SilverNet SIL WAC-AX Wireless Access Controller
Specifications
Design
Design
| Product colour |
Black, Blue
|
|---|---|
| Rack capacity |
1U
|
| Enclosure material |
Aluminum
|
| Mounting type |
Desktop/Rack mounting
|
| LED indicators |
Power, SSD
|
Performance
Performance
| Built-in processor |
Yes
88% have it
|
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer |
Intel
|
| Processor family |
Intel Atom®
|
| Processor frequency |
1800
MHz
88% better than others
|
| Number of processors installed |
1
|
| Internal memory |
2048
MB
31% better than others
|
| Internal memory type |
DDR
|
| SSD capacity |
32
GB
46% better than others
|
Protocols
Protocols
| Management protocols |
Web / CLI / Telnet Management, Remote Management
|
|---|---|
| Supported network protocols |
IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, NAT, PPPoE, SNTP, HTTP, DDNS, IPsec, PPTP, L2TP, CAPWAP Protocol
|
| DHCP server |
Yes
95% have it
|
| DHCP client |
Yes
81% have it
|
| Supported protocols |
ACL / URL Filtering
Routing / NAT / Session Limit / Bandwidth Control
IPSec / L2TP / PPTP / OpenVPN
Voucher / Local User / SMS / RADIUS / External Portal Server
Authentication / MAC Authentication / Accounting
Load Balancing / MWAN / 802.1x
|
Network
Network
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
10,100,1000 Mbit/s
|
|---|---|
| Networking standards |
IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.1Q
|
| Flow control support |
Yes
67% have it
|
| Load balancing |
Yes
70% have it
|
| Rate limiting |
Yes
77% have it
|
| Response time to ethernet ping |
0.1 s
|
| Full duplex |
Yes
78% have it
|
| Cabling technology |
10/100/1000Base-T(X)
|
| Dynamic DNS (DDNS) |
Yes
56% have it
|
Security
Security
| Access Control List (ACL) |
Yes
71% have it
|
|---|---|
| MAC address filtering |
Yes
63% have it
|
| Security algorithms |
WEP, WPA, WPA-AES, WPA-Enterprise, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2, WPA2-AES, WPA2-TKIP
|
| VLAN support |
Yes
91% have it
|
Ports & interfaces
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity |
2
|
|---|---|
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity |
1
|
| Console port |
RJ-45
|
| Number of console ports |
1
|
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
6
|
Management features
Management features
| Graphical user interface (GUI) |
Yes
79% have it
|
|---|---|
| Management platform |
SilverCloud
|
| Web-based management |
Yes
87% have it
|
| Quality of Service (QoS) support |
Yes
65% have it
|
| Traffic statistics |
Yes
69% have it
|
| Configuring Location Settings (CLI) |
Yes
89% have it
|
| Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)/(WME) |
Yes
84% have it
|
Power
Power
| Input voltage |
110-240 V
|
|---|---|
| Output voltage |
12
V
45% better than others
|
| Output current |
5
A
73% better than others
|
Weight & dimensions
Weight & dimensions
| Width |
430
mm
37% better than others
|
|---|---|
| Depth |
300
mm
36% better than others
|
| Height |
44.5
mm
60% better than others
|
| Weight |
2.2
kg
16% better than others
|
Packaging data
Packaging data
| Package width |
380
mm
55% better than others
|
|---|---|
| Package depth |
505
mm
90% better than others
|
| Package height |
125
mm
61% better than others
|
| Package weight |
4.32
kg
92% better than others
|
| Package type |
Box
|
Packaging content
Packaging content
| AC adapter included |
Yes
78% have it
|
|---|---|
| Manual |
Yes
79% have it
|
| Quick start guide |
Yes
94% have it
|
| Quick installation guide |
Yes
72% have it
|
Operational conditions
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 50 °C
|
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-40 - 70 °C
|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
10 - 90%
|
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
5 - 90%
|
Technical details
Technical details
| Warranty period |
1 year(s)
|
|---|
Logistics data
Logistics data
| UK Trade Tariff code |
85176200
94% better than others
|
|---|
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The SilverNet SIL WAC-AX Wireless Access Controller represents a significant advancement in network management, designed for businesses and organizations requiring robust and scalable wireless infrastructure. This controller is engineered to streamline the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of multiple SilverNet access points, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance across diverse environments. Its core functionality lies in centralizing control, simplifying complex network setups, and providing granular policy enforcement capabilities that are crucial for maintaining security and efficiency in today's demanding network landscapes.
Leveraging advanced wireless standards, the WAC-AX is built to support high-density user environments and demanding applications. The controller's architecture is optimized for high throughput and low latency, making it an ideal solution for sectors such as hospitality, education, and enterprise offices where reliable and high-performing Wi-Fi is paramount. By offering a unified management platform, the SilverNet SIL WAC-AX significantly reduces the operational overhead associated with managing distributed wireless networks, allowing IT professionals to focus on strategic initiatives rather than routine maintenance. This product is a testament to SilverNet's commitment to delivering enterprise-grade networking solutions that are both powerful and user-friendly.
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we love about this product
- Centralized Management: Enables unified control and configuration of multiple SilverNet access points from a single interface, simplifying network administration.
- Scalability: Designed to support a growing number of access points and users, making it suitable for expanding businesses and organizations.
- Enhanced Performance: Facilitates optimal wireless performance by intelligently managing traffic and ensuring efficient resource allocation across the network.
- Policy Enforcement: Provides robust tools for implementing and enforcing network access policies, enhancing security and user experience.
Cons
Points to consider before buying
- Hardware Limitations: Specific details on processing power, RAM, or storage capacity are not provided, which may limit performance in extremely large-scale deployments without further clarification.
- Integration Scope: Primarily designed for SilverNet access points, limiting interoperability with third-party hardware without additional configuration or gateways.
- Advanced Features: While robust, the absence of specific advanced features like integrated SD-WAN or deep packet inspection (unless specified elsewhere) might be a drawback for highly specialized network requirements.
