MikroTik RB952Ui-5ac2nD (hAP ac lite)

The MikroTik RB952Ui-5ac2nD (hAP ac lite), commonly referred to as hAP ac lite, is a compact dual-band wireless router and access point that provides both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi simultaneously. Designed for home and small office environments, it combines wireless networking, routing, switching, and basic power delivery through passive PoE. It's powered by RouterOS with a Level 4 license, offering rich network control and flexibility in a cost-effective form.

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Core Specifications

• Product Code: RB952Ui-5ac2nD
• Product Name: hAP ac lite
• Architecture: MIPSBE
• CPU Model: Qualcomm Atheros QCA9531
• CPU Frequency: 650 MHz
• CPU Cores: Single core
• RAM: 64 MB
• Storage Type: Flash
• Storage Size: 16 MB
• Operating System: RouterOS (v6 or v7 compatible)
• License Level: Level 4
• MTBF: 100,000 hours at 25°C

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Wireless Specifications

• Wi-Fi Standards:
  • 2.4 GHz: 802.11b/g/n
  • 5 GHz: 802.11a/n/ac
• Dual-Band Operation: Yes (simultaneous)
• 2.4 GHz Radio:
  • Max Data Rate: 300 Mbps
  • Chains: 2 (2x2 MIMO)
  • Antenna Gain: 1.5 dBi (integrated)
• 5 GHz Radio:
  • Max Data Rate: 433 Mbps
  • Chains: 1 (1x1 SISO)
  • Antenna Gain: 2 dBi (integrated)
• Wireless Mode Support: AP, station, WDS, bridge
• Security: WPA/WPA2, MAC filtering, VLAN tagging, Access Control Lists

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Ethernet & Ports

• Ethernet Ports: 5 × 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet
  • Port 1 supports Passive PoE input
  • Port 5 supports Passive PoE output (max 500 mA)
• USB Port: 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A
  • Supports 3G/4G modems, USB storage, USB-powered accessories
• Reset Button: Yes
• LED Indicators: Power, activity

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Powering

• Input Voltage Range: 10 – 28 V DC
• Power Input Options: DC jack or Passive PoE (on port 1)
• Power Output (PoE-out): Passive PoE on port 5, max 500 mA at input voltage
• Max Power Consumption:
  • Without PoE-out: 8 W
  • With PoE-out: up to 20 W
• Included Power Supply: 24 V, 1.2 A DC adapter

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Physical & Environmental

• Dimensions: 113 × 89 × 28 mm
• Weight: ~200 g
• Enclosure: Indoor plastic case (IP20)
• Cooling: Passive (fanless)
• Operating Temperature: -30°C to +70°C
• Mounting: Desktop or wall-mountable

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Software Features (RouterOS Level 4)

• Routing: Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP
• Firewall: Stateful packet inspection, NAT
• Bridging: VLAN support, hardware offloading
• VPN: PPTP, L2TP, SSTP, IPsec, OpenVPN
• Wireless Management: CAPsMAN compatible
• QoS: Simple queues, PCQ, HTB
• Monitoring Tools: Ping, Traceroute, Torch, Netwatch, SNMP
• Management Interfaces: Winbox, WebFig, CLI, SSH, API

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Use Case Scenarios

• Small or home office dual-band router
• Wireless AP with basic routing and firewall
• Power remote devices via PoE-out port
• Entry-level CAPsMAN-controlled AP
• USB connectivity for modems or storage

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Meta Description

MikroTik RB952Ui-5ac2nD (hAP ac lite) is a compact dual-band router featuring 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, 5 Ethernet ports, USB, passive PoE output, and RouterOS Level 4—ideal for home or small office wireless networks. Datasheet