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Cover Plate UAP-AC-IW Back Plate
Wall-Mount Screws (Qty. 4) Torx Screws (Qty. 2) Phillips Screws (Qty. 2)
Torx Security Screw Phillips Security Screw
Package Contents
Installation Requirements
IMPORTANT: UniFi Controller v5.4 is recommended for managing the UAP-AC-IW
and is available for download at: ui.com/download/uni
Pre-installed electrical wall box
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Category 5 (or above) UTP cabling approved for indoor use
Phillips and athead screwdrivers
T10 Torx bit (for Torx Screw option)
UniFi Switch with PoE
System Requirements
Linux, Mac OS X, or Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
Java Runtime Environment 1.6 (1.8 or newer recommended)
Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have limited functionality.)
UniFi Controller software v5.4 or newer (available at: ui.com/download/uni )
Hardware Overview
Back Panel
IMPORTANT: The UAP-AC-IW requires a UniFi Switch with PoE for power. Passive
PoE adapters are not recommended.
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PoE In + Data
10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data and 802.3at PoE+ input. The UAP-AC-IW itself
requires 7W.
802.3at PoE+ input is required to use PoE passthrough. Connect this port to a UniFi
Switch with PoE that is connected to your LAN and DHCP server.
Bottom Panel
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Security Screw
PoE Out + Data
Reset
Data
(Optional) The Security Screw secures the Cover Plate after installation. You have the
option to use the included Torx (shown) or Phillips Security Screw.
10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data and PoE passthrough (requires 802.3at PoE+
input). The maximum PoE passthrough output is 12W.
Note: To power and connect an 802.3af device to the LAN, you must use
802.3at PoE+ input.
The Reset button serves two functions for the UAP-AC-IW:
Restart Press and release the Reset button quickly.
Restore to Factory Default Settings Press and hold the Reset button for more than
ve seconds.
10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data only. Used to connect a client device to the
LAN.
LED
Security Tab
In addition to the optional Security Screw, the Security Tab helps to secure the Cover Plate
after installation. If you need to remove it, use a athead screwdriver to depress the
Security Tab while detaching the Cover Plate:
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Back Plate
The Back Plate offers a variety of mounting holes for use with different wall boxes. Here are
a few examples with the appropriate mounting holes outlined in blue:
USA or China
Europe
Hardware Installation
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An electrical wall box should be pre-installed with an Ethernet cable running from the box
to a UniFi Switch with PoE.
1.
2.
3.
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4. 
OR
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5.
Optional
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OR
Software Installation
Download and install the latest version of the UniFi Controller software. Launch it and
follow the on-screen instructions. The software and step-by-step instructions in the User
Guide are available at: ui.com/download/uni
After you have installed the software and run the UniFi Installation Wizard, a login screen
will appear for the UniFi Controller management interface. Enter the username and
password that you created and click Sign In.
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You can manage your wireless network and view network statistics using the UniFi
Controller management interface. For information on conguring and using the UniFi
Controller software, refer to the User Guide.
Mobile App Installation
Ubiquiti also offers the UniFi app, which is available from the App Store® (iOS) or Google
Play™ Store (Android). You can use it to provision a UniFi AP for basic functionality without
conguring a UniFi Controller. It also allows seamless provisioning of APs for remote
controllers (controllers not on the same Layer 2 network) and easy access to local
controllers and those monitored on uni.ui.com
Specications
UAP-AC-IW
Dimensions 139.7 x 86.7 x 25.75 mm
(5.5 x 3.41 x 1.01")
Weight 200 g (6.43 oz)
Networking Interface (3) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports
Button(s) Reset
Power Method 802.3at PoE+ Supported
Power Supply UniFi Switch (PoE)
Power Save Supported
PoE Out 48V Passthrough (Pins 1, 2+; 3, 6-)
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UAP-AC-IW
Max. Power
Consumption
with PoE
Passthrough
7W

19W*

Max. TX Power
2.4 GHz
5 GHz 20 dBm 20 dBm
MIMO
2.4 GHz
5 GHz 2 x 2 2 x 2
Max. Data Speed
2.4 GHz
5 GHz 300 Mbps 866.7 Mbps
Max. Range 100 m (328')
Antennas (1) Dual-Band Antenna, Single-Polarity
Antenna Gain
2.4 GHz
5 GHz 1 dBi 2 dBi
Wi-Fi Standards 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Security WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise
(WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)
Mounting 1-Gang Electrical Wall Box (Not Included)
Operating Temperature -10 to 50° C (14 to 122° F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Certications CE, FCC, IC
* Requires 802.3at PoE+ switch.
Operating Frequency (MHz)
US/CA 2400 - 2483.5
U-NII-1 5150 - 5250
U-NII-2A 5250 - 5350
U-NII-2C 5470 - 5725
U-NII-3 5725 - 5850
Worldwide 2400 - 2483.5
5150 - 5875
Safety Notices
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1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not use this product in location that can be submerged by water.
WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of
electric shock from lightning.
Electrical Safety Information
1. Compliance is required with respect to voltage, frequency, and current requirements indicated on
the manufacturer’s label. Connection to a different power source than those specied may result in
improper operation, damage to the equipment or pose a re hazard if the limitations are not
followed.
2. There are no operator serviceable parts inside this equipment. Service should be provided only by a
qualied service technician.
Limited Warranty
ui.com/support/warranty
The limited warranty requires the use of arbitration to resolve disputes on an individual basis, and,
where applicable, specify arbitration instead of jury trials or class actions.
Compliance
FCC
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions.
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operations of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This radio transmitter has been approved by FCC.
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ISED Canada
CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
This device complies with ISED Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This radio transmitter has been approved by ISED Canada.
The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for
harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ISDE Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1. l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible
d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par ISDE Canada.
Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une
utilisation à l’intérieur an de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites
mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the
radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
AVIS IMPORTANT
Déclaration sur l’exposition aux rayonnements
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites prévues pour l’exposition aux rayonnements dans un
environnement non contrôlé.
Lors de l’installation et de la mise en fonctionnement de l’équipement, assurez-vous qu’il y ait une
distance minimale de 20 cm entre l’élément rayonnant et vous.
Cet émetteur ne doit être installé à proximité d’aucune autre antenne ni d’aucun autre émetteur, et
ne doit être utilisé conjointement à aucun autre de ces appareils.
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Australia and New Zealand
Warning: This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential environment
this equipment may cause radio interference.
Brazil
Nota: Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não
pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados.
CE Marking
CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are
applicable to it.
Country List
AT BE BG CY CZ DE DK EE EL ES FI FR HR HU
IE IT LV LT LU MT NL PL PT RO SE SI SK UK
BFWA (Broadband Fixed Wireless Access) members noted in blue
Note: This device meets Max. TX power limit per ETSI regulations.
The following apply to products that operate in the 5 GHz frequency range:
Note: This device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5150 - 5350 MHz
frequency range within all member states.
Note: Operation in the 5.8 GHz frequency band is prohibited in BFWA member states. Other
countries listed may use the 5.8 GHz frequency band.
WEEE Compliance Statement
Declaration of Conformity
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