Product Overview
The MikroTik hAP ac³ (model RBD53iG‑5HacD2HnD) delivers AC1200 dual-band Wi‑Fi performance using a quad-core IPQ‑4019 CPU (448–896 MHz), paired with 256 MB RAM and 128 MB NAND storage. Includes 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports, PoE‑in/out capability, a full-size USB port, and external high-gain antennas for enhanced coverage.
Main Features
- Quad-core ARM IPQ‑4019 CPU @ 448–896 MHz, 256 MB RAM, 128 MB NAND ([turn0search0])
- Dual-band Wi‑Fi 5 (2×2 MIMO): 300 Mbps @2.4 GHz (3 dBi), 867 Mbps @5 GHz (5.5 dBi) via external antennas ([turn0search0])
- 5× 1 GbE ports with Ether5 offering passive PoE‑out (0.5 A output) and PoE‑in support on port 1 ([turn0search0])
- One USB‑A port (1 A max) for LTE modems or external storage ([turn0search0])
- Passive, fanless cooling; compact design supports wall or horizontal mounting (bracket included) ([turn0search0])
- RouterOS Level 4 license with IPsec hardware acceleration, firewall, VLAN, CAPsMAN, scripting, and more ([turn0search0])
Specifications at a Glance
| CPU / Memory | IPQ‑4019 quad-core (448–896 MHz); 256 MB RAM; 128 MB NAND |
|---|---|
| Wireless | 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n, 300 Mbps) @3 dBi; 5 GHz (802.11a/n/ac, 867 Mbps) @5.5 dBi |
| Ethernet Ports | 5× Gigabit RJ45; port 5 with PoE‑out (0.5 A), port 1 as PoE‑in |
| USB | 1× USB‑A (1 A max) |
| Power | DC jack 12–28 V or passive PoE‑in (18–28 V); max power ~30 W, idle ~12 W |
| Enclosure & Mount | 251×129×39 mm IP20; includes wall-mount kit |
| RouterOS License | Level 4 |
| Operating Conditions | −40 °C to +70 °C; certifications: CE, FCC, IC, EAC, RoHS |
With robust wired throughput (~1.97 Gbps via fast-path routing) and hardware IPsec VPN acceleration (~400 Mbps), the hAP ac³ suits demanding home and small business use cases. Its external antennas have been shown to deliver noticeably improved wireless coverage over compact APs — though real-world Wi-Fi range may vary by environment. ([turn0search5], [turn0search6])
