Zyxel's WBE510D is a Wi‑Fi 7 access point offering BandFlex configurability for 2.4GHz and 5GHz now, and 6GHz later. The AP provides four spatial streams—two for 2.4GHz and two for 5GHz/6GHz—supporting high‑speed 160MHz and 320MHz channels with claimed maximums of 688Mbps (2.4GHz), 4,324Mbps (5GHz), and 5,764Mbps (6GHz). The unit includes SmartMesh, SecureWiFi, NebulaFlex Pro with a 1‑year Pro Pack license, and on‑premises controller support. The lozenge-shaped device features a 2.5GbE multi‑Gig port, 802.3at PoE+ or USB‑C power input, and dual‑optimised aerials for wall or ceiling mounting. WBE models target advanced deployments while the NWA family targets smaller businesses with more affordable options.
Their integral BandFlex technology allows you to configure them for 2.4GHz and 5GHz operations and, when the time is right, swap over to the 6GHz spectrum. We review the WBE510D model, which provides four spatial streams - two for the 2.4GHz band and two for the 5GHz or 6GHz bands, with the latter two supporting their respective high-speed 160MHz and 320MHz channels. It's a BE6500-rated AP claiming maximum speeds of 688Mbps for the 2.4GHz radio, 4,324Mbps for 5GHz, and 5,764Mbps for 6GHz.
Zyxel offers a range of AP models aimed at different markets, with the entry-level NWA family targeting smaller businesses seeking an affordable wireless solution. The WBE models offer an advanced feature set, including SmartMesh and SecureWiFi, and are NebulaFlex Pro versions that come with a 1-year Pro Pack license for Zyxel's Nebula Cloud Control (NCC) cloud portal and support management from Zyxel's on-premises controllers, such as its USG Flex security appliances.
The lozenge-shaped casing is sturdily constructed from high-impact plastic and weighs a solid 818gms. The box includes a universal mounting bracket and drop ceilings are supported as Zyxel offers an optional set of clips costing around £22 for a 5-pack. Along with dual-optimised aerials that support wall or ceiling mounting, the AP presents a 2.5GbE multi-Gig port and one advantage of BandFlex is it only requires an 802.3at PoE+ power source.
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