Specifications

General

• Model: RBcAPGi‑5acD2nD (cAP ac)

• Device Type: Dual‑band indoor ceiling/wall mount Wi‑Fi access point

• Operating System: RouterOS (Level 4 license)

• CPU: Qualcomm/IPQ‑4018, 4 cores (~716 MHz nominal)

• RAM: 128 MB

• Storage: 16 MB FLASH

• Dimensions:
  • Round: Ø 136 mm × 30 mm
  • Square: 145 mm × 145 mm × 30 mm

• Operating Temperature: –40 °C to 50 °C

• MTBF: ~100 000 hours at 25 °C

Wireless

• Dual‑band concurrent operation: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz

• Wireless Standards:
  • 2.4 GHz: 802.11b/g/n
  • 5 GHz: 802.11a/n/ac

• Max Data Rates:
  • 2.4 GHz: up to 300 Mbps
  • 5 GHz: up to 867 Mbps
  ⇒ AC1200 class performance

• MIMO: 2×2 on both bands

• Antenna Gain:
  • 2.4 GHz: ~2 dBi
  • 5 GHz: ~2.5 dBi (omnidirectional)

• Wireless Modes: AP, station, bridge, repeater, WDS (RouterOS)

Ethernet & Interfaces

• Ethernet Ports: 2 × Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mbps)
  • Port 1: PoE‑in (802.3af/at or passive)
  • Port 2: Passive PoE‑out (can power another device)

Power

• PoE Input: 802.3af/at or passive PoE (17 V–57 V)

• PoE Output: Passive PoE up to ~57 V on Ether2

• Max Power Consumption: ~13 W (without attachments)

• Cooling: Passive (no fan)

Key Features

Software & Management

• RouterOS with Level 4 license: Full access point capabilities and advanced networking features.

• CAPsMAN compatible: Allows centralized management of multiple access points.

• Advanced routing & security features: VLANs, firewall, VPN support through RouterOS.

Design & Installation

• Ceiling or wall‑mountable: Discreet, low‑profile design ideal for offices, hotels, and public spaces.

• Passive cooling: No fan (quiet, low‑maintenance).

• Compact form factor: Round profile for easy installation.

Hardware

• Quad‑core CPU (IPQ‑4018): Good performance for handling multiple connections.

• 128 MB RAM + 16 MB flash: Standard memory for RouterOS operations.

• IPsec hardware acceleration: Better VPN performance.

Physical & Mounting

• Mounting: Ceiling or wall mount (kits included)

• Form Factor: Low‑profile, discrete design

Application Use Case

Indoor Wi‑Fi Coverage

• Office networks — reliable wireless connectivity for employees’ devices.

• Hotels & guest houses — ceiling‑mounted APs for room and lobby coverage.

• Retail stores & shopping areas — seamless Wi‑Fi for customers.

• Schools & universities — campus building wireless access.

• Conference rooms & meeting spaces — support for many simultaneous clients.

Enterprise & Managed Deployments

• Multi‑AP networks — large installations using CAPsMAN for centralized management.

• PoE infrastructure — powering APs through Ethernet simplifies wiring.

• Network segmentation — separate SSIDs/VLANs for staff, guests, IoT devices.

• High‑density environments — support for many users in common areas.

Residential & Small Business

• Whole‑home Wi‑Fi — ceiling installation for better coverage than wall APs.

• Small offices — compact solution with advanced features (VLAN, security).

• Home automation networks — connecting smart devices reliably.

Advanced Networking

• Bridging & wireless backhaul — connect areas without fiber/cabling.

• WISP / CPE usage — as a customer premise AP/bridge in wireless ISP setups.

• Wireless hotspots — public or paid Wi‑Fi solutions with RouterOS control.

Security & Management

• Guest Wi‑Fi portals — captive portal / voucher user access.

• Secure enterprise Wi‑Fi — WPA2/WPA3, VLAN tagging, access control rules.

• VPN terminations — integrates VPN features via RouterOS.

Specialized Uses

• Event Wi‑Fi — short‑term deployments for conferences, exhibitions, festivals.

• IP camera networks — can power and backhaul PoE cameras via second port.

• Mesh or extender setups — integrated into larger wireless topologies.