Challenge: Overloaded WLAN Networks and Complex Installations
Do you know the problem when conventional WLAN systems falter with many simultaneous accesses or over longer distances? Data collisions and lack of efficiency slow down your bandwidth and make a stable connection a matter of luck. In addition, setting up outdoor radio links can often be tedious, as precise alignment and powering remote devices pose additional challenges.
The Solution: Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC with airMAX ac TDMA Technology
The Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC is the answer to these challenges. It utilizes the proprietary airMAX ac TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) protocol, which assigns fixed time slots to each client for sending and receiving data. This effectively eliminates data collisions and maximizes the "airtime" efficiency of your network. The result is impressively low latency and a real TCP/IP throughput of over 450 Mbps – enough power for high-resolution video streams, VoIP telephony, and fast internet connections simultaneously.
Deep Dive: Technical Details and Applications
The NanoStation 5AC is more than just an antenna; it is a sophisticated Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) for the 5 GHz band. Its core is a powerful Atheros MIPS 74Kc processor with 560 MHz and 64 MB DDR2 RAM, which effortlessly handles demanding airMAX ac processing. The integrated 16 dBi directional antenna with dual-linear polarization and a precise 45° beamwidth enables stable Point-to-Point (PtP) links over distances of more than 15 km or use as an efficient client in Point-to-MultiPoint (PtMP) networks. You benefit from two Gigabit Ethernet ports, with the second port offering a PoE passthrough function. This means you can connect another PoE-enabled device, such as a surveillance camera (e.g., UniFi Video G3/G4/G5 Bullet) or an additional access point, directly to the NanoStation and power it via the same Ethernet cable. Configuration is intuitive via the proven airOS 8 operating system, which offers comprehensive features such as real-time RF analytics (airView) and advanced QoS settings. A dedicated 2.4 GHz WLAN radio allows for quick and easy setup and precise antenna alignment directly via the UISP Mobile App on your smartphone – without needing a laptop on a ladder. The UV-resistant polycarbonate enclosure and enhanced ESD/EMP protection of ±24kV ensure reliable operation in harsh environments from -40 to 70 °C.
Your Advantage: Maximum Performance, Easy Handling, and Versatile Integration
With the Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC, you not only get a high-performance directional radio solution that exceeds your network requirements in the 5 GHz band, but also a device that impresses with its easy installation and flexible application possibilities. The combination of superior throughput, integrated PoE passthrough function, and mobile configuration makes it the ideal choice for ISPs, system integrators, and anyone looking for a reliable and efficient outdoor networking solution.
Technical Data
| Model: | Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC (NS-5AC) |
| Frequency Range: | 5 GHz (5150 - 5875 MHz) |
| WLAN Standard: | airMAX ac (proprietary TDMA protocol) |
| Max. TCP/IP Throughput: | Over 450 Mbps |
| Antenna Gain: | 16 dBi |
| Antenna Polarization: | Dual Linear |
| Beamwidth: | 45° (H-pol / V-pol / Elevation) |
| Processor: | Atheros MIPS 74Kc, 560 MHz |
| RAM: | 64 MB DDR2 RAM |
| Network Interfaces: | (2) 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Ports |
| PoE Input: | 24V Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return) / 802.3af Alternative A (Pairs 1, 2+; 3, 6 Return) |
| PoE Output (Passthrough): | Software-enabled, 24V Passive PoE |
| Max. Power Consumption: | 8.5 W |
| Power Supply: | 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter (included) |
| Management Radio: | Dedicated 2.4 GHz WLAN for UISP App |
| Enclosure Material: | UV-Resistant Polycarbonate |
| Dimensions (without mount): | 257 x 84 x 30 mm |
| Dimensions (with mount): | 257 x 84 x 41 mm |
| Weight: | 233 g |
| Operating Temperature: | -40 to 70 °C |
| Operating Humidity: | 5 to 95% Non-condensing |
| ESD/EMP Protection: | ±24kV Contact/Air |
| Certifications: | CE, FCC, IC, RoHS |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC (NS-5AC) |
| 1 x Gigabit PoE Adapter (24V, 0.5A) |
| 1 x Power Cord |
| 1 x Wall Mount Bracket |
| 2 x Screws |
| 2 x Screw Anchors |
| 2 x Zip Ties |
Häufig gestellte Fragen (FAQ)
How do I most easily set up and align the NanoStation 5AC?
Setting up and precisely aligning the NanoStation 5AC is particularly easy thanks to the dedicated 2.4 GHz management WLAN and the free Ubiquiti UISP Mobile App (for iOS and Android). You connect your smartphone directly to the antenna's WLAN, see the signal strength in real-time on the display, and can align the antenna with millimeter precision without needing a laptop on site.
Can I power other devices via the NanoStation 5AC?
Yes, the NanoStation 5AC features a second Gigabit Ethernet port with software-enabled PoE passthrough. This means you can connect another PoE-enabled device, such as a UniFi surveillance camera or an additional access point, directly to this port. Power is then conveniently supplied via the same Ethernet cable that also powers the NanoStation itself.
For which application scenarios is the NanoStation 5AC best suited?
The NanoStation 5AC is ideal for a variety of outdoor scenarios. It is excellently suited for establishing stable Point-to-Point (PtP) radio links over distances of more than 15 km, for example, to connect two buildings. It can also be used as a powerful client (CPE) in Point-to-MultiPoint (PtMP) networks to provide broadband internet to end customers. Its robustness and high throughput rate make it the perfect choice for ISPs, businesses, and demanding private users.
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