N711AP cc2538 ZigBee USB Dongle

1. Product Overview

The N711AP is a high-performance USB dongle based on Texas Instruments’ CC2538 wireless microcontroller (SoC). Designed for reliable, long-range, low-power wireless connectivity in IoT applications, it integrates RF, processor, antenna, and peripheral interfaces on a single compact PCB. Ready to use out of the box, the N711AP is an ideal solution for rapid development of Zigbee gateways, routers, and various smart device nodes.

2. Key Features

• High‑Performance Wireless MCU: Built around the TI CC2538 SoC, featuring a powerful ARM® Cortex®‑M3 core, up to 512 KB Flash and 32 KB RAM, capable of running robust network stacks.

• Multi‑Protocol Support: Native support for IEEE 802.15.4, compatible with Zigbee, Thread, 6LoWPAN, and proprietary protocols.

• Excellent RF Performance: Up to +7 dBm transmit power; optimized PCB antenna delivers 100 m+ range (LOS) at 250 kbps.

• Compact All‑in‑One Design: Measures only 37 × 17 × 7 mm. Integrates USB interface, status LED, tactile switch, PCB antenna, and an IPEX connector for external antenna.

• Wide Operational Range: Covers the global 2.4 GHz ISM band (2400‑2480 MHz). Operating temperature range: ‑30 °C to +75 °C.

• Strong Security & Expandability: On‑chip hardware encryption accelerators ensure secure communications. Debug pins and multiple GPIOs are accessible for custom development.

3. Detailed Specifications

4. Typical Applications

• Zigbee Smart Home Gateways & Routers

• Industrial IoT (IIoT) Data Collectors

• Building Automation & Lighting Control Nodes

• 6LoWPAN Edge Devices & Network Bridges

• Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Coordinators

• IoT Prototyping, Research & Evaluation Tools

5. Ordering Information

6. Documentation & Downloads

• N711AP Full Datasheet (PDF)

• Hardware Design Guide & PCB Layout Recommendations

• Driver & Basic Sample Code

• Related Protocol Stack (Z‑Stack, etc.) Application Notes

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