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Huawei AR161W,1GE WAN,4GE LAN,WIFI 2.4G
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AR161W Overview
AR161W is a high-performance enterprise router built with a modular architecture that enables flexible expansion and integrated services for voice, video, and WAN optimization. It offers diverse power options including redundant AC power supplies, dual WAN interfaces combined with eight LAN ports, and advanced VPN features such as IPSec and SSL VPN to ensure secure connectivity and redundancy.
Designed to deliver robust throughput capacity of up to 1 Gbps, AR161W supports scalable modular slots and high availability for mission-critical applications. It is optimized for enterprise and business use cases, providing integrated security features, efficient routing protocols, and reliable performance in complex network environments.
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AR161W Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Power Source
- Redundant AC Power Supply
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4 / IPv6
- Remote Management
- SNMP / HTTPS / CLI
- Compliance Standards
- CE / FCC / RoHS
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / PoE
- Use Case
- Enterprise / Business
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Voice / Video / WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Safety
- UL / cUL
- EMC
- FCC Class A / CE
- Telecom
- TIA/EIA-568
- Throughput Capacity
- 1 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 1 GB
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP
- Power
- 150W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- AR161W Enterprise Router
- Height
- 2 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| AR161W |  AR169FGVW-L |  AR162F |  AR168F |  AR161FW | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G | Fiber Optic / DSL | Fiber Optic / DSL |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | CE / FCC / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE | FCC / CE | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 20 inches | 15 inches | 15 inches | 16 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | FCC Class A / CE | N/A | N/A | N/A | EN55032 |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | NIM, SFP+ | N/A | SFP+ | NIM |
| Features | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / PoE | Mesh, VPN, VoIP, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall | VPN / Firewall / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, WAN Optimization |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 2 inches | 2 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 / WAN Optimization | Voice, Video |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP, Combo Ports | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 1 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | N/A | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | TCP/IP / UDP | IPv4, IPv6, OSPF, BGP, RIP, Static Routing |
| Power | 150W | 250 Watt | 65 Watt | 150W | 150W |
| Power Source | Redundant AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | AR161W Enterprise Router | AR169FGVW-L Enterprise Router | AR162F Enterprise Router | AR168F | AR161FW Enterprise Router |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SNMP / HTTPS / CLI | SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTPS | SNMP, SSH | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing |
| Safety | UL / cUL | N/A | N/A | N/A | IEC 60950-1 |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | TIA/EIA-568 | N/A | N/A | N/A | TIA-568-C |
| Throughput Capacity | 1 Gbps | 5 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise / Business | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | 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 | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 12 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | WiFi 6 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 inches | 18 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | Yes | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kellan Bramley
5
Easy configuration and dependable performance. Good balance of wired and wireless.
E
Elliot Norwood
4
Stable uptime and predictable throughput. Works well for small branch networks.
T
Tristan Wetherby
4
Wi-Fi performance is steady and routing is reliable. Good SMB gateway.
F
Finlay Westcott
5
Consistent connectivity with simple management. Great for daily business use.
O
Orson Alderwick
4
Professional branch router with stable wireless and dependable WAN behavior.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei AR161W router?
The Huawei AR161W is a compact enterprise router featuring 1 GE WAN port, 4 GE LAN ports and integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, designed for small offices and branch networks.
Which WAN and LAN interfaces does the AR161W support?
The AR161W supports one Gigabit Ethernet (GE) WAN port for upstream connectivity and four GE LAN ports for local devices.
Does the Huawei AR161W include Wi-Fi functionality?
Yes. The AR161W includes built-in dual-antenna 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi supporting IEEE 802.11b/g/n for wireless connectivity up to 300 Mbps.
How do I perform the initial setup on the AR161W?
Connect your PC to a LAN port, browse to http://192.168.1.1, log in with the default credentials (admin/admin) and follow the Web GUI wizard to configure WAN, LAN and Wi-Fi.
What VPN protocols are supported by the AR161W?
The AR161W supports IPsec, GRE, L2TP and PPTP VPN protocols, enabling secure site-to-site and remote access connections.
Can I configure VLANs on the Huawei AR161W?
Yes. The AR161W supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging on both WAN and LAN interfaces, allowing segmentation of traffic and enhanced network security.
Which routing protocols does the AR161W support?
The AR161W supports static routing, RIP v1/v2, OSPF and BGP, providing flexible routing options for small and branch office deployments.
What security features does the AR161W offer?
The AR161W provides a built-in firewall, DoS protection, IP/MAC binding, URL filtering and access control lists (ACLs) to safeguard your network.
What is the maximum throughput of the Huawei AR161W?
Under typical branch office conditions, the AR161W delivers up to 150 Mbps of forwarding throughput for mixed WAN, LAN and VPN traffic.
How many concurrent sessions can the AR161W handle?
The AR161W supports up to 20,000 concurrent sessions, ensuring stable performance under moderate branch office workloads.
What are the dimensions and weight of the AR161W?
The AR161W measures 195 × 95 × 30 mm and weighs approximately 0.3 kg, making it ideal for desktop or wall-mount installations.
What is the power consumption of the Huawei AR161W?
Under full load, the AR161W consumes up to 12 W. Its external AC adapter operates at 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
What operating temperature range does the AR161W support?
The AR161W is rated for operation between –10 °C and 45 °C, with relative humidity from 5% to 95% (non-condensing).
Does the Huawei AR161W support Quality of Service (QoS)?
Yes. The AR161W supports hierarchical QoS, traffic shaping and priority queuing to ensure bandwidth allocation for critical applications.
Is there a warranty for the Huawei AR161W?
Huawei provides a standard one-year limited hardware warranty for the AR161W, with optional extension and support packages available.
Where can I purchase the Huawei AR161W?
The Huawei AR161W is available through authorized Huawei partners, resellers and online marketplaces. Contact your local distributor for pricing and availability.