The Xirrus XN4 is a high-performance 802.11n wireless access point engineered for high-density enterprise deployments. This four-radio system delivers 1.2 Gbps aggregate throughput with support for up to 256 concurrent users across a single array. It combines advanced security, simplified management, and multi-sector antenna technology to provide coverage up to 75,000 sq ft indoors while maintaining carrier-class reliability.
Technical Specifications
Wireless Performance
• Wi-Fi Standards: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n
• Maximum Wi-Fi Bandwidth: 1.2 Gbps aggregate
• Radios: 4 integrated radios
• Data Rate per Radio: Up to 300 Mbps (MIMO)
• Integrated Access Points: Up to 4 (802.11a/b/g+n)
• Maximum Associated Users per Array: 256
• Maximum Associated Users per Access Point: 64
Antenna System
• Integrated Antennas: Up to 12
• Antenna Configuration: Multi-sector
• Antenna Gain: 3 dBi (180°) × 2; 2 dBi (360°) × 1
Network Interfaces
• Uplink Ethernet: 1 Gigabit port
• Integrated Switch: Onboard Gigabit
• Data Rate: 1000 Mbps
• Power over Ethernet: IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at compatible; PoGE delivery up to 100 m over Category 5e/6 cable
Security
• Encryption: WPA, WPA2 (AES, TKIP), WEP 40/64, WEP 104/128
• Authentication: Open, PSK, 802.1X EAP (PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, EAP-LEAP)
• Access Control: MAC Address ACL
• Wi-Fi Stateful Firewall, Dedicated Wi-Fi Threat Sensor, Integrated Spectrum Analyzer
• Compliance: FIPS 140-2 Level 2, PCI DSS
Management
• Interfaces: Web Management Interface, CLI
• Centralized Control: Compatible with Xirrus Management System (XMS)
• Monitoring: Array, radio, station, and security status; performance statistics; alarms
Physical
• Dimensions: 12.58 in × 2.58 in × 12.58 in (31.95 cm × 6.55 cm × 31.95 cm)
• Weight: 3 lbs 8 oz (1.59 kg)
• Operating Temperature: 0–55°C
• Operating Humidity: 0–90% non-condensing
– Key Features
• Four integrated radios support up to 64 users per access point
• Multi-sector antenna design optimizes coverage and capacity in dense deployments
• Enterprise-class encryption and authentication mechanisms
• Integrated spectrum analyzer and threat sensor for real-time security monitoring
• Single Gigabit uplink with onboard switching
• PoE/PoGE powered; operates over standard Ethernet cabling to 100 m
– Typical Applications
High-density wireless networks requiring scalable user capacity, enterprise security posture, and centralized management across multiple sites.
– Compatibility & Integration
Xirrus Management System (XMS) provides centralized array monitoring and configuration. Compatible with standard IEEE 802.3af/at Power over Ethernet infrastructure.
