Cambium Networks cnPilot E600 802.11ac Wave 2 Indoor Access Point
The Cambium cnPilot E600 is a high-powered, enterprise-grade indoor wireless access point that delivers Gigabit speeds and exceptional performance for demanding environments. With 802.11ac Wave 2 technology, 4x4 MU-MIMO, and advanced beamforming, the E600 is perfect for schools, shopping centres, hotels, offices, and any indoor space requiring high capacity, extended range, and support for high user density.
Key Features
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802.11ac Wave 2: Latest Wi-Fi standard with Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) for efficient simultaneous data transmission
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4x4:4 MU-MIMO on 5 GHz: Supports up to 512 concurrent clients with maximum data rates of 1.3 Gbps
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Dual-band operation: 2.4 GHz (2x2) and 5 GHz (4x4) radios with 32 SSIDs across both radios
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Controller-optional architecture: Seamless roaming for up to 1,000 clients without needing a controller
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Indoor/Outdoor mesh capability: Wirelessly extend Wi-Fi coverage across multiple E600s or outdoor E500 APs
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Free cnMaestro cloud management: No AP management license fees, with zero-touch provisioning and cloud or on-premises options
High Performance for High-Density Environments
With 28 dBm maximum transmit power and DFS certification, the plenum-rated E600 makes full use of additional reserved 5 GHz DFS channels, offering exceptional flexibility for both coverage and capacity. The access point supports 256 concurrent client associations and 16 SSIDs, with dual on-board Active/Standby memory banks ensuring high density with high availability.
Smart Guest Access & Monetisation
Built-in hotspot portal hosting enables splash page hosting, social login, and payment gateway integration directly on the AP. Create time, rate, and volume-limited traffic profiles with vouchers for temporary guest access—ideal for hotels, cafes, campgrounds, and office guest Wi-Fi.
Service-Aware WLANs
When connection to a critical resource such as an external gateway or AAA server is down, the E600 automatically turns off impacted SSIDs, enabling client devices to redirect to a functional neighbouring access point—ensuring an uninterrupted user experience.
Advanced Wi-Fi Features
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Beamforming: Focuses signal strength toward connected clients
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Band steering: Automatically directs dual-band clients to the less congested 5 GHz band
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Airtime Fairness (ATF): Optimises throughput management
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Automatic channel selection (ACS): Dynamically adapts to changing RF conditions
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802.11k/v/r support: Fast roaming and seamless handoff
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Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio included
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VLAN and QoS support: Prioritise critical traffic
Flexible Management Options
The E600 can be managed via Cambium's cnMaestro cloud controller, on-premises cnMaestro, or as a standalone AP. Management includes zero-touch onboarding, inventory tracking, mass configuration, dashboard views with alarms, mass upgrades, and hierarchical device organisation.
Connectivity
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port (PoE In)
- USB port
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio
What's in the Box
- Cambium cnPilot E600 Indoor Access Point
- Integrated mounting bracket (wall and ceiling compatible)
- Quick Start Guide
- PoE injector (depending on SKU variant)
Full Specifications
Wireless Standards
| Wi-Fi Standards |
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2 |
| Additional Standards |
IEEE 802.11d/e/h/i/k/r/u/v/w |
| Modulation |
BPSK, QPSK, CCK, 16/64/256-QAM |
Radio Configuration
| 2.4 GHz Radio |
802.11 b/g/n, 2x2:2 MU-MIMO |
| 5 GHz Radio |
802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2, 4x4:4 MU-MIMO |
| Antenna Gain |
4.55 dBi (2.4 GHz) / 4.25 dBi (5 GHz) |
| Antenna Type |
Internal 4x4 array, omni-directional (360°) |
| Polarisation |
Dual-linear |
| Max Transmit Power |
28 dBm (22 dBm typical) |
Performance
| Maximum Data Rate |
1.3 Gbps (1733 Mbit/s) |
| Concurrent Clients |
Up to 512 users |
| Client Associations |
256 concurrent associations |
| SSIDs |
32 SSIDs across 2 radios (16 per radio) |
| Indoor Range |
Up to 250 metres (800 feet) |
Frequency & Channels
| 2.4 GHz Band |
2400 - 2484 MHz |
| 5 GHz Band |
5150 - 5850 MHz (with DFS band support) |
| Channel Width |
20, 40, 80 MHz |
Security
| Encryption |
WPA2 Enterprise (802.1x/EAP), WPA2 Personal (PSK), Open |
| EAP Types |
EAP-SIM/AKA, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TTLS, EAP-TLS |
| Authentication |
MAC authentication (local database or external RADIUS server), RADIUS, Active Directory integration |
Network Interfaces
| Ethernet Ports |
1 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| USB |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) |
Power
| Power Supply |
802.3at PoE injector or PoE+ switch (recommended), 802.3af supported with reduced performance, 12V DC adapter (optional accessory) |
| Power Consumption |
22W (maximum) |
Physical Specifications
| Dimensions |
180 x 180 x 42 mm |
| Weight |
400 g (0.4 kg) |
| Mounting |
Integrated bracket for wall and ceiling mounting, T-bar rail compatible |
| Physical Security |
Kensington key hole |
| LED Indicator |
Single LED window with tri-colour (Amber, Blue, Green) display |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 50°C |
| Certifications |
FCC, ETSI, CE, EN 60601-1-2 (Medical EMC), UL2043 Plenum rated |
Management & Features
| Management |
cnMaestro cloud, cnMaestro on-premises, standalone AP |
| Advanced Features |
Beamforming, Band steering, Airtime Fairness (ATF), Automatic channel selection (ACS), QoS, VLAN support, Multi-hop mesh, Guest access with vouchers, Splash page hosting, Social login |
| Roaming |
Seamless roaming for up to 1,000 clients (controller-optional) |
| Standards Support |
802.11k (neighbour reports), 802.11v (BSS transition), 802.11r (fast roaming) |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
