ER706W Omada AX3000 5-Port 1G & 1 SFP Slot VPN Router
Overview
The ER706W Omada AX3000 5-Port Gigabit VPN Router is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 router designed for businesses, remote offices, and high-demand network environments. It features AX3000 dual-band Wi-Fi (2402 Mbps on 5 GHz + 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz), five Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN, 3 WAN/LAN, 1 LAN), and one SFP slot for fiber connectivity. With advanced VPN capabilities, Omada SDN integration, and multi-WAN failover, the ER706W ensures fast, secure, and reliable connectivity for both wired and wireless networks.
1. How to Use & Install the ER706W VPN Router
Installation Steps:
- Hardware Setup:
- Connect the WAN port to your modem.
- Use the LAN ports to connect computers, switches, or access points.
- If using fiber internet, connect the SFP slot to an optical module.
- Powering the Device:
- Plug in the power adapter and turn on the router.
- Wi-Fi Configuration:
- Access the web UI (default IP: 192.168.0.1) or use Omada SDN for setup.
- Configure Wi-Fi SSID, password, and security settings.
- VPN & Security Setup (Optional):
- Set up IPSec, OpenVPN, or PPTP/L2TP VPN for secure remote access.
- Enable firewall rules, access control, and filtering for network security.
- Network Management & Optimization:
- Utilize Omada SDN for centralized cloud or local management.
- Enable multi-WAN load balancing and failover to ensure network reliability.
2. Types of Services, Licenses, and Plans Available
The ER706W VPN Router supports three main deployment and management options, all included without additional licensing costs:
- Standalone Mode – Local management via web UI for basic configurations.
- Omada SDN Integration – Enables cloud-based or on-premises centralized management.
- Multi-WAN Load Balancing & Failover – Ensures seamless network performance and redundancy.
3. Main Differences Between Service Plans
Feature | Standalone Mode | Omada SDN Management | Multi-WAN Load Balancing |
---|---|---|---|
Basic Routing | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
VPN Support | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ |
Centralized Management | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ |
Cloud-Based Control | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ |
Load Balancing & Failover | ❌ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
4. 10 Key Features of the ER706W VPN Router
- AX3000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 – Supports 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz for fast and stable wireless connections.
- 5-Port Gigabit Connectivity – Includes 1 WAN, 3 WAN/LAN combo ports, and 1 LAN port for flexible network setup.
- SFP Fiber Port – Enables high-speed fiber connectivity for enterprise-grade networking.
- Multi-WAN Support – Allows up to 4 WAN connections for load balancing and failover.
- High-Performance VPN Support – Offers IPSec, OpenVPN, PPTP, and L2TP VPNs for secure remote access.
- Omada SDN Integration – Enables cloud-based or on-premises centralized management.
- Advanced Security Features – Includes firewall protection, DoS defense, MAC filtering, and URL filtering.
- Captive Portal for Guest Wi-Fi – Provides secure and customizable guest access.
- Traffic Monitoring & Bandwidth Control – Supports detailed network analytics and QoS settings.
- Easy Setup & Deployment – Compatible with Omada Cloud Controller, Software Controller, and standalone management.
5. Competitor Products
- Ubiquiti Dream Machine (UDM) – A Wi-Fi 6 business router with integrated VPN and security features.
- Cisco RV340W Wireless VPN Router – A business-class VPN router with built-in Wi-Fi and high-performance routing.
The ER706W Omada AX3000 5-Port Gigabit VPN Router is an ideal choice for businesses that require high-speed wired and wireless networking, secure VPN access, and Omada SDN cloud-based management.