Outdoor WiFi 7 Router BE5100

Product Overview

The WAVLINK BE5100 Dual Band WiFi 7 Router delivers next-generation wireless connectivity where standard routers fail. Rated IP67 for full dust and water ingress protection and hardened with 15KV ESD and 4KV lightning protection, it is engineered for permanent outdoor deployment across construction sites, rural properties, farms, caravan parks, event venues, and industrial facilities. Powered by the WiFi 7 (802.11be) standard, it delivers combined speeds up to 5100 Mbps across dual bands with a verified coverage radius of up to 1km. For properties beyond the NBN footprint, the BE5100 connects directly to Starlink satellite internet, distributing fast wireless across paddocks, sheds, workshops, and staff accommodation from a single unit.

Key Features

• WiFi 7 Dual Band Performance: Simultaneous 2.4 GHz (688 Mbps) and 5 GHz (4323 Mbps) operation delivers combined throughput up to 5100 Mbps, with full backward compatibility across 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax standards. Supports 4K video streaming to outbuildings, lag-free security camera feeds, and fast multi-device deployments without additional cabling.
• IP67 Weatherproof Construction: Fully sealed against dust ingress and water immersion for reliable performance in rain, humidity, coastal salt air, and dusty outdoor conditions — built for permanent installation, not occasional outdoor use.
• Surge and Lightning Protection: 15KV electrostatic discharge protection and 4KV lightning protection safeguard the unit and your entire network infrastructure against electrical damage from storms, a critical consideration for exposed rural and rooftop installations.
• Five-Antenna Coverage Array: Four 8 dBi and one dedicated 5 dBi omni-directional fiberglass antennas deliver 360° coverage across large outdoor areas up to 1km. The fifth antenna is specifically designed to eliminate near-ground dead zones that standard single-array outdoor units miss entirely.
• Starlink and Multi-Mode Deployment: Connects directly to Starlink via the 2.5G WAN/LAN port for properties beyond the NBN footprint. Supports Mesh Router, Mesh AP, Mesh Extender, AP, and Repeater modes for flexible integration into any existing network topology, with one-click WAVLINK Everything Mesh pairing for fast multi-node setups.
• Flexible PoE Power Options: Accepts 54V passive PoE, 48V active PoE (802.3at/af), or 100–240V AC input, allowing installers to run a single CAT5e cable up to 100m to the mount point with no separate power outlet required — ideal for pole, fence post, or building fascia installations.
• WPA3 Security: WPA3-SAE and WPA2-PSK mixed-mode encryption protects against network eavesdropping, man-in-the-middle attacks, and unauthorised access in open or semi-public outdoor environments.

Product Details

The WL-WN573HBE2 includes a 2.5G WAN/LAN port, PAIR and Reset buttons for straightforward provisioning, and is managed via an intuitive browser-based interface with channel selection, guest WiFi, dual-band management, and usage monitoring. Compatible mesh devices include the WN586X3 and WN572HP3 (latest firmware required). Note: the included PoE converter is not weatherproof and must be installed indoors or in a protected enclosure. Maximum PoE cable run is 100m using CAT5e or above.

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Access Communications has been supplying Australian trade professionals with quality networking, data, and telecommunications hardware since 1973. The WAVLINK BE5100 ships Australia-wide. Contact us for technical support or pre-purchase advice.