Long Range Wi-Fi

D-Link Long Range Wi-Fi 5 Wireless Bridge

by Angus Jones

D-Link has launched its DAP-3712, a Long-Range Wi-Fi 5 Wireless Bridge capable of enabling Point-to-Point or Point-to-Multipoint connections up to 20km apart. The DAP-3712 is an invaluable solution for providing reliable, long-distance connectivity between multiple sites such as office branches, construction sites, or transportation hubs in rural and busy city areas. Using proven Wi-Fi 5 technology with speeds of up to 867Mbps and it’s easy to install design. The DAP-3712 Long Range Wireless Bridge from D-Link’s Business Solutions range offers a compelling connectivity solution versus expensive Fibre-based offerings.

The DAP-3712 features state-of-the-art hardware, including a high-gain 23 dBi directional antenna helping to provide strong and stable wireless connectivity. The DAP-3712 also employs Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology, meaning that the unit can be powered via an Ethernet cable up to 100m away from a PoE-enabled Switch or Power Injector. This is extremely useful as power sockets can be difficult to come by in ceiling cavities or outdoor deployment scenarios.

The DAP-3712 Wireless Bridge is designed to perform across long ranges and is designed to perform long-term. Braving the elements with an IP66-rated housing, providing both water and dust resistance, along with 8kV surge protection to protect the unit itself from lightning strikes and power surges.

Helping installation, the DAP-3712 Long Range Wireless Bridge has built-in Signal Strength and Alignment LED. This allows you easily align the antenna with another over long distances, saving you specialised installation service costs. Of course, D-Link Business Solutions are all backed with a Limited Lifetime Warranty and excellent support services.


Key features of the DAP-3712 Long Range Wireless Bridge

• Point-to-Point or Point-to-Multipoint connection

• Up to 20km distance and 867Mbps speeds

• 802.11ac wireless technology on 5GHz band

• TDMA technology for better performance

• High power 27 dBm design

• 23 dBi directional antenna

• IP66 Rated Weather Resistant outdoor design

• 8 kV Surge protection

• Supports standard IEEE 802.3at PoE

Long range Wi-Fi DAP-3712 availability and pricing

The new DAP-3712 Long Range Wi-Fi 5 Wireless Bridge is available now from www.dlink.com.au RRP AU$399.95.

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