Sophos AP6 840 is a high-performance, plenum-rated indoor Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point designed for medium to high-density environments such as offices and educational campuses. Featuring dual radios with 4x4x4 antenna configuration on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, it delivers combined maximum theoretical speeds up to 3550 Mbps (1150 Mbps on 2.4 GHz + 2400 Mbps on 5 GHz).

Equipped with a 2.5 Gigabit multi-gig Ethernet uplink port supporting 802.3at PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus), the AP6 840 facilitates easy and powerful network integration. This model is plenum rated (UL2043) for safe installation in plenum spaces, meeting regional compliance standards including RCM for Australia. It includes a wall/ceiling mounting bracket optimized for T-bar ceilings and offers optional mounting kits for flat ceilings, plenums, and suspension supports.

The device supports advanced Wi-Fi 6 features including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Target Wake Time, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) for improved multi-client performance, power efficiency, and interference avoidance. Managed primarily via Sophos Central cloud platform with an option for local management on single AP installations, it requires a subscription for full benefits including firmware updates and centralized policy enforcement.

Key Highlights:

• Next-generation Wi-Fi 6 technology with dual 4x4x4 radios


• Ultra-fast combined throughput of up to 3550 Mbps


• Single 2.5 GbE PoE+ port for high-speed wired connectivity and power


• Plenum-rated to meet stringent fire safety standards


• Flexible mounting with included wall/ceiling bracket


• Ideal for demanding indoor scenarios needing robust, scalable wireless coverage