The Ubiquiti NanoStation AC (model NS-5AC) is a high-performance, outdoor wireless CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) designed for point-to-point (PtP) and point-to-multipoint (PtMP) links. It operates on the 5 GHz frequency band and supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi standards. This device is part of Ubiquiti’s airMAX AC series, known for long-range, high-throughput connectivity in rural or urban deployments. Specifications are based on official Ubiquiti documentation (available on their website as of 2023; confirm for latest updates).
Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC (5.8GHz) Wireless Bridge & WiFi AP
The Ubiquiti NanoStation AC (model NS-5AC) is a high-performance, outdoor wireless CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) designed for point-to-point (PtP) and point-to-multipoint (PtMP) links. It operates on the 5 GHz frequency band and supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi standards. This device is part of Ubiquiti’s airMAX AC series, known for long-range, high-throughput connectivity in rural or urban deployments. Specifications are based on official Ubiquiti documentation (available on their website as of 2023; confirm for latest updates).
Model NanoStation AC
Frequency Band: 5 GHz (5150–5875 MHz, varies by region)
Standards: 802.11ac Wave 1, airMAX AC protocol
MIMO Configuration: 2×2 MIMO
Antenna Gain: 16 dBi integrated directional antenna
Beamwidth: 45° azimuth, 45° elevation
Max Data Rate: 450 Mbps (PHY rate)
Transmit Power: Up to 25 dBm
10,800 EGP
Hardware Specifications
Processor: Atheros MIPS 74Kc, 720 MHz
Memory: 128 MB DDR2 SDRAM, 16 MB NAND Flash
Interfaces:
1x Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Mbps) with PoE support
1x Reset button
Power Supply:
Passive PoE (24V, 0.5A) via Ethernet port
Power consumption: 8.5W max
Dimensions: 163 x 31 x 80 mm (6.42 x 1.22 x 3.15 inches)
Weight: 0.25 kg (0.55 lbs)
Enclosure: Outdoor-rated plastic with UV protection; IPX5 weatherproofing
Mounting: Pole-mountable with included hardware; adjustable tilt
Wireless Specifications
Frequency Band: 5 GHz (5150–5875 MHz, varies by region)
Standards: 802.11ac Wave 1, airMAX AC protocol
MIMO Configuration: 2×2 MIMO
Antenna Gain: 16 dBi integrated directional antenna
Beamwidth: 45° azimuth, 45° elevation
Max Data Rate: 450 Mbps (PHY rate)
Transmit Power: Up to 25 dBm (adjustable)
Receive Sensitivity: -96 dBm at MCS0, -65 dBm at MCS15
Security: WPA2-AES encryption, airMAX proprietary security
Range: Up to 15+ km in line-of-sight conditions (depends on environment and configuration)
Software and Management
Operating System: airOS 8 (Linux-based firmware)
Management: Web-based UI, SNMP, SSH; supports Ubiquiti’s UNMS (Ubiquiti Network Management System) for centralized control
Features:
airMAX TDMA protocol for low-latency, high-efficiency multiplexing
Automatic Channel Selection (ACS)
Quality of Service (QoS) with traffic shaping
Firmware upgrades via web interface
Compatibility: Works with other airMAX AC devices for mesh networks












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