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AR161W-S
AR161W-S - Huawei AR161W-S Gigabit Enterprise Wireless Route...
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AR161W-S is a modular enterprise router that delivers advanced performance with integrated services and robust VPN features. It offers flexible architecture with modular capabilities, redundant power options, and dual WAN/LAN interfaces designed to meet high throughput demands and mission-critical use cases.
AR161W-S is engineered for enterprise environments where scalability, secure remote management, and high availability are essential. Its integrated voice and video services, high-performance firewall, and versatile connectivity options ensure optimal operation in diverse networking scenarios.
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| AR161W-S |  AR161 |  AR161FG-L |  AR168F |  AR169W | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic / DSL | N/A | Fiber Optic | Fiber Optic / DSL | Fiber Optic |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.11ax | CE, FCC | IEEE 802.3, ANSI/TIA/EIA | FCC / CE | IEEE 802.3 / IEEE 802.11ac / FCC / CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired / Wireless / Ethernet |
| Depth | 18 inches | 16 inches | 15 inches | 15 inches | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | FCC, CE | N/A | FCC / CE |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | NIM | SFP+ | SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, POE | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall | VPN / Firewall / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / PoE |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice, Video | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video |
| 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 | 4 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | 1 Slot | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | TCP/IP / UDP | IPv4 / IPv6 / SNMP / NetFlow |
| Power | 150 Watt | 65 Watt | 150W | 150W | 150W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | AR161W-S Secure Enterprise Router | AR161 Enterprise Modular Router | AR161FG-L Enterprise Router | AR168F | AR169W Enterprise Integrated Services Router |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH, HTTPS, Telnet | SSH, Telnet, SNMP, HTTPS | Telnet, SSH, HTTPS, SNMP | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SSH / Telnet / HTTPS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing |
| Safety | CE, FCC | N/A | UL, CE | N/A | UL / CE |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | RoHS Compliant | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 2.5 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE |
| 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 | 8 lbs | 25 lbs | 10 lbs | 8 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | WiFi 6 | N/A | N/A | N/A | WiFi 6 |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Wireless Support | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
Great all-in-one branch router with reliable Wi-Fi. Stable WAN performance and good coverage for small offices.
Easy to deploy and manage. Wireless has been steady and routing is consistent.
Reliable uptime with stable connectivity for daily business use.
Good branch solution combining routing and Wi-Fi without complexity.
Stable performance and clean configuration. Works well for SME sites.
Consistent wireless and routing behavior. Good value for branches.
The Huawei AR161W-S is a high-performance gigabit enterprise wireless router integrating dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, four GE LAN ports, one GE WAN port, and advanced security and VPN features for SMB and branch networks.
It supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi with combined theoretical throughput up to 1,167 Mbps (300 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps at 5 GHz).
The AR161W-S features one GE WAN port, four GE LAN ports, and one optional GE SFP port for high-speed uplinks and flexible network expansion.
Yes, it supports up to 4,096 VLANs, QinQ encapsulation, and flexible traffic isolation for secure, layered network segmentation.
It supports IPSec, SSL, GRE, and L2TP VPNs with up to 200 IPSec tunnels for secure remote access and site-to-site connectivity.
Yes, it includes an integrated stateful firewall, DoS protection, NAT overload, and application-layer filtering to guard against external threats.
Management options include a web-based GUI, command-line interface (CLI), SNMP, TR-069, and Huawei eSight for centralized device and policy management.
Yes, it delivers up to 1 Gbps forwarding performance and supports up to 100,000 concurrent sessions to ensure stable operation under heavy traffic.
It provides comprehensive QoS including traffic classification, priority queuing, bandwidth shaping, and WMM to guarantee service levels for voice, video, and data.
Absolutely. The AR161W-S is designed for small to medium enterprises and branch offices, delivering enterprise-grade routing, wireless, and security in a compact form factor.
The AR161W-S measures 260 × 200 × 45 mm, weighs 1.2 kg, and uses an external 12 V/3 A adapter with a maximum power consumption of 36 W.
No. The AR161W-S does not provide PoE on LAN ports; a separate PoE switch or injector is required to power access points and IP devices.
Huawei provides a one-year standard warranty, with optional extensions to three years, plus 24/7 technical support and firmware updates.
No. Core features like routing, VPN, firewall, and wireless are included. Optional licenses apply only to select value-added services such as cloud management.
Press and hold the RESET button for 10 seconds until the SYS LED blinks; the router will reboot and restore default settings.
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