Huawei AC6805 - WLAN Controller

The HUAWEI AC6805 WLAN controller manages large-scale wireless networks. It acts as a central hub for campus and branch infrastructures, handling configuration and policy enforcement across distributed setups. The unit connects to the network via optical or copper uplinks and provides a maximum forwarding capacity of 40 Gbit/s, supporting high data traffic from connected endpoints. As this unit ships without an integrated power supply, administrators must install an AC or DC module before deployment. Furthermore, the system does not provide Power over Ethernet (PoE), meaning connected edge devices require independent power sources.

The rack-mountable hardware is intended for indoor use in standard server cabinets or telecom racks. The chassis is 550 mm wide and 525 mm deep, which requires sufficient space within the enclosure. Weighing 8.59 kg, the unit requires mounting rails designed for heavy enterprise equipment. Administrators can deploy the system using direct or tunnel forwarding modes to suit specific network topologies and security requirements. Consolidating controller functions into one appliance simplifies network operations and ensures consistent behaviour across multiple sites. Under peak loads, the hardware consumes up to 202.5 W.

• Management capacity for up to 6,000 wireless access points
• 12× Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports for standard wired local area connections
• 12× 10GE SFP+ and 2× 40GE QSFP+ uplink interfaces for high-bandwidth backbone routing
• Support for 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, ac wave 2, and ax wireless standards
• Supported Ethernet LAN data rates of 1000, 10000, and 40000 Mbit/s
• Physical height of 230 mm