Cambium cnPilot e501S Wi-Fi Access Point

The (cnPilot e501S) Cambium cnPilot™ e501S is a high-performance 802.11ac outdoor sector access point designed to deliver robust wireless connectivity in challenging environments. Encased in an IP67-rated enclosure, this access point is built to withstand harsh weather conditions while providing exceptional network performance.

With its integrated sector antenna offering a 90° to 120° coverage, the e501S supports up to 256 client associations and 16 SSIDs. It ensures secure communication with WPA-2 encryption and offers advanced features like Dynamic VLANs, DFS channels, and Access Control Lists (ACL).

The e501S operates across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands, delivering reliable connections in a variety of settings. The 2.4 GHz band supports channels 1-13 (ETSI/CE) and channels 1-11 (US), while the 5 GHz band covers 5.15-5.85 GHz. Its robust SSID security includes WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x/EAP) and WPA2-Preshared-keys.

With a maximum client range of 213 meters (700 feet) and extended mesh capabilities reaching up to 3,000 meters (2.4 GHz) and 1,500 meters (5 GHz), the e501S ensures wide coverage and reliable connectivity.

The access point’s dimensions are 30 x 20.4 x 6.5 cm, and it comes with versatile mounting options, including a pole mount bracket and wall-mount capabilities. It supports multiple controller modes, including autonomous, cloud-managed, and on-premise virtualized controller modes, and is Hotspot 2.0/Passpoint capable for seamless roaming.

Key Features of cnPilot e501S

• Weatherproof Design: IP67-rated enclosure for outdoor durability.
• High Capacity: Supports up to 256 client associations and 16 SSIDs.
• Advanced Security: WPA-2 encryption with WPA2-Enterprise and WPA2-Preshared-keys.
• Wide Coverage: Integrated sector antenna with 90° ~ 120° coverage.
• Flexible Mounting: Includes pole mount and wall-mount options.
• Extended Range: Mesh capabilities up to 3,000 meters (2.4 GHz) and 1,500 meters (5 GHz).
• Versatile Management: Autonomous, cloud-managed, and on-premise controller modes.
• Hotspot 2.0/Passpoint: Ensures seamless roaming and connectivity.

Specifications of cnPilot e501S

Frequency Bands

• 2.4 GHz: 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz (Channels 1 – 13 ETSI/CE, Channels 1 – 11 US)
• 5 GHz: 5.15 – 5.85 GHz

SSID Security

• WPA-2 (802.11i): WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x/EAP) & WPA2-Preshared-keys, Open

Maximum Range

• Client: 213 meters (700 feet) (varies based on local RF conditions & client capability)
• Mesh:
  • 2.4 GHz: 3,000 meters (9,840 feet)
  • 5 GHz: 1,500 meters (4,900 feet)

Dimensions

• Size: 30 x 20.4 x 6.5 cm (without bracket)

Mounting Options

• Pole Mount: Included
• Wall Mount: Included (with bracket or without)

Controller Modes

• Autonomous: Controller-less operations (e.g., roaming)
• Cloud Managed
• On-Premise Virtualized Controller

Hotspot 2.0/Passpoint

• Yes

Conclusion

The Cambium cnPilot e501S is a versatile and robust outdoor sector access point that combines high performance with advanced security features, extensive range, and flexible management options. Its durable design and broad coverage make it ideal for outdoor deployments requiring reliable and high-capacity wireless connectivity.