PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Ubiquiti U7-Lite-US
Compact, ceiling-mounted WiFi 7 AP with 4 spatial streams and 2.5 GbE uplink.
Key Features
- 4-stream WiFi 7 access point
- Dual-radio 2.4/5 GHz
- Status LED
Technical Specifications
- Overview
- Dimensions: Ø171.5 x 33 mm (Ø6.8 x 1.3')
- WiFi Standard: WIFi 7
- Spatial Streams: 4
- Coverage Area: 115 m² (1,250 ft²)
- Max. Client Count: 200+
- Uplink: 2.5 GbE
- Mounting: Ceiling, Wall (Lite Mount Included)
- Power Method:PoE
- Performance
- MIMO
- 5 GHz: 2 x 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO)
- 2.4 GHz: 2 x 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO)
- Max. Data Rate
- 5 GHz: 4.3 Gbps (BW240)
- 2.4 GHz: 688 Mbps (BW40)
- Antenna Gain
- 5 GHz:5 dBi
- 2.4 GHz: 4 dBi
- Max. TX Power:
- 5 GHz: 24 dBm
- 2.4 GHz: 23 dBm
- Max. BSSIDs: 8 per Radio
- Supported Data Rates
- 802.11be (WiFi 7): 7.3 Mbps to 4.3 Gbps (MCS0 - MCS13 NSS1/2, EHT 20/40/80/160/240)
- 802.11ax (WiFi 6): 7.3 Mbps to 2.4 Gbps (MCS0 - MCS11 NSS1/2, HE 20/40/80/160)
- 802.11ac (WiFi 5): 6.5 Mbps to 1.7Gbps (MCS0 - MCS9 NSS1/2, VHT 20/40/80/160)
- 802.11n: 6.5 Mbps to 300 Mbps (MCS0 - MCS15, HT 20/40)
- MIMO
- Features
- Wireless Meshing
- Band Steering
- 802.11v BSS Transition Management
- 802.11r Fast Roaming
- 802.11k Radio Resource Management (RRM)
- Advanced Radio Management
- Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0)
- Captive Hotspot Portal
- Custom Branding Landing Page
- Voucher Authentication
- Payment-Based Authentication
- External Portal Server Support
- Password Authentication
- Guest Network Isolation
- Private Pre-Shared Key (PPSK)
- WiFi Speed Limiting
- Client Device Isolation
- WiFi Schedules
- RADIUS over TLS (RadSec)
- Dynamic RADIUS-assigned VLAN
- Hardware:
- Max. Power Consumption: 13W
- Supported Voltage Range: 42.5—57V DC
- Networking Interface: (1) 2.5 GbE RJ45 port
- Weight: 313 g (11 oz)
- Management: Ethernet
- Enclosure Material: UV-stabilized polycarbonate
- Mount Material: UV-stabilized polycarbonate, galvanized steel (SGCC)
- Channel Bandwidth: HT 20/40, VHT 20/40/80/160, HE 20/40/80/160, EHT 20/40/80/160/240 (MHz)
- Certifications: CE, FCC, IC
- Ambient Operating Temperature: -30 to 40° C (-22 to 104° F)
- Ambient Operating Humidity: 5 to 95% noncondensing
- Software:
- Application Requirements
- UniFi Network
- Version 9.0.114 and later
- UniFi OS
- iOS™ version 10.20.2 and later
- Android™ version 10.21.7 and later
- Application Requirements
More Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—because the U7-Lite still improves overall network efficiency and is ready for newer clients. It supports modern channel widths (including 160 MHz and Wi-Fi 7 EHT modes) and provides a strong upgrade path without replacing your access point again soon. Your Wi-Fi 6 devices will still connect normally, and newer Wi-Fi 7 clients can take advantage of added capabilities as you upgrade devices over time.
You don’t need a 2.5GbE switch for it to work—the U7-Lite will operate on a 1GbE port. However, a 2.5GbE uplink helps prevent the wired connection from becoming a bottleneck when many clients are active or when you use higher-performance Wi-Fi settings (like wider channels).
The U7-Lite is powered via PoE and has a maximum power consumption of about 13W. It supports a DC voltage range of 42.5–57V (typical for 802.3af/at PoE environments).
The U7-Lite is a compact, ceiling-mounted access point designed for homes and small-to-medium spaces. Real-world coverage depends on walls, interference, and mounting location, but it’s typically best used as part of a multi-AP plan for larger areas. It’s well-suited for high-density everyday usage like streaming, work-from-home, and multiple devices connected at once.
Choose the U7-Lite if you want a more future-ready access point with Wi-Fi 7 features and a 2.5GbE uplink for better wired backhaul headroom. Choose the U6-Lite if your priority is the lowest cost and your network/device mix is firmly Wi-Fi 6 today. If you’re upgrading your network for the next few years, the U7-Lite is usually the better long-term pick.
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