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WatchGuard AP432

High-density Wi-Fi 6 with 4x4:4 OFDMA, a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port, eight integrated antennas and PoE+ power.

Wi-Fi 6WPA34×4:42.5 GbEHigh density
  • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with WPA3 encryption
  • 4×4:4 radios — up to 2400 Mbps on 5 GHz and 1148 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
  • Single 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port with 802.3at PoE+
  • Eight integrated omnidirectional antennas
  • Four simultaneous MU-MIMO clients
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Ordering information

Hardware & subscription options

Every orderable WatchGuard part number for this appliance, grouped by licensing tier. Pick the line you need and we will quote it — hardware, licence term and support in one place.

Appliance Only

The Firebox hardware on its own, with no security subscription attached. Choose this only if you are adding the unit to an existing licence pool.

WatchGuard AP432 Appliance

Standard Wi-Fi Management

WatchGuard Cloud management with 24/7 support and hardware warranty: radio, SSID and device configuration, firmware updates, SSH/CLI access, inventory management, AP site templating, captive portal, live status and 24-hour reporting.

WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management (Service Subscription - Hardware Required)

  • WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 1 Year #WGAP43222101
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  • WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 3 Year #WGAP43222103
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  • WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 5 Year #WGAP43222105
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WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management Renewal / Upgrade (Service Subscription - Hardware Required)

  • WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 1 Year #WGAP43200621
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  • WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 3 Year #WGAP43200623
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  • WatchGuard Standard Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 5 Year #WGAP43200625
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USP Wi-Fi Management

Everything in Standard, plus syslog server output, IKEv2 VPN (remote access point), reporting and visibility extended from 24 hours to 30 days, and access to future WatchGuard portfolio integrations and Wi-Fi features as they are released.

WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management (Service Subscription - Hardware Required)

  • WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 1 Year #WGAP43222001
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  • WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 3 Year #WGAP43222003
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  • WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 5 Year #WGAP43222005
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WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management Renewal / Upgrade (Service Subscription - Hardware Required)

  • WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 1 Year #WGAP43222021
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  • WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 3 Year #WGAP43222023
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  • WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management for AP432 - 5 Year #WGAP43222025
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Accessories

Mounting hardware and physical accessories for this appliance.

WatchGuard Accessories

  • WatchGuard AP Universal Free Standing Bracket #WG9017
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  • WatchGuard Power Supply for AP225W / AP130 / AP330 / AP432 #WG9009
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Technical specifications

WatchGuard AP432 Specifications

WatchGuard published maximums, measured under the test conditions noted below.

Wi-Fi — 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n/ax)

AP432 — Wi-Fi — 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n/ax) specifications
Frequency Band (USA & Canada)2400 ~ 2473.5 MHz
Modulation TypeDSSS, OFDM, OFDMA
Peak Data RatesUp to 1148 Mbps (MCS 0-15)
AntennaIntegrated modular high efficiency PIFA antenna × 4
Maximum Transmit PowerUp to 23 dBm with 3 dBi antenna gain

Wi-Fi — 5 GHz (802.11a/n/ac/ax)

AP432 — Wi-Fi — 5 GHz (802.11a/n/ac/ax) specifications
Frequency Band (USA & Canada)5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz, 5.25 ~ 5.35 GHz, 5.725 ~ 5.825 GHz
Dynamic Frequency SelectionDFS and DFS2
Modulation TypeOFDM, OFDMA
Peak Data RatesUp to 2400 Mbps (MCS 0-15)
AntennaIntegrated modular high efficiency PIFA antenna × 4
Maximum Transmit PowerUp to 23 dBm with 3 dBi antenna gain

Operational

AP432 — Operational specifications
Number of Radios2 — one 2.4 GHz and one 5 GHz for simultaneous dual-band client access
MIMO4×4 for 2.4 and 5 GHz radios
Spatial Streams4 for 2.4 and 5 GHz radios
RF Transmit Power20 dBm per radio chain (max); actual Tx power depends on country regulatory domain
Simultaneous MU-MIMO Clients4
Users in a MU-MIMO group with a 2×2 client3
Bandwidth AgilityYes
DFS ComplianceSupported in compliance with the latest FCC, CE, IC, CB, TELEC and KCC amendments
Antenna DetailInternal PIFA — 4 × 2.4 GHz and 4 × 5 GHz (3 dBi peak gain each)

Ports

AP432 — Ports specifications
LAN / PoE+Multigig Ethernet RJ-45 at 1/2.5 Gbps — connects to the wired LAN and WatchGuard Cloud, and can power the device over 802.3at PoE+ (Class 4)
Power12V DC / 2A (3.5 mm outer / 1.35 mm centre pin) or 802.3at PoE+
ResetPin-hole push button — hold down and power cycle the device to reset

Physical & Power

AP432 — Physical & Power specifications
Physical Dimensions205 × 205 × 33.2 mm (8.07 × 8.07 × 1.31 in)
Weight0.56 kg (1.234 lbs)
Power Consumption19.5 W (max) / 11.65 W (average)
Processor and MemoryQualcomm IPQ8072A quad-core ARM Cortex A53 @ 2.0 GHz, 2 GB DDR4 RAM, 256 MB NAND and 8 MB SPI flash
Operating Temperature0–40°C (32–104°F)
Storage Temperature-30–80°C (-22–176°F)
Humidity5% to 95% non-condensing
Notes

Actual transmit power is the lowest of the value set in the radio settings, the maximum allowed in the regulatory domain, and the maximum supported by the radio. The per-radio-chain maximum of 20 dBm and the 23 dBm band figures measure different things.

Frequency bands shown are the USA and Canada (FCC/IC) transmission ranges; the European (ETSI) ranges differ.

Unlike the AP330, this model has two radios and no dedicated third scanning radio, so it has no always-on WIPS or RF-optimisation radio. It gains 4×4 client capacity instead.

"ODFMA" in the 5 GHz modulation row has been read as OFDMA.

The datasheet body text describes the AP432 as designed for "mid-range density", which contradicts its own heading and lead paragraph and matches the AP330 sheet word for word. The product is positioned for high density, and the summary above follows the lead paragraph.

This datasheet carries no regulatory certification table. Ask us for the current compliance list.

Part numbers are WatchGuard catalogue SKUs and are listed for reference. Availability and lead time are confirmed at quote.

Overview

AP432

High-density Wi-Fi 6 with 4x4:4 OFDMA, a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port, eight integrated antennas and PoE+ power.

Perfect for High-Density and Growing Networks

WatchGuard's high-performance Wi-Fi 6 access point is the ideal choice for high-density indoor environments of all shapes and sizes to utilize the most secure WPA3 encryption for a seamless Wi-Fi 6 experience for end users to enjoy. The AP432 enables high-traffic areas to be supported with lightning-fast speed, delivering superior Wi-Fi 6 performance across distributed networks and is perfect for building a network that is easily scalable.

Cloud-Based Management

You can manage the AP432 with WatchGuard Cloud. WatchGuard Cloud delivers one simplified platform for Wi-Fi management to easily deploy, configure, and report on one unified security platform. WatchGuard Cloud eliminates the need for any physical or virtual infrastructure requirements, with multi-tier and multi-tenant capabilities through a centralized WatchGuard Cloud management platform. WatchGuard Cloud environments easily scale from one to an unlimited number of access points across multiple locations. Access points can be grouped in many ways including location, building, floor, customers, and remote users to maintain consistent policies across a distributed network.

Cross-Platform Benefits

Simple VPN connectivity to a Firebox managed in WatchGuard Cloud. Multi-tier and multi-tenant capabilities through a centralized WatchGuard Cloud management platform with enhanced activation and intelligent inventory management. Captive Portal creation with custom corporate branding such as company logos, background, and thumbnail image. Enterprise authentication is delivered through easily managed WatchGuard Authentication Domains. Centralized management to WatchGuard's portfolio of products such as AuthPoint, Firebox appliances, and endpoint solutions.

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