524WiFi 6 DRWave1000 5018S Mesh Tri-band 802.11AX 2x2 MU-MIMO OFMDA Outdoor Router, Qualcomm IPQ 5018, Wi-Fi 6E, 6 antennas, Wallys

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Outdoor Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Access Point, Tri-Band 2.5GbE PoE

Extend your fixed wireless infrastructure across outdoor work areas with a tri-band Wi-Fi 6E mesh access point. Independent 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz radios, a 2.5GbE interface and a model-specific outdoor antenna assembly let you plan area coverage and inter-node links around your site. Pair the infrastructure with suitably installed roaming client routers on moving equipment to connect the complete working route.

Wi-Fi 6E Tri-band concurrent802.11ax wireless platform

2.4 + 5 + 6 GHzConcurrent radio bands

Wireless mesh, OpenWRT MESH ProjectFlexible site interconnection

1 × 2.5GbE + 1 × Gigabit Ethernet with PoEWired integration and power (POE not included)

Build a site-wide outdoor mesh network

Use this access point as a fixed node in a professionally planned wireless installation. The three-radio layout lets you assign wireless resources to client service and inter-node communication according to the supplied firmware and the site plan. The 2.5GbE interface provides a fast wired connection for a gateway, switch or local network, while the Gigabit PoE interface supports practical power and network integration.

An antenna layout with distinct coverage roles

The supplied outdoor assembly combines external 5 GHz omnidirectional coverage with an internal directional panel for 6 GHz and internal omnidirectional antennas for 2.4 GHz. Aim the panel toward the intended link and keep its enclosure face clear of metalwork. Use the omni paths to serve the area around the node rather than assuming that every band has the same radiation pattern.

One wireless system: fixed mesh nodes and moving clients

The mesh access points stay in place and form the site infrastructure. A roaming client router travels with the vehicle or machine and connects its onboard Ethernet devices to that infrastructure. As the vehicle moves between coverage cells, the roaming configuration manages its change of connection. Mesh interconnection and client roaming are complementary network roles. Choose the fixed nodes for the installation environment, then choose the moving client by its radio layout and the required route. Plan compatible firmware, authentication, channels and RF overlap across the complete system. An AGV or AMR is one example: the same networking role applies to other moving Ethernet-equipped platforms.

Fixed indoor mesh AP

Use this node to build the indoor coverage and interconnection infrastructure. Explore DR5018S-Mesh indoor router

Fixed outdoor mesh AP

Use this node for the outdoor enclosure and antenna configuration of the site network.

Moving dual-band client

Install on Ethernet-equipped moving machinery; 2.4 + 5 GHz radios and roaming firmware. Explore DR5018S-Roaming unit 

Moving tri-radio client

Install on mobile equipment where a planned two-radio 5 GHz roaming architecture is required. Explore DR5018S-Roaming-IN+ unit

Your Pulse Industrial Mesh system

The same DR5018-S Qualcomm IPQ5018 identity connects the fixed Mesh Nodes with the moving Mesh Clients. Choose the model by its network role, radio architecture and installation environment.

Manufacturer-tested mesh performance: 400 Mb/s across 10 hops

Build industrial mesh links for large working areas. The manufacturer reports sustained 400 Mb/s throughput across a 10-hop mesh chain on the DR5018S mesh platform, describing near-zero throughput attenuation along the tested chain. This result demonstrates the platform’s multi-hop networking potential for production halls, warehouses and logistics sites.

The figure is a manufacturer-reported test result, distinct from theoretical radio PHY rates. Achievable throughput in your installation follows the supplied firmware, radio and channel configuration, antenna system, RF conditions, traffic and topology. Plan the complete network with our Pro Plus and Signal Plus™ deployment support.

Technical specification

Theoretical PHY rates by band

PHY rates describe the radio link signaling capability, rather than measured application throughput. They depend on channel width, spatial streams and client support. A mesh hop also shares airtime with other traffic on its assigned radio; evaluate end-to-end performance across the topology you will actually use.

How the network fits together

The diagram explains equipment roles and connection paths. It is a planning illustration, not a tested deployment or a scale drawing. Use the wired gateway to connect the wireless mesh to the wider network, then choose radio roles and channels for each node.

Firmware and OpenWrt integration

The IPQ5018 platform has an OpenWrt-based mesh development project. The delivered mesh software and the public development source serve different purposes: use the firmware specified for the supplied hardware and feature set. Record the hardware revision, flash layout, antenna mapping, Ethernet assignment and current firmware version before planning an update. Ask our technical support for the appropriate configuration instructions or a revision-matched firmware package. Keep an export of the working configuration and a recovery plan before flashing. Feature availability, including management interfaces and any separately licensed firmware tools, must be checked against the ordered software configuration. Product downloads and configuration guidance are supplied through 524WiFi.net™.

Installation and commissioning

1. Define the role. Document whether the device is a fixed mesh node or an onboard roaming unit, the intended traffic, the country of operation and the required radio bands.
2. Plan power and Ethernet. Check the supplied assembly label and power documentation. Use the specified compatible PoE injector/switch or DC supply; active and passive PoE require the correct equipment and wiring.
3. Install the RF system. Connect each band to its intended antenna path, allow mechanical clearance, secure the feeds and check polarization and line of sight for directional links.
4. Configure the network. Set management addresses, network segmentation, credentials, radio channels and the mesh or roaming profile. Keep a record of the final configuration for each node.
5. Validate under real load. Test traffic in both directions, record link rates and packet loss and measure performance where the application operates. For mobile systems, repeat the checks during movement along the complete route.

Antenna placement and regional operation

Two external 5 GHz omnidirectional antennas, an internal directional 6 GHz panel and two internal 2.4 GHz omnidirectional adhesive antennas. Six antenna paths in total. Use antennas and feeds rated for the operating band and the installation environment. Cable loss, obstructions, reflections and device orientation influence the useful link budget. For a directional link, align both ends and verify the result using link statistics and traffic tests rather than assuming that a clear visual path is sufficient. Configure 6 GHz only in operating modes permitted for the deployment country and installation. Outdoor 6 GHz operation requires an applicable regulatory mode and any required coordination; use the permitted 2.4/5 GHz configuration where the local 6 GHz rules require it. Country requirements and RF power limits apply to the assembled system, including antenna gain.

Useful diagnostics

FAQ

What is this model designed for?

A fixed outdoor mesh access-point installation using a tri-band Wi-Fi 6E platform and a 2.5GbE connection.

What stays fixed, and what moves?

Mesh connects network nodes to build coverage or backhaul paths. Roaming concerns a moving client changing its connection between access points. Plan the fixed infrastructure and the mobile client as complementary parts of the network.

Which radio bands does this model use?

Check the bands in the specification. This model includes a 6 GHz radio alongside 2.4 and 5 GHz, making it a Wi-Fi 6E configuration.

Does the product include a PoE injector?

The standard description covers the router platform, enclosure and specified antenna assembly. Select a compatible power option and include an injector or power supply in the order when it is required for your installation.

Can I use a public OpenWrt image?

Match the image, hardware revision, flash layout and feature set before an update. Contact our support with the model and current firmware version to review the correct path for your assembly.

What should I measure before deployment?

Test application traffic, latency, packet loss and link stability under the expected load and RF conditions. For a mesh, include the real hop count, antenna alignment and simultaneous client load.