Ruijie 880 Series AP – Tri- & Quad-Radio Indoor Wi-Fi 6 Access Points

The Ruijie 880 Series AP (including the RG-AP880-E and RG-AP880-AR) brings tri- and quad-radio Wi-Fi 6 AP performance indoors, delivering up to 8.642 Gbps aggregate data rates.

Designed for high-density enterprise, education, and hospitality environments, these Ruijie Wireless APs offer multi-gigabit uplinks, AI-driven RF optimization, and hardened security to ensure seamless, high-speed wireless connectivity.

Models Overview & Specification

Feature	RG-AP880-E (Tri-Radio)	RG-AP880-AR (Quad-Radio)
Bands & Streams	2.4 GHz (2×2:2) + 5 GHz (2×2:2) + 6 GHz (2×2:2)	2.4 GHz (2×2:2) + 5 GHz×2 (2×2:2 each) + AI scan radio
Spatial Streams	6	10
Peak Throughput	7.780 Gbps	8.642 Gbps
Peak 6 GHz Rate	4.804 Gbps	N/A
Uplink Ports	1×1 GbE + 1×2.5 GbE SFP (PoE+/DC option)	1×1/2.5/5 GbE + 1×5 GbE SFP combo + console/USB
PoE & Power	802.3at PoE+ (30 W); 802.3bt PoE++ option	802.3at PoE+ (30 W) or 12–57 V DC
Antenna	Integrated omni-directional	Integrated omni-directional (5–6 dBi)
Mounting & Rating	Indoor IP41, 0–50 °C	Indoor IP41, 0–50 °C
AI & Security	—	Independent AI radio card for 24/7 radar scans

Accessories & Optional Modules

External Sector & Omni Antenna Kits for customized coverage patterns.
Surge Protector Modules (DIN-rail or in-line) for enhanced electrical protection.
High-Power PoE Injectors (802.3bt) to support both APs and IoT devices.
Mounting Extensions: Adjustable arms for installations under beams or high ceilings.

Core Features

Tri- vs. Quad-Radio DesignRG-AP880-E leverages Wi-Fi 6E tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz) for up to 7.780 Gbps aggregate rate.RG-AP880-AR adds an AI scan radio alongside dual 5 GHz radios for up to 8.642 Gbps and real-time spectrum analysis.
RG-AP880-E leverages Wi-Fi 6E tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz) for up to 7.780 Gbps aggregate rate.
RG-AP880-AR adds an AI scan radio alongside dual 5 GHz radios for up to 8.642 Gbps and real-time spectrum analysis.
Multi-Gigabit UplinksModels support 2.5 GbE, 5 GbE, and SFP uplinks to backhaul full wireless speeds without oversubscription.
Models support 2.5 GbE, 5 GbE, and SFP uplinks to backhaul full wireless speeds without oversubscription.
AI-Driven RF & Security GuardThe RG-AP880-AR’s independent AI radio performs continuous radar scans to identify hidden threats and optimize channel/power settings in real time.
The RG-AP880-AR’s independent AI radio performs continuous radar scans to identify hidden threats and optimize channel/power settings in real time.
High-Density Client SupportUp to 1,552 clients on the AR model and 1,536 on the tri-radio E model, ideal for conference centers and auditoriums.
Up to 1,552 clients on the AR model and 1,536 on the tri-radio E model, ideal for conference centers and auditoriums.
Enterprise-Grade SecurityWPA3, 802.1X/RADIUS, guest-portal isolation, rogue-AP detection, and encrypted management (SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3).
WPA3, 802.1X/RADIUS, guest-portal isolation, rogue-AP detection, and encrypted management (SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3).

Security & Authentication

WPA3 Enterprise & Personal: SAE handshake and GCMP-256 encryption protect against brute-force attacks.
802.1X/RADIUS: Dynamic user authentication with per-user VLAN assignment.
Guest Portal: Customizable captive-portal flows, bandwidth/time quotas, and dynamic VLANs.
Rogue AP Detection: AI scan radio continuously monitors for unauthorized devices and triggers containment.
Secure Management: SSH, HTTPS, and SNMPv3 ensure only authorized administrators access the control plane.

Power Details

PoE+ & PoE++: Both models support IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (30 W); the E variant also supports 802.3bt PoE++ for external device power via the LAN 2 port (48 V/12.95 W)
DC Input: RG-AP880-E and AR can accept 12–57 V DC for installations without PoE switches.
Surge Protection: Built-in Ethernet surge protection rated up to 6 kV safeguards against electrical spikes.

Installation & Mounting Guidelines

Mounting Kits: Ceiling-tile clips, wall brackets, and rafter mounts included for flexible indoor deployment.
Cable Entry & Grounding: Gland-sealed ports maintain IP41 rating; follow NEC guidelines for grounding.
Placement Best Practices: Install at 2.5–3.5 m height. Maintain 10–15 m overlapping coverage cells. Avoid obstructions and reflective surfaces at each planned AP location.
Install at 2.5–3.5 m height.
Maintain 10–15 m overlapping coverage cells.
Avoid obstructions and reflective surfaces at each planned AP location.

RF Planning & Antenna Configuration

Omni vs. Directional: Internal omnidirectional antennas suit open areas; use external directional antennas (optional) for corridors.
Channel & Power Optimization: AI-driven auto-selection of 20/40/80/160 MHz channels and transmit power based on real-time noise floor and client density.
Heat-Map Simulation: Use Ruijie’s cloud portal to model signal strength, capacity, and interference prior to rollout.

Mesh & High-Availability Topologies

Self-Healing Mesh: APs form mesh backhaul links when wired uplink fails, ensuring uninterrupted coverage.
Link Redundancy: Dual uplinks on AR model provide failover between copper and SFP connections.
Fast Roaming: 802.11r/k/v protocols deliver sub-30 ms handoff for voice and video applications.

Monitoring, Analytics & Firmware Upgrades

Ruijie Cloud: Zero-touch onboarding, global dashboards, group firmware scheduling, and predictive alerts.
AC Controller: HA-clustered AC appliances manage thousands of APs, centralizing SSID, QoS, and security policies.
Local GUI/CLI: For standalone or small-scale deployments, quick configuration wizards and CLI scripts.
AI-Assisted O&M: Automated RF tuning, anomaly detection, client-behavior insights, and capacity forecasting.

Technical Configuration

SSID & Security

wlan ssid-profile CorpWiFi

ssid CorpNet

authentication-mode wpa3-enterprise

security wpa2-aes

vlan 100

interface wlan 1

ssid-profile CorpWiFi

Radio & Channel Settings

interface dot11radio0

band 6g

channel auto

width 80

tx-power auto

Multi-Gig Uplink Configuration

interface gigabitEthernet0/1

speed 2500

poe enable

interface gigabitEthernet0/2

speed 5000

poe disable

AI Radio & Rogue Detection (AR only)

interface air-scan 1

mode ai-scan

interval 60

Mesh Enablement

mesh enable

mesh backhaul priority radio2

Monitoring & SNMP

snmp-agent sys-info version v3

snmp-agent group v3 priv read v3group write v3group

Real-World Case Studies

Global Conference Center: 300 RG-AP880-AR units provided seamless Wi-Fi 6 coverage across 50 halls, supporting 10,000+ concurrent attendees with zero dead zones.
University Library: RG-AP880-E deployed in study zones offered high-throughput remote learning and AR/VR simulations for 2,000+ students.
Corporate HQ: Tri-radio APs powered multi-gig AR applications and IoT sensors without impacting user traffic, cutting latency by 40%.

FAQ – In-Depth Answers

Q1: What Wi-Fi bands do 880 Series APs support?

RG-AP880-E: Tri-band 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz (Wi-Fi 6E) for up to 7.780 Gbps.
RG-AP880-AR: Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 with an AI scan radio for up to 8.642 Gbps.

Q2: Do I need special PoE switches?
No—both models support standard PoE+ (802.3at); the E variant also supports PoE++ (802.3bt) for external device power.

Q3: Can the AR series guard against wireless threats?
Yes—the independent AI radio on RG-AP880-AR performs 24/7 radar scans to detect and mitigate rogue APs and interference.

Q4: How are multi-gig uplinks configured?
Use the SFP combo or 2.5/5 GbE ports; auto-sensing ensures the AP backs up full wireless throughput without oversubscription.

Q5: Is mesh networking supported?
Yes—mesh mode provides self-healing wireless backhaul when wired uplinks fail, ensuring continuous coverage.

Q6: What roaming protocols are implemented?
Supports 802.11r/k/v for fast, secure handoffs with <30 ms delay between APs.

Q7: How do firmware upgrades work?
Stage in Ruijie Cloud or AC, then schedule zero-impact upgrades with automatic rollback if needed.

Q8: Can I integrate these APs into third-party NMS?
Yes—RESTful APIs and SNMPv3 enable seamless integration with external network management systems.

Conclusion

The Ruijie 880 Series AP delivers unmatched Indoor Wi-Fi 6 AP performance with Wi-Fi 6E tri-band and Wi-Fi 6 quad-radio designs.

With multi-gigabit uplinks, AI-driven RF/security, and enterprise-grade management, these Wireless Access Points excel in high-density, mission-critical indoor environments.

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