Zyxel NWA30BE
BE5100 4-Stream WiFi 7 Dual-Radio Desktop NebulaFlex Access Point

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Zyxel Desktop 2x2 WiFi 7 (802.11BE) Lite AP 2.5G LAN BE5100 with AC Adapter and NebulaFlex

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Overview:

Zyxel’s NWA30BE is a performance-packed, enterprise-grade WiFi 7 dual-radio (2.4GHz: 2x2:2, 5GHz: 2x2:2) desktop access point designed for compact environments such as small cafés, retail counters, and personal studios. Powered by a Qualcomm quad-core processor, it delivers up to 5.1Gbps of wireless performance at an affordable price—perfect for single-AP setups.

With its unique desktop design, the NWA30BE can be placed right next to wireless POS or self-ordering systems, requiring no installation. Its fixed external antennas provide strong, broad coverage without the placement pre-planning typically needed for embedded-antenna models—ideal for fast, hassle-free deployment.

Unlike ceiling-mounted APs that often require PoE, the NWA30BE plugs directly into a standard electrical outlet via an AC adapter—making it a great fit for setups without a PoE switch. A built-in 2.5GbE uplink port ensures multi-gig connectivity, unlocking the full potential of WiFi 7 performance.

The AP supports multiple SSIDs to separate business and guest traffic, and setup is quick and intuitive through Zyxel’s Nebula cloud platform—even for nontechnical users. As your network needs grow, you can easily scale using Smart Mesh, with no additional cabling required. Thanks to NebulaFlex, the NWA30BE also offers flexible management—choose between standalone mode or cloudbased control.

Zyxel NWA30BE delivers the perfect balance of performance, simplicity, and scalability—bringing next-gen WiFi 7 to small business environments with ease.

BE5100 (2.4GHz: 2x2:2, 5GHz: 2x2:2) dual-radio access point offers blazingly fast WiFi 7 speeds of up to 5.1Gbps

WiFi 7’s MLO allows simultaneous data transmission across multiple bands, increasing speed, lowering latency, and improving reliability

Desktop design requires no installation or mounting, enabling quick and effortless deployment

The 2.5GbE uplink port enables multi-gig speeds for WiFi 7 while staying compatible with existing networks

NebulaFlex allows users to switch between standalone or intuitive Nebula cloud managed modes as needed

Benefits:

The power of WiFi 7, right at your desk.

The NWA30BE desktop-style wireless access point brings next-generation WiFi 7 performance in a sleek, compact design. Built with a single 2.5mGig (multi-gig) uplink, it’s designed for a WiFi-first approach, creating a clean, cable-free desktop where all your devices connect wirelessly.

Simply place it on your desk and power it through a standard outlet for instant access to seamless WiFi 7 speed and reliability.

Compact design. WiFi 7 performance.

The NWA30BE delivers ultra-low latency WiFi 7 in a compact desktop form factor, idealfor desktops, home offices and other small environments.

Powered by a Qualcomm quad-core processor and featuring dual-radio 2x2 MU-MIMO architecture, it delivers speeds of up to 5.1Gbps (BE5100). The built-in 2.5mGig LAN port eliminates wired bottlenecks, ensuring your network can take full advantage of next-gen WiFi 7 performance.

With Nebula cloud management and effortless app-based setup, the NWA30BE delivers fast, reliable WiFi designed to cover your desktop workspace – keeping all your devices connected wirelessly.

Expand WiFi to your desk without the complexity.

The NWA30BE features Smart Mesh with MLO (Multi-Link Operation) support, enabling automatic, dynamic wireless links that eliminate the need for complex cabling during deployment.

By using dual-radio backhaul instead of the single-radio approach seen in traditional mesh networks, it delivers significantly higher bandwidth, improved resistance to interference, and ultra-low latency – ensuring seamless, high-performance connectivity, perfect for extending WiFi coverage from other Zyxel Smart Mesh- enabled devices.

Click. Tap. Done.

Get up and running in minutes with the Nebula mobile app. With just a few simple clicks, our user-friendly step-by-step wizard walks you through the entire installation process, no technical expertise required.

Once connected, the intuitive interface gives you complete control, making it easy to adjust settings, monitor performance and manage your network anytime, anywhere.

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Powerful, effortless and scalable connectivity.

With Nebula, you can manage your entire network – wireless, switching, security and FWA – through a single centralized cloud platform. Deploy and configure devices quickly and remotely, without the need for extra hardware controllers or software.

Whether you're managing one site or many, Nebula delivers real-time monitoring, instant alerts and complete network visibility – anytime, anywhere.

Scale confidently, simplify operations and stay secure – all through one intuitive platform.

Specifications:

Wireless

Standard: IEEE802.11 be/ax/ac/n/g/b/a
MIMO: MU-MIMO
Wireless speed:
- 2.4 GHz: 688 Mbps
- 5 GHz: 4324 Mbp
Frequency band:
- 2.4 GHz:
  - USA (FCC): 2.412 to 2.462 GHz
  - Europe (ETSI): 2.412 to 2.472 GHz
- 5 GHz:
  - USA (FCC): 5.15 to 5.35 GHz; 5.470 to 5.850 GHz
  - European (ETSI): 5.15 to 5.35 GHz; 5.470 to 5.725 GHz
Bandwidth: 20-, 40- ,80-, 160- and 240-MHz
Conducted typical transmit output power^*1:
- US (2.4 GHz/5 GHz): 25/26 dBm
- EU (2.4 GHz/5 GHz): 16/26 dBm

RF Design

Antenna type: 2.4/5GHz undetachable external Antenna
Antenna gain:
- 2.4 GHz: 2dBi, 2x2:2SS
- 5 GHz: 3dBi, 2x2:2SS
Minimum receive sensitivity: Min. Rx sensitivity up to -99 dBm

WLAN Feature

Band steering
WDS/Mesh^*2
Wireless Bridge
Fast roaming: Pre-authentication, PMK caching and 802.11r/k/v
DCS
Load balancing
Advanced Cellular Coexistence

Security

Encryption: WEP/WPA/WPA2/WPA3
Authentication: No
Access management: L2-isolation/MAC filtering/Rogue AP detection

Networking

IPv6
VLANs
WMM
U-APSD

Management

Operating mode: Nebula Cloud managed standalone
ZON Utility:
- Discovery of Zyxel switches, APs and gateways
- Centralized and batch configurations
  - IP configuration
  - IP renew
  - Device reboot
  - Device locating
  - Web GUI access
  - Firmware upgrade
  - Password configuration
Web UI/CLI

Physical Specifications

Item dimensions (LxWxH): 155 x 140 x 35mm / 6.10 x 5.51 x 1.45 inch (without Antenna)
Item weight: 307.3 g (0.68 lb.)
Packing dimensions (LxWxH): 175 x 240 x 60mm / 6.89 x 9.45 x 2.36 inch
Packing weight: 640.9 g (1.41 lb.)
Included accessories:
- Power Adapter
- Ethernet Cable
MTBF: 631,165 hours

Physical Interfaces

Ethernet port: 1 x 1/2.5GbE LAN
Power:
- PoE (802.3at): power draw 24W
- DC input: AC 100 - 240V - 50/60 Hz 0.3A; Output: DC +12V 1.5A

Environmental Specifications

Operating Environment:
- Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Humidity: 10% to 95% (Non-condensing)
Storage Environment:
- Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
- Humidity: 10% to 90% (Non-condensing)

Certifications

Radio: FCC Part 15C, FCC Part 15E,FCC Part 2.1091, ETSI EN 300 328, EN 301 893, Draft EN 303 687, EN 50385, EN 50665, EN IEC 62311, LP0002
EMC: FCC Part 15B, EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17, EN55032, EN55035, EN61000-3-2/-3, EN60601-1-2, BSMI CNS15936
Safety: EN 62368-1, IEC 62368-1, BSMI CNS15598-1-

*1: Maximum transmit power is limited by local regulatory settings
*2: WDS, Smart Mesh and Industry’s Open Mesh, Easy Mesh are different mesh systems that do not work with one another.

Documentation:

Download the Zyxel NWA30BE Datasheet (PDF).

Pricing Notes:

Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.