iKuai IK-W35 In-Wall AP Unboxing Review and Teardown: Dual-Band WiFi 6 AX3000 with 2.5G Port- Zeruns's Blog

iKuai IK-W35 In-Wall AP Unboxing Review and Teardown: Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 with 2.5G Port

Using the iKuai system as a software router, I decided to replace all existing TP-Link routers with iKuai APs, creating a unified AC+AP setup for easier management.

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Specifications & Overview

The IK-W35 is a 3000Mbps Wi-Fi 6 dual-band in-wall wireless AP. Compared to Wi-Fi 5 dual-band APs, it offers higher wireless throughput and supports more concurrent connections, meeting the demands of high-performance wireless scenarios. It has a standard 86-box design, supports PoE power supply, and is highly compatible with various wireless devices on the market.

The IK-W35 supports AC management, allowing administrators to easily configure, manage, and monitor its status remotely. With support for up to 8 SSIDs, it enables efficient terminal access control. The prioritization strategy ensures high-priority tasks get more bandwidth resources, improving the user experience. Additionally, support for authentication methods like DingTalk authentication and Web authentication enhances system security.

Physical Characteristics

Feature	Description
Model	IK-W35
Installation	86-box mount
Dimensions	86mm × 86mm × 52mm
Ports	Rear: 1x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps EthernetFront: 1x 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet
Reset Button	Supported
Antennas	Built-in omnidirectional antennas
Power Supply	PoE: IEEE 802.3af/at
Power Consumption	12W
Standards	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Spatial Streams	2×2 MIMO (2.4G)2×2 MIMO (5G)
Wireless Speed	2976Mbps

Software Features

Feature	Description
WLAN	Supports up to 8 SSIDsSupports Chinese SSID namesSSID VLAN attributesSSID hidingSSID-based speed limitGuest modeRF-based user limit
Security	WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK encryptionDynamic password, SMS, and one-click authenticationWireless black/whitelist
Management	iKuai router managementOnline upgrade support

Operating Environment

Environment	Description
Operating Temperature	0–45℃
Operating Humidity	10%–90% (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature	-40℃ to +70℃
Storage Humidity	5%–90% (non-condensing)

IK-W35 User Manual Download: https://url.zeruns.com/IK-W35

Unboxing

Front of the packaging:

Inside the box, accessories include a warranty card, user manual, and two screws.

Front view of the IK-W35, with a Gigabit LAN port at the bottom.

The back features a 2.5G uplink port with PoE support.

Removing the front panel reveals the serial number barcode, model information, and a system status indicator. A reset button is located at the bottom right.

Teardown

The casing is secured by clips and can be pried open easily.

The device consists of two circuit boards. The lower one seems to handle power management.

Review

Installation

Installing the in-wall AP into an 86-box was relatively straightforward.

Thermal Imaging

The front temperature peaks at around 43℃, while the heatsink inside reaches approximately 48℃ (ambient temperature: 17℃).

Management Interface Screenshots

AC management interface:

AP management interface, with an option to switch to router mode:

Power Consumption

Idle power consumption with no connected devices is around 4.5W.

Power usage reaches 12W when running at full capacity on the 5G band.

Speed Test

Test device: Pura70Pro+

Speed Test (AP at 0.5 meters, no obstructions):

5GHz band: Negotiated wireless speed of 2401Mbps; download at 1.57Gbps, upload at 990Mbps.
2.4GHz band: Negotiated wireless speed of 433Mbps; download at 382Mbps, upload at 134Mbps.

Speed Test (AP behind one wall):

5GHz band: Negotiated wireless speed of 144Mbps; download at 389Mbps, upload at 15Mbps.
2.4GHz band: Negotiated wireless speed of 292Mbps; download at 86.78Mbps, upload at 34.54Mbps.

The signal cannot penetrate two walls.

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iKuai IK-W35 In-Wall AP Unboxing Review and Teardown: Dual-Band WiFi 6 AX3000 with 2.5G Port