Extreme Networks AP5050U
High-Density Wi-Fi 6E IP67-Rated 4x4:4 Outdoor Universal Wireless Access Point with Omni-directional antennas

Overview:

Extreme Networks is adding a new family of purpose-built 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Access Points (APs) for Stadiums to its Smart portfolio, that support more users and IoT devices with greater performance and efficiency. The 6 GHz radio will be disabled until the Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) regulations are ratified.* 6 GHz AFC ratification varies by region. Initial release of the product will be outdoor deployment only.

Harsh Outdoor & Stadium Optimized

As the Official Wi-Fi Solutions Provider of the National Football League (NFL) and Major League Baseball (MLB), Extreme understands firsthand the unique challenges of stadiums and harsh outdoor high-density Wi-Fi deployments. The IP67-rated AP5050 Series builds on that experience, by delivering a custom-designed family of access points that cater specifically to these types of challenging environments.

High Performance in High Density Environments

Improve user experience and device performance with 4x4:4 6 GHz, 4x4:4 5 GHz, and 4x4:4 2.4 GHz with OFDMA technology. With the latest Wi-Fi 6E performance and multiple software programmable radio modes, AP5050 series can serve the most dense environments.

Future-Proof with Wi-Fi 6E

With built-in 6 GHz radios, Extreme AP5050 series increases device capacity and improves spectral efficiency, allowing stadiums and high-density environments to extract more out of the Wi-Fi spectrum and future-proof their network and investment. The AP5050 series comes with multipurpose GPS capabilities, allowing it to detect regional location for approved Wi-Fi 6E outdoor use.*

Modular Design for Flexible Deployment

Extreme’s experience has taught us there is no one-size-fits-all solution for stadiums and complex outdoor environments. From the field to bowl seating, to gate entrances, to concierge areas, to parking lots, temporary medical sites, or outdoor campus locations each area has its own requirements. The AP5050 series delivers flexible deployment options—from under seat mounted, to pole-mounted, to APs with software selectable antennas—they ensure an exceptional mobile experience throughout the entire stadium or deployment environment.

The AP5050U and AP5050D are an Enterprise Universal and World SKU Wi-Fi 6E Wireless access point. This innovation simplifies the sales ordering process and reinforces Extreme’s commitment to the journey to the “Infinite Enterprise”. The World SKU allows customers, partners, and distributors to order one model for any region, replacing the age-old problem of country specific models. ExtremeCloud™ IQ geo-locates the access point and accurately provides it the corresponding set of channel and power specifications that the product can operate under in that country.

The AP5050U and AP5050D Wi-Fi 6E access points, with three 4x4:4 radios, provide high-efficiency, high-performance 802.11ax aggregate data rates up to 10 Gbps in the 6 GHz, 5 GHz, and 2.4 GHz band. Designed for high density environments, such as event venues, schools, transportation facilities, healthcare facilities, and stadiums, the AP5050U and AP5050D are powerful and intelligent enough to provide the highest level of client services without compromising security. Despite powerful capabilities, the AP5050U and AP5050D can operate with fully functional Wi-Fi capabilities using 802.3at PoE, simplifying power capacity planning.

With more users, more devices, more applications, and more threats straining the infrastructure, the AP5050U and AP5050D are engineered to meet those challenges. The AP5050U and AP5050D combine powerful 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E technology, advanced security, and ML/AI management capabilities together as an enterprise-class solution that allows you to deploy high speed, highly secure Wi-Fi into high-density environments.

Unlike other access points that scan only part-time, the AP5050U and AP5050D feature a tri-frequency sensor mode that monitors for rogue devices full time, eliminating the risk of vulnerability and attacks. This tri-radio AP is capable of multiple operating modes, optimizing for maximum performance without trading off security.

Wi-Fi 6E Enhanced Capacity

By utilizing the additional 6 GHz spectrum offered by Wi-Fi 6E, the AP5050U and AP5050D operate up to three times as much spectrum as previous generations of Wi-Fi to deliver enhanced wireless experiences, faster speeds, and less interference.

Band	Number of 20 MHz Channels	Maximum Channel Size	Maximum throughput
6 GHz	59	160 MHz	4.8 Gbps
5 GHz	25	80 MHz	4.8 Gbps
2.4 GHz	3	20 MHz	1.148 Gbps
Total	87		10.7 Gbps

Highlights

Tri-Radio Design

• 2.4 GHz (4x4:4)
• 5 GHz (4x4:4)
• 6 GHz (4x4:4) - Disabled until AFC rule is ratified

Operational modes

• Mode 1: 2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz Data Radios
• Mode 2: 5 GHz/6 GHz Data radios + Tri-frequency sensor (2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz)

Universal Hardware Platform

• On-Premise: WiNG OS (Centralized and Distributed*)
• Cloud: IQ Engine

Designed for Harsh Environments

• IP67 Outdoor Rated
• Extended temp range: -40C to +60C

Superior Tri-Frequency Radio Performance

• Multi-band filter reduces interference and enables 5 GHz and 6 GHz operation across all available channels

WPA3 Support

• Includes the latest WPA3 Wi-Fi security standard delivering robust protections for users and IoT devices

Cellular Coexistence Filter (CCF)

• Minimizes the impact of interference from cellular networks

Fully Functional over 802.3at

Smart Management Choices

• ExtremeCloud IQ delivers powerful, simple, and secure public or private cloud management capabilities
• ExtremeCloud Appliance controller is ideal for on-premises requirements

*Full Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) compliance when available in region