Linksys by Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point - PoE

by Cisco

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 7.8 x 5.2 inches ; 13.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000H46SVY
• Item model number: WAP4400N
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 2, 2004

Product Description

From the manufacturer

From the manufacturer The Cisco WAP4400N Wireless Access Point delivers highly secure, high-performance wireless network access to your employees. Expanded coverage helps ensure that employees can access the network anywhere in the workplace. The 802.11n standard is designed to support even the most bandwidth-intensive applications, such as voice and video. Enhanced security protects your business information and gives you control over who can access your network. With an easy-to-use web interface, you can provide wireless connectivity in no time at all. Adding wireless access to your existing business network is the best way to keep your employees productive and connected wherever work occurs in the workplace.

Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point with PoE enablement and Advanced Security

Features 1 Gigabit Ethernet port to transfer data at high speeds.

The Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point lets you connect Wireless-N (802.11n), Wireless-G (802.11g), and Wireless-B (802.11b) devices to your wired network, making it easy to provide wireless access in the workplace. Power over Ethernet (PoE) support makes the access point easy to install - you can mount it anywhere, even without ready access to a power plug. With appropriate PoE support at the other end, such as a PoE switch, you need to run only one cable to the access point to deliver both data and power. Of course, you can also use the included AC adapter if power is available nearby or you are not connecting to a PoE switch or injector. Configuration is a snap with the web browser-based configuration utility. This intuitive tool allows you to take full advantage of all the access point security and quality of service features with an easy to use management interface.

Secure Wireless To protect your data and privacy, the Cisco Wireless-N Access Point supports the industrial-strength wireless security of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), encoding all your wireless transmissions with powerful encryption. The MAC address filter lets you decide exactly who has access to your wireless network, and advanced logging keeps you apprised of access attempts. The rogue access point detection capability notifies the administrator when an unauthorized access point is detected in the airspace. The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) feature facilitates simple and secure deployment of security in the wireless network. Cisco Small Business Access Points - A Complete Portfolio Cisco Small Business Access Points offer a complete portfolio of affordably priced products, purpose-built for small businesses that deliver, reliable connectivity with easy to use products. Choose from N, B or G standards as well as access points that can be placed indoor or outdoor. Review the product table to determine which product best meets your wireless connectivity needs, including the Cisco WET200 Wireless-G Business Ethernet Bridge if you need to connection between buildings.

Cisco Small Business Wireless Access Point Portfolio Model Type 802.11x Standard Antenna Placement/Casing LAN Ports WAP4400N AP N, G, B 3 Detachable Indoor/Plastic 1 Gigabit Ethernet WAP2000 AP G, B 3 Detachable Indoor/Metal 1 Fast Ethernet WAP200 AP G, B 2 Detachable Indoor/Plastic 1 Fast Ethernet WAP200E AP G, B Internal Outdoor/Weatherproof roof 1 Fast Ethernet WET200 Bridge G, B 2 Detachable Indoor/plastic 5 Fast Ethernet

Cisco WAP4400N features 3 adjustable and removable dipole antennas with MIMO technology

High Performance You Can Trust
Wireless-N is not only the fastest wireless protocol, but also it’s backwards compatible for users running 802.11b and 802.11g devices. The access point includes 3 adjustable and removable antennas with MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) technology, which increases wireless throughput and expands the range to reduce “dead spots” providing more efficient coverage of your small business. Embedded quality-of-service (QoS) functionality maintains excellence in video and voice communications. The access point includes a Gigabit Ethernet LAN interface to transfer data at high speeds. The combination of the high performance Gigabit Ethernet interface and the increased speeds delivered by the 802.11n standard makes this access point ideal for applications such as high-bandwidth data or video.

Securely, Extend your Network

• Supports high-bandwidth applications with the 802.11n standard; backward compatible with 802.11b and g devices
• Connects to Power over Ethernet devices, simplifying installation and eliminating the need for and cost of installing external power supplies
• Protects business information with enhanced security, including rogue access point detection, advanced encryption, and select access filters
• Simplifies installation and configuration with easy-to-use web interface
• Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) wireless QoS support

What’s in the Box

• Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point with PoE
• User guide on CD-ROM
• Ethernet network cable
• Power adapter
• Product stands
• Registration card

Product Description

With the growth in high bandwidth applications, such as storage and video in the work place, network performance is essential. Wireless technology is no longer lagging behind wired performance. The Linksys Business Series WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point answers your growing business' need for access, speed and security. Using the very latest wireless networking technology, Wireless-N (draft 802.11n), Multiple In, Multiple Out (MIMO) technology multiplies the effective data rate by overlaying the signals of multiple radios. The Linksys Wireless-N Access Point lets you connect Wireless-N (802.11n), Wireless-G (802.11g) or Wireless-B (802.11b) devices to your wired network so you can add PCs to the network with no cabling hassle. Power over Ethernet (PoE) support makes the Access Point easy to install. You can mount the Access Point anywhere, even without ready access to a power plug. With appropriate PoE support at the other end, you only need to run one cable to the Access Point to deliver both data and power. Operating Channels - 11 North America, 13 Most of Europe (ETSI and Japan) Receiver Sensitivity - 11.n 300Mbps at -69dbM, 11.g 54Mbps at -73dBm, 11.b 11Mbps at -88dBM Security - WEP/WPA/WPA2 WEP 64bit/128bit, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-ENT, WPA2-ENT Linux Operating System System Requirements - 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n Wireless Adapter With TCP/IP Protocol Installed Per PC, Switch/Router with Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support Or PoE Injector when used with PoE & Web-Based Configuration Java-Enabled Web Browser Dimensions - Width 7.80 x Height 5.16 x Depth 7.80-inches (198 x 131 x 198 mm) Weight - 0.84 pounds (38 grams)

Please note: A new firmware, which resolves wireless connectivity issues and other known bugs, has been released on www.linksys.com.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for what it's designed for., March 1, 2008

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G. Edwards "nitedweller" (Hurricane, WV United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Linksys by Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point - PoE (Personal Computers)

I read the prior reviews but went ahead and bought this on the advise of a friend who intalls wireless networks for a living and he uses this access point a lot. I am completly pleased with this Linksys product. When you plan to use it for what it is designed for, an Access point, and don't have any notions that it is anything more, it chugs right along. I ran CAT 6 cable, (keeping under 300 meters total length) and used the AC adaptor supplied to power the unit. It is ran off a Linksys wireless-N router and a 5 station Linksys Workgroup hub. I mounted it in the downstairs coat closet behind my TV room and turned on my laptop, found it, and connected. I then entered it's webbased setup utility and configured it to my liking, (WPA2 security to match my wireless router) and I works like a charm. I am writing this review on my laptop, in my bedroom, where my upstairs router alone could never reach. I now have full bar service all over my complete property, inside and out. It is just what was needed.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product, March 1, 2008

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David Mersch (Novi, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Linksys by Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point - PoE (Personal Computers)

I purchased this WAP about two months ago and it has performed flawlessly. It was easy to setup and configure; I'm not sure what the problem is with the other reviewers. In fact, I almost didn't buy this product because of the amount of negative reviews. I have always experienced great performance with Linksys products, so I thought I'd give this one a try too. If you have basic knowledge of wireless networks and can follow simple instructions, this product is for you. If not, you'll probably have to hire a technician for any product you purchase. Don't disparage a fine product. Purchase with confidence.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most stable Access Points, October 7, 2008

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Tinybear "TechGeek" (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Linksys by Cisco WAP4400N Wireless-N Access Point - PoE (Personal Computers)

I'm not sure why other people are having problems with this access point. With the the latest firmware (as of 06/2008) the access points are stable and run for many months without crashing. I've configured 7 of these to cover a 100,000 square foot warehouse with the AP's suspended from the ceiling. No power had to be run to each access Point because they are all power over ethernet - we simply had to get a power over ethernet switch and run a standard ethernet drop to each access point.

I've gone back to the warehouse two months later and all access points had an uptime of 61 days - not a single one had crashed. I decided to reboot each of them, just in case, but they were all up and running, responding, and supplying a wireless signal, after 2 months. I was actually a little shocked, I figured at least one would have crashed. The nice thing is since they are power over ethernet I just had to unplug each one by one from our power over ethernet switch - no running around anywhere. I figured 2 months of being stbale in a hot warehouse over the summer for all 7 access points is an excellent test of stability.

The best thing is that all the AP's share the same SSID and password and I can roam from one end of the warehouse to the other while downloading a file and without dropping a single ping. I did have to plan the wireless channel configuration ahead of time and I tried to minimize the interference with each other. Remember there are really only 3 distinct channels, 1, 6, and 11, so try to space your access points apart so that you get the least amount of conflict. There is a serious problem with the 802.11G specification where each channel overlaps with channels +-3 channels from it - so an access point on channel 3 conflicts with both channel 1 and channel 6. Short story - use only 1, 6 and 11 for your wireless channels.

In any case, with proper configuration and the latest firmware, everything runs stable and has tremendous range. I'm getting a good signal with every access point spaced 200 ft apart. Each access point is able to supply a medium but stable signal at a 120ft radius so placing the AP's 200 ft allows for a little bit of overlap to ensure good coverage everywhere. This was tested with all the racks in place in the warehouse, metal racks with wooden shelves.

In short, a tremendous access point for the price, great for businesses that require long term stability.