Huawei NetEngine AR5710-H8T2TS1 SD-WAN Enterprise Router Overview
The Huawei NetEngine AR5710-H8T2TS1 is a next-generation, high-performance enterprise router engineered to meet the intensive demands of modern cloudification and diversified branch networking. Powered by an advanced multi-core processor and a non-blocking switching architecture, this 1RU rack-mountable gateway delivers 1 Gbps of SD-WAN forwarding performance.
Designed for small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) headquarters and branch offices, the AR5710-H8T2TS1 natively integrates comprehensive routing, solid-state security, and SD-WAN capabilities to build highly reliable, cost-effective, and business-grade internet connections.
Core Architecture & Business Value
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Multi-Core Processing Engine: Accelerates L4-L7 service processing and high-speed WAN connections, ensuring a low-latency experience for mission-critical applications.
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SD-WAN Ready & Application Intelligence: Built-in application identification enables smart, policy-based routing over multiple links (MPLS, Internet, Cellular). It dynamically selects the optimal path based on real-time link quality.
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High-Availability & Link Redundancy: Features millisecond-level fault detection (IP FRR) and multi-link backup mechanisms, drastically shortening business interruption times.
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Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP): Supports visual management and automated deployment via Huawei iMaster NCE, significantly reducing OPEX and simplifying branch rollouts.
Comprehensive Technical Specifications
| Feature / Component |
Specification Details |
| Model Number |
NetEngine AR5710-H8T2TS1 |
| SD-WAN Forwarding Performance |
1 Gbps |
| Fixed WAN Ports |
2 x Gigabit Ethernet (GE) Combo Ports |
| Fixed LAN Ports |
8 x Gigabit Ethernet (GE) RJ45 Ports (Switchable to WAN) |
| Expansion Slots |
1 x MIC (Multiservice Interface Card) Slot |
| System Memory & Storage |
4 GB RAM / 2 GB Flash |
| Auxiliary Interfaces |
1 x RJ45 Console Port, 1 x USB 2.0 Port |
| PoE / WLAN Support |
Non-PoE / No built-in WLAN |
| Form Factor / Rack Units |
1 RU Rack-mountable (IEC standard) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
44.0 mm x 300.0 mm x 220.3 mm |
| Weight |
1.8 kg |
| Power Consumption |
29 W (Max) / 36 W (Max Output Power) |
| Power Supply (AC) |
100V to 240V Rated (90V to 264V Max), 50 Hz/60 Hz |
| Cooling & Airflow |
Built-in fixed fan (Cold air in left, hot air out right) |
| Acoustic Noise |
41.9 dB |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 45°C (Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing) |
Software Features & Network Protocols
| Category |
Supported Protocols & Features |
| IPv4 / IPv6 Routing |
Static routes, RIP/RIPng, OSPF/OSPFv3, IS-IS/IS-ISv6, BGP/BGP4+, IP FRR |
| LAN & Basic Services |
DHCP Server/Client/Relay, NAT, VLAN management, MAC management, STP |
| VPN & Tunneling |
IPsec VPN, GRE VPN, SD-WAN EVPN, NAT STUN |
| QoS (Quality of Service) |
Traffic policing (CAR), Congestion avoidance, MQC, Hierarchical QoS, Smart Application Control (SAC) |
| Security & Firewall |
ACLv4/v6, AAA, RADIUS, HWTACACS, Built-in Firewall, ARP Security, ICMP protection, URPF, Attack source tracing |
| O&M Management |
SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), NetConf/YANG, CLI, RMON, NTP, USB/DHCP Zero-Touch setup |
(Note: The AR5710 series fully complies with global safety and EMC standards including CISPR32 Class A, FCC Part 15, CE EN 60950-1, and RoHS/WEEE environmental directives).
Enterprise Networking Application: SD-WAN Branch Gateway
In modern distributed enterprises, the Huawei NetEngine AR5710 acts as the ultimate branch edge gateway. By unifying multiple physical uplinks (e.g., traditional MPLS leased lines and broadband Internet), the router leverages its SD-WAN EVPN capabilities to dynamically steer traffic. Managed centrally via the Huawei iMaster NCE controller, IT administrators gain a unified visual dashboard to monitor link health, enforce end-to-end IPsec encryption, and guarantee premium bandwidth for critical unified communications (UC) and SaaS applications.
RFQ
> Q1: What is the main difference between the NetEngine AR5710-H8T2TS1 and AR5710 models with PoE?
A: The AR5710-H8T2TS1 is a purely data-driven gateway featuring 8 Gigabit LAN ports without Power over Ethernet (Non-PoE) capabilities, making it highly cost-effective for pure routing and firewall tasks. If your branch office requires direct power for IP cameras or wireless access points, you would need to look at PoE-enabled variants within the Huawei AR lineup or pair this router with a dedicated PoE access switch (like the Huawei CloudEngine S5735 series).
> Q2: What can I install in the 1x MIC expansion slot?
A: The Multiservice Interface Card (MIC) slot provides critical physical flexibility. Network engineers commonly populate this slot with LTE/5G cellular interface cards to establish wireless backup WAN links, or legacy E1/T1 voice/data cards if the branch is migrating from older telecom infrastructure.
> Q3: Are the 8 LAN ports strictly for internal networks?
A: No. A major architectural advantage of the AR5710-H8T2TS1 is its flexible port configuration. The 8 fixed Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports are switchable to WAN ports. This allows network architects to aggregate multiple incoming internet service provider (ISP) connections for advanced load balancing and SD-WAN routing.
> Q4: What is the warranty and after-sales support for the AR5710 series?
A: We provide comprehensive enterprise-grade support for this product. Standard purchases include a 1-Year Return-to-Base Hardware Warranty. For mission-critical deployments, we highly recommend attaching Huawei's Hi-Care service contracts, which provide 24/7 technical TAC support, advanced software OS updates, and next-business-day (NBD) hardware replacement options.
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