HA7304 4-Port EPON OLT Standalone Fibre Router in Kenya

The HIOSO HA7304 4-Port EPON OLT is a compact standalone Optical Line Terminal designed for FTTH, FTTB, FTTO, ISP, estate, campus and broadband fibre networks. It provides four SFP-based EPON interfaces and is designed to work with HIOSO HA7200-series ONUs as well as compatible EPON subscriber equipment through a passive Optical Distribution Network (ODN). HIOSO specifies support for up to 256 ONUs across the four PON interfaces. 

Each PON port supports a maximum 1:64 optical split ratio. HIOSO specifies reach of up to 20 km when using a 1:32 split, while the maximum 1:64 configuration is specified for up to approximately 10 km. The OLT uses 1310 nm for upstream reception and 1490 nm for downstream transmission.

The HA7304 also provides two 1000M SFP uplinks and two 1000M RJ45 uplinks, together with WEB, SNMP and CLI management. It supports IEEE 802.3ah EPON, Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation, AES-128 encryption, ONU auto-discovery and remote ONU management.

Key Specifications

HIOSO's current product information confirms the four PON interfaces, 256-ONU capacity, two Gigabit SFP uplinks, two Gigabit RJ45 uplinks and WEB/SNMP/CLI management. 

What Is the HIOSO HA7304?

The HA7304 is the central active device on the ISP side of an EPON fibre network. It connects the ISP's core or upstream network to multiple subscriber ONUs through passive fibre splitters.

HIOSO positions the HA7304 for fibre access in towns and villages as well as FTTH, FTTB and FTTO networks carrying Internet data, IP telephony and IPTV. 

Four EPON PON Ports

The HA7304 provides four SFP-based EPON interfaces. 

The four-port design allows an ISP to divide the network geographically rather than placing all subscribers on a single fibre distribution branch.

HA7304 Subscriber Capacity

The number of subscriber positions depends on the selected split ratio.

HIOSO officially specifies a maximum 1:64 split ratio and 256 ONUs across four PON interfaces. 

1:32 vs 1:64 Split Ratio

The choice of splitter ratio affects subscriber density, optical loss and network reach.

HIOSO specifically states 20 km reach under a 1:32 split and approximately 10 km under the maximum 1:64 split. 

EPON Bandwidth

EPON uses symmetrical line rates of approximately 1.25 Gbps upstream and downstream.

HIOSO describes the HA7304 as supporting symmetrical EPON bandwidth and full-speed Layer 2/Layer 3 forwarding. 

The available PON capacity is shared among all ONUs connected to that PON interface.

Operating Wavelengths

HIOSO specifies 1310 nm RX and 1490 nm TX for the HA7304. 

Optical Performance

These values are listed in HIOSO's current technical specification for the HA7304. 

Actual network reach will depend on the complete optical power budget.

Four Gigabit Uplink Interfaces

One of the key features of the HA7304 is its combination of fibre and copper Gigabit uplinks.

HIOSO specifies two 1000M SFP and two 1000M RJ45 uplink ports. 

These interfaces can connect the OLT to a MikroTik router, aggregation switch or other ISP core equipment.

HA7304 with MikroTik

A common ISP architecture is:

Internet → MikroTik Router → HA7304 OLT → PLC Splitter → ONU → Customer

The MikroTik can handle:

• PPPoE authentication

• Hotspot authentication

• IP addressing

• NAT

• Routing

• Firewalling

• Bandwidth queues

• Subscriber packages

• RADIUS

• ISP billing-system integration

The HA7304 then handles the EPON optical access layer between the ISP network and customer ONUs.

Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation

The HA7304 supports Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation (DBA) with fine adjustment granularity. 

DBA dynamically distributes upstream PON capacity between connected ONUs according to network demand.

ONU Auto Discovery and Registration

The HA7304 supports automatic ONU discovery and registration. 

This helps simplify FTTH subscriber provisioning because newly connected compatible ONUs can be identified from the OLT.

The platform also provides OAM capabilities for:

• ONU management

• Maintenance

• Diagnostics

• Remote upgrades

• Fault troubleshooting

HIOSO specifically highlights remote terminal diagnosis and fault location among the HA7304's management capabilities. 

AES-128 Encryption

The HA7304 supports AES-128 encryption for logical EPON links. 

This helps protect subscriber traffic travelling through the shared passive optical infrastructure.

VLAN Support

The HA7304 supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN functionality, allowing an ISP to logically separate services and customer groups. 

Typical VLAN applications include:

QoS

The HA7304 supports IEEE 802.1p QoS functionality. 

QoS can help prioritize important traffic such as:

• VoIP

• IPTV

• Business traffic

• CCTV

• Network management

WEB Management

The HA7304 supports WEB-based management, providing a graphical way to configure and monitor the OLT. 

This is particularly useful for smaller ISPs that may prefer a graphical interface for routine administration.

SNMP Management

SNMP management is also supported, allowing the HA7304 to integrate with network-monitoring platforms. 

SNMP can be useful for:

• Network monitoring

• Device status

• Fault alerts

• Performance monitoring

• Centralized management

CLI Management

The HA7304 also supports CLI management, providing administrators with direct command-line access for configuration and troubleshooting. 

1U Rack-Compatible Design

Although described as a small standalone or pizza-box OLT, HIOSO also specifies the HA7304 as being suitable for 1U rack installation.

This makes it appropriate for:

• ISP server rooms

• POP sites

• Network cabinets

• Data rooms

• Estate network rooms

• Campus communication rooms

An internal fan provides active cooling for improved heat dissipation and operating reliability. 

HA7304 vs HA7304VX

It is important not to confuse the original HA7304 with newer HA7304VX-series models.

HIOSO's newer HA7304VX provides two 10G SFP uplinks and four Gigabit RJ45 uplinks, whereas the original HA7304 uses two Gigabit SFP plus two Gigabit RJ45 uplinks. 

HA7304 EPON vs HA7304GF GPON

The HA7304 is an EPON OLT, so it should not be confused with the similarly named GPON HA7304GF.

HA7304 vs 2-Port EPON OLT

HA7304 vs 8-Port EPON OLT

EPON vs GPON

HIOSO confirms that the HA7304 supports the IEEE 802.3ah EPON standard. 

Watch HIOSO HA7304 4-Port EPON OLT

HIOSO HA7304 4PON EPON OLT Product Display

The HIOSO HA7304 provides a practical entry point for ISPs that need more capacity than a one- or two-port OLT but do not yet require an eight- or sixteen-port platform. Its four PON interfaces can theoretically accommodate up to 256 ONUs while allowing the fibre network to be separated into four independent distribution branches.

The combination of two Gigabit SFP and two Gigabit RJ45 uplinks also gives operators flexibility when connecting the OLT to MikroTik routers, aggregation switches and upstream ISP equipment. WEB, SNMP and CLI management provide several administration options, while DBA, ONU auto-discovery and OAM simplify subscriber provisioning and ongoing maintenance. 

For a complete deployment, Fiber Optics Kenya can supply the HA7304 together with EPON/XPON ONUs, EPON PON modules, PLC splitters, ODFs, FAT boxes, fibre closures, ADSS fibre cable, FTTH drop cable, patch cords, pigtails, fusion-splicing equipment and fibre testing tools.

Applications of HA7304 4-Port EPON OLT

Small and Growing ISPs

Four PON interfaces provide enough capacity to start or expand a neighbourhood fibre network.

FTTH Networks

The HA7304 can serve residential fibre subscribers through passive PLC splitter networks.

Residential Estates

Each PON interface can be allocated to a separate estate zone.

Apartment Buildings

The four PON ports can serve different apartment blocks or distribution areas.

FTTB Networks

Suitable for delivering fibre to residential and commercial buildings.

FTTO Networks

Can provide optical connectivity to offices and enterprise customers.

Rural Fibre Networks

HIOSO specifically positions the HA7304 for fibre access in towns and villages. 

CCTV Networks

The OLT can form part of a passive optical network carrying IP surveillance traffic.

IPTV Networks

HIOSO lists IPTV among the IP services supported by HA7304-based networks.

IP Telephony

The EPON infrastructure can transport IP voice services alongside Internet and video traffic.

Example Four-Port Network Design

Typical HA7304 FTTH Architecture

Installation Considerations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HIOSO HA7304?

The HIOSO HA7304 is a standalone four-port EPON Optical Line Terminal designed for passive fibre access networks. 

Is the HA7304 an EPON or GPON OLT?

It is an EPON OLT supporting IEEE 802.3ah. 

How many PON ports does the HA7304 have?

It provides 4 SFP EPON PON ports. 

What is the maximum split ratio?

The maximum specified split ratio is 1:64 per PON. 

How many ONUs can HA7304 support?

HIOSO specifies a maximum of 256 ONUs across the four PON ports. 

How many ONUs can connect to each PON?

At the maximum 1:64 split, each PON can theoretically serve 64 ONUs.

How many subscribers can it serve at 1:32?

Four PON ports at 1:32 provide 128 theoretical ONU positions.

How far can the HA7304 transmit?

HIOSO specifies up to 20 km under a 1:32 split ratio. 

How far can it reach at 1:64?

HIOSO's HA7304 documentation specifies approximately 10 km at the maximum 1:64 split. 

What wavelengths does HA7304 use?

It uses 1490 nm downstream and 1310 nm upstream. 

What is the transmit optical power?

Approximately +2.5 to +7 dBm according to HIOSO's current specification.

What is the receiver sensitivity?

Approximately -30 dBm. 

How many uplink ports does HA7304 have?

It provides two 1000M SFP uplinks and two 1000M RJ45 uplinks.

Does HA7304 have 10G uplinks?

The standard HA7304 uses Gigabit uplinks. Newer variants such as the HA7304VX provide 10G SFP uplinks. 

Does HA7304 support DBA?

Yes. Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation is supported. 

Does it support ONU auto-discovery?

Yes. Automatic ONU discovery and registration are supported. 

Does it support AES encryption?

Yes. HIOSO specifies AES-128 encryption for logical EPON links. 

Does it support OAM?

Yes. EPON OAM functions provide remote ONU management, maintenance and upgrades. 

Does it support VLANs?

Yes. IEEE 802.1Q VLAN functionality is supported.

Does it support QoS?

Yes. IEEE 802.1p QoS is supported. 

Does it support WEB management?

Yes. 

Does it support SNMP?

Yes. 

Does it support CLI?

Yes. 

Does it support Telnet?

Yes. HIOSO lists remote Telnet management among the platform's management capabilities. 

What is the MAC address capacity?

The standard HA7304 specification lists an 8K MAC address table. 

Can HA7304 work with other-brand ONUs?

HIOSO documentation indicates compatibility with other EPON ONUs supporting the appropriate CTC standards. 

Can XPON ONUs work with HA7304?

Compatible XPON ONUs may work when operating in EPON mode and supporting the required standards. Interoperability should be tested before a bulk deployment.

Can GPON-only ONTs work with HA7304?

No. A GPON-only ONT cannot connect directly to an EPON OLT.

Can HA7304 work with MikroTik?

Yes. MikroTik can be used upstream for PPPoE, routing, firewalling, authentication, queues and subscriber bandwidth management.

Is HA7304 suitable for FTTH?

Yes. HIOSO specifically lists FTTH among its applications. 

Is it suitable for FTTB?

Yes. 

Is it suitable for FTTO?

Yes. 

Can it carry IPTV?

Yes. HIOSO specifically lists IPTV service access as an application. 

Can it carry IP phone services?

Yes. 

Can it be used for CCTV networks?

Yes. HIOSO lists surveillance networks among its applications. 

Is the HA7304 rack mountable?

Yes. HIOSO describes the unit as suitable for 1U rack installation. 

Is HA7304 suitable for a small ISP?

Yes. Four PON interfaces and up to 256 ONU positions make it suitable for small and growing fibre ISPs.

Do you supply EPON ONUs?

Yes. Fiber Optics Kenya can supply compatible EPON and XPON ONUs.

Do you supply EPON SFP modules?

Yes. Compatible EPON PON modules can be supplied.

Do you supply PLC splitters?

Yes. 1x2, 1x4, 1x8, 1x16, 1x32 and 1x64 PLC splitters can be supplied.

Do you supply ODFs?

Yes. Rack-mounted and wall-mounted ODFs can be supplied.

Do you supply FAT boxes?

Yes. Empty and loaded FTTH FAT boxes can be supplied.

Do you supply fibre closures?

Yes. Multiple fibre closure capacities can be supplied.

Do you supply fibre optic cable?

Yes. ADSS, outdoor, armoured, indoor and FTTH drop fibre cables can be supplied.

Do you supply fibre patch cords and pigtails?

Yes. SC/UPC, SC/APC, LC/UPC, LC/APC and other configurations can be supplied.

Do you supply fusion-splicing equipment?

Yes. Fusion splicers, cleavers, fibre strippers and related tools can be supplied.

Do you supply fibre testing equipment?

Yes. Optical power meters, PON meters, VFLs and OTDRs can be supplied.

Can you configure the HA7304?

Yes. Professional EPON OLT configuration, ONU provisioning, VLAN setup, uplink configuration and FTTH network commissioning support is available.

Do you deliver outside Nairobi?

Yes. Fiber Optics Kenya supplies fibre optic products and equipment throughout Kenya.

Contact Fiber Optics Kenya

Fiber Optics Kenya
Lyric House
7th Floor Room S9
Kimathi Street
Nairobi

Phone: +254 704 991 492
Email: info@fibreopticskenya.co.ke

The HIOSO HA7304 4-Port EPON OLT Standalone Fibre Router is a practical solution for small and growing FTTH operators that require more capacity than a one- or two-port OLT. It combines four EPON PON ports, up to 1:64 splitting, 256 theoretical ONU positions, 20 km reach under a 1:32 split, two Gigabit SFP uplinks, two Gigabit RJ45 uplinks, DBA, AES-128 encryption, ONU auto-discovery and WEB/SNMP/CLI management. 

Its compact standalone design makes it particularly suitable for ISPs, residential estates, apartment networks, towns, rural fibre projects, CCTV networks, FTTH, FTTB and FTTO deployments where a full-size high-density OLT is unnecessary.

Contact Fiber Optics Kenya for HIOSO HA7304 4-Port EPON OLTs, EPON PON modules, EPON/XPON ONUs, PLC splitters, ODFs, FAT boxes, fibre closures, fibre optic cables, professional OLT configuration, installation support, testing equipment, bulk orders and nationwide delivery across Kenya.