TP-Link EAP230-Wall Omada AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Wall-Plate Access Point

TP-Link EAP230-Wall Access Point Overview

The TP-Link EAP230-Wall Access Point is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 wall-plate unit built for per-room coverage. It fits into a standard 86 mm wall junction box and sits nearly flush, like a light-switch faceplate. This wireless access point suits hotels, dormitories, offices, and apartments where each room needs its own private connection.

Technical Specifications

Wireless

• Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi 5)
• Combined rate: AC1200 (867 Mbps @ 5 GHz + 300 Mbps @ 2.4 GHz)
• MU-MIMO: 2×2 on the 5 GHz band
• Antennas: internal omnidirectional; 2× 4 dBi (2.4 GHz), 2× 3.6 dBi (5 GHz)
• Max SSIDs: 16 (8 per band)
• Concurrent clients: 200+ (environment dependent)
• Coverage: up to 25 m² (300 ft²) per unit

Ports & Hardware

• 1× Gigabit RJ45 (10/100/1000 Mbps), PoE in — uplink
• 1× Gigabit RJ45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) — downlink
• Flash: 128 Mbit; DRAM: 1024 Mbit
• Reset button and Wi-Fi/LED multiplex button; single white system LED

Power

• Input: 802.3af/at PoE (36–57 V)
• Power consumption: 7 W (802.3af)
• No separate power adapter required

Physical

• Dimensions (W×D×H): 86.8 × 86.8 × 30.2 mm (3.4 × 3.4 × 1.2 in)
• Weight: 0.2 kg (0.44 lb)
• Mounting: 86 mm / EU standard junction box; screws included

Management & Security

• Omada SDN via cloud, Omada app, or web browser; standalone mode supported
• WPA / WPA2 Personal and Enterprise, captive portal, guest network
• Rogue AP detection, band steering, seamless roaming (802.11k/v), VLAN, SNMP

Environmental

• Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
• Operating humidity: 10–90% non-condensing
• Certifications: CE / NCC / NTRA

Use Cases & Applications

The TP-Link EAP230-Wall Access Point works well wherever walls divide many small spaces. Hotels and guesthouses give every room a dedicated signal. Student dormitories and hostels keep each occupant on a private network. Additionally, small offices and clinics gain reliable Wi-Fi at the desk without visible hardware. For instance, one unit per room replaces a single central router that struggles through concrete walls.

Will the TP-Link EAP230-Wall work with my existing network?

Yes. It connects to any router or switch over Gigabit Ethernet. For full central control, pair it with an Omada controller; otherwise, run it in standalone mode.

How is the TP-Link EAP230-Wall Access Point powered?

It is powered entirely over the network cable using 802.3af/at PoE. Connect it to a PoE switch or PoE injector, and a single cable carries both data and power.

How does it compare to the EAP235-Wall?

Both are AC1200 wall plates. However, the EAP230-Wall carries one downlink port, while the EAP235-Wall adds PoE pass-through and extra downlink ports. Choose the EAP230-Wall when you need Wi-Fi in the room rather than wired feeds to several devices