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Review on Cisco WAP581 Wireless AC Wave 2 Access Point, Dual Radio, 2.5GbE LAN, Lifetime Protection (WAP581-A-K9) by Bryan Reed

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works as advertised, good coverage.

I have used several of these. I had a weird problem with one (factory error) and Cisco replaced the device. Devices only work via POE. They prefer 802.3at but will work with 802.3af (no .3af channel binding). To connect 2 channels use the "on” option (ie no protocol option) on the switch. WAP does not support LACP or PAGP. To install, mount the supplied bracket on the ceiling or wall and snap the device onto it.

Pros
  • Stylish and modern design
Cons
  • New competitors have appeared