Access Point TP-Link Omada AX3600 Dual Band Wi-Fi 6

The TP-Link Omada AX3600 Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 access point (EAP660HD) is a high-performance ceiling-mount device designed for high-density environments. It supports 802.11ax technologies and delivers combined wireless throughput up to 3550 Mbps (2402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 1148 Mbps on 2.4 GHz) with 8 spatial streams. The unit includes a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port with 802.3at PoE+ support and integrates with the Omada Software Defined Networking (SDN) platform for centralized management of access points, switches and gateways.

Advantages

The access point increases network capacity in crowded environments using OFDMA and uplink/downlink MU-MIMO, enabling up to 4× capacity versus Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac). With 8 spatial streams, 1024 QAM and Long OFDM Symbol the EAP660HD provides higher multi-user throughput. A 2.5 GE PoE+ port delivers multi-gigabit wired performance and flexible deployment options. Seamless roaming (802.11k/v) and advanced features such as band steering, load balance and airtime fairness improve overall network efficiency and user experience.

Suitable for

• High-density offices and open-plan workspaces
• Conference rooms and meeting venues supporting VoIP and video calls
• Hospitals, schools and auditoriums with many simultaneous clients
• Retail environments and public areas requiring managed Wi‑Fi

Key specifications

• Model: TP-Link Omada EAP660HD (AX3600)
• Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
• Max wireless throughput: up to 3550 Mbps (2402 Mbps @5 GHz + 1148 Mbps @2.4 GHz)
• Spatial streams: 8
• Ethernet: 1 × 2.5 Gigabit RJ‑45 port, PoE+ (802.3at) compatible
• Security: WPA3 and standard encryption protocols
• Colour: White

How to use

Mount the access point on a ceiling or suitable surface and connect it to your network using the 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port. Power the device via an 802.3at PoE+ switch or injector. Adopt and configure the EAP660HD through the Omada SDN controller (cloud or on‑premises) to manage SSIDs, security settings (WPA3), VLANs and roaming policies. Use band steering, load balancing and airtime fairness options in the controller to optimize performance in high-density scenarios.

Usage recommendations

For best results in high-density deployments, place access points to provide overlapping coverage while minimizing co-channel interference. Use Omada SDN to centrally tune transmit power and channel settings, enable 802.11k/v for seamless roaming, and ensure connected switches support 802.3at PoE+ to supply full performance.