Ubiquiti Networks
Ubiquiti Networks AirWire WiFi 7 media bridge U-AirWire-US
WiFi 7 media bridge with directional antenna system delivers up to 5.8 Gbps on 6 GHz and 4.3 Gbps on 5 GHz via a 5 GbE USB3.2 Gen2 port
- ChannelChannel Bandwidth: HT 20/40, VHT 20/40/80/160, HE 20/40/80/1
- InterfaceNetworking Interface: (1) 5 GbE port (USB3.2 Gen2)
- PowerMax. Power Consumption: 18W Power Supply: USB PD 5/9/12V, 15
- Dimensions117 x 117 x 42.5 mm (4.6 x 4.6 x 1.7")
- Weight544 g (1.2 lb)
- FeaturesOVERVIEW WiFi Standard: WiFi 7 Spatial Streams: 4 Uplink: Wi
- WiFi 7 client adapter with STR MLO for ultra-low latency and multi-gigabit speeds
- Directional super-antenna system delivers up to triple the usable range of standard devices
- Built-in scanning radio provides real-time spectrum analytics for interference awareness
- Instant secure onboarding through UniFi Auto-Link integration with the UniFi ecosystem
- Single 5 GbE USB 3.2 Gen 2 port enables high-speed wired connectivity
WiFi 7 client adapter with STR MLO
The Ubiquiti AirWire is a WiFi 7 media bridge that uses simultaneous transmit-receive multi-link operation to create full-duplex links. It targets installers who need multi-gigabit wireless backhaul for remote cameras, access points, or wired devices without running cable. Four spatial streams and a directional super-antenna system aim to triple usable range versus standard clients.
Dedicated scanning radio and Auto-Link
A built-in scanning radio provides real-time spectrum analytics so installers can pick the cleanest channel before locking the link. UniFi Auto-Link onboards the unit instantly and securely when it is adopted by a UniFi controller, removing manual configuration steps. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface carries the 5 GbE port and accepts USB PD at 5, 9, or 12 V in both standard and enhanced power modes.
Compact directional form factor
The square 117 mm enclosure weighs 544 g and houses 11 dBi gain antennas on both 6 GHz and 5 GHz bands with up to 20 dBm and 25 dBm transmit power respectively. A single 5 GbE port on USB 3.2 Gen 2 provides the wired uplink, so no separate power brick is required when a compliant PD source is available. Maximum draw is 18 W.
Highlights
- WiFi 7 client adapter with STR MLO for ultra-low latency and multi-gigabit speeds
- Directional super-antenna system delivers up to triple the usable range of standard devices
- Built-in scanning radio provides real-time spectrum analytics for interference awareness
- Instant secure onboarding through UniFi Auto-Link integration with the UniFi ecosystem
- Single 5 GbE USB 3.2 Gen 2 port enables high-speed wired connectivity
Specifications
| Brand | Ubiquiti |
|---|---|
| Model | AirWire |
| Part Number | U-AirWire-US |
| Channel | Channel Bandwidth: HT 20/40, VHT 20/40/80/160, HE 20/40/80/160, EHT 20/40/80/160/240/320 (MHz) |
| Interface | Networking Interface: (1) 5 GbE port (USB3.2 Gen2) |
| Power | Max. Power Consumption: 18W Power Supply: USB PD 5/9/12V, 15W (Standard mode) USB PD 5/9/12V, 20W (Enhanced mode) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 117 x 42.5 mm (4.6 x 4.6 x 1.7") |
| Weight | 544 g (1.2 lb) |
| Features | OVERVIEW WiFi Standard: WiFi 7 Spatial Streams: 4 Uplink: WiFi PERFORMANCE MIMO: - 6 GHz: 2 x 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) - 5 GHz: 2 x 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) Max. Data Rate: - 6 GHz: 5.8 Gbps (BW320) - 5 GHz: 4.3 Gbps (BW240) Antenna Gain: - 6 GHz: 11 dBi - 5 GHz: 11 dBi Max. TX Power: - 6 GHz: 20 dBm - 5 GHz: 25 dBm Supported Data Rates: - 802.11be (WiFi 7): 7.3 Mbps to 5.8 Gbps (MCS0 - MCS13 NSS1/2, EHT 20/40/80/160/320) - 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 Mb |
| Shipping weight | 0.73 kg |
| Package size | 140 × 140 × 69 mm |
Questions about this item
Does the USB PD power supply need replacement after a certain period?
The unit draws up to 18 W and accepts USB PD at 5/9/12 V, 15 W standard or 20 W enhanced mode, so any compatible PD source can replace the original supply if it fails.
What limits throughput first during a long 6 GHz transfer at 320 MHz bandwidth?
The 5 GbE port (USB 3.2 Gen 2) caps wired output at 5 Gbps while the 6 GHz radio can reach 5.8 Gbps, so the Ethernet link becomes the bottleneck.
How much heat does the adapter produce when running continuously at maximum throughput?
Maximum power consumption is 18 W, so sustained operation dissipates roughly that much heat; the 117 × 117 × 42.5 mm enclosure has no active cooling.
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