The TP-Link CPE220 is an Outdoor CPE (Customer Premises Equipment)

The TP-Link CPE220 is an Outdoor CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) designed for long-range, cost-effective wireless networking.

Outdoor: This signifies its robust build, designed to withstand various weather conditions (rain, sun, extreme temperatures) and environmental factors.
CPE (Customer Premises Equipment): In the context of wireless networking, a CPE is a device installed at a customer’s location to receive or transmit a wireless signal. It acts as the end-point for a wireless link, typically connecting to a larger network or providing local wireless access.
2.4GHz: This refers to the specific radio frequency band the device operates on. The 2.4 GHz band is widely used for Wi-Fi and allows for longer ranges, though it can be more susceptible to interference in congested areas.
300Mbps: This indicates the maximum theoretical wireless data transfer speed the device can achieve under ideal conditions using the 2.4GHz band and 802.11n standards. It’s important to note that actual throughput will likely be lower due to factors like distance, interference, and the Fast Ethernet ports.
12dBi: This is the gain of the integrated directional antenna. ‘dBi’ (decibels relative to an isotropic radiator) measures the efficiency and directionality of an antenna. A 12dBi antenna means it’s highly directional, focusing the wireless signal into a narrower beam, which is crucial for long-distance point-to-point (PtP) or point-to-multipoint (PtMP) links.

In essence, the TP-Link CPE220 is a specialized outdoor Wi-Fi device engineered to establish stable, long-distance wireless connections, primarily for bridging networks or providing wireless internet access in remote or extended outdoor environments.

Specification
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the TP-Link CPE220’s specifications:

1. Hardware Features:

Processor: Qualcomm Atheros 560MHz CPU, MIPS 74Kc
Memory: 64MB DDR2 RAM, 8MB Flash
Interface:
1 x 10/100Mbps Shielded Ethernet Port (LAN0, Passive PoE In)
1 x 10/100Mbps Shielded Ethernet Port (LAN1, Passive PoE Passthrough)
1 x Grounding Terminal
Power Supply:
24V, 1A Passive PoE Adapter (Included)
Passive PoE via LAN0 (+4,5pins; -7,8pins)
Voltage Range: 16-27VDC
Power Consumption: Max 10.8 Watts (Actual power consumption may vary depending on usage)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 276 x 78.5 x 217 mm (10.9 x 3.1 x 8.5 in.)
Protection:
15KV ESD Protection
6KV Lightning Protection
Enclosure:
Outdoor ASA stabilized plastic material
IPX5 waterproof certification
2. Wireless Features:

Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Proprietary Protocol: TP-Link MAXtream TDMA Technology
Frequency: 2.4~2.483GHz
Data Rate:
Up to 300Mbps (40MHz channel bandwidth)
Supports 144.4Mbps (20MHz), 72.2Mbps (10MHz), 36.1Mbps (5MHz)
Transmit Power: 0 to 30dBm/1000mW (Adjustable by 1dBm)
Antenna:
Built-in 12dBi 2×2 Dual-polarized Directional Antenna
Beamwidth: 60° (Horizontal), 30° (Vertical)
Dedicated metal reflector ensures higher gain and lower noise interference.
3. Software Features (PharOS Web Interface):

Operation Modes:
Access Point (AP)
Client
AP Router
AP Client Router (WISP Client)
Bridge
Repeater
Network Configuration:
WAN: Static/Dynamic/PPPoE/L2TP/PPTP
LAN: Static/Dynamic/DHCP
Forwarding: Port Forwarding, UPnP, DMZ
Security: SPI Firewall, Ping Forbidden, DoS Protection