HOLY $H!T - Long Distance Wi-Fi (Up to 25 KILOMETER range!?)

This video investigates whether Ubiquiti’s Powerbeam AC can sustain a long distance wireless link, potentially up to 25 kilometers, by showcasing a practical, near-field test in a parking lot. The host begins by detailing the goal of sharing a gigabit style connection between two distant points and sets up one Powerbeam AC unit at the office with its companion at a nearby testing location. The setup process is described step by step: assembling the dish, mounting hardware, configuring power over ethernet, and establishing initial network parameters, including IP addresses and gateway. The narrative then shifts to configuring the devices for a point-to-point wireless link, adjusting SSIDs, security, and power output to suit close-range testing, and finally connecting the second dish to form a working link. Once the link is established, speed tests are run to assess both uplink and downlink performance, revealing that while the theoretical 450 Mbps is not reached at the tested distance, the result is still impressively robust with stable connectivity and usable throughput. The video concludes with reflections on real-world applicability, including how alignment and environmental factors influence results, and invites viewers to participate in the discussion and check out related content and affiliate links. Overall, the presenter demonstrates that the Powerbeam AC can create a functional long-distance link under practical conditions, while acknowledging the gap between theoretical maxima and real-world performance and offering practical tips for those attempting similar deployments.

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