Zyxel EX5501-B0
Dual-Band Wireless AX6000 Gigabit Ethernet VoIP IAD
The Zyxel EX5501-B0 is a dual-band wireless AX device featuring 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet internet access, designed for high-performance wireless experiences in connected homes. Leveraging 802.11ax (WiFi 6) technology, it offers speeds up to 4.8 Gbps* on the 5 GHz band and 1.1 Gbps on the 2.4 GHz band, providing faster average throughput than 11ac. WiFi 6 also enhances bandwidth utilization, network capacity, and the number of simultaneous streams, enabling low latency for multiple users.
Benefits
- Lightning-fast next-generation technology: The Zyxel EX5501-B0 supports the 802.11ax (WiFi 6) standard, delivering high throughputs of up to 6000 Mbps. This enables operators to provide UHD 4K/8K services and support hybrid high-throughput applications for an IoT lifestyle.
- ? 802.11ax (WiFi 6): Provides superior performance and coverage.
- ⚙️ Auto provisioning and remote management: Utilizes TR-069 for efficient device management.
- ? Multiple SSIDs: Supports various service deployment scenarios.
- ⬆️⬇️ Uplink/Downlink MU-MIMO: Increases network capacity.
- ? OFDMA: Maximizes network efficiency.
- ? In-house developed OPAL: Realizes flexibility and faster time to market.
Maximize Network Capacity for More Devices
The uplink MU-MIMO technology allows users to enjoy interactive applications like VR or AR with reduced latency. Additionally, Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) technology improves average throughputs, significantly shortening latency and increasing network efficiency.
Uplink MU-MIMO
Diagram Description: Compares 11ac and 11ax technologies for multiple users. In 11ac, users connect sequentially. In 11ax, multiple users (User 1, User 2, User 3) can connect simultaneously.
OFDMA
Diagram Description: Illustrates how OFDMA divides channels to serve multiple users concurrently, contrasting with the 11ac approach where a single user occupies a channel. This leads to more efficient use of bandwidth and lower latency.
TR-069 Remote Management
With TR-069 standard management specifications, the Zyxel EX5501-B0 enables service providers to remotely manage, configure, monitor, and diagnose client devices without user interference. This offers a true "plug-and-play" experience, reduces deployment complexity, and lowers operating and maintenance costs.
Zyxel OPAL Firmware
The in-house developed OPAL firmware provides flexibility and accelerates time to market. Applied across Zyxel CPEs, EX5501-B0 benefits from a rich feature set including TR-069 and VoIP. Service providers can expect a consistent user experience. The modular software architecture and open framework of OPAL allow for easy feature tailoring to meet application demands.
Diagram Description: A service provider uses TR-069 for Configuration, Management, Monitoring, and Diagnostic functions, leading to up to 30% faster service delivery.
Multi-Gig Internet Access
The Zyxel EX5501-B0 features one 2.5 GbE WAN port, one 2.5 GbE LAN port, and four GbE LAN ports for multiple user connections. It also provides wireless speeds of up to 5 Gbps* on the 5 GHz band and 1 Gbps* on the 2.4 GHz band.
Device Interface Description
Diagram Description: The device front panel includes buttons for WLAN on/off and WPS on/off. The rear panel features a 2.5 GbE WAN port, USB 3.0 port, 2.5 GbE LAN port, multiple GbE LAN ports, Phone ports, a Reset button, and a Power on/off button.
Application Diagram
Diagram Description: Illustrates the network setup. A Central Office connects via the Internet to an Optical Line Terminal (OLT) using Fiber ONU. The EX5501-B0 connects to the Fiber ONU via its Ethernet WAN port. It then provides connectivity to Home/Office devices, including WiFi 2.4/5 GHz clients, Data devices, IP STB, TV, Game Console, NAS, and Phones/Fax via its FXS ports. USB storage can also be connected.
Specifications
System Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4 GHz, IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac/ax 5 GHz |
| Wireless Transfer Rates | Transmit: 802.11ax (2.4 GHz): up to 1150 Mbps; 802.11ax (5 GHz): up to 4800 Mbps |
| Wireless Security | WPA2, WPA2-PSK |
| WLAN Features | Auto channel selection, WiFi Multimedia (WMM), Wireless scheduling, Wireless output power management, Multiple SSID (up to 4), WiFi Protected Setup (WPS), Intra-BSS traffic block, MAC address filtering, WPS 2.0 |
| Firewall | IPv4/IPv6 firewall (Stateful Packet Inspection), Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack prevention, ICMP blocking |
| Routing | IPv4/IPv6, NAT, Port forwarding, WAN connection type: DHCP, PPPoE, DHCP options, DHCP server on LAN, IGMP v1/v2, IGMP Proxy, Dynamic DNS |
| VPN Pass-through | PPTP, L2TP, IPSec |
| VLAN | 802.1q tag/tag based VLAN, VLAN to ETH port mapping, Bridged/routed VLAN support |
| Management | Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS), TR-069/TR-098/TR-181, SNMP v1/v2c & MIB II, Firmware upgrade (GUI/TR-069), 2-tier level access and administration |
| Other | Content filter, Parental control, USB file sharing |
Hardware Specifications
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| WAN | One 1000 Mbps/2.5 GbE RJ-45 port |
| LAN | Four 10/100/1000 Mbps GbE RJ-45 ports, One 10/100/1000 Mbps/2.5 GbE RJ-45 port |
| VoIP | Two FXS ports |
| USB | One USB 3.0 host |
LED Indicators
- Power
- Ethernet WAN
- Internet
- 2.5G LAN
- LAN1
- LAN2
- LAN3
- LAN4
- WLAN/WPS
- Phone
- USB
Buttons
- Power on/off
- Wireless on/off
- WPS
- Reset
Power Consumption
- 12 V DC, 3.5 A
- 42 Watt max
Physical Specifications
- Item dimensions (WxDxH): 250 x 187 x 32 mm (9.84" x 7.36" x 1.26")
- Item weight: 473 g (1.043 lb.)
- Packing dimensions (WxDxH): 273 x 207 x 92 mm (10.75" x 8.15" x 3.62")
- Packing weight: 1084 g (2.390 lb.)
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Environment: Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F); Humidity: 10% to 90% (Non-condensing)
- Storage Environment: Temperature: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F); Humidity: 10% to 95% (Non-condensing)
Certification
- CE
Package Contents
- Gigabit Ethernet VoIP IAD
- Power adapter
- Ethernet cable
- Quick start guide
Note: The maximum wireless data transfer rate is derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary based on network environment factors such as distance, network traffic, building materials, construction, interference from other wireless devices, and other adverse conditions.
