TP-LINK
TP-Link Pharos CPE210 2.4GHz 300Mbps 9dBi Outdoor CPE
- SKU:
- NPTPL-CPE210
- UPC:
- 0731215288029
- MPN:
- CPE210
Description
TP-Link Pharos CPE210 2.4GHz 300Mbps Outdoor CPE – 9dBi Directional Antenna, Long-Range Wi-Fi, Passive PoE
The TP-Link Pharos CPE210 is a professional-grade 2.4GHz outdoor wireless CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) designed for long-range point-to-point and point-to-multipoint connections. With a built-in 9dBi directional antenna, up to 300Mbps wireless speed and weather-resistant housing, it’s ideal for farms, warehouses, CCTV systems, remote buildings and WISP deployments.
Summary
The TP-Link CPE210 is a 2.4GHz 802.11n outdoor wireless CPE delivering up to 300Mbps speeds. It features a 9dBi high-gain directional antenna, supports point-to-point (PtP) and point-to-multipoint (PtMP) links, includes passive PoE up to 60m, and is managed via TP-Link’s Pharos Control system. Designed for stable long-distance outdoor connectivity.
Key Features & Benefits
- 2.4GHz 300Mbps Wireless – Stable connectivity for outdoor links
- 9dBi Directional Antenna – Focused signal for extended range
- Up to 5km+ Transmission Range* – Ideal for remote building connections
- Passive PoE Included – Power & data via single Ethernet cable (up to 60m)
- Weatherproof Design – Built for outdoor environments
- Pharos Control Software – Centralised management for multiple units
- Multiple Operating Modes – AP / Client / AP Router / WISP
Long-Range Wireless Performance
Integrated 9dBi High-Gain Antenna
The built-in 9dBi dual-polarised directional antenna concentrates signal strength for improved long-distance transmission, making it suitable for inter-building links, CCTV backhaul and rural networking.
Advanced Outdoor Design
Designed for harsh weather conditions, the CPE210 features a durable outdoor casing and integrated lightning protection for stable year-round performance.
Flexible Deployment
Multiple Operation Modes
- Access Point (AP)
- Client
- AP Router
- WISP Mode
Passive PoE for Easy Installation
The included 24V passive PoE adapter allows both power and data transmission through a single Ethernet cable, simplifying outdoor mounting and reducing cable clutter.
Technical Specifications
- Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n
- Frequency: 2.4 – 2.483 GHz
- Max Speed: Up to 300Mbps
- Antenna: 9dBi Directional
- Ethernet Port: 1× 10/100Mbps
- PoE: 24V Passive PoE (Included)
- Management: Pharos Control
- Operating Modes: AP / Client / AP Router / WISP
Ideal Use Cases
- Connecting two buildings wirelessly
- Extending Wi-Fi to outbuildings or farms
- CCTV camera network backhaul
- Rural internet distribution (WISP setups)
Compatibility Notes
- Requires proper alignment for long-range performance.
- Works on 2.4GHz band (not 5GHz).
- For maximum distance, ensure clear line of sight between devices.
- Ethernet port is 10/100Mbps (not Gigabit).
TP-Link Pharos CPE210 – 2.4GHz 300Mbps outdoor CPE with 9dBi directional antenna, passive PoE and long-range wireless performance for building-to-building connections.
Enterprise Hardware
With Qualcomm Atheros enterprise level chipsets, high gain antennas and high quality material, specially designed enclosure, and PoE power supply, CPE210 is specially designed for outdoor use and can operate flawlessly in almost any climate, with operating temperatures ranging from -40C (-40C) to +70F (158F).
Advanced Antenna Syste
Built-in High Gain Dual-Polarized Antenna
Dedicated metal reflector ensures higher gain
and lower noise interference
5km+ Wireless Data Transmission
Specially designed for outdoor uses, ideal for long distance wireless data transmission over 5km+, tested in the field
TP-LINK MAXtream TDMA Technology
As network scale increases, wireless competition and collisions among CPEs and base stations will be so enormous that the real throughput of the network will drop, resulting in a serious impact on end-user experience. To mitigate these effects, the CPE210 uses MAXtream TDMA Technology.
Pharos Control – Centralized Management System
CPE210 also comes equipped with centralized management software that helps users easily manage all the devices in their network from a single PC - Pharos Control. Functions like device discovery, status monitoring, firmware upgrading, and network maintenance can be managed using Pharos Control.
PharOS
User-friendly web-based management system allows professionals to do more specific configurations.
2.4GHz 300Mbps 9dBi Outdoor CPE CPE210
Built-in 9dBi Dual-polarized Directional Antenna
6KV Lightning Protection
15KV ESD Protection
AP / Client / AP Router / AP Client Router (WISP) operation modes
Weather Proof Enclosure
Passive PoE Adapter
Key Features
Built-in 9dBi 2x2 dual-polarized directional MIMO antenna
Adjustable transmission power from 0 to 27dBm/500mw
System-level optimizations for more than 5km long range wireless transmission
TP-LINK Pharos MAXtream TDMA (Time-Division-Multiple-Access) technology improves product performance in throughput, capacity and latency performance, ideal for PTMP applications
Centralized Management System – Pharos Control
AP / Client / AP Router / AP Client Router (WISP) operation modes
Passive PoE Adapter supports up to 60 meter (200 feet) Power over Ethernet deployment and allows the device to be reset remotely
Specification
Qualcomm Atheros 560MHz CPU, MIPS 74Kc
Memory
64MB DDR2 RAM, 8MB Flash
Interface
1 10/100Mbps Shielded Ethernet Port (Passive PoE in)
1 Grounding Terminal
1 Reset Button
Power Supply
Passive Power over Ethernet via LAN0 (+4,5pins; -7,8pins)
Voltage range: 16-27VDC
Power Consumption
10.5 Watts Max
Note: When deployed using Passive PoE, the power drawn from the power source will be higher by some amount depending on the length of the connecting cable.
Dimensions ( W x D x H )
8.8 x 3.1 x 2.4 in.
Antenna Type
Built-in 9dBi 2x2 Dual-polarized Directional Antenna
Beam Width:
65° (H-Plane) / 35° (E-Plane)
Protection
15KV ESD Protection
6KV Lightning Protection
Enclosure
Outdoor ASA stabilized plastic material
IPX5 waterproof Certification
Wireless Standards
IEEE 802.11b/g/n (with Pharos MAXtream disabled)
Proprietary Protocol
TDMA Mode (with Pharos MAXtream enabled)
Wireless Speeds
Up to 300Mbps (40MHz,Dynamic)
Up to 144.4Mbps (20MHz,Dynamic)
Up to 72.2Mbps (10MHz,Dynamic)
Up to 36.1Mbps (5MHz,Dynamic)
Frequency
2.4~2.483GHz
Transmission Power
27dBm/500mw (1dBm step adjustable)
Wireless Configurations
Pharos MAXtream TDMA Technology
802.11b/g/n modes
Selectable Channel Width: 5/10/20/40MHz
Automatic Channel Selection
Transmission Power Control
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
WDS Enable/Disable
Security: WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (AES/TKIP) Encryption, 64/128/152-bit WEP Encryption
SSID Broadcast Enable/Disable
Multi-SSID with VLAN Tagging (AP mode only)
Distance/ACK Timeout Setting
Wireless MAC Address Filter
Wireless Advanced:
> Beacon Interval/RTS Threshold/Fragmentation
> Threshold/DTIM Interval/AP Isolation/Short GI/Wi-Fi Multimedia
Management
Discovery and Remote Management via Pharos Control application
HTTP/HTTPS Web-based management
System Log
SNMP Agent(v2c)
Ping Watch Dog
Dynamic DDNS
SSH Server
System Tools
Wireless Signal Quality Indicators:
Signal Strength/Noise/Transmit CCQ/CPU/Memory
Monitors: Throughput/Stations/Interfaces/ARP/Routes/WAN/DHCP
Spectrum Analyzer
Speed Test
Ping
Traceroute
System-level Optimizations
Optimized IGMP Snooping/Proxy for multicast applications
Hardware watch dog
Dimensions(W x D x H)
4.3 x 2.2 x 1.3 in
Interfaces
1 AC Jack with Earth Ground
1 10/100Mbps Shielded Ethernet Port (Power + Data)
1 10/100Mbps Shielded Ethernet Port (Data)
Button
Remote Reset Button
Power Status LEDs
Green
Input
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Output
24VDC, 0.6A Max
+4, 5pins; -7, 8pins. (Support up to 60m Power over Ethernet)
Efficiency
> 80%
Certifications
FCC
OTHERS
Certification
FCC, RoHS, IPX5
Package Contents
Outdoor Wireless CPE
24VDC Passive PoE Adapter
Pole Mounting Straps
AC Power Cord
Installation Guide
Environment
Operating Temperature: -40 - 70
Storage Temperature: -40 - 70
Operating Humidity: 10% - 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% - 95% non-condensing
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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
TP-Link Pharos CPE210 — FAQ
What is the TP-Link Pharos CPE210?
How far can it reach (is “5km+” real)?
Is it 2.4GHz only?
What modes does the CPE210 support?
What does WISP mode mean?
Can I make a point-to-point wireless bridge with two CPE210 units?
Why won’t my two CPE210s connect (common fixes)?
- Wrong mode: one must be AP, the other Client (or both in compatible bridge roles).
- Channel width mismatch (try 20MHz for stability on noisy 2.4GHz).
- Security mismatch (WPA2-PSK settings must match).
- Alignment: directional antenna needs correct aiming, even at 100–400ft.
- Distance vs obstruction: glass, metal, trees, and walls kill 2.4GHz links.
Does it support “MAXtream TDMA” and what does that do?
How is it powered (PoE)? Is it standard 802.3af/at?
Can I manage it without Pharos Control software?
Is Pharos Control the same as Omada?
Is it weatherproof for outdoor mounting?
What’s the best use case: outdoor Wi-Fi coverage or building-to-building link?
- Building-to-building bridge (PtP) where you want a “wireless cable”.
- Outdoor coverage in one direction (yard, car park, farm buildings).
- PtMP (one AP to multiple clients) when you have clear line-of-sight.