Description
TP-Link Omada ER8411 Enterprise VPN Router with 10G Ports
Enterprise-Grade 10G VPN Router for Large-Scale Omada SDN Deployments
The TP-Link Omada ER8411 is a high-performance enterprise VPN router built for large offices, schools, hotels, and multi-site organisations that demand 10G throughput, multi-WAN redundancy, and carrier-class reliability. Powered by a quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU with dual redundant power supplies, it supports up to 10 WAN ports, two 10G SFP+ ports, hundreds of VPN tunnels, and full integration with the Omada SDN platform for centralised cloud management across your entire network.
Key Features
- 2 × 10G SFP+ ports — 1 × dedicated WAN + 1 × WAN/LAN for high-bandwidth aggregation uplinks
- Up to 10 WAN ports — SFP+, SFP, and RJ45 WAN ports with multi-WAN load balancing and failover
- 1 × USB 3.0 port — connect a 4G/3G USB modem for LTE WAN backup
- Quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU — handles high-throughput routing, VPN processing, and deep packet inspection simultaneously
- Dual redundant power supplies — carrier-class reliability for mission-critical environments
- Enterprise VPN — SSL, IPSec, PPTP, L2TP (client/server), and OpenVPN; supports hundreds of simultaneous tunnels
- One-click auto IPSec VPN — simplifies multi-site VPN configuration and deployment
- Omada SDN integration — Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP), centralised cloud management, and intelligent monitoring
- Advanced security — firewall, DoS defence, IP/MAC/URL filtering, IP-MAC Binding, and one-click ALG activation
- Managed via Omada Controller (hardware/software/cloud) or Omada app
Use Cases
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Large Offices & Enterprises: Handle high-density user traffic with 10G uplinks, multi-WAN load balancing, and centralised Omada SDN management across all network devices.
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Multi-Site Organisations: One-click IPSec VPN and Omada SDN enable secure, easily managed site-to-site connectivity across multiple Australian locations.
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Schools & Universities: Robust firewall, URL filtering, and IP-MAC Binding provide the security controls required for educational network environments.
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Hotels & Hospitality: Multi-WAN load balancing and failover ensure guest and operational networks remain online even if a primary ISP connection fails.
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Work-From-Home & Remote Access: SSL and OpenVPN support allow remote staff to securely connect to the corporate network from any location.
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ISP & Data Centre Edge: Dual redundant power supplies and carrier-class performance make the ER8411 suitable for demanding edge routing applications.
Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Model |
ER8411 |
| CPU |
Quad-core 2.2 GHz |
| 10G SFP+ Ports |
2 × (1 × WAN + 1 × WAN/LAN) |
| Max WAN Ports |
Up to 10 (SFP+, SFP, RJ45) |
| USB Ports |
1 × USB 3.0 (4G/3G modem WAN backup) |
| VPN Protocols |
SSL, IPSec, PPTP, L2TP, OpenVPN (client/server) |
| VPN Tunnels |
Hundreds of simultaneous IPSec, PPTP, L2TP, SSL & OpenVPN tunnels |
| Multi-WAN |
Load balancing & failover |
| Security |
Firewall, DoS defence, IP/MAC/URL filtering, IP-MAC Binding, ALG |
| Power Supply |
Dual redundant power supplies |
| Management |
Omada SDN (cloud/hardware/software controller), Omada App, Web UI, CLI |
| ZTP |
Zero-Touch Provisioning supported |
| Weight |
6.24 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ER8411 require an Omada Controller to function?
No. The ER8411 can operate in standalone mode and be managed via its web UI or CLI without any controller. Omada SDN integration — via hardware controller, software controller, or cloud — is optional and enables centralised management of the entire network including switches and access points from a single interface.
How many VPN tunnels does the ER8411 support?
The ER8411 supports hundreds of simultaneous VPN tunnels across IPSec, PPTP, L2TP, SSL, and OpenVPN protocols. The exact maximum varies by protocol and configuration — refer to the TP-Link datasheet for specific tunnel capacity figures.
Can I use the ER8411 with multiple ISP connections?
Yes. The ER8411 supports up to 10 WAN ports (SFP+, SFP, and RJ45) with multi-WAN load balancing and automatic failover. This allows you to distribute traffic across multiple ISP connections and maintain connectivity if one link fails.
Does it support 4G LTE backup?
Yes. Connect a compatible 4G/3G USB modem to the USB 3.0 port to use mobile broadband as a WAN backup connection. This provides an additional failover option if all wired WAN connections fail.
What is Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP)?
ZTP allows the ER8411 to be automatically discovered and configured by the Omada Controller without any manual on-site setup. This is particularly useful for IT teams deploying routers across multiple sites or remote locations across Australia.
Is the ER8411 suitable for a school or university network?
Yes. The ER8411’s URL filtering, IP/MAC Binding, firewall, and DoS defence provide the security controls required for educational environments. Combined with Omada SDN, it enables centralised management of the entire campus network — routers, switches, and access points — from a single controller.
