Huawei NetEngine AR720 Wired Router
Huawei introduces a new standard in the field of routers with the NetEngine AR700 series. These are high-performance, next-generation devices. By employing ARM-based multi-core processors and an innovative non-blocking switching architecture, they offer twice the performance of most competing products in the market. By integrating features such as 5G, routing, switching, VPN, security, and MPLS, the NetEngine AR700 routers facilitate a wide range of enterprise services in the cloud era.
Huawei AR720 Models and Specifications
Within the Huawei NetEngine AR700 series, there are two main models: NetEngine AR720 and NetEngine AR730. The AR720 router provides forwarding performance ranging from 9 Mpps to 25 Mpps, supports up to 700 terminals, and comes with dedicated WAN and LAN ports. Its compact dimensions are just 43.6 mm x 442 mm x 220 mm.
High Performance and Reliability from Huawei
Advanced ARM-based processors and modern architecture ensure that the AR720 router delivers unmatched performance, ensuring minimal latency even when handling the most demanding services. Additionally, the technologies used in the device guarantee its reliability – features such as backup creation and rapid fault detection are just a few of them.
Simple Operation and Advanced Management
The Huawei AR720 stands out for its ease of use. Thanks to advanced management modes such as SNMP, CloudCampus, and an intuitive web system, network deployment and management have become easier than ever, leading to significant operational cost reductions.
Unprecedented Security with Huawei AR720
The NetEngine AR720 router not only offers exceptional performance but also ensures the highest level of security. Built-in features such as a firewall, IPS, and antivirus effectively protect the network from various threats. This provides businesses peace of mind, knowing their data is safe.
Huawei AR700 – The Perfect Choice for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
The Huawei NetEngine AR720 is designed with small and medium-sized enterprises and home offices in mind. It integrates various functions into one device, making it an excellent choice for various institutions – from educational facilities and healthcare institutions to budget hotels. Adding an attractive price and the support of the Huawei brand, we get a product that meets the expectations of even the most demanding customers.
Overview
Table 3-1 Basic information about the AR720
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Description | AR720, 2*GE combo WAN, 8*GE LAN, 2*USB 2.0, 2*SIC |
| Part Number | 02354GBG-001 |
| Model | AR720 |
| First supported version | V300R022C00 |
| Remarks | When configuring cards, ensure that the total power of the configured cards does not exceed 37 W or contact technical support engineers to obtain more suggestions. The routers manufactured after March 31, 2023 support only V300R022C10 and later versions. |
Appearance

Components

1. Product model silkscreen | 2. LAN interfaces: eight GE electrical interfaces | 3. Two SIC slots |
4. Ground point | 5. AC power jack | 6. Jack for power cable locking strap NOTE: Insert a power cable locking strap in this jack to secure the power cable. |
7. RESET button NOTE: This button is used to reset the router.
Resetting the router will interrupt services. Exercise caution when deciding to press this button. | 8. WAN interfaces: two GE combo interfaces | 9. USB interface 2.0 (host) |
10. USB interface 2.0 (host) | 11. Console interface | – |
Slot Layout

Table 3-2 Slots on the AR720
| Slot Type | Slot ID | Slot Direction | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIC | 1 | Transverse | Slot 1 and slot 2 are combined into new slot 2 (WSIC). |
| SIC | 2 | Transverse | Slot 1 and slot 2 are combined into new slot 2 (WSIC). |
Ports
Table 3-3 Ports on the AR720
| Port | Connector Type | Description | Available Components |
|---|---|---|---|
| Console interface | RJ45 | The console interface can connect to an operation terminal for onsite configuration.
| Console cable |
| LAN interfaces: eight GE electrical interfaces | RJ45 | A GE electrical interface (10/100/1000 Mbit/s auto-sensing) transmits and receives services at 10 Mbit/s, 100 Mbit/s, or 1000 Mbit/s.
NOTE: GE0 is a management interface and is used for web-based management and email-based deployment. All LAN-side GE interfaces can be configured as WAN-side interfaces. | Ethernet cable |
| WAN interfaces: two GE combo interfaces | GE electrical interface: RJ45 GE optical port: LC/PC | A GE combo interface consists of an optical Ethernet interface and an electrical Ethernet interface on the panel. The two interfaces have only one internal forwarding interface. The electrical and optical interfaces are multiplexed, and only either of them can work at a time. When either of the Ethernet interfaces is working, the other interface is shut down.
NOTE: By default, a combo interface works in auto mode and automatically works as an optical or electrical interface. |
The following optical modules are supported: FE SFP&eSFP Optical Modules GE eSFP Optical Modules |
| USB 2.0 ports (Host): two USB 2.0 ports | USB 2.0 Type A | A USB 2.0 interface provides up to 480 Mbit/s upload and download rates.
| USB 2.0-compliant USB flash drive |
Indicators

1. From top to bottom:
| 2. GE electrical interface indicators (LAN) | 3. GE electrical interface indicators (WAN) |
4. GE optical interface indicator (WAN) | 5. ACT (USB) indicator | – |
Table 3-4 Indicators on the AR720
| Silkscreen | Name | Color | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PWR | PWR indicator | Green | Steady on | The device is powered by the built-in power module normally. |
| – | Off | The device is not powered on. | ||
| SYS | SYS indicator | Green | Slow blinking | The system is running properly. |
| Green | Fast blinking | The system is being powered on or restarted. | ||
| Red | Steady on | A fault that affects services has occurred. The fault cannot be rectified automatically and requires manual intervention. | ||
| – | Off | The system software is not running or is resetting. | ||
| iNET | iNET indicator | Green | Steady on | The network service has been established. |
| – | Off | The network service is unavailable. | ||
| CTRL | CTRL indicator | Green | Steady on | The device has been connected to the controller. |
| – | Off | The device is not connected to the controller. | ||
| – | GE electrical interface indicators (LAN) | Green | Steady on | A link has been established. |
| Green | Off | No link is established. | ||
| Yellow | Blinking | Data is being transmitted or received. | ||
| Yellow | Off | No data is being transmitted or received. | ||
| – | GE electrical interface indicators (WAN) | Green | Steady on | A link has been established. |
| Green | Off | No link is established. | ||
| Yellow | Blinking | Data is being transmitted or received. | ||
| Yellow | Off | No data is being transmitted or received. | ||
| – | GE optical interface indicator (LAN) | Green | Steady on | A link has been established. |
| Green | Blinking | Data is being transmitted or received. | ||
| – | Off | No link is established. | ||
| – | GE optical interface indicator (WAN) | Green | Steady on | A link has been established. |
| Green | Blinking | Data is being transmitted or received. | ||
| – | Off | No link is established. | ||
| – | ACT (USB) indicators | Green | Steady on | The system has been upgraded or configured using a USB flash drive. |
| Green | Blinking | The system is being upgraded or configured using a USB flash drive. | ||
| Red | Steady on | The system fails to be upgraded or configured using a USB flash drive. | ||
| – | Off | No USB flash drive is connected, the USB interface has failed, or the indicator has failed. |
Technical Specifications
Table 3-5 Technical specifications of the AR720
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Installation type |
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| Dimensions without packaging (H x W x D) [mm(in.)] |
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| Dimensions with packaging (H x W x D) [mm(in.)] | 90 mm x 390 mm x 570 mm (3.54 in. x 15.35 in. x 22.44 in.) |
| Chassis height [U] | 1 U |
| Weight with packaging [kg(lb)] | 4.6 kg (10.12 lb) |
| Weight without packaging [kg(lb)] | 3.2 kg (7.04 lb) |
| CPU | 1.4 GHz, 4 Cores |
| Memory | 4 GB |
| NAND Flash | 1 GB |
| Console port | RJ45 |
| RTC | Supported |
| Maximum power consumption [W] | 33 W |
| Power supply mode | AC built-in |
| Number of power modules | 1 |
| Rated input voltage [V] | 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz |
| Input voltage range [V] | 90 V to 264 V, 47 Hz to 63 Hz |
| Maximum input current [A] | 2 A |
| Maximum output power [W] | 70 W |
| Type of fans | Built-in |
| Number of fan modules | 0 |
| Heat dissipation mode | Air cooling |
| Airflow direction | Left to right |
| Extended slots (standard configuration) | 2 x SIC |
| Number of service board slots | 2 |
| Redundant power supply | Not supported |
| RPS input | Not supported |
| PoE | Not supported |
| Noise at normal temperature (acoustic power) [dB(A)] | 52.3 dB(A) |
| Long-term operating temperature [°C(°F)] | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) NOTE: When the altitude is 1800 m-5000 m (5906 ft.-16404.2 ft.), the highest operating temperature reduces by 1°C (1.8°F) every time the altitude increases by 220 m (722 ft.). |
| Storage temperature [°C(°F)] | -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F) |
| Long-term operating relative humidity [RH] | 5% to 95%, noncondensing |
| Long-term operating altitude [m(ft.)] | < 5000 m (16404.2 ft.) |
| MTBF [year] | 30.05 year |
| MTTR [hour] | 2 hour |
| Availability | 0.9999924012 |


























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