{"product_id":"airtel-5g-smart-connect-cpe-kit-outdoor-indoor-unit-ethernet","title":"Airtel 5G Smart Connect CPE Kit — Outdoor + Indoor Unit with Ethernet Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAirtel 5G Smart Connect CPE Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is the complete fixed wireless access equipment bundle for connecting to \u003cstrong\u003eAirtel Uganda's 5G network\u003c\/strong\u003e at your home or office. The kit includes an \u003cstrong\u003eoutdoor 5G CPE panel antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e for mounting on a wall or rooftop to capture the Airtel 5G signal, an \u003cstrong\u003eindoor CPE unit\u003c\/strong\u003e that converts the 5G signal to a wired Ethernet connection, and a \u003cstrong\u003eCat6 Ethernet cable\u003c\/strong\u003e to link the outdoor and indoor units — everything you need for a professional, permanent Airtel 5G fixed wireless internet installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAirtel Uganda's 5G Smart Connect service delivers high-speed fixed wireless broadband using 5G NR (New Radio) technology — providing fibre-comparable download speeds without requiring physical fibre cable to the premises. This makes it an ideal internet solution for homes, offices, and SMEs in Airtel 5G coverage areas across Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, and expanding 5G rollout zones in Uganda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor 5G CPE Panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airtel-branded 5G outdoor Customer Premises Equipment — mounts on exterior wall, rooftop, or pole to capture the Airtel 5G NR signal with maximum signal strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor CPE Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact indoor unit that receives signal from the outdoor panel and outputs a wired Ethernet connection to your router or switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCat6 Ethernet Cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-cut cable to connect the outdoor CPE to the indoor unit through a wall or window passage — Gigabit-capable for full 5G throughput delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e (where included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Airtel 5G Smart Connect for Uganda?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo physical fibre required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airtel 5G Smart Connect delivers broadband wirelessly from Airtel's 5G tower infrastructure — no trenching, conduit, or fibre cable installation required at the subscriber premises. This dramatically reduces installation time and cost compared to FTTH (Fibre to the Home) deployments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFibre-comparable speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airtel Uganda's 5G network delivers download speeds significantly exceeding typical 4G LTE performance — sufficient for 4K streaming, video conferencing, cloud applications, and multiple concurrent users simultaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor CPE maximises signal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The outdoor panel CPE unit is designed for permanent wall or rooftop mounting to receive the strongest possible 5G NR signal from the nearest Airtel 5G tower — delivering more consistent speeds than indoor-only 5G CPE devices that must penetrate building walls to reach the tower signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with any WiFi router:\u003c\/strong\u003e The indoor CPE unit outputs a standard Gigabit Ethernet connection — connect directly to any WiFi router in your network for whole-home or office wireless coverage. Pair with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tp-link-archer-axe5400-wifi-6e-tri-band-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTP-Link Archer AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-ac2600-mu-mimo-dual-band-gigabit-router-4x4-802-11ac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link AC2600 MU-MIMO\u003c\/a\u003e router for the best whole-home WiFi performance from your 5G connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISP alternative to WISP:\u003c\/strong\u003e For ISPs and resellers in areas where deploying your own WISP infrastructure is cost-prohibitive, reselling Airtel 5G Smart Connect equipment provides your subscribers with high-speed internet access leveraging Airtel's existing 5G tower investment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 — Mount outdoor CPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install the outdoor 5G CPE panel on an exterior wall or rooftop bracket pointing toward the nearest Airtel 5G tower. Higher mounting positions generally yield stronger signal. Use a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-quickmount-pro-adjustable-wall-pole-mount-bracket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik QuickMOUNT PRO bracket\u003c\/a\u003e for adjustable tilt and pole mounting flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 — Run Cat6 cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route the included \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-ethernet-cable-1000mbps-high-speed-lan-network-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCat6 Ethernet cable\u003c\/a\u003e from the outdoor CPE through the wall or window to the indoor unit location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 — Connect indoor unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the indoor CPE unit near your router. Connect it to the outdoor CPE via the Cat6 cable and to your WiFi router's WAN port via a short patch cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4 — Configure router:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set your WiFi router WAN type to DHCP (Dynamic IP) to receive the internet connection from the indoor CPE automatically. Activate your Airtel 5G Smart Connect service plan via the Airtel Uganda portal or contact Airtel business support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5 — Distribute WiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your WiFi router now distributes the Airtel 5G internet connection over WiFi and wired LAN throughout your home or office.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Companion Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tp-link-archer-axe5400-wifi-6e-tri-band-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTP-Link Archer AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E\u003c\/a\u003e — Top-tier tri-band Wi-Fi 6E router — maximises the full speed potential of your Airtel 5G connection over WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-ac2600-mu-mimo-dual-band-gigabit-router-4x4-802-11ac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link AC2600 MU-MIMO Router\u003c\/a\u003e — 4x4 MU-MIMO dual-band AC2600 — high-performance WiFi distribution for multi-device homes and offices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tp-link-archer-c9-ac1900-dual-band-gigabit-wifi-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTP-Link Archer C9 AC1900\u003c\/a\u003e — Dual-band gigabit WiFi router for mid-tier Airtel 5G subscriber installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-s-rb760igs-gigabit-router-sfp-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX S RB760iGS\u003c\/a\u003e — For ISPs reselling Airtel 5G — aggregate multiple subscriber connections and integrate with your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP billing system\u003c\/a\u003e via RouterOS API\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-quickmount-pro-adjustable-wall-pole-mount-bracket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik QuickMOUNT PRO\u003c\/a\u003e — Adjustable wall and pole mounting bracket for the outdoor 5G CPE panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-outdoor-ethernet-cable-250ft-uv-resistant-copper-clad-aluminium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCat6 Outdoor Ethernet Cable\u003c\/a\u003e — UV-resistant outdoor-rated cable for longer outdoor CPE cable runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-dgs-105-5-port-gigabit-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link DGS-105 5-Port Gigabit Switch\u003c\/a\u003e — Expand wired LAN ports at the indoor unit location for offices with multiple wired devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eISP Billing Integration for 5G Resellers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISPs and resellers deploying Airtel 5G Smart Connect equipment to subscribers can manage bandwidth allocation, service activation, and billing using your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP billing system\u003c\/a\u003e. For deployments where the Airtel 5G indoor unit feeds into a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-s-rb760igs-gigabit-router-sfp-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik aggregation router\u003c\/a\u003e serving multiple subscribers, RouterOS API integration enables automated subscriber provisioning, bandwidth queuing, mobile money payment reconciliation, and service suspension — turning Airtel 5G backhaul into a managed ISP subscriber service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is the Airtel 5G Smart Connect CPE Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe Airtel 5G Smart Connect CPE Kit is the fixed wireless access equipment bundle for connecting to Airtel Uganda's 5G network at a home or office. It includes an outdoor 5G CPE panel antenna for rooftop or wall mounting, an indoor CPE unit that converts the 5G signal to a wired Ethernet output, and a Cat6 cable to connect the two units. The indoor unit connects to any standard WiFi router to distribute the Airtel 5G internet connection wirelessly throughout the premises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes Airtel 5G Smart Connect require a SIM card?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. Airtel 5G Smart Connect uses a SIM-based 5G NR connection. The SIM card is typically pre-installed in the CPE unit or provided separately by Airtel Uganda as part of the service activation. You will need an active Airtel 5G Smart Connect service plan — contact Airtel Uganda business or retail directly to activate service on the CPE kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhich WiFi router should I pair with the Airtel 5G Smart Connect indoor unit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe Airtel 5G indoor CPE unit outputs a standard Gigabit Ethernet connection compatible with any WiFi router's WAN port. For maximum 5G speed distribution, we recommend the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tp-link-archer-axe5400-wifi-6e-tri-band-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTP-Link Archer AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-ac2600-mu-mimo-dual-band-gigabit-router-4x4-802-11ac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link AC2600 MU-MIMO\u003c\/a\u003e. For standard home use, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tp-link-archer-c9-ac1900-dual-band-gigabit-wifi-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTP-Link Archer C9 AC1900\u003c\/a\u003e is an excellent mid-range option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhere is Airtel 5G Smart Connect available in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eAirtel Uganda's 5G Smart Connect service is currently available in select coverage areas in Kampala and expanding urban zones. Coverage is expanding as Airtel Uganda continues its 5G NR network rollout. Contact Airtel Uganda directly to confirm 5G coverage at your specific location before purchasing the CPE kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhere can I buy the Airtel 5G Smart Connect CPE Kit in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNetEdge Supplies stocks the Airtel 5G Smart Connect CPE Kit in Uganda. Browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mikrotik-routers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e5G CPE equipment and ISP networking gear\u003c\/a\u003e and order online with delivery across East Africa. Contact us for bulk ISP and reseller procurement orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airtel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67701887369538,"sku":"AIRTEL-5G-SMARTCONNECT-KIT","price":130000.0,"currency_code":"UGX","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/1778\/1314\/files\/ui.jpg?v=1791627226","url":"https:\/\/etedgesupplies.myshopify.com\/products\/airtel-5g-smart-connect-cpe-kit-outdoor-indoor-unit-ethernet","provider":"NetEdge Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}