Looking for an access point that looks great and stays out of sight? Or running Wi-Fi in a busy venue where hardware shouldn’t be within reach? Mount it on the ceiling. This unit’s ultra-low profile is subtler than a smoke detector - most visitors won’t even notice it. What they will notice is the lightning-fast wireless throughout the entire space.
The refreshed hardware brings a larger high-gain antenna, improved sensitivity, and an integrated reflector. Together, these upgrades can expand coverage by up to 100% compared to earlier cAP models.
A dual-band, dual-chain radio (2.4 & 5 GHz) projects robust 360° coverage, so placement is far less finicky. Ceiling installation also helps avoid common absorption and obstruction issues - like big TV panels or metal partition walls in open-plan offices.
While the radio supports repeater mode, you’re not limited to wireless. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports let you extend the network over cable - even with power requirements: Port 1 accepts 802.3af/at PoE input, and Port 2 can provide passive PoE output (up to 57 V). This is the cAP XL ac - discreet design, broad coverage, flexible power.
