IPQ5018 Qualcomm SoC with QCN6102/QCN6122 Solution Low Cost Embedded Router 2.5GbE WiFi 6

For several years, Wallys Communication has been providing embedded router boards powered by Qualcomm technology. These include the DR8072A, which features dual 2.5GbE and WiFi 6 connectivity and is positioned as a high-end option. Additionally, the company has released a more affordable WiFi 6 SBC with Gigabit Ethernet ports that uses the IPQ6010 chipset.

Now, Wallys Communication has launched a new embedded router board, the DR5018, which offers WiFi 6 and 2.5GbE connectivity at a lower cost. The DR5018 is based on the Qualcomm IPQ5018 dual-core Cortex-A53 SoC, which is also used in the Xiaomi Mi AX6000 router.

DR5018 specifications:

SoC – Qualcomm Atheros IPQ5018 dual-core Arm Cortex-A53 processor @ 1.0 GHz

System Memory – 512MB DDR3L

Storage – 4GB or 8GB eMMC flash, 4MB Nor Flash, 128MB NAND flash

Networking

4x Gigabit Ethernet Ports or 1x 2.5Gbps Ethernet port

1x Gigabit Ethernet Port

On-board 2×2 MU-MIMO 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax WiFi 6

2x M.2 Key-E socket with mini PCIe 2.0 for additional QCN90xx WiFi Module(s)

Bluetooth BT5.1

2x IPEX connectors for antennas

USB /header 1x USB 3.0 Port

Misc – LED header for power, WiFi strength indicators; serial port support

Power Supply – 12V via DC jack

Dimension:170mm x 120mm x 15mm

5G/6E Solution:IPQ5018 with QCN6102/QCN6122

QCN6122 and QCN6102 are two Wi-Fi chips commonly used in embedded and industrial applications. They have distinct differences, including architecture, network speeds, power consumption, and peripheral interfaces. QCN6122 has a dual-core processor architecture, supporting up to 3 MU-MIMO data streams with a maximum network speed of 867Mbps. Its power consumption is higher than that of QCN6102. QCN6122 also supports USB 3.0 and PCIe Gen2 interfaces, whereas QCN6102 only supports USB 2.0 interfaces. In comparison, QCN6102 is better suited for low-power applications, such as IoT devices, due to its single-core processor architecture and a maximum network speed of 300Mbps.

Both QCN6122 and QCN6102 can be utilized with the IPQ5018 board, which is a high-performance embedded processor integrating a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor and high-speed network connection. The board supports dual-band Wi-Fi, including 802.11ac and 802.11ax, and is also compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n. The IPQ5018 board acts as a central processing unit (CPU) to manage and control the Wi-Fi module of QCN6122 or QCN6102.

By utilizing the IPQ5018 board with QCN6122 or QCN6102, high-performance and high-speed Wi-Fi connection can be achieved, which is suitable for various industrial application scenarios, such as Internet of Things, smart home, and smart manufacturing. Additionally, the IPQ5018 board supports various peripheral interfaces, such as USB and PCIe, which enable seamless connectivity and communication with other devices.

The IPQ5018 chip is a specialized high-performance processor intended for wireless networking applications. It boasts a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor, a dual-core network accelerator, and a potent hardware packet processing engine. The chip also supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, as well as MU-MIMO and OFDMA, providing a top-notch solution for high-speed wireless networks.

The QCN6102 chip is a Wi-Fi 6 system-on-a-chip (SoC) that has been designed to provide a cost-effective solution for high-performance wireless networking applications. It is a highly integrated chip that supports two-stream 802.11ax Wi-Fi, as well as MU-MIMO and OFDMA, which makes it an excellent choice for high-performance wireless networks.

The IPQ5018 chip offers a wide range of applications due to its versatility. It is commonly utilized in access points, routers, switches, and gateways for its exceptional performance in networking applications with low latency and high throughput requirements. The chip's advanced hardware packet processing engine provides an ideal solution for high-performance networking applications.

Solution of IPQ5018 and QCN6102 and the Advantages:

The solution of IPQ5018 and QCN6102 is a cost-effective solution that offers high-performance wireless networking. The solution features support for the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, MU-MIMO, and OFDMA, making it an ideal solution for high-performance wireless networks. Additionally, the solution features a highly integrated Wi-Fi 6 SoC that provides reliable and seamless connectivity. The advantages of this solution include improved performance, lower latency, and better connectivity, making it an ideal solution for high-performance networking applications.

Wallystech has over 10 years of experience in research and development, with expertise in Linux and WiFi protocols. They specialize in developing software for Qualcomm chips, including drivers, kernels, and other important software modifications and compilations, in order to meet the diverse WiFi functional requirements of their customers.

In addition to their software expertise, Wallystech also boasts a strong hardware design team. Their team of experienced professionals recognizes that RF circuit design and baseband are the most challenging aspects of hardware design. Wallystech has achieved zero errors in signal integrity, even when it comes to complex tasks like frequency conversion of network cards, from 2.4 GHz to 900 MHz.

Wallystech has provided their innovative technology solutions to notable clients such as TIP, Facebook, and Openwrt.

The DR5018 embedded router board is now available for sampling at an extremely competitive price point.For more information and inquiry please feel free to contact our sales team via sales1@wallystech.com or visit our website https://www.wallystech.com/

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