MikroTik mANTBox ax 15s Sector AP in Lebanon
MikroTik mANTBox ax 15s: WiFi 6 Integrated Sector for Lebanese WISPs
The MikroTik mANTBox ax 15s (model L22UGS-5HaxD2HaxD-15S) combines a dual-band WiFi 6 radio with a built-in 15 dBi sector antenna and a 2.5G SFP port in a single weatherproof unit. It is MikroTik's current-generation all-in-one sector base station, purpose-built for WISP point-to-multipoint deployments covering distances up to 20 km.
The older mANTBox 2 12s (model RB911G-2HPnD-12S) serves a different niche — 2.4 GHz only with a 12 dBi 120° sector, 802.11b/g/n radio, and a single Gigabit Ethernet port. It remains useful for 2.4 GHz-only subscriber bases or as a legacy replacement.
HI-GAIN stocks both mANTBox models at our Dora, Beirut warehouse. We support Lebanese WISPs with deployment planning, antenna selection, and bulk pricing for multi-tower rollouts.
mANTBox ax 15s vs mANTBox 2 12s — Full Comparison
| Specification | mANTBox ax 15s | mANTBox 2 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Model Code | L22UGS-5HaxD2HaxD-15S | RB911G-2HPnD-12S |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) dual-band | 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz only) |
| 2.4 GHz Gain / Speed | 12 dBi / 574 Mbps | 12 dBi / 300 Mbps |
| 5 GHz Gain / Speed | 15 dBi / 2400 Mbps | N/A |
| Sector Beamwidth | 60° (5 GHz) / 90° (2.4 GHz) | 120° |
| CPU | IPQ-5010, 2-core 800 MHz | AR9342, 600 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Ethernet | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| SFP Port | 1x 2.5G SFP | None |
| USB | 1x USB Type A | None |
| PoE Input | Passive 18-28V (PoE injector included) | 802.3af/at |
| Max Power Draw | 21W | 11W |
| IP Rating | IP55 | IP54 |
| Range | Up to 20 km | Up to 10 km |
| RouterOS License | Level 4 | Level 4 |
Why the mANTBox ax 15s is the Right Sector for New Lebanese WISP Deployments
Single-Unit Base Station
The mANTBox ax 15s eliminates three separate components that a traditional sector setup requires: the sector antenna, the outdoor radio, and the mounting bracket. Everything ships in one box with a Gigabit PoE injector, power supply, hose clamp, and MikroTik quickMOUNT pro. A single technician can mount and configure a complete sector in under 45 minutes — saving labor costs on multi-tower Lebanese WISP deployments.
Dual-Band Simultaneous Operation
The ax 15s runs 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz simultaneously. Use 5 GHz (15 dBi, 60° sector) for high-speed subscriber links and 2.4 GHz (12 dBi, 90° sector) for legacy clients or longer-range subscribers behind foliage. In areas like the Shouf Mountains or Bekaa Valley where tree cover partially obstructs line of sight, 2.4 GHz penetrates vegetation better than 5 GHz.
2.5G SFP for Fiber Backhaul
The integrated SFP port accepts 1G or 2.5G SFP modules for direct fiber connection to your core network. This is critical at tower sites where running Ethernet cable from the antenna to the shelter introduces latency and distance limitations. A single fiber run from the CRS326 switch in the shelter to the mANTBox on the mast eliminates copper entirely.
Upgrading from the mANTBox 2 12s
The mANTBox 2 12s served Lebanese WISPs well as a budget 2.4 GHz sector, but its limitations are now acute. The 802.11n radio caps at 300 Mbps PHY rate, the 64 MB RAM struggles with more than 15-20 connected clients running RouterOS features, and 2.4 GHz spectrum in urban Beirut and Tripoli is saturated with interference from neighboring networks.
The mANTBox ax 15s upgrade path is straightforward. The quickMOUNT pro bracket is compatible with the same pole clamp. Swap the unit, re-aim using the 5 GHz radio, and migrate subscriber CPEs to 5 GHz. Subscribers using older 802.11n CPEs can remain on the 2.4 GHz interface during the transition period.
Tower Site Layout for Lebanese WISPs
A typical 3-sector mANTBox ax 15s deployment covers 180° of terrain (three 60° sectors). For full 360° coverage, install six units. Each sector connects via SFP fiber to a CRS326-24G-2S+RM aggregation switch in the shelter, which uplinks to a CCR2004 core router for PPPoE subscriber management and traffic shaping.
Power budget: six mANTBox ax 15s units draw 126W maximum (21W each). A netPower 16P outdoor switch at the base of the tower can power all six sectors via PoE, with its SFP+ uplinks carrying aggregated traffic back to the shelter.
Where to Buy MikroTik mANTBox in Lebanon
HI-GAIN stocks the mANTBox ax 15s and mANTBox 2 12s at our Dora, Beirut warehouse. We offer bulk pricing for WISP operators deploying multiple sectors across towers in Mount Lebanon, Bekaa, and the North. Browse all MikroTik products, check real-time stock, or call +961 3 337 666.