Huawei NetEngine AR720 Enterprise Router (Model: AR720) is a high-performance branch router engineered with 9 to 25 Mpps forwarding capacity and flexible Gigabit interfaces to support up to 700 connected terminals with enterprise-grade SD-WAN security. It features 2 fixed GE Combo (RJ45 / SFP Optical) WAN ports and 8 fixed 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit ports configurable as LAN or WAN, delivering high-speed routing and application optimization.
Constructed in a standard 1U 19-inch rackmount metal chassis with internal universal AC power, the router integrates SD-WAN, Multi-WAN load balancing, stateful firewall inspection, IPSec VPN, QoS, and NAT. Management is supported through Huawei iMaster NCE Cloud Management, Web GUI, CLI via Console/SSH, and SNMP.
Technical Specifications
| Component / Parameter | Technical Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Huawei NetEngine AR Series |
| Model / SKU | Huawei NetEngine AR720 |
| Forwarding Performance | 9 Mpps to 25 Mpps High-Speed Routing Performance |
| Terminal Capacity | Supports up to 700 Concurrent Connected Terminals |
| Fixed WAN Interfaces | 2 × GE Combo (RJ45 / SFP Optical) WAN Ports |
| Fixed LAN Interfaces | 8 × 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ports (Can Be Configured as LAN or WAN) |
| Physical Dimensions | 43.6 mm × 442 mm × 220 mm (1U 19-Inch Rackmount Form Factor) |
| Integrated Capabilities | SD-WAN, Multi-WAN Load Balancing, Stateful Firewall, IPSec VPN, QoS, NAT |
| Management Interface | Huawei iMaster NCE Cloud Management, Web GUI, CLI via Console/SSH, SNMP |
| Power Supply | Internal Universal AC Power Supply (100V to 240V AC) |
Mechanical & Environmental Specifications
| Parameter / Feature | Specification / Rating |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 43.6 mm × 442 mm × 220 mm (1U Rackmount) |
| Heat Dissipation Mode | Natural Heat Dissipation |
| Acoustic Profile | Low-Noise Operation |
| Chassis Construction | Heavy-Duty 19-Inch Steel Chassis |
| Power Input Range | 100V to 240V AC Universal Input |
Key Features & Highlights
- High Routing Performance: Delivers 9 Mpps to 25 Mpps forwarding performance to support up to 700 concurrent connected terminals.
- Dual GE Combo WAN Interfaces: 2 Gigabit combo (RJ45 / SFP) WAN ports provide flexible fiber or copper broadband connections.
- Eight Switchable LAN/WAN Ports: 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports can be dynamically assigned for local LAN distribution or multi-WAN uplinks.
- Integrated SD-WAN & VPN: Built-in SD-WAN intelligence and IPSec VPN encrypt data tunnels between enterprise branches.
- Comprehensive Management: Supports Huawei iMaster NCE cloud platform, Web GUI, full CLI via SSH/Console, and SNMP.
- Standard 1U Rack Chassis: 19-inch metal enclosure fits standard server racks with included mounting brackets and screws.
Recommended Applications
The Huawei NetEngine AR720 Enterprise Router is engineered for access and aggregation scenarios across commercial environments:
- Connecting enterprise branch offices to corporate headquarters via secure SD-WAN and IPSec VPN tunnels.
- Multi-WAN load balancing aggregating dual ISP broadband and leased lines for uninterrupted network uptime.
- Serving as a medium office gateway managing up to 700 user devices with bandwidth throttling and QoS.
- Direct fiber WAN or copper modem handoffs utilizing flexible GE combo interfaces.
- Deploying centralized cloud-managed branch routing across retail chains, financial institutions, and campuses.
Installation & Operating Environment
The Huawei NetEngine AR720 Enterprise Router features a compact 1U form factor measuring 43.6 mm × 442 mm × 220 mm supplied with a 19-inch rackmount bracket kit and screws. Powered by an internal universal AC power supply (100V to 240V AC), it maintains efficient thermal dissipation and continuous uptime in commercial enterprise racks.
