Omada Software Controller
- Centralized Management: Up to 1,500 Omada access points, JetStream switches, and Omada routers.*
- Cloud Access: Manage and monitor with the Omada app or Web UI from anywhere, anytime.
- Free of Charge: Download and use locally or from the cloud without additional expense.
- Easy and Intelligent Network Monitoring: The easy-to-use dashboard makes it simple to see the real-time network status and traffic distribution.
- Real-Time Network Topology: Helps IT admins quickly see and troubleshoot connections at a glance.
- Easier Network Maintenance: WiFi heatmap simulator, visualizable network report, and batch & multi-site management benefit network maintenance.
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Software Controller
A Professional and Free On-Premises Omada SDN Controller
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No Additional Expense
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Cloud Access for Remote Management
Centralized Management for
Access Points, Switches, and Routers
The Omada Software Controller, the professional and free on-premises controller for the Omada Software Defined Networking (SDN) platform, provides 100% centralized management of Omada access points, JetStream switches, and Omada routers—all controlled from a single interface.
- Omada SDN Controller
- Centralized Management of up to 1,500 Devices*
- No Hardware Investment
- Cloud Service With No License Fees
Hybrid Cloud for
Maximum Convenience
Featuring hybrid cloud technology, the Omada Software Controller allows you to remotely control your whole network wherever you are in the world with cloud access. Locally manage devices with the ultimate security and stability.
Easy and Intelligent Network Monitoring
The easy-to-use dashboard makes it easy to see your real-time network status; check network usage and traffic distribution; receive network condition logs, abnormal event warnings, and notifications; or even track key data for better business results. Network topology helps IT admins quickly see and troubleshoot connections at a glance.
Multiple Factors
Guarantee Easier
Network Maintenance
WiFi Heatmap SimulatorGenerate a Wi-Fi solution by simulating the wireless coverage effect of APs in the actual site. Determine the appropriate number and location of APs according to the coverage requirements. |
Visualizable Network Report for Conveniently SummaryHelp service providers easily report network service quality to their customers through reports. IT administrators also easily report network operation status through reports. Email Notification
Automated Periodic Report
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Batch Management, Multi-Site Management, and Remote Firmware UpdatesImprove network maintenance without needing to configure on-site or manage devices one by one. Software Controller
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Powerful SchedulingMaintain your network easily with more agile and effective processing. No manual tasks required. Backup Schedule
Reboot Schedule
Upgrade Schedule
Wi-Fi Schedule
PoE Schedule
Channel Adjustment Schedule
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Greater Convenience with the Omada App
Remotely access and configure your whole network with a tap of your phone from anywhere in the world.
Choose the Right Controller that Fits Your Business
| Omada On-Premises Controller | Omada Cloud-Based Controller | |||
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| Software Controller | Hardware Controller (OC300) |
Hardware Controller (OC200) |
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| Management Scale | <1,500 Devices* | Up to 500 Omada access points, 100 JetStream switches, and 100 Omada routers |
Up to 100 Omada access points, 20 JetStream switches, and 10 Omada routers |
Unlimited** |
| Usage Method | Deploy to intranet servers or private clouds |
Connect to the intranet | Log in and use | |
| Network Type | Medium/Large network | Small/Medium local network | Medium/Large multi-site network | |
| Pricing Model | Free | Hardware costs | Device license fee | |
| Cloud Access | √(Free) | √(Free) | √(Free) | √ |
| Auto Channel Selection and Power Adjustment |
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| Zero-Touch Provisioning |
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| Advanced Functions | Multi-Site Management, Multi-User Privilege Assignment, WiFi Heatmap Simulator, Network Summary Report, Abnormal Event Warnings and Notifications, Batch Configuration, Batch Firmware Upgrading, Captive Portal (Facebook WiFi, Voucher, SMS, etc.) |
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| MANAGEMENT | |
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| Omada App | Yes |
| Centralized Management | Up to 1,500 Omada access points, JetStream switches, and Omada routers*Note: Go to www.tp-link.com/en/business-networking/all-omada/ to find all the device models supported by Omada Software Controller |
| Cloud Access | Yes |
| L3 Management | Yes |
| Multi-site Management | Yes |
| Management Features | • WiFi Heatmap Simulator• Multi-Site Management• Multi-User Privilege Assignment• Automatic Device Discovery • Batch Configuration• Batch Firmware Upgrading • Intelligent Network Monitoring• Abnormal Event Warnings and Notifications• Unified Configuration• Reboot Schedule• Captive Portal (Facebook WiFi, Voucher, SMS, etc.)• Network Summary Report |
| OTHERS | |
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| System Requirements | • Windows10, 8, 7,Vista, Ubuntu 14.04/16.04/18.04, CentOS 6.x/7.x, Fedora 20 (or above) and Debian 8/9 |
*Actual management scale of the Omada Software Controller depends on the PC/server’s hardware specifications.
**Please go to https://www.tp-link.com/en/omada-cloud-based-controller/product-list/ to confirm which models are compatible with Omada Cloud-Based Controller.