manual intervention. • C-260 is equipped with industry leading fully integrated wireless intrusion prevention capabilities • Multifunction third radio provides uninterrupted spectrum scanning or client emulation for always on security coverage alongside dedicated 2.4G/5G client radios.
manual intervention. • C-260 is equipped with industry leading fully integrated wireless intrusion prevention capabilities. • Multifunction third radio provides ...
manual intervention. • C-260 is equipped with industry leading fully integrated wireless intrusion prevention capabilities • Multifunction third radio provides uninterrupted spectrum scanning or client emulation for always on security coverage alongside
C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet Key Specifications · Full featured Wi-Fi 6, 12 Stream AP · 8x8:8 5GHz Radio + 4x4:4 2.4 GHz Radio · Up to 1.1 Gbps throughput for 2.4 GHz radio · Up to 4.8 Gbps throughput for 5 GHz radio · Additional 2x2 dual band radio for dedicated RF and WIPS scanning · Integrated omni directional antennas · 20/40/80/80+80/160 MHz channel width support · 2x 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports · Support for UL/DL MU-MIMO · Support for UL/DL OFDMA · 802.3bt PoE support · 802.3at support with reduced function · Wall and ceiling mounting options · Integrated BLE Key Features · Distributed Data Plane architecture · Zero-touch deployment through automatic cloud activation and configuration · Cloud or on premises management plane options · Operating modes for dedicated access, dedicated security or dual-mode · Support for up to 8 distinct SSIDs per radio · Integrated firewall, traffic shaping, QoS and BYOD controls per SSID · Dynamic RF optimization through smart steering, band steering and optimal channel selection · Application visibility through layer 7 deep packet inspection · Automated device access logging · Patented Marker PacketTM technology for rogue AP detection and classification · Wired VLAN monitoring for "No-WiFi" zone enforcement · Third party analytics integration with realtime data transfer · Versatile 3rd radio for WIPS, Scanning and Client Connectivity Tests · Self-healing wireless mesh networking Aesthetic Design and High Performance Arista C-260 is an enterprise-grade, 12 stream Wi-Fi 6 AP with dual concurrent 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz band radios supporting 8 stream 802.11a/n/ac/ax, 4 stream 802.11b/g/n/ax and data rates of up to 4.8 Gbps and 1.4 Gbps, respectively. It also has a 2.4GHz Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio. C-260 Capabilities C-260 provides Gen 2 Wi-Fi 6 performance improvements to deliver higher capacity and more efficient use of the available spectrum. It provides industry leading user experience and throughput in high density environments. Uplink/ Downlink OFDMA channelization allocates bandwidth more efficiently across client devices to provide a better user experience. The ability to serve multiple clients simultaneously through UL/DL MU-MIMO further improves system capacity and user experience. With support for eight spatial streams in 5GHz, the C-260 delivers truly unprecedented throughput and client capacity. C-260 is ideal for critical, high-density networks serving a high volume of diverse clients and applications. Common deployment scenarios include large schools, large remote offices, auditoriums, meeting rooms, and enterprise campuses. Arista CloudVision® Managed Wi-Fi The C-260 is an Arista CloudVision Wi-Fi managed platform. Available as a cloud service or on prem management platform, CloudVision Wi-Fi leverages a purpose built cloud architecture delivering cloud grade analytics and automation to enterprise Wi-Fi networks. CloudVision ensures high reliability, scalability, security and cost effectiveness. Versatile, multipurpose 3rd Radio C-260 comes with a versatile multipurpose 2x2:2 dual band 802.11ac third radio that provides: · Industry leading, continuous WIPS · Better RRM decisions from continuous spectral visibility · Network availability and performance assurance by On-demand and scheduled client connectivity test Arista C-260 C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet Access C-260 provides Wi-Fi networks that require less time and resources to deploy and maintain compared to traditional devices, resulting in significant cost savings. · Plug and play provisioning using either Cloud or On-premise deployments - Arista Access Points take less than two minutes to activate and configure after connecting to the cloud · Support for up to eight individual SSIDs per radio providing maximum flexibility in network design · Network controls like NAT, Firewall and QoS implemented at the Access Point, ensuring faster and more reliable networks · Continuous scanning of all 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channels by a dedicated 2x2 third radio provides a dynamic, 360 degree view of the RF environment to assist in RF optimization and client handling · Network availability and performance assurance using the third radio as a client to conduct on-demand and scheduled connectivity and performance tests · Smart steering addresses sticky client issues by automatically pushing clients with low data rates to a better access point · Band steering manages channel occupancy, pushing clients to the 5 GHz channel for optimal throughput · Smart load balancing distributes load evenly across neighbouring APs to optimize the use of network resources · Arista Wi-Fi's distributed data plane architecture continues to serve users and secure the network even if connection with the management plane is interrupted · Interference avoidance from LTE/3G small/macro cells in commonly used TDD/FDD frequency bands Security C-260 offers complete visibility and control of the wireless airspace ensuring network integrity while actively protecting users without manual intervention. · C-260 is equipped with industry leading fully integrated wireless intrusion prevention capabilities · Multifunction third radio provides uninterrupted spectrum scanning or client emulation for always on security coverage alongside dedicated 2.4G/5G client radios. · Arista's patented Marker PacketsTM help accurately detect rogue access points on any network while minimizing false positives · Third radio used as a dedicated security sensor for 24x7x365 scanning and automated over-the-air (OTA) prevention · Deterministic rogue AP detection and prevention by monitoring all WiFi and non-WiFi VLANs. · Over-the-air and on-the-wire prevention techniques assure automatic and reliable threat prevention to keep unauthorized clients and rogue APs off the network without impacting authorized connections. · Access Points autonomously scan for wireless threats and enforce security policy even if disconnected from the cloud management plane · VLAN monitoring enables a virtual connection to non-WiFi networks for complete network rogue detection and prevention Analytics The C-260 collects telemetry on connected and unconnected WiFi clients and supports immersive guest network experiences that help Arista's customers develop and reinforce the relationship with their end customers. · Reports of customer footfall, demographic, loyalty and other analytics provide insightful and actionable information. · Supports proximity marketing programs that trigger when certain devices are present, which includes automatic messaging vis MMS in-browser notifications and real time notifications sent to 3rd party systems that alert to the presence of enrolled devices. C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet Property Physical Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature Storage Temperature MTBF Humidity Power Consumption Chipset Processor and RAM Physical security 230mm x 230mm x 45mm/9.1" X 9.1" X 1.77" 1.390kg / 3 lb 0oC ~ +40oC (+32oF ~ +104oF) -40oC ~ +70oC (-40oF ~ +158oF) 187,948 hr @40°C 331,563 hr @25°C 0-95% non-condensing 35.2 W (max) / 15.8 W (min) / 30.0 W (avg) Qualcomm IPQ8078 2.2GHz quad core ARM processor with QCN5054 x2 and QCN5024 QCA9882 (multipurpose third radio) 1 GB RAM and 512 MB Flash Kensington lock slot Port Power LAN1 Description 12V DC 5 GbE, 802.3bt compliant PoE, MACsec capable* Connector Type Speed/Protocol 5.5 mm overall diameter / 2.1 mm N/A center pin hole RJ-45 100M/1G/2.5G/5G Ethernet LAN2 5 GbE, 802.3bt compliant PoE, MACsec capable* RJ-45 Console terminal session via serial connection RJ-45 USB Reset USB 2.0 port USB 2.0 Reset to factory default settings port USB Type-A Pin hole push button * MACsec capabilities will be activated via a future software update. 100M/1G/2.5G/5G Ethernet · RS 232 Serial (115200 bits per second) · Data bits:8; Stop bits: 1 · Parity: None · Flow Control: None · Future use Hold down and power cycle the device to reset C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet Operational Specifications Input Power Number of Radios 12V DC (5.5mm overall diameter/2.1mm center pin hole) 802.3bt power - Full function 802.3at power - Reduced Function (No USB; Tx power reduced by 3dB for both radios) 2 access radios; one 4x4:4 2.4GHz and one 8x8:8 5GHz radio for simultaneous dual band access. 1 multi-function 2x2 radio for continuous WIPS and client connectivity tests Max Clients Supported MU-MIMO Number of Spatial Streams 1024 (512 clients per radio) (dependent upon use cases) 8X8 on 5GHz radio and 4X4 on 2.4GHz radio 8 for 5GHz radios, 4 for 2.4 GHz radio, 2 for multipurpose radio RF Transmit Power1 26dBm on 5GHz radio (max) and 23dBm on 2.4GHz radio (max)2 80+80MHz Non-Contiguous Channel Bonding Bandwidth Agility Small Cells Interference Mitigation (picocells, femtocells, microcells) Frequency Bands Dynamic Frequency Selection Yes Yes Yes 2.4-2.4835 GHz, 5.15-5.25 GHz; (UNII-1), 5.25-5.35 GHz, 5.47-5.6 GHz, 5.650-5.725 GHz (UNII-2), 5.725-5.85 GHz (UNII-3) Supported in compliance to all latest amendments from FCC, CE, IC, CB, TELEC, KCC regarding certifications. WiFi Specifications IEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax Frequency Band Scanning All regions 5GHz Band Dynamic Frequency Selection Modulation Type 5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz 5.25 ~ 5.35 GHz 5.47~ 5.725 GHz 5.725~ 5.825 GHz DFS and DFS2 OFDM / OFDMA Transmission USA & Canada (FCC/IC) Europe (ETSI) 5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz 5.25 ~ 5.35 GHz 5.725~ 5.825 GHz 5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz 5.25 ~ 5.35 GHz 5.47~ 5.725 GHz Peak Data Rates Up to 4.8 Gbps Antenna Integrated modular high efficiency PIFA antenna x8 (peak gain: 6.1 dBi) 1 Total conducted output power across all Tx chains. 2 Actual power for Tx will depend on Country Regulatory Domain Frequency Band 2.4 GHz Band Modulation Type Peak Data Rates Antenna Receive Sensitivity 5 GHz Mode 802.11a 11n_HT20 11n_HT40 11ac_VHT20 11ac_VHT40 11ac_VHT80 11ax_HE20 11ax_HE40 11ax_HE80 C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax Scanning All regions 2400 ~ 2483.5 MHz Transmission USA & Canada (FCC/IC) Europe (ETSI) 2400 ~ 2473.5 MHz 2400 ~ 2483.5 MHz DSSS / OFDM / OFDMA Up to 1.1Gbps Integrated modular high efficiency PIFA antenna x4 (peak gain:4.92 dBi) Rate 6 Mbps 54 MBps MCS 0 MCS 7 MCS 0 MCS 7 MCS 0 MCS 8 MCS 0 MCS 9 MCS 0 MCS 9 MCS 0 MCS 11 MCS 0 MCS 11 MCS 0 MCS 11 Sensitivity (dBm) -92 -75 -93 -75 -90 -73 -95 -70 -90 -68 -87 -63 -93 -64 -91 -62 -87 -59 2.4 GHz Mode 802.11b 802.11g 11n_HT20 11n_HT40 11ac_VHT20 11ac_VHT40 11ax_HE20 11ax_HE40 Rate 1 Mbps 11 Mbps 6 Mbps 54 MBps MCS 0 MCS 7 MCS 0 MCS 7 MCS 0 MCS 8 MCS 0 MCS 9 MCS 0 MCS 11 MCS 0 MCS 11 Sensitivity (dBm) -98 -90 -93 -77 -95 -76 -91 -73 -95 -72 -91 -70 -94 -65 -91 -63 C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet Aggregate Transmit Power 5 GHz Mode 802.11a 802.11n_HT20 802.11n_VHT40 802.11ac_VHT20 802.11ac_VHT40 802.11ac_HT80 802.11ax_HE20 802.11ax_HE40 802.11ax_HE80 Rate 6 ~ 18 Mbps 24 ~ 54 Mbps MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 10- 11 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 10- 11 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 10 ~ 11 Power (dBm) 26 25 26 25 26 24 26 25 24 26 24 23 26 23 22 26 25 24 21 26 24 23 21 26 23 22 19 2.4 GHz Mode 802.11b 802.11g 802.11n_HT20 802.11n_HT40 802.11ax_HE20 802.11ax_HE40 Rate 1 ~ 11 Mbps 6 ~ 18 Mbps 24 ~ 54 Mbps MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 10 ~ 11 MCS 0 ~ 4 MCS 5 ~ 7 MCS 8 ~ 9 MCS 10 ~ 11 Power (dBm) 23 23 21 23 21 22 20 23 21 20 16 22 20 20 17 Radiation Patterns 2.4 GHz - Peak Gain: 4.92dBi C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Data Sheet 5 GHz - Peak Gain: 6.1dBi C-260 Tri radio, 8X8 5GHz - 4X4 2.4GHz - 2x2 Dual-band scan radio Wi-Fi 6 access point Regulatory Specifications RF and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Data Sheet Country USA Canada FCC Part 15.247, 15.407, 15B ICES-003, RSS-247, RSS-102 Certification Europe EN 300 328, EN 300 440, EN 301 893, EN 301 489 , EN 55024, EN 55032, EN 55035 Countries covered under Europe certification: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom. *For complete country certification records, please visit the site: https://www.arista.com/en/support/product-certificate Safety & Environmental USA, Canada European Union (EU) China Taiwan Country Certification UL/cUL 62368, UL 2043 EN 62368, RoHS GB/T 26125 RoHS CNS 14336, CNS 15663 RoHS Ordering Information Access Point Part Number AP-C260 AP-C260-SS-5Y AP-C260-SS-3Y Description C-260 8x8 tri radio 802.11ax (WiFi 6) access point with internal antennas C-260 AP with 5 years bundled Cognitive Cloud SW subscription C-260 AP with 3 years bundled Cognitive Cloud SW subscription Mounting Options For details of mounting options, see the Access Points Mounting Brackets Guide Power Supply Part Number PWR-AP-W4 PWR-AP-PLUS-NA Description Universal AC power supply for C-230, 12VDC, 3.3A One port 802.3at PoE+ injector for use with all Access Point models. 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