 5 GHz: 20 dBm
Antenna	Built-in Smart Antennas	Built-in Smart Antennas
Uplink Ports	1×GE RJ45, 1×10GE SFP+	1×GE RJ45, 1×10GE SFP+
PoE Options	PoE 802.3at/af or 48 V DC	PoE 802.3at/af or 48 V DC
Power Consumption	25 W	25 W
Dimensions (H×W×D)	44 mm × 220 mm × 220 mm	44 mm × 220 mm × 220 mm
Operating Temperature	–10 °C to +50 °C	–10 °C to +50 °C
Deployment Modes	Fit (cloud), Fat (AC), Standalone (GUI/CLI)	Fit (cloud), Fat (AC), Standalone (GUI/CLI)

Accessories & Optional Modules

Mounting Brackets: Versatile ceiling and wall mount options for easy installation.
Surge Protectors: Inline Ethernet surge protection for secure outdoor or high-lightning environments.
USB-Based IoT Modules: For enhancing connectivity with ZigBee, RFID, or other IoT applications.

Core Features

Next-Generation Wi-Fi 6 Technology
The Huawei AirEngine 6761 APs utilize 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) technology to deliver higher capacity, lower latency, and better efficiency compared to previous generations. With MU-MIMO and OFDMA, these APs can handle more simultaneous users and more demanding applications, such as HD video streaming and large file transfers .
Smart Antennas for Dynamic Coverage
The built-in Smart Co-Planar Antennas allow the APs to dynamically adjust beamforming patterns, increasing signal strength and ensuring robust connections in environments with obstacles or interference. This results in up to 20% higher throughput compared to traditional fixed antennas .
High-Performance Throughput
The 6761-21 and 6761-21T models support up to 5.95 Gbps of throughput, leveraging 4×4 MU-MIMO technology on the 5 GHz band, ideal for high-density, high-traffic environments like conference rooms, offices, and classrooms where many devices need simultaneous access to the network.
Flexible Uplink Options
With both 10GE SFP+ and GE RJ45 uplink ports, the AirEngine 6761 series is ready for future-proofed, high-speed backhaul connections. The 10GE SFP+ port ensures rapid data transmission between the AP and core switches, reducing bottlenecks and providing a solid backbone for modern networks.
Seamless Deployment and Integration
The Huawei AirEngine 6761 APs can be deployed in Fit, Fat, or Cloud mode, providing flexibility for all types of enterprise networks. Whether using a cloud-managed setup, standalone configuration, or centralized controller, the APs ensure seamless integration and performance monitoring.

Security & Authentication

WPA3 & WPA2 Enterprise
The AirEngine 6761 APs support the latest WPA3 encryption and WPA2-Enterprise standards, ensuring your network is secure against common vulnerabilities and brute-force attacks. The SAE (Simultaneous Authentication of Equals) protocol provides a more secure handshake, while GCMP-256 encryption offers enhanced data protection.
802.1X / RADIUS Authentication
By using 802.1X/RADIUS and PPSK (Private Pre-Shared Key), the AirEngine 6761 series provides fine-grained control over who can access the network, making it ideal for environments that require multi-level security like corporate offices or educational institutions.
Guest Portal & VLAN Segmentation
The AirEngine 6761 series supports customizable captive portals for guest networks, allowing visitors to securely access Wi-Fi without compromising internal network security. Additionally, VLAN segmentation isolates traffic and enforces security policies, ensuring optimal performance and privacy.
WIPS (Wireless Intrusion Prevention System)
Continuous spectrum scanning detects rogue APs, unauthorized devices, or network vulnerabilities, preventing potential security breaches. It also supports automatic mitigation to contain any intrusions.
Management via Secure Channels
All management interfaces, such as SSH, HTTPS, and SNMPv3, are secured to ensure that only authorized administrators can access the AP’s settings.

Setup and Management

Installation & Mounting

Ceiling Mount
The AirEngine 6761 series is designed for easy ceiling-mount installation, ideal for offices, classrooms, and conference rooms. Its compact size allows for unobtrusive placement while providing extensive coverage.
Hybrid Power & Data Options
The PoE 802.3at/af support makes installation even easier, as power and data can be delivered over a single Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for separate power lines.
Optimized for Easy Installation
The 6761-21 and 6761-21T models feature user-friendly mounting kits that make installation quick and straightforward, even in high-ceiling spaces or open areas with multiple APs.

RF Planning & Configuration

Auto Channel Selection & Dynamic Power Control
With Huawei’s advanced RF algorithms, the AirEngine 6761 APs automatically select the best channels to avoid interference, providing optimal performance even in congested environments. Transmit Power Control (TPC) adapts to local conditions, improving coverage and minimizing co-channel interference.
Beamforming & Airtime Fairness
Beamforming technology ensures that RF energy is focused directly on clients, while Airtime Fairness helps balance the connection quality between legacy and modern devices. This leads to better performance for all devices, reducing slowdowns and buffering.
Heat-Map Simulations
Using Huawei’s cloud management tools, you can simulate the coverage and performance of the APs before deployment. This ensures that the APs are optimally placed, and there’s minimal interference between access points.

Monitoring

Cloud or On-Premises Management
The AirEngine 6761 series supports both cloud-based management through Huawei’s centralized platform and on-premises management via a local controller, giving administrators flexibility in how they manage their networks.
Zero-Touch Provisioning
The APs are designed for easy deployment with zero-touch provisioning, minimizing setup time and ensuring all devices are quickly connected and configured.
Real-Time Monitoring
Built-in performance monitoring tools allow administrators to track bandwidth usage, client connections, and other metrics in real time. This enables proactive troubleshooting and capacity planning.

Technical Configuration

Secure Management Setup

system-view

stelnet server enable

ssh server enable

http secure-server enable

Configure SSID with WPA3 Enterprise

wlan ssid-profile CorpNet

ssid CorporateWiFi

authentication-mode wpa3-enterprise

pre-shared-key cipher StrongKey2025

vlan 100

Enable MU-MIMO & OFDMA

interface wlan ap-model AirEngine6761-*

ax enable

mu-mimo enable

ofdma enable

Configure Uplink for 10GE SFP+

interface ten-gigabitEthernet 0/1

speed 10000

interface gigabitEthernet 0/2

speed 1000

Enable Smart Antenna & Beamforming

smart-antenna enable

beamforming enable

Fast Roaming & QoS

ip wlan fast-roaming enable

fast-roaming method 802.11r

qos wmm enable

save

Real-World Case Studies

Corporate Offices
– The 6761-21 APs deployed across multiple office floors ensured seamless Wi-Fi 6 coverage, improving video conferencing quality and employee satisfaction by 40 %.
University Campus
– Over 300 AirEngine 6761 APs provided high-speed Wi-Fi for 2,000+ students, supporting AR/VR-based learning and interactive classrooms.
Healthcare Facility
– The 6761-21T units were strategically placed in hallways and waiting rooms, providing strong and reliable connections for IoT medical devices and patient Wi-Fi access.

FAQ – Practical Answers

Q1: What throughput does the 6761 series deliver?
The 6761 series supports up to 5.95 Gbps via dual-band MU-MIMO and OFDMA technology.

Q2: Are the antennas built-in or external?
The 6761-21 has built-in Smart Antennas, while the 6761-21T offers external antenna ports for flexibility.

Q3: Can I use these APs outdoors?
While these are designed for indoor use, they can be deployed in semi-outdoor environments with some precautions, but AirEngine 6761 series is better for fully outdoor environments.

Q4: How many clients can each AP handle?
The 6761 can support up to 1,024 clients in dual-radio mode and up to 1,152 in triple-radio mode.

Q5: Does it support cloud management?
Yes, Huawei Cloud management is supported, along with Fat (AC) and Standalone modes.

Q6: How is the AP powered?
The APs support PoE 802.3at/af or can be powered via 48 V DC.

Q7: Can I use these APs for video streaming?
Yes, with Wi-Fi 6 technology, the 6761 series supports high-throughput applications like HD video streaming and VR/AR.

Conclusion

The Huawei AirEngine 6761 Series brings 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 technology to indoor networks, delivering 5.95 Gbps throughput, dynamic Smart Antennas, and flexible uplink options for a seamless, high-performance experience. Ideal for office spaces, classrooms, and enterprise environments, these Huawei Wireless APs ensure reliability, scalability, and future-proof connectivity.

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