Multi-core performance for higher terminal counts An ARM64 4-core processor and non-blocking switching architecture give the AR730 a forwarding performance range of 9 Mpps to 25 Mpps, with support for up to 1,200 connected terminals. That headroom matters for a branch site that has grown past a handful of users and now needs to route traffic for a full floor or department without the router itself becoming the bottleneck.
10GE uplink alongside standard WAN and LAN ports The AR730 provides 8 GE electrical LAN ports and 1 GE combo LAN port, plus 2 GE combo WAN ports and a 10GE optical WAN interface. Any of the LAN-side GE ports can also be reconfigured as WAN ports, giving network administrators flexibility to match the router's port layout to the actual mix of internal and internet-facing connections a site needs, including a high-speed fibre uplink where that bandwidth is available.
Modular expansion through SIC slots Two SIC (smart interface card) slots, combinable into a single WSIC slot, allow additional interface cards to be added as requirements change, rather than needing to replace the entire router when a new connection type is required. This is the practical advantage of a modular platform like the AR700 series over a fixed-configuration router: the base unit can be scaled with cards rather than swapped out entirely.
Built for continuous operation With an MTBF rating of over 30 years and calculated availability of 0.9999924012, the AR730 is designed for long-term, always-on deployment in a branch or head-office role. A built-in fan provides active cooling, and the router operates across a 0°C to 45°C range, with overtemperature alarming supported.
Console and USB-based management An RJ45 console port supports direct on-site configuration, while two USB 2.0 host ports allow for USB flash drive-based upgrades and configuration deployment, which can be useful when working at a site without established remote management access yet in place.
Key specifications
- Processor: ARM64, 4 cores
- Forwarding performance: 9 Mpps to 25 Mpps
- Connected terminals: Up to 1,200
- LAN ports: 8x GE electrical, 1x GE combo
- WAN ports: 2x GE combo, 1x 10GE optical (SFP+)
- Expansion: 2x SIC slots (combinable into 1x WSIC slot)
- Memory / Flash: 4 GB / 1 GB
- Form factor: 1U rack mount
- Power: AC 100V-240V, typical 28W, maximum 33W
- USB ports: 2x USB 2.0 (host)
Simplifi Networks distributes Huawei networking equipment to businesses, ISPs, and network installers across Kenya, Uganda, and the wider East African region. The AR730 suits medium-sized businesses and branch networks that need a rack-mounted router with room to grow, whether that means higher WAN bandwidth, more connected users, or additional interface cards added over time.
