MikroTik hAP ac lite is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 9,500, brand new and sealed, with dual-band AC750 Wi-Fi that pairs 300Mbps on 2.4GHz with 433Mbps on 5GHz. Inside the MikroTik hAP ac lite sit a 650MHz processor, 64MB of RAM, five 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports, a USB port and PoE in and out. It runs RouterOS Level 4, MikroTik's full routing system, with hotspot, VPN and firewall tools included. Collect yours from Mascom International on the first floor of the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for delivery.
Designed for small offices, hotspot operators, landlords and IT technicians, the MikroTik hAP ac lite handles the problem that slows most Kenyan apartment Wi-Fi: dozens of neighbouring 2.4GHz networks fighting for the same channels. Its second radio moves phones and laptops onto the quieter 5GHz band, while older devices stay on 2.4GHz. The fifth port can send power down an Ethernet cable to a rooftop access point, so one MikroTik hAP ac lite can extend a hotspot across a plot or estate. Behind a Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku or Faiba box it adds per-user speed limits and guest separation.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that stock mostly closed consumer routers, Mascom International carries the MikroTik range so a network can grow without starting over. At Mascom International, we're seeing landlords and cyber café owners choose the MikroTik hAP ac lite as the hub of a paid Wi-Fi setup, then add outdoor units around it. Its wide 10-28V power input sits comfortably on a small DC UPS through KPLC outages. Come to the store for a working demonstration, or ask on WhatsApp and pay when it reaches you anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the MikroTik hAP ac lite
What is the MikroTik hAP ac lite price in Kenya?
Mascom International sells the MikroTik hAP ac lite for KSh 9,500 in Nairobi CBD, brand new and sealed. The price covers the router, the 24V 1.2A power adapter, a permanent RouterOS Level 4 licence and a 12-month warranty, plus pay-on-arrival delivery to every county. It sits KSh 4,000 above the single-band MikroTik hAP lite at KSh 5,500, and KSh 800 below the MikroTik hAP ax lite at KSh 10,300. Ask on WhatsApp if you need several units for a hotspot rollout.
What does dual-band mean on the MikroTik hAP ac lite?
Dual-band means the MikroTik hAP ac lite broadcasts two Wi-Fi networks at once, one on 2.4GHz and one on 5GHz. The 2.4GHz radio reaches further through walls and supports older phones and printers at up to 300Mbps. The 5GHz radio uses Wi-Fi 5 at up to 433Mbps and has far more free channels, which matters in busy flats in Kilimani, South B or Ruaka. Phones that support 5GHz get a cleaner connection, and older gadgets keep working on 2.4GHz.
MikroTik hAP ac lite or MikroTik hAP ax lite: which should you buy?
Pick the MikroTik hAP ac lite if you need a 5GHz band, a USB port or PoE out to power another device, all for KSh 800 less. Pick the MikroTik hAP ax lite if your fibre plan runs above 100Mbps, because its four ports are Gigabit while the MikroTik hAP ac lite ports top out at 100Mbps. The MikroTik hAP ax lite also brings Wi-Fi 6, a dual-core 800MHz processor, 256MB of RAM and RouterOS v7, but it works on 2.4GHz only.
Can the MikroTik hAP ac lite power an outdoor access point over PoE?
Yes, port 5 on the MikroTik hAP ac lite supplies passive PoE output of up to 500mA, enough for many small MikroTik outdoor units. Power passes along the same Ethernet cable as the data, so a rooftop or mast unit needs no socket nearby. Check that the outdoor device accepts passive PoE at the router's input voltage before connecting it. The router itself can also be powered through port 1 by passive PoE from 10V to 28V, useful when mounting it away from a socket.
How does the MikroTik hAP ac lite handle KPLC power cuts?
The MikroTik hAP ac lite accepts any DC supply between 10V and 28V, so it runs from a 12V battery system, a DC mini UPS or the supplied 24V adapter on an ordinary UPS. MikroTik rates it at 8W without attached devices and 20W with PoE output and USB loads in use. That modest draw lets a small backup unit keep a shop or office online through outages. Settings live on flash storage, so the configuration returns intact after every blackout.
What can the USB port on the MikroTik hAP ac lite do?
The MikroTik hAP ac lite has one full-size USB Type A port rated at 1A. RouterOS can use it for a USB storage stick holding backups, logs or hotspot files. Many operators also attach a USB 4G modem as a backup internet line when the fibre goes down; confirm your modem model with us on WhatsApp first, since RouterOS supports some modems and not others. The router can also switch the USB power off and on remotely to reset a frozen modem.
Is the MikroTik hAP ac lite good for a cyber café or small office?
The MikroTik hAP ac lite suits a cyber café or office of up to a few desks plus staff phones on a fibre plan of 100Mbps or less. Five cabled ports cover a counter PC, printer and switch, while the two radios carry customer and staff Wi-Fi on separate networks. Queues stop one heavy downloader from slowing the rest, and firewall rules can block chosen sites during work hours. Accountants, lawyers and NGO offices on Upper Hill and in Westlands use it this way.
Who should buy the MikroTik hAP ac lite, and who should skip it?
Buy the MikroTik hAP ac lite if you want two Wi-Fi bands, PoE out and a USB port on a budget under KSh 10,000. It fits hotspot builders, small offices and homes with many neighbouring networks. Skip it if your fibre plan exceeds 100Mbps or you plan to run many VPN tunnels, since its ports and processor will limit you. The MikroTik hAP ax2 or MikroTik L009UiGS-RM, both stocked at Mascom International, handle faster lines and heavier office loads.
Technical Specifications
Wi-Fi Radio
- Dual-band AC750 — two radios run at once, giving older devices 2.4GHz and newer phones and laptops a quieter 5GHz network.
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 4 at up to 300Mbps — two radio chains on this band give better reach through walls for printers, TVs and older phones.
- 5GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) at up to 433Mbps — one radio chain on a band with more free channels, so less interference from neighbours.
- Built-in antennas of 1.5dBi on 2.4GHz and 2dBi on 5GHz — internal antennas suited to a house, office floor or shop.
- Separate network names per band — you can name each band differently, steering staff to 5GHz and guests to 2.4GHz.
Processor and Memory
- QCA9531 processor at 650MHz — a single-core chip that routes traffic, runs the firewall and manages the 2.4GHz radio.
- Separate QCA9887 chip for 5GHz — the second radio has its own wireless chip, so the 5GHz network does not share the main radio.
- 64MB of RAM — twice the memory of the MikroTik hAP lite, leaving room for more firewall rules, queues and hotspot users.
- 16MB of flash storage — keeps RouterOS, your configuration and backup files safe through power cuts and restarts.
- Rated from -30°C to 70°C — MikroTik's operating range covers a hot office ceiling space or a closed equipment cabinet.
Ethernet Ports and Power
- Five 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports — one for the internet line and four for computers, printers or switches, each at up to 100Mbps.
- Passive PoE in on port 1 — accepts 10V to 28V through the network cable, so the router can sit far from a socket.
- Passive PoE out on port 5 — sends up to 500mA down the cable to power an outdoor access point or small camera.
- DC jack for 10V to 28V — a wide input range that works with the supplied 24V adapter or a 12V battery system.
- Power draw of 8W, up to 20W with attachments — a light load for a backup unit when PoE output and USB devices are idle.
RouterOS Software
- RouterOS Level 4 licence — a one-time, permanent licence that unlocks access point mode, hotspot, PPPoE server, VPN and queues.
- Hotspot captive portal — a login page with vouchers that turns the router into the base of a paid Wi-Fi service.
- CAPsMAN controller support — lets one router manage the Wi-Fi settings of other MikroTik access points from a single screen.
- Firewall, NAT and VLANs — keep office computers, guests and cameras on separate networks so one group cannot reach another.
- WinBox and WebFig — manage the router from a free desktop app or any web browser on the same network.
Build and Setup
- USB Type A port at 1A — takes a storage stick for backups or a supported 4G modem as a fallback internet line.
- USB power reset — RouterOS can cut and restore USB power remotely to restart a frozen modem without a site visit.
- Compact casing of 113 × 89 × 28mm — about the size of a paperback, easy to place on a shelf or in a cabinet.
- Model code RB952Ui-5ac2nD — the exact hardware version; use it when searching MikroTik's manuals or ordering a matching unit.
- Default home configuration — both Wi-Fi bands, the firewall and the internet port come preset, so basic setup is quick.
Package Contents
The MikroTik hAP ac lite comes brand new and sealed in its original MikroTik box. MikroTik lists one included part alongside the router: a 24V 1.2A power adapter that plugs into the DC jack. No Ethernet cable or PoE injector is listed, so plan for cables to your fibre box and any outdoor unit. RouterOS Level 4 is preinstalled and already licensed, which means the MikroTik hAP ac lite is ready to configure the moment you power it on.
Warranty
Mascom International covers the MikroTik hAP ac lite with a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street. Keep your receipt and the original power adapter for any claim.
Buying the MikroTik hAP ac lite from Mascom International
Stock of the MikroTik hAP ac lite is held at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The store opens Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and our team can power up a unit so you can see both Wi-Fi bands before you pay. The router comes in MikroTik's white casing; confirm availability on WhatsApp before travelling.
For stock checks, bulk orders for hotspot projects or setup questions, use any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, while Thika, Machakos, Nyeri, Kisii and other major towns receive orders the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your unit is backed by the 12-month warranty described above. We stand behind clear specifications, fair and accurate prices and real after-sales support at a shop you can walk into.
