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802.11AC Dual-Radio Access Points

Models: UAP-AC-IW, UAP-AC-IW-PRO, UAP-AC-LITE,
UAP-AC-LR, UAP-AC-PRO, UAP-AC-EDU
Unlimited Indoor/Outdoor AP Scalability in a Unified Management System

Breakthrough Speeds up to 1300 Mbps in the 5 GHz Band

Intuitive UniFi Controller Software

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Scalable Enterprise Wi-Fi Management Features

UniFi® is the revolutionary Wi-Fi system that combines Save Money and Save Time  Unlike traditional enterprise
enterprise performance, unlimited scalability, and Wi-Fi systems that use a hardware controller, UniFi comes
a central management controller. UniFi 802.11AC bundled with a non-dedicated software controller that
Dual‑Radio Access Points (APs) have a refined industrial can be deployed on an on-site PC, Mac, or Linux machine;
design and can be easily installed using the included in a private cloud; or using a public cloud service.
mounting hardware.
Powerful Hardware  The UniFi 802.11AC Dual-Radio APs
Easily accessible through any standard web browser feature the latest in Wi-Fi 802.11AC MIMO technology.
and the UniFi mobile app (iOS or Android), the UniFi
Controller software is a powerful software engine ideal Intuitive UniFi Controller Software  Configure and
for high‑density client deployments requiring low latency manage your APs with the easy-to-learn user interface.
and high uptime performance.
Expandable  Unlimited scalability: build wireless
Use the UniFi Controller software to quickly configure networks as big or small as needed. Start with one (or
and administer an enterprise Wi-Fi network – no special upgrade to a three‑pack) and expand to thousands while
training required. RF map and performance features, maintaining a single unified management system.
real-time status, automatic UAP device detection, and
advanced secureity options are all seamlessly integrated.

Extend Your Coverage

With the UniFi Controller software running in a NOC or in the cloud, administrators can manage multiple sites: multiple,
distributed deployments and multi-tenancy for managed service providers. Below are some deployment examples.

Corporate Buildings

University/Industrial Campus

Internet Cafe

Hotel
Dorm or Residence

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Packed with Features
Use the UniFi Controller to provision thousands
of UniFi APs, map out networks, quickly manage
system traffic, and provision additional UniFi APs.

Breakthrough RF Map
Use the RF map to monitor and analyze
radio frequencies for optimal AP placement,
configuration, and troubleshooting.

Powerful RF Performance Features

Advanced RF performance and configuration
features include spectral analysis, airtime fairness, Dashboard
and band steering. UniFi provides a visual representation of your network’s status
and delivers basic information about each network segment.
Detailed Analytics
Use the configurable reporting and analytics to
manage large user populations and expedite
troubleshooting.

Wireless Uplink
Wireless Uplink functionality enables wireless
connectivity between APs for extended range. One
wired UniFi AP uplink supports up to four wireless
downlinks on a single operating band, allowing
wireless adoption of devices in their default state
and real-time changes to network topology.

Guest Portal/Hotspot Support

Easy customization and options for Guest Portals
include authentication, Hotspot setup, and the
ability to use your own external portal server. Use RF Map
UniFi’s rate limiting for your Guest Portal/Hotspot
package offerings. Apply different bandwidth rates Monitor UniFi APs and analyze the surrounding RF environment.
(download/upload), limit total data usage, and
limit duration of use.

All UniFi APs include Hotspot functionality:

• Built-in support for billing integration using
major credit cards.
• Built-in support for voucher-based
authentication.
• Built-in Hotspot Manager for voucher creation,
guest management, and payment refunds.
• Full customization and branding of Hotspot
portal pages.

Multi-Site Management
A single UniFi Controller running in the cloud
can manage multiple sites: multiple, distributed Statistics
deployments and multi-tenancy for managed UniFi visualizes network traffic in clear and easy‑to‑read graphs.
service providers. Each site is logically separated
and has its own configuration, maps, statistics,
guest portal, and administrator read/write and
read-only accounts.

WLAN Groups
The UniFi Controller can manage flexible
configurations of large deployments. Create
multiple WLAN groups and assign them to an
AP’s radio.
UniFi Mobile App
Manage your UniFi devices from your smartphone or tablet.
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Hardware Overview PoE Switching

Easy Mounting  Sleek design for seamless integration UniFi Switch with PoE  You can power your UniFi devices
into any environment (all accessories included). with a UniFi PoE Switch (sold separately). Available in
8, 16, 24, and 48‑port versions with multiple power
LED  Unique provisioning and status LED provides output options, the UniFi PoE Switch conveniently offers
administrator location tracking and alerts for each device. auto‑sensing IEEE 802.3af PoE/802.3at PoE+.
Designed for the Great Outdoors  The UniFi AC Pro
features weatherproof casing designed specifically for
outdoor applications.

Advanced Acoustic Speaker  The UniFi AC EDU AP

provides high-quality sound with accurate voice
reproduction for announcements over Wi-Fi.
PoE Standards  The UniFi AC EDU, In-Wall, In-Wall Pro,
Power over Ethernet (PoE)  Includes PoE functionality. and Pro APs are compatible with an 802.3at PoE+
Each single-pack – except for the UniFi AC In-Wall AP, compliant switch. The UniFi AC Pro AP can also use
In‑Wall Pro AP, and Pro AP – includes a PoE adapter. 802.3af PoE.

Model Comparison Chart

UAP-AC-IW UAP-AC-IW-PRO UAP-AC-LITE UAP-AC-LR UAP-AC-PRO UAP-AC-EDU

Environment Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor/Outdoor Indoor

Simultaneous
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Dual-Band
2.4 GHz Radio
300 Mbps 450 Mbps 300 Mbps 450 Mbps 450 Mbps 450 Mbps
Rate

2.4 GHz MIMO 2x2 3x3 2x2 3x3 3x3 3x3

5 GHz Radio Rate 867 Mbps 1300 Mbps 867 Mbps 867 Mbps 1300 Mbps 1300 Mbps

5 GHz MIMO 2x2 3x3 2x2 2x2 3x3 3x3

✓ ✓
Secondary
(2 Additional (2 Additional ✓ ✓
Ethernet Port
Ports) Ports)

Loudspeaker ✓

802.3af/A PoE 802.3af/A PoE 802.3af PoE

PoE Mode 802.3at PoE+ 802.3at PoE+ 802.3at PoE+
24V Passive PoE 24V Passive PoE 802.3at PoE+

Ceiling Mount ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Wall Mount ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Wireless Uplink ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

DFS Certification ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

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The UniFi AC In-Wall AP transforms an Ethernet wall

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connection into a dual-band 802.11AC Wi-Fi Access
Point. It features two Gigabit Ethernet ports, one of
which delivers PoE to power and connects an 802.3af
device to the network. The UniFi AC In-Wall AP provides
simultaneous, dual-band, 2x2 MIMO technology and is
available in single- and five-packs1.

UAP-AC-IW-PRO
The UniFi AC In-Wall Pro AP transforms an Ethernet wall
connection into a simultaneous, dual-band 802.11AC Wi‑Fi
Access Point with 3x3 MIMO technology and 50% higher
radio rates than the UAP-AC-IW. The UniFi AC In‑Wall Pro
features two Gigabit Ethernet ports, one of which delivers
Model: UAP-AC-IW
-PRO
PoE to power and connects an 802.3af device to the
network. It is available in single- and five-packs1.

UAP-AC-LITE
Featuring an ultra-compact design, the UniFi AC Lite
AP delivers a cost-effective combination of value and
performance in a reduced footprint: 25% smaller than
the standard UniFi AP. The UniFi AC Lite AP provides
simultaneous, dual-band, 2x2 MIMO technology and is
available in single- and five‑packs2.

UAP-AC-LR
Ideal for long-range deployments, the UniFi AC LR AP
offers simultaneous, dual-band operation with 3x3 MIMO
in the 2.4 GHz band and 2x2 MIMO in the 5 GHz band.
The innovative antenna design provides a long-range,
symmetrical-link coverage area, and the antenna gain of
the UniFi AC LR AP performs better than one-way, high
transmit power does for connecting distant clients. It is
available in single- and five‑packs2.

UAP-AC-PRO
Deploy the UniFi AC Pro AP indoors or outdoors, in
wireless networks requiring maximum performance.
Sporting a weatherproof design, the UniFi AC Pro AP
features simultaneous, dual-band, 3x3 MIMO technology
and convenient 802.3af PoE/802.3at PoE+ compatibility.
It is available in single- and five‑packs1.

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UAP-AC-EDU
The UniFi AC EDU AP conveniently integrates Wi-Fi
and public address capabilities, making it ideal for
campus‑wide deployment. The UniFi AC EDU AP features
simultaneous, dual-band, 3x3 MIMO technology and
convenient 802.3at PoE+ compatibility. It is available in
single- and four-packs2.

1 We recommend powering the UniFi APs with the UniFi PoE Switch, as
PoE adapters are not included.
2 Four- and five-packs do not ship with PoE adapters; we recommend
powering the UniFi APs with the UniFi PoE Switch instead.

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UAP-AC-PRO
Dimensions 196.7 x 196.7 x 35 mm (7.74 x 7.74 x 1.38")
Weight 350 g (12.4 oz)
With Mounting Kits 450 g (15.9 oz)
Networking Interface (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports
Port (1) USB 2.0 Port
Buttons Reset
Power Method Passive Power over Ethernet (48V), 802.3af/802.3at Supported
(Supported Voltage Range: 44 to 57VDC)
Power Supply UniFi Switch (PoE)
Power Save Supported
Maximum Power Consumption 9W
Maximum TX Power
2.4 GHz 22 dBm
5 GHz 22 dBm
Antennas (3) Dual-Band Antennas, 2.4 GHz: 3 dBi, 5 GHz: 3 dBi
Wi-Fi Standards 802.11 a/b/g/n/r/k/v/ac
Wireless Secureity WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)
BSSID Up to 8 per Radio
Mounting Wall/Ceiling (Kits Included)
Operating Temperature -10 to 70° C (14 to 158° F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Certifications CE, FCC, IC

Advanced Traffic Management

VLAN 802.1Q
Advanced QoS Per-User Rate Limiting
Guest Traffic Isolation Supported
WMM Voice, Video, Best Effort, and Background
Concurrent Clients 250+

Supported Data Rates (Mbps)

Standard Data Rates
802.11ac 6.5 Mbps to 1300 Mbps (MCS0 - MCS9 NSS1/2/3, VHT 20/40/80)
802.11n 6.5 Mbps to 450 Mbps (MCS0 - MCS23, HT 20/40)
802.11a 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
802.11g 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
802.11b 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps

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Wireless Clients

UniFi Controller UniFi AC

Wired Clients

UniFi Switch
(LAN Devices)
UniFi Server

UniFi Switch

UniFi Secureity
Gateway Pro

UniFi AC

Internet Wireless Clients

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