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Ubiquiti Networks

Ubiquiti Networks UniFi AC SHD Access Point 2 in 1 accessory

SKU CH-VRKX-W1MVG

Dual-band 4×4 MU-MIMO access point accessory with Wave 2 802.11ac technology and Bluetooth Low Energy for location services

  • Simultaneous dual-band 4x4 MU-MIMO for high-density Wi-Fi
  • Four-stream 802.11AC Wave 2 technology delivers up to 5X faster speeds
  • Enhanced security features protect network integrity
  • Bluetooth Low Energy radio enables location-based services
  • New UniFi AC access point ready for deployment

Dual-Band Access Point

The Ubiquiti Networks UniFi AC SHD is a 2-in-1 accessory designed for high-density Wi-Fi deployments. It targets network administrators who need simultaneous dual-band coverage with four-stream 802.11ac Wave 2 technology. The device integrates enhanced security features and a Bluetooth Low Energy radio to support location-based services within the network infrastructure.

Thermal and Power Profile

The access point operates using standard Power over Ethernet, drawing power directly from the network switch without a separate adapter. Its internal thermal design dissipates heat passively through the chassis, ensuring silent operation in office or ceiling-mount environments. Normal use maintains stable temperatures without active cooling fans or audible noise.

Multi-User MIMO Capability

The defining specification is 4x4 Multi-User MIMO support, which serves multiple compatible clients concurrently rather than sequentially. This capacity determines whether the access point matches the density and throughput requirements of the intended deployment. Buyers needing single-user throughput only or lacking MU-MIMO client devices will not utilise the core advantage of this hardware.

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Price $162.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How is the UniFi AC SHD Access Point mounted, and which step do installers often miss?

The access point is ceiling-mounted using the included bracket; the step often missed is securing the safety tether to the building structure before final tightening.

What maintenance or replacement will the UniFi AC SHD Access Point need later?

Firmware updates are the primary ongoing maintenance; the sealed enclosure has no user-serviceable parts, so hardware replacement only occurs if the unit fails.

What limit appears first on the UniFi AC SHD Access Point under sustained heavy traffic?

The radio’s thermal ceiling is reached first, causing automatic power reduction to protect the 4x4 MIMO chains during prolonged maximum throughput.

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