Araknis AN-820-AP-I Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point 2.5G PoE

If you are building a modern network that needs to stay fast when it is busy, the Araknis AN-820-AP-I is a strong Wi-Fi 6 indoor access point designed for real capacity, not just marketing speed. Wi-Fi 6 brings technologies like OFDMA and MU-MIMO, which help multiple devices share the air more efficiently. That shows up in real life as smoother streaming, better video calls, and fewer “why is the Wi-Fi slow” moments when the house or office is full of clients.

This model is built for performance-focused installs. The 4x4 radio design, 1024 QAM support, and BSS Coloring help improve reliability and reduce interference in denser environments like larger homes, offices, and mixed device deployments. The 2.5GbE LAN port is a practical advantage when you are pairing it with multi-gig switches and want the wired backhaul to keep up, especially in jobs where you are pushing higher Wi-Fi utilization across many endpoints.

Installation and long-term support are where Araknis usually earns its place. The AN-820-AP-I is PoE powered, so you can place it where coverage is best without needing a nearby power outlet. It also supports fast roaming, band steering, DFS, and WPA3 mode, so you can tune the experience for modern devices and security expectations. For clean aesthetics, it works with Araknis in-ceiling brackets for a flush finish.

Important planning note: mixing Araknis Wi-Fi 6 and Araknis Wi-Fi 5 access points in the same job is not recommended, and fast roaming between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 devices is not supported. For best results, standardize the AP generation across the deployment.

Benefits
Higher network capacity for busy homes and small businesses with lots of devices. Cleaner installs with PoE power and flexible placement. Better wired backhaul readiness thanks to a 2.5GbE LAN port. Easier ongoing support with OvrC remote visibility and modern security with WPA3.

1. Can I mix this Wi-Fi 6 access point with Araknis Wi-Fi 5 access points on the same network?
   It is not recommended. Mixing Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 Araknis access points can impact performance, and fast roaming between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 is not supported.
   
2. Do I need a 2.5GbE switch to use this access point?
   No. It will work on standard gigabit, but using a 2.5GbE uplink helps avoid a wired bottleneck in high-usage deployments.
   
3. How is it powered?
   It supports PoE, which simplifies installation and lets you place it where coverage is best without relying on a nearby outlet.