MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point

MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point

Brand: MikroTik | Category: Wireless Access Points

SKU: cAPXL-5ac2ax | Part #: cAPXL-5ac2ax | MPN: cAPXL-5ac2ax

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About the MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point

The MikroTik cAP XL ax is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) ceiling-mounted access point engineered for high-density enterprise deployments. The unit integrates five Gigabit Ethernet ports—including one PoE input port and four PoE output ports—enabling simplified cabling infrastructure and reducing power delivery complexity in ceiling-mounted installations. The cAP XL ax delivers concurrent 802.11ax performance across 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with beamforming and MU-MIMO capabilities, designed to support dense client environments with minimal latency and high throughput consistency.

The architecture combines RouterOS-based management with passive PoE operation, making it suitable for facilities requiring low operational overhead and rapid deployment cycles. Five integrated Gigabit ports enable daisy-chaining of additional APs or integration with existing switched infrastructure without dedicated backhaul cabling. The unit's ceiling form factor and consolidated port design reduce installation labor and cable management complexity across hospitality, education, and multi-tenant residential deployments.

Target workloads include ISP-managed Wi-Fi services, hotel and resort networks, SME office environments, and edge data-center access layers where equipment density and port consolidation directly reduce total deployment footprint and operational complexity. The combination of 802.11ax performance, native PoE switching, and RouterOS flexibility positions this unit as a cost-effective alternative to higher-complexity mesh systems while maintaining enterprise-grade feature density.

Ideal for

  • ISP-operated Wi-Fi 6 network expansions requiring multi-tenant SSID segmentation and per-AP PoE power distribution
  • Hospitality property networks with guest access, staff management networks, and PoE-powered camera integration on shared infrastructure
  • SME office deployments spanning multiple floors where ceiling APs with integrated switching reduce structured cabling requirements
  • Educational institutions needing high-density student device support with native VLAN and MAC-filtering enforcement
  • Multi-tenant residential buildings where per-unit network isolation and centralized PoE power delivery simplify management
  • Retail and event spaces requiring temporary or semi-permanent high-bandwidth guest Wi-Fi with integrated AP switching

Technical specifications

ManufacturerMikroTik
ModelcAP XL ax
Part NumbercAPXL-5ac2ax
Product CategoryWireless Access Point
Form FactorCeiling Mount
WiFi Standard802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Supported Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz (dual-band concurrent)
2.4 GHz Data RateUp to 574 Mbps
5 GHz Data RateUp to 2402 Mbps
Combined ThroughputUp to 2976 Mbps
MIMO Configuration4x4 MU-MIMO
Antenna TypeInternal omnidirectional
Ethernet Ports5× Gigabit (RJ-45)
PoE Input1× Gigabit PoE Input (802.3at, passive PoE)
PoE Output4× Gigabit PoE Output (passive PoE)
Management InterfaceRouterOS, Web UI, Winbox
Enclosure RatingIndoor use
Launch QuarterQ4 2022

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Technical Specifications

BrandMikroTik
CategoryWireless Access Points
SKUcAPXL-5ac2ax
Part NumbercAPXL-5ac2ax
ConditionNew
ModelcAP XL ax
Product CategoryWireless Access Point
Form FactorCeiling Mount
WiFi Standard802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Supported Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz (dual-band concurrent)
2.4 GHz Data RateUp to 574 Mbps
5 GHz Data RateUp to 2402 Mbps
Combined ThroughputUp to 2976 Mbps
MIMO Configuration4x4 MU-MIMO
Antenna TypeInternal omnidirectional
Ethernet Ports5× Gigabit (RJ-45)
PoE Input1× Gigabit PoE Input (802.3at, passive PoE)
PoE Output4× Gigabit PoE Output (passive PoE)
Management InterfaceRouterOS, Web UI, Winbox
Enclosure RatingIndoor use
Launch QuarterQ4 2022

Frequently Asked Questions about MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point

What does the MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point do?

The MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point?

Key specifications for the MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point: new condition; manufacturer MikroTik; model cAP XL ax; part number cAPXL-5ac2ax; product category Wireless Access Point; form factor Ceiling Mount; wifi standard 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6). Manufacturer part number cAPXL-5ac2ax. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point compatible with my infrastructure?

The MikroTik cAP XL ax Wi-Fi 6 Ceiling Access Point interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.