Ubiquiti UniFi UAP-AC-SHD – dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 4x4 MU-MIMO accesspoint

With a combined data rate of up to 2.5 Gbps across dual bands, the Ubiquiti UniFi UAP-AC-SHD is a high-performance 802.11ac Wave 2 access point built for demanding enterprise and campus environments. It leverages 4x4 MU-MIMO technology to serve multiple clients simultaneously, delivering responsive connectivity for high-density deployments.

Overview

The UAP-AC-SHD operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, providing maximum throughput of 800 Mbps and 1733 Mbps respectively. Equipped with four dual-band antennas, it ensures robust coverage and reliable signal quality. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports offer flexible wired connectivity and support link aggregation for increased bandwidth. The access point is powered via 802.3at PoE+, simplifying installation by eliminating the need for a separate power adapter.

What stands out

• 4x4 MU-MIMO on both bands for efficient multi-device performance
• Combined throughput up to 2.5 Gbps for bandwidth-intensive applications
• Dual-band operation with a choice of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks
• Comprehensive security including WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA-Enterprise
• PoE+ powered with dual Gigabit Ethernet for flexible networking
• Seamless management through the UniFi Network Application

Technical details

• Wi-Fi standard: 802.11ac Wave 2
• Frequency bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• MIMO configuration: 4x4 MU-MIMO on both bands
• Max throughput: 800 Mbps (2.4 GHz) / 1733 Mbps (5 GHz)
• Antennas: (4) dual-band, 3 dBi each
• Networking interfaces: (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
• PoE standard: 802.3at PoE+
• Max power consumption: 17W
• Security: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)
• Management: UniFi Network Application
• Concurrent clients: 500+
• VLAN support: 802.1Q
• Guest traffic isolation: Supported
• Mounting: Wall/Ceiling (kit included)
• Operating temperature: -10 to 70° C (14 to 158° F)

Our verdict

The UAP-AC-SHD excels in high-density scenarios, combining Wave 2 efficiency with robust security and flexible management. Its dual Gigabit ports and PoE+ support make it a versatile choice for modern networks.