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AR161-S
Huawei AR161-S Gigabit Enterprise Router, 1 GE WAN, 4 GE LAN...
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AR161-S is a high-performance enterprise router designed with a modular architecture to deliver reliable, scalable networking solutions. It supports flexible power options with redundant AC/DC power supplies, multiple WAN and LAN interfaces, and integrated services such as voice, video, and WAN optimization, ensuring seamless connectivity and robust performance in mission-critical environments.
AR161-S features modular expansion capabilities with dual slots for additional interface cards, advanced VPN support including IPSec and SSL VPN, and built-in firewall and QoS features for secure and efficient traffic management. Its high throughput, redundant design, and versatile deployment options make it ideal for enterprise branch offices and centralized network infrastructures.
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| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G / LTE | Fiber Optic / DSL | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G | Fiber Optic | N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, FCC, CE | IEEE 802.3 / FCC / CE | FCC, CE | RoHS, CE, FCC | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 14 inches | 15 inches | 15 inches | 17 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | FCC, CE | CISPR 22 |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | SM-X | N/A | N/A | SFP+ | NIM |
| Features | VPN, Firewall, QoS, Intrusion Prevention, MPLS | VPN / Firewall / Redundancy / QoS | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall | VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | Mesh / VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 1 GB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.7 inches | 1.7 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | WAN Optimization | Voice / Video | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | N/A | 2 Slots | 2 Slots |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, SNMP | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Power | 200 Watt | 350 Watt | 65 Watt | 250W | 290 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | AR161-S Enterprise Modular Router | AR161FGW-L | AR162F Enterprise Router | AR169FVW Enterprise Modular Router | AR161G-L |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH / HTTPS / SNMP | SNMP, SSH | SNMP, SSH, Telnet | SNMP / CLI / Web GUI |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | UL, CE | UL Listed |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | Telcordia | ITU-T |
| Throughput Capacity | 5 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 2 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise, Branch Office | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 20 lbs | 12 lbs | 12 lbs | 8 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Solid Gigabit enterprise router with stable WAN performance. Perfect for branch connectivity.
Reliable routing and consistent throughput for daily business traffic.
Easy to deploy and dependable under continuous operation.
Good value enterprise router with predictable performance.
Stable links and smooth configuration process.
Reliable small branch routing platform.
The Huawei AR161-S is a compact gigabit enterprise router featuring 1 GE WAN and 4 GE LAN ports, designed for small to medium branch offices requiring secure VPN and rich routing capabilities.
The AR161-S supports one Gigabit Ethernet WAN interface and four Gigabit Ethernet LAN interfaces, providing high-speed connectivity for multiple devices and uplinks.
The AR161-S delivers up to 300 Mbps of aggregate routing throughput, ensuring consistent performance for internet access, VPN encryption, and unified communications.
The AR161-S supports static routing, RIP, OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS, enabling dynamic path selection, load balancing, and scalable network deployment.