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Huawei AirEngine 9701-L Access Controller Overview
The AirEngine 9701‑L is a compact, small-to-medium enterprise wireless controller designed to manage up to 512 Access Points (APs) and 4,096 concurrent users. It integrates a 10-port GE switch and provides two 10 G SFP+ uplinks, achieving 12 Gbps forwarding performance. Ideal for small/medium campuses, enterprise offices, wireless MANs, and hotspot networks. Supports 802.11be/ac/ax/n APs.
Highlights
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Scalable AP Management: Supports up to 512 APs with seamless scaling from small to medium networks.
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High-Bandwidth Switching: Built-in 10×GE switch and 2×10 G SFP+ uplinks, delivering up to 12 Gbps forwarding throughput.
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SmartRadio Air Interface Optimization: Features load-balanced roaming, dynamic EDCA, airtime scheduling, and conflict avoidance for stable wireless performance.
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Flexible Forwarding Modes: Supports inline/bypass/bridge deployment with both Layer‑2 and Layer‑3 forwarding. Compatible with mixed AP standards (802.11n/ac/ax/be).
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Built-In Reliability: Offers 1+1 hot standby, LACP/MSTP port redundancy, and intuitive network health monitoring dashboards.
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Smart Management & Self-Diagnostics: Provides one-click troubleshooting, KPI dashboards, CLI/web GUI, and automated AP profiling.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Redundant AC/DC Power Supply | Power Supply | Ensures uninterrupted 1+1 power availability. |
| 10 G SFP+ Optical Modules | Connectivity | Enables fiber uplinks over 10 G for long-distance connections. |
| GE RJ45 Transceivers | Connectivity | Provides copper-based RJ45 connectivity for GE ports. |
| Console Cable (RJ45→DB9) | Management | Required for initial CLI configuration and maintenance. |
| Rack-Mount Kit | Installation | Supports integration into standard 19″ enterprise racks. |
| Grounding Kit | Safety | Protects against electrical and lightning surges. |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | AirEngine 9701‑L | AirEngine 9700‑M1 | AirEngine 9703‑S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max APs | 512 | 2,048 | 4,096 |
| Max Users | 4,096 (10,240 RTU) | 65,536 | 51,200 |
| Forwarding Throughput | 12 Gbps | 20 Gbps | 120 Gbps |
| Ports | 2×10G + 10GE | 12×GE + 12×10GE + 2×40GE | 2×100G/40G + 8×GE combo |
| Size/Form Factor | Compact box (43.6×210×250 mm) | 1U rack-mountable | 1U high-performance chassis |
| Ideal Deployment | Small-medium campuses, offices | Large campuses/offices | Mid-large educational campuses |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum AP Capacity | 512 APs |
| Maximum Concurrent Users | 4,096 (supports RTU expansion up to 10,240) |
| Forwarding Performance | 12 Gbps (packet forwarding with 1,512-byte frames) |
| Fixed Ports | 2×10G SFP+ optical ports, 10×GE RJ45 electrical ports |
| Deployment Modes | Inline/offline, centralized/distributed forwarding, Layer 2/3, NAT traversal |
| Redundancy and Reliability | 1+1 hot standby, LACP/MSTP port redundancy |
| SmartRadio Features | Load-balanced roaming, EDCA, airtime fairness, dynamic channel allocation, interference avoidance |
| QoS Features | Priority queuing (PQ), WRR, DRR, WRED/SRED congestion avoidance |
| Management Interfaces | Console (RJ45), Web GUI, CLI, SNMPv1/v2c/v3 |
| Advanced Management | Visualized KPI dashboards, one-click diagnostics, real-time network monitoring |
| Security Features | WPA2/WPA3, ACLs, user-role authentication, DHCP snooping, ARP protection, Anti-DoS, SSHv2.0, RADIUS/HWTACACS, WAPI |
| Compatible Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be |
| Power Supply Options | Single or redundant AC/DC power |
| Power Consumption | Max 25 W |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 43.6 mm × 210 mm × 250 mm |
| Weight | 1.9 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 1,800 meters (derating required above this altitude) |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, UL, RoHS compliance |
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