Product Description

The Ubiquiti airMAX NanoStation M2, designated by the model manufacture part number NSM2, stands as a pivotal component within Ubiquiti Networks’ esteemed portfolio of wireless networking devices. Tailored for the innovative airMAX protocol technology, the NanoStation M2 is engineered to deliver unparalleled point-to-point (PtP) and point-to-multipoint (PtMP) network solutions, catering primarily to the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This particular band selection makes the NSM2 versatile for a wide array of applications, from broadband home access to CCTV surveillance link-ups, especially in areas where the 5 GHz spectrum may be congested or unsuitable. In a PtP setup, the NanoStation M2 is used to create a direct wireless link between two points. This requires two NanoStation M2 units: one configured as a transmitter and the other as a receiver. Each unit can’t function in a PtP configuration by itself; it needs to be paired with another unit. This configuration is often used to connect two separate networks or buildings over a distance where laying physical cables is impractical.For PtMP applications, the NanoStation M2 can serve as either the base station (access point) or as a client (station) that connects to a base station along with other clients. The base station requires client devices to distribute its signal effectively, meaning it doesn’t work "by itself" in the traditional sense but as part of a larger network structure. Central to the NSM2’s design philosophy is its integrated dual-polarity 11 dBi gain antenna, which significantly enhances its ability to communicate over distances up to 15 kilometers with clear line-of-sight conditions. This is achieved through the combination of advanced antenna technology and Ubiquiti’s proprietary airMAX Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) protocol. The TDMA protocol revolutionizes the way data is transmitted and received by organizing data into specified time slots that rotate, thereby reducing latency and improving the efficiency and throughput of the network. This methodical organization ensures that each client device receives and transmits data in a highly efficient manner, virtually eliminating collision and signal interference commonly experienced in non-TDMA networks.