Cambium cnPilot™ e500 Wi-Fi 5 Outdoor Wireless Access Point
Rugged, High-Performance Outdoor Wi-Fi for Demanding Environments
The cnPilot™ e500 is a powerful, cloud-managed outdoor Wi-Fi 5 access point designed for medium to high-density environments. Engineered with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and an AUX port, the e500 delivers exceptional flexibility—supporting additional devices such as IP cameras, backhaul radios, or subscriber modules.
Key Features:
Dual-Band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi 5)
Supports 2×2 MIMO on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies for strong, reliable connections.Flexible Deployment
Ideal for omni-directional coverage or directional RF beam patterns in high-interference areas. Models like the 501S and 502S feature a 23 dBm front-to-back signal separation for excellent isolation in noisy RF environments.Built-In Mounting & Internal Antennas
Streamlined design with integrated mounting bracket simplifies outdoor installation.Weatherproof Design
IP67-rated housing with UV protection and integrated LTE filter. Operates in extreme weather conditions from -30°C to 60°C.High-Gain Antenna Options
5 dBi Omni Antenna (5 GHz)
13 dBi Sector Antenna (5 GHz)
17 dBi Sector Antenna (5 GHz)
PoE Output Capability
Up to 15.4W PoE output on one Gigabit port—power up an IP camera, wireless module, or another AP.
Cloud Management via cnMaestro™:
Manage the e500 from anywhere using cnMaestro™—a free, cloud-based or on-premises controller with no licensing fees.
Zero-touch provisioning
Visual dashboards with real-time performance metrics
Firmware upgrades and mass configurations
Integrated troubleshooting tools (packet capture, RF stats, channel scans)
Guest portal with customizable login (social, voucher-based, time or bandwidth limits)
Advanced Enterprise Features:
Controller-less fast roaming
Automatic channel and power control
Band steering for optimal client distribution
Multi-hop mesh networking using alternating 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands
Integrated client and RF diagnostics