WAP-AC-EE

The MikroTik wAP ac Enterprise Edition (specifically models like RBwAPG-5HacD2HnD) is a small, dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), weatherproof wireless access point designed for versatile deployment both indoors and outdoors.

Wireless Connectivity 📶

• Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Support: It operates on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands simultaneously.

  • 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n): Up to 300 Mbps, providing wider coverage and compatibility with older devices.

  • 5 GHz (802.11a/n/ac): Up to 867 Mbps (AC1200 or AC1600 depending on the specific model/revision), offering faster speeds for more modern devices and less crowded channels.

• MIMO Technology: Supports 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz and either 2x2 or 3x3 MIMO on 5 GHz (depending on the revision) for improved wireless performance and reliability.

• Concurrent Coverage: Allows you to provide Wi-Fi coverage on both bands at the same time, helping to mitigate interference in crowded environments.

Hardware & Performance ⚙️

• CPU & RAM: Typically features a quad-core ARM CPU (like the IPQ-4018 at 716 MHz) and 128 MB RAM (older revisions might have less), capable of handling significant network loads.

• Specialized Queueing: A unique feature that allows for maximum performance in a multiuser environment

• Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Includes one or two Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections, with at least one supporting PoE-In.

• Flexible Powering: Can be powered via DC jack (10-57V) or 802.3af/at PoE-In (18-57V), making deployment flexible, especially outdoors where power outlets might be scarce.

• Low Power Consumption: Generally has low power consumption, typically around 10W max.

Design & Durability 🌧️

• Weatherproof (IP54 Rated): Its robust casing is designed to withstand dust, rain, and a wide range of temperatures (typically -40°C to 70°C, though some sources state -30°C to 60°C).6This makes it suitable for outdoor installation in gardens, porches, or on poles.7

• Discreet & Secure Mounting: Features an unobtrusive design and can be mounted securely to walls, ceilings, or poles, often with anti-vandal screws and options for discreet cable routing.

Management & Software 💻

• RouterOS: Runs MikroTik's highly versatile and powerful RouterOS (Level 4 license), which offers an extensive range of networking features, including:

  • Routing and Firewall: Comprehensive routing capabilities, including static, dynamic, and policy-based routing, as well as robust firewall rules.

  • VPN Support: Can function as a VPN client or server (e.g., OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP, IPsec with hardware acceleration).

  • QoS (Quality of Service): Allows for traffic prioritization to ensure optimal performance for specific applications (like streaming or VoIP).

  • VLANs: Support for Virtual LANs to segment your network for security or organization.

  • DHCP Server: For automatic IP address assignment.

  • CAPsMAN (Controlled Access Point System Manager): A free, built-in tool for centralized management of multiple MikroTik access points, simplifying large-scale Wi-Fi deployments without requiring a separate controller device.

  • Scripting: Advanced users can automate various tasks and create complex network behaviors using RouterOS scripting.

• Versatile Functionality: While primarily an access point, its RouterOS capabilities mean it can also function as a basic router, firewall, or even a VPN client/server for smaller networks.

The MikroTik wAP ac Enterprise Edition is a highly configurable and durable Wi-Fi 5 access point that is particularly well-suited for extending wireless coverage in challenging outdoor or semi-outdoor environments, while offering advanced networking features through RouterOS.