Ubiquiti UniFi XG Access Point
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Overview
The UniFi® Ecosystem enables the system integrator to effectively and efficiently create wireless network designs of any size, from small to large, with the potential for unlimited scalability.
The built-in, dedicated security and monitoring radio of the UniFi XG AP provides visibility into site performance, channel planning, and local interferers, allowing the integrator to properly evaluate performance and quickly respond to changing interference and security threat landscapes.
Easily accessible through any standard web browser and the UniFi app (iOS or Android™), the UniFi Controller software is a powerful software engine ideal for highdensity client deployments requiring low latency and high uptime performance.
Features
Powerful Hardware:
The UniFi XG AP features the latest in Wi-Fi 802.11ac Wave 2 MU‑MIMO technology combined with dedicated security and Bluetooth radios.
Intuitive UniFi Controller Software:
The system integrator can leverage the controller to easily configure and administer an enterprise Wi-Fi network.
Expandable:
The system integrator can start with one (or upgrade to a multi‑pack) and expand to thousands while maintaining a single unified management system.
Save Money and Save Time:
UniFi comes bundled with a software controller that can be deployed on an on-site PC, Mac, or Linux machine; in a private cloud; or using a public cloud service.
Extend Your Coverage
With the UniFi Controller software running in a NOC or in the cloud, system integrators can manage multiple sites: multiple, distributed deployments and multi-tenancy for managed service providers. Below are some deployment examples:
Pricing Notes:
| Ubiquiti Products | ||
|---|---|---|
| UNIFI ENT WIFI AP 1500 CLIENT | #UAP-XG-US | Get a Quote |
Features
Packed with Features
The UniFi Controller can provision thousands of UniFi APs, map out networks, quickly manage system traffic, and add more UniFi APs.
View Your RF Environment
Use the RF environment functionality of the UniFi XG AP to detect and troubleshoot nearby interference, analyze radio frequencies, choose optimal AP placement, and configure settings.
Powerful RF Performance Features
Advanced RF performance and configuration features include spectral analysis, airtime fairness, and band steering.
Detailed Analytics
The UniFi Controller provides configurable reporting and analytics to manage large user populations and expedite troubleshooting by the system integrator.
WLAN Groups
Manage flexible configurations of large deployments. Create multiple WLAN groups and assign them to an AP’s radio. Each WLAN can be VLAN tagged. Dynamic VLAN tagging per Wi-Fi station (or RADIUS VLAN) is also supported.
Wireless Uplink
Wireless Uplink functionality enables wireless connectivity between APs for extended range. One wired UniFi AP uplink supports up to four wireless downlinks on a single operating band, allowing wireless adoption of devices in their default state and real-time changes to network topology.
Multi-Site Management
A single UniFi Controller running in the cloud can manage multiple sites: multiple, distributed deployments and multi-tenancy for managed service providers. Each site is logically separated and has its own configuration, maps, statistics, guest portal, and administrator accounts.
Guest Portal/Hotspot Support
Configure and manage your APs with the easy-to-learn user interface.
Expandable
Use the UniFi Controller to quickly customize the configuration for Guest Portals, including authentication, Hotspot setup, and the option to use your own external portal server.
For your Guest Portal/Hotspot package offerings, take advantage of UniFi's rate limiting capabilities. Apply different bandwidth rates (download/ upload), limit total data usage, and limit duration of use.
All UniFi APs include Hotspot functionality:
- Built-in support for billing integration using major credit cards.
- Built-in support for voucher‑based authentication, including the ability to generate voucher codes.
- Built-in Hotspot Manager for voucher creation, guest management, and payment refunds.
- Full customization and branding of Hotspot portal pages, including use of your own logo.
Hardware Overview:
Deploy the UniFi XG AP in very high-density environments requiring maximum wireless performance. The UniFi XG AP features simultaneous, dual-band, 4x4 MU-MIMO technology and convenient 802.3bt PoE compatibility. Available in single- and five‑packs.
Quad-Radio Capabilities:
Three client radios deliver unparalleled Wi-Fi performance while a dedicated security radio provides persistent threat management.
Superior Processing Power:
The UniFi XG AP is capable of complex operations (guest control, filtering, and other resource-intensive tasks) that may slow down a lesser‑equipped AP.
10G and 1G Ethernet Connectivity:
Designed to be a 10G Ethernet backhaul, the primary port carries both data and PoE, while the secondary Gigabit Ethernet port is for bridging and also supports PoE input.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Standard:
The UniFi XG AP can be powered by an 802.3bt PoE compliant switch.
LED:
The unique LED provisioning ring provides administrator location tracking and alerts for each device.
Specifications
| UAP-XG Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 228 x 228 x 50 mm (8.98 x 8.98 x 1.97") |
| Weight | 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) 1.35 kg (2.98 lb) with Mounting Kits |
| Networking Interface | (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port (1) 1/10 Gbps Ethernet Port |
| Buttons | Reset |
| Power Method | 802.3bt PoE |
| Supported Voltage Range | 44 to 57VDC |
| Power Supply | PoE Injector 50VDC, 1.2A Gigabit |
| Power Save | Supported |
| Beamforming | Supported |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 31W |
| Radios | 2.4 GHz, (2) 5 GHz, Security |
| Maximum TX Power | 2.4 GHz: 25 dBm 5 GHz: 25 dBm |
| Antennas | 2.4 GHz: (2) Dual-Port, Dual-Polarity Antennas, 6 dBi each 5 GHz: (2) Dual-Port, Dual-Polarity Antennas, 8 dBi each |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ac-wave2 |
| Wireless Security | WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES), 802.11w/PMF |
| BSSID | Up to 8 per Radio |
| Mounting | Wall / Ceiling / Junction Box (Kits Included) |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 60° C (14 to 140° F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% Noncondensing |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
Advanced Traffic Management
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| VLAN | 802.1Q |
| Advanced QoS | Per-User Rate Limiting |
| Guest Traffic Isolation | Supported |
| WMM | Voice, Video, Best Effort, and Background |
| Concurrent Clients | 1500 |
Supported Data Rates (Mbps)
| Standard | Data Rates |
|---|---|
| 802.11ac | 6.5 Mbps to 1.7 Gbps (MCS0 - MCS9 NSS1/2/3/4, VHT 20/40/80) |
| 802.11n | 6.5 Mbps to 450 Mbps (MCS0 - MCS23, HT 20/40) |
| 802.11a | 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps |
| 802.11g | 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps |
| 802.11b | 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps |
UniFi Product Comparison
| Feature | UniFi AP | UniFi AP-XG | UniFi AP-LR | UniFi AP-Pro | UniFi AP-AC | UniFi AP-Outdoor | UniFi AP-Outdoor 5G | UniFi AP-Outdoor+ | UniFi AP-AC Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environment | Indoor | Indoor / Outdoor (Covered) | Indoor | Indoor | Indoor | Outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor |
| 2.4 GHz Speed | 300 Mbps | 800 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 450 Mbps | 450 Mbps | 300 Mbps | — | 450 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| 5 GHz Speed | — | 1733 Mbps | — | 300 Mbps | 1300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 1300 Mbps |
| Range | 122 m (400 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) | — | 122 m (400 ft) | 122 m (400 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) |
| Secondary Ethernet Port | — | Yes | — | Yes | Yes | — | — | Yes | — |
| Gigabit Ethernet | — | Yes | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ac-wave2 | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | — | — | — | Yes |
| 2.4 GHz | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11 a/n | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| 5 GHz | — | Yes | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | Yes | Yes |
| Simultaneous Dual-Band | — | Yes | — | Yes | Yes | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| Ubiquiti PoE | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — | — | Yes |
| 802.3af or 802.3at Compliant | — | — | — | 802.3af (PoE) | Y802.3at (PoE+)s | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wall Mount | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — | 802.3af (PoE) | 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Ceiling Mount | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pole Mount | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Security Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| External Antennas | — | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
* Speed and Range values may vary and are based on optimal environments.
Technology
802.11ac Technology
Initial 802.11ac Wave 1 SU-MIMO (Single-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology allows an earlier-generation AP, such as the UniFi AC Pro AP, to communicate with only one client at a time.
802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology allows a Wave 2 AP, such as the UniFi XG AP, to communicate with multiple clients at the same time — significantly increasing multi-user throughput and overall user experience.
MU-MIMO Performance
Assuming the same conditions, a Wave 2 radio provides up to 75% improvement beyond a Wave 1 radio. This improvement increases wireless performance and/or serves more clients at the same performance level.
4x4 Spatial Streams
At any single time, a Wave 2 radio can communicate with multiple MU-MIMO clients, including:
- Four 1x1 clients
- Two 2x2 clients
- One 2x2 client and two 1x1 clients
- One 3x3 client and one 1x1 client
Real-World Performance
Combining twice the number of 5 GHz radios and four times the associations per radio, the UniFi XG AP delivers significantly higher performance than a typical 802.11ac Wave 1 AP.
Client Compatibility
For optimal performance, use MU-MIMO clients. SU-MIMO clients will also benefit and can gain up to 10–20% greater performance when used with the UniFi XG AP.
Application Scenarios
For very high-density environments, such as large auditoriums or concert halls with many connected users, the UniFi XG AP is highly recommended.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 APs offer 28 independent (non-overlapping) channels: three for the 2.4 GHz band and twenty-five for 5 GHz, including DFS channels.
Using the 2.4 GHz band in high-density environments often results in self-interference and channel saturation. The 5 GHz band allows deployment of smaller coverage cells, enabling support for more users across multiple access points.
With MU-MIMO technology and 4x4 spatial streams, the UniFi XG AP can support more than triple the number of users per radio compared to a typical Wave 1 AP.
