{"product_id":"mikrotik-hap-routerboard-5port-wifi-router-poe","title":"MikroTik hAP RouterBOARD 5-Port WiFi Router with PoE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMikroTik hAP RouterBOARD — 5-Port WiFi Router | PoE In \u0026amp; PoE Out | 2.4GHz | RouterOS Level 4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik hAP RouterBOARD\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful, compact, and affordable \u003cstrong\u003e5-port wireless router\u003c\/strong\u003e that stands out from its siblings with a critical advantage: \u003cstrong\u003eboth PoE input and PoE output\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means the hAP can be powered over Ethernet from an upstream switch or injector (PoE in), while simultaneously powering a connected device such as an outdoor access point or IP camera from its dedicated PoE out port — all with no additional power adapters required at the installation point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRunning \u003cstrong\u003eRouterOS Level 4\u003c\/strong\u003e on a \u003cstrong\u003e650MHz QCA9531 CPU\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e64MB RAM\u003c\/strong\u003e, the hAP delivers enterprise-grade routing, hotspot, VPN, and bandwidth management in a clean desktop form factor. Available at \u003cstrong\u003eUGX 180,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (regular price UGX 220,000), it’s an excellent choice for ISP CPE deployments, hotspot gateways, and small office networks across Uganda. Pair your hAP deployment with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e for automated subscriber management, invoicing, and bandwidth control across your entire network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 × 10\/100 Mbps Ethernet Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × Internet\/WAN (with PoE in), 3 × LAN, 1 × PoE out — for powering a connected downstream device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power the hAP itself over Ethernet from an upstream PoE switch or injector — no power socket needed at the installation point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE Output (Port 5):\u003c\/strong\u003e Power a connected outdoor AP, IP camera, or MikroTik device directly from this port — no separate injector required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in 2.4GHz 802.11b\/g\/n WiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable wireless coverage for subscriber premises and hotspot locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRouterOS Level 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full routing, hotspot server, firewall, QoS queue trees, VPN (PPTP, L2TP, IPsec), VLAN, and bandwidth management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e650MHz QCA9531 CPU \/ 64MB RAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles NAT, hotspot authentication, firewall, and basic VPN without performance degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWPS Button:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and easy wireless device pairing for subscriber premises deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Status Indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real-time visual monitoring of power, wireless, and port status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Desktop Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–28V DC or PoE in power — flexible deployment anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Power Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficient for 24\/7 ISP CPE and hotspot operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe PoE In + PoE Out Advantage for ISP Deployments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the MikroTik hAP apart from the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hap-lite-wireless-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehAP lite\u003c\/a\u003e is its dual PoE capability. In a typical ISP CPE installation scenario:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hAP is \u003cstrong\u003epowered via PoE in\u003c\/strong\u003e from a PoE switch or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE PoE Injector\u003c\/a\u003e — no power socket needed at the subscriber’s installation point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimultaneously, the hAP \u003cstrong\u003eoutputs PoE on port 5\u003c\/strong\u003e to power a small outdoor access point or IP camera mounted on the exterior of the building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis creates a clean, two-device chain — injector → hAP (indoor) → outdoor AP — powered by a single Ethernet cable run from the distribution point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PoE chain capability makes the hAP one of the most practical and cost-effective CPE routers for ISP last-mile deployments across Uganda and East Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISP subscriber CPE\u003c\/strong\u003e — All-in-one indoor WiFi router that also powers a small outdoor access point via PoE out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi hotspot gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e — RouterOS Hotspot server for voucher-based or subscription WiFi billing at hotels, shops, and campuses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePPPoE client\/server\u003c\/strong\u003e — Manage subscriber broadband sessions with PPPoE termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBandwidth management\u003c\/strong\u003e — Per-subscriber speed control via RouterOS queue trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall office all-in-one\u003c\/strong\u003e — Router, firewall, WiFi, and PoE out in one compact device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP camera power node\u003c\/strong\u003e — Use PoE out port 5 to power a PoE IP camera without a separate injector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGreat for ISPs \u0026amp; Hotspot Operators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MikroTik hAP is a popular choice for ISPs deploying customer-premises equipment (CPE) and hotspot access points across Uganda. Take your WiFi business further by pairing it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e for automated subscriber management and invoicing — or use these trusted billing and registration platforms:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xenfi.net\/?ref=NTEZIYARJWF7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eXenfi\u003c\/a\u003e — A billing platform purpose-built for internet service providers — eliminate manual invoicing, automate renewals, and keep your subscribers connected and paying on time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sopraent.com\/register?ref=TW9T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSopra Enterprise\u003c\/a\u003e — Register your ISP or WiFi business quickly and easily through a business registration platform that helps entrepreneurs in Uganda get legally set up and ready to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Your Complete MikroTik ISP Network\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-rb750gr3-5port-gigabit-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX RB750Gr3 5-Port Gigabit Router\u003c\/a\u003e — Use as the upstream Gigabit edge router feeding multiple hAP CPE units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rb951ui-2hnd-routerboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RB951Ui-2HnD RouterBOARD\u003c\/a\u003e — Alternative CPE with more RAM (128MB) and USB modem failover support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hap-lite-wireless-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hAP lite Wireless Router\u003c\/a\u003e — Budget alternative CPE for lower-traffic subscriber premises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE Gigabit PoE Injector Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e — Power this hAP remotely over Cat6 cable from your distribution point\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 Wall \u0026amp; Pole Mount Bracket\u003c\/a\u003e — Professional wall mounting for the hAP in subscriber premises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-ethernet-cable-1000mbps-high-speed-lan-network-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCat6 Ethernet Cable — 1000Mbps SFTP Shielded\u003c\/a\u003e — Patch cables for the hAP’s LAN and PoE connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e MikroTik hAP (RB951Ui-2nD or similar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPU:\u003c\/strong\u003e QCA9531, 650MHz single-core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64MB DDR2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16MB NAND flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWireless:\u003c\/strong\u003e 802.11b\/g\/n, 2.4GHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 × 10\/100 Mbps (1 WAN\/PoE in, 3 LAN, 1 PoE out)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — on WAN port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — on port 5 (passive, 10–28V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC 10–28V or PoE in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRouterOS License:\u003c\/strong\u003e Level 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWPS Button:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e −20°C to +70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose NetEdge Supplies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetEdge Supplies is a trusted supplier of genuine MikroTik networking equipment in Uganda. We serve ISPs, businesses, and home users with quality hardware, expert recommendations, and reliable after-sales support. Order with confidence and get delivery across Kampala and East Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\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\"\u003eHow much does the MikroTik hAP RouterBOARD cost in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe MikroTik hAP RouterBOARD 5-Port WiFi Router with PoE is available at NetEdge Supplies Uganda for \u003cstrong\u003eUGX 180,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (regular price UGX 220,000 — currently on promotion). Contact us for bulk ISP CPE pricing and delivery across Kampala and East Africa. Pair it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e for complete subscriber management.\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\"\u003eWhat is the difference between PoE in and PoE out on the MikroTik hAP?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe MikroTik hAP has both PoE input and PoE output. \u003cstrong\u003ePoE in\u003c\/strong\u003e (on the WAN port) allows the hAP itself to be powered over an Ethernet cable from an upstream PoE switch or injector — no power socket is needed at the installation point. \u003cstrong\u003ePoE out\u003c\/strong\u003e (on port 5) allows the hAP to simultaneously power a connected downstream device such as a small outdoor access point or IP camera — without a separate power adapter. This PoE chain is ideal for clean, minimal-hardware ISP CPE installations. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE PoE Injector\u003c\/a\u003e to power the hAP from your distribution point.\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\"\u003eHow does the MikroTik hAP compare to the hAP lite and the RB951Ui-2HnD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe MikroTik hAP sits between the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hap-lite-wireless-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehAP lite\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rb951ui-2hnd-routerboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRB951Ui-2HnD\u003c\/a\u003e in the MikroTik lineup. The hAP lite has 32MB RAM and PoE in only; the hAP adds 64MB RAM and PoE out on port 5; the RB951Ui-2HnD adds 128MB RAM, 128MB flash, USB modem failover, and PoE out. Choose the hAP for a balanced CPE with clean PoE in\/out capability, the hAP lite for tight budgets, and the RB951Ui-2HnD for larger configurations and 4G failover requirements.\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\"\u003eCan the MikroTik hAP be used as a commercial hotspot gateway?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The MikroTik hAP runs RouterOS Level 4 with a full Hotspot server that supports login pages, bandwidth quotas, session limits, user profiles, and RADIUS authentication. It is widely deployed as a commercial hotspot gateway in hotels, restaurants, schools, and ISP subscriber premises across Uganda. For automated billing and subscriber management, pair it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xenfi.net\/?ref=NTEZIYARJWF7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eXenfi\u003c\/a\u003e for a fully managed hotspot business.\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\"\u003eCan I power the MikroTik hAP without a power socket using PoE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The MikroTik hAP accepts passive PoE (10–28V DC) on its WAN port, allowing it to be powered entirely over an Ethernet cable with no power socket needed at the installation point. This is ideal for ISP CPE deployments in subscriber premises where running power cables is impractical. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE Gigabit PoE Injector\u003c\/a\u003e at the distribution point to inject power into the Cat6 run feeding the hAP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MikroTik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67675242561858,"sku":"MTK-HAP-005","price":180000.0,"currency_code":"UGX","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/1778\/1314\/files\/MikroTikWi-Fi4IEEE802_11nWirelessRouterwith5PortsandPoE.jpg?v=1791348312","url":"https:\/\/etedgesupplies.myshopify.com\/products\/mikrotik-hap-routerboard-5port-wifi-router-poe","provider":"NetEdge Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}