MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD SXTsq Lite5 in Kenya

The MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD, officially known as the SXTsq Lite5, is a compact outdoor 5GHz wireless CPE designed for point-to-point links, point-to-multipoint client connections and wireless backbone applications. MikroTik equips it with a built-in 16dBi dual-chain directional antenna, 5GHz 802.11a/n wireless and RouterOS. 

MikroTik specifically describes the SXTsq Lite5 as suitable for point-to-point links of up to 12 kilometres or as a CPE unit. That figure depends on clear line of sight, interference, antenna alignment, legal transmit-power limits and other installation conditions, so it should be treated as a design capability rather than a guaranteed range. 

Its compact 129 × 129 × 34mm enclosure, passive PoE input and IP54 outdoor rating make it particularly useful for connecting buildings, CCTV networks, schools, farms, offices, warehouses, hotels and remote facilities where installing fibre or Ethernet between locations would be difficult.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD Key Features

5GHz 300Mbps Wireless N Connectivity

The SXTsq Lite5 operates on the 5GHz band and supports IEEE 802.11a/n.

MikroTik lists a maximum wireless data rate of 300Mbps, using two wireless chains. 

The international RBSXTsq5nD version supports frequencies from approximately 5150MHz to 5875MHz, although the frequencies that may legally be used depend on local regulatory rules and RouterOS country configuration. 

The 300Mbps figure refers to the theoretical wireless PHY rate. Actual usable throughput is lower and can be constrained by radio conditions and, importantly, the device's 10/100Mbps Ethernet port.

16dBi Integrated Directional Antenna

The RBSXTsq5nD has a built-in 16dBi directional antenna.

This means an external antenna is not required for a normal installation. The radio and antenna are integrated into the same outdoor enclosure, helping simplify deployment and alignment. 

MikroTik's official brochure lists an antenna beamwidth of approximately 23 degrees.

A directional antenna concentrates wireless energy toward the remote site, making the unit suitable for:

• Building-to-building links

• CCTV backhaul

• Wireless ISP CPE

• Office links

• School campus networks

• Farm connectivity

• Hotel and resort links

• Warehouse networks

Up to 12km Point-to-Point Wireless Links

One of the main applications of the SXTsq Lite5 is point-to-point wireless bridging.

MikroTik states that it is suitable for PtP links of up to 12 kilometres. 

A typical installation looks like:

Main Router → RBSXTsq5nD A )))))) 5GHz Wireless Link (((((( RBSXTsq5nD B → Remote Switch

For example, an organisation could have fibre internet in one building and use a pair of SXTsq Lite5 units to extend connectivity to another building several kilometres away.

Important Range Considerations

The 12km figure requires suitable conditions, including:

• Clear line of sight

• Adequate Fresnel-zone clearance

• Correct radio alignment

• Low interference

• Appropriate channel configuration

• Suitable mounting height

• Correct transmit power

• Stable mounting structures

Trees, buildings, hills and significant RF interference can reduce achievable distance and throughput.

Point-to-Point Wireless Bridge

The RBSXTsq5nD can be configured as part of a transparent wireless bridge between two sites.

MikroTik's SXTsq documentation states that the series can be used as a CPE or for point-to-point links, including using RouterOS wireless bridge mode for single-client PtP scenarios.

Typical topology:

Building A LAN
↓
PoE Injector
↓
SXTsq Lite5 A
↓
5GHz Wireless Link
↓
SXTsq Lite5 B
↓
Remote Switch / Router
↓
Building B LAN

This can carry normal Ethernet traffic between the sites.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD for CCTV

The SXTsq Lite5 is particularly useful for wireless CCTV backhaul.

Example:

Remote Cameras → PoE Switch → SXTsq Lite5 )))) SXTsq Lite5 → Main Network → NVR

This can help connect cameras installed at:

• Gates

• Farms

• Perimeter walls

• Warehouses

• Parking areas

• Construction sites

• Remote buildings

• Security posts

The required bandwidth should be calculated from the number of cameras, resolution, codec, frame rate and average bitrate.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD for Building-to-Building Internet

A common installation is extending internet from one building to another.

Example:

Fibre Router → SXTsq Lite5 → Wireless Bridge → SXTsq Lite5 → Access Point

The remote location can then receive internet for:

• Computers

• Wi-Fi access points

• CCTV

• VoIP phones

• Printers

• Smart devices

• Network storage

Because the SXTsq Lite5 has only a 100Mbps Ethernet interface, it should not be chosen where the objective is to transport several hundred megabits per second.

10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Port

One of the most important specifications to understand is that the RBSXTsq5nD has one 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. 

This means the wired interface is limited to Fast Ethernet.

Even though the wireless radio advertises a theoretical rate of up to 300Mbps, the Ethernet port creates an approximate 100Mbps wired ceiling before protocol overhead.

For modern high-speed networks, this can become a major bottleneck.

Practical Implication

If you have:

20Mbps internet: suitable.

50Mbps internet: suitable.

100Mbps internet: potentially suitable, but Ethernet overhead limits full line-rate delivery.

200Mbps internet: the Ethernet interface becomes a significant bottleneck.

500Mbps or 1Gbps internet: use a newer Gigabit Ethernet MikroTik model instead.

Passive PoE Power

The SXTsq Lite5 is powered using passive PoE.

MikroTik specifies:

The package includes a 24V 0.38A power adapter and PoE injector, allowing power and Ethernet connectivity to reach the outdoor unit through the network cable. 

Passive PoE should not automatically be treated as interchangeable with IEEE 802.3af/at PoE. Always check voltage and pinout before connecting third-party PoE equipment.

Outdoor IP54 Design

The SXTsq Lite5 is designed for outdoor deployment and carries an IP54 rating. 

It can operate in temperatures from approximately -40°C to 70°C, according to MikroTik's published specifications.

The outdoor design makes it suitable for:

• Rooftops

• Poles

• Towers

• Building walls

• Outdoor masts

• Farm installations

Correct cable entry, grounding, surge protection and mounting practices remain important for long-term reliability.

Compact 129 × 129 × 34mm Design

The RBSXTsq5nD measures only 129 × 129 × 34mm. 

MikroTik redesigned the SXTsq platform to be significantly thinner than the older SXT Lite5 while retaining a 16dBi antenna.

This reduces wind loading and makes it easier to install discreetly on:

• Poles

• Rooftops

• Wall brackets

• Masts

• Towers

MikroTik QuickMount Pro Compatibility

The SXTsq Lite5 can be attached directly to horizontal or vertical poles.

For more precise adjustment, MikroTik recommends the separately available QuickMount Pro, which allows the radio to be adjusted through multiple angles for improved alignment. 

This is particularly useful on long-distance PtP links where small alignment changes can significantly affect signal strength and modulation rates.

RouterOS Level 3

The RBSXTsq5nD ships with RouterOS and a Level 3 licence. 

RouterOS provides access to features such as:

• Wireless configuration

• Bridge configuration

• VLANs

• IP addressing

• Routing

• Firewall

• Monitoring

• SNMP

• Bandwidth management

• Scripts

• Logging

• Diagnostic tools

The Level 3 licence is particularly appropriate for CPE and point-to-point station applications.

Users needing more flexible AP functionality should consider models with a higher RouterOS licence level.

CPU, RAM and Storage

The RBSXTsq5nD uses relatively modest hardware because it was designed primarily as an affordable outdoor CPE.

This is sufficient for its intended CPE and basic bridging applications but should not be compared directly with modern ARM-based Wi-Fi 6 MikroTik platforms.

Wireless Signal Specifications

MikroTik publishes the following representative radio figures:

Actual permitted transmit power can be constrained by country regulations, frequency selection and antenna gain.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD for Fibre Internet

The device can extend a fibre connection between two buildings.

Example:

Fibre ONT → Router → SXTsq Lite5 A → Wireless → SXTsq Lite5 B → Remote Network

It can work well for lower-speed fibre packages.

However, customers with fibre speeds substantially above 100Mbps should consider the Fast Ethernet limitation before choosing this model.

For high-bandwidth applications, a modern Gigabit model provides a better upgrade path.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD for Starlink

The RBSXTsq5nD can also transport a Starlink connection between two locations.

Typical topology:

Starlink → Router → SXTsq Lite5 A )))) SXTsq Lite5 B → Remote Building

This can be useful on:

• Farms

• Compounds

• Camps

• Schools

• Construction sites

• Hotels

• Lodges

• Remote offices

However, modern Starlink speeds can exceed the practical capacity of the SXTsq Lite5's 100Mbps Ethernet port.

For new Starlink installations where maximum throughput matters, a newer Gigabit model is normally preferable.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD for Wireless ISPs

The SXTsq Lite5 can function as a low-cost CPE for WISP networks.

A typical architecture could be:

WISP Base Station → 5GHz Wireless → SXTsq Lite5 → Subscriber Router

Its directional 16dBi antenna helps focus reception toward the provider's tower.

The RouterOS Level 3 licence is well suited to this CPE-oriented role.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD vs SXTsq 5 High Power

MikroTik describes the High Power version as providing greater transmit power than the Lite5, although the High Power model is now officially marked discontinued. 

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD vs SXTsq 5 ac

The SXTsq 5 ac is considerably faster and includes Gigabit Ethernet, but MikroTik currently marks that model as discontinued. 

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD vs SXTsq 5 ax

For new higher-performance deployments, the most important comparison is with the current SXTsq 5 ax.

The newer SXTsq 5 ax supports Wi-Fi 6, Gigabit Ethernet and a much more capable ARM platform. MikroTik says it has been field-tested at around 3km in high-interference urban environments and is capable of 10+km line-of-sight links under suitable conditions. 

For a completely new deployment where budget permits, the SXTsq 5 ax is generally the stronger long-term option.

Advantages of MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD

The RBSXTsq5nD remains attractive because it provides:

• Integrated 16dBi directional antenna

• Up to 12km PtP design capability

• 5GHz operation

• Dual-chain N300 wireless

• Compact outdoor enclosure

• Passive PoE

• Low 6W power consumption

• RouterOS

• Affordable CPE design

• IP54 weather protection

• Simple pole mounting

• CCTV backhaul capability

• Building-to-building connectivity

Limitations of MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD

Its main limitations are important for modern buyers:

• Fast Ethernet only

• Wi-Fi 4 rather than Wi-Fi 5/6

• 300Mbps theoretical wireless rate

• RouterOS Level 3

• Older single-core MIPS hardware

• No Gigabit Ethernet

• No Wi-Fi 6

• Requires accurate directional alignment

• Range depends strongly on line of sight

• Not ideal for modern 200Mbps+ internet links

The 100Mbps Ethernet port is usually the most important limitation to consider.

Who Should Buy the MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD?

The SXTsq Lite5 makes sense for customers who need:

Basic PtP links where throughput requirements remain below Fast Ethernet capacity.

CCTV backhaul with moderate camera traffic.

Wireless ISP CPE for 5GHz subscriber connections.

Building connectivity for ordinary internet and LAN access.

Remote farm or gate connectivity where long range matters more than very high bandwidth.

For new high-throughput networks, Gigabit Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 MikroTik equipment should also be considered.

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD Installation

A typical point-to-point installation requires two compatible radios, one on each end.

Site A

Router / Switch → PoE Injector → Outdoor Ethernet → RBSXTsq5nD

Wireless Link

SXTsq Lite5 A )))))))))) SXTsq Lite5 B

Site B

RBSXTsq5nD → Ethernet → Switch / Router / Access Point

Both radios should be securely mounted and accurately aligned.

For long-distance installations, elevation, Fresnel-zone clearance and RF interference should be checked before finalising the link.

What Is Included in the Box?

MikroTik lists the following with the SXTsq Lite5:

The QuickMount Pro is a separate accessory and is not part of the standard package. 

MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD Price in Kenya

The MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD price in Kenya varies according to stock availability, supplier, import costs and whether the requirement involves one unit or a complete pair for a point-to-point installation.

For Orbitlink Solutions:

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current RBSXTsq5nD price and stock availability.

A complete PtP installation may additionally require:

• Two SXTsq Lite5 units

• Outdoor Ethernet cable

• Poles or mounting hardware

• Surge protection

• Switches

• Installation

• Configuration

• Alignment

• Site survey

Why Buy MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD from Orbitlink Solutions?

Orbitlink Solutions can help customers select the correct MikroTik wireless equipment according to the distance, bandwidth requirement, terrain, line of sight, application and existing internet connection.

For some projects, the RBSXTsq5nD is sufficient. For others, particularly high-speed fibre or Starlink links, a newer model such as the SXTsq 5 ax may make more sense because it provides Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6.

This helps avoid installing a wireless link that works technically but becomes an unnecessary network bottleneck.

Watch the MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD Video

The MikroTik SXTsq Lite5 RBSXTsq5nD is primarily designed as an affordable outdoor 5GHz CPE and point-to-point device. Its integrated 16dBi antenna removes the need to purchase a separate directional antenna, while passive PoE makes installation on rooftops, poles and masts relatively straightforward. MikroTik specifically rates the unit for PtP links reaching up to 12km under appropriate conditions.

Its biggest consideration today is not wireless range but network capacity. The 5GHz radio supports theoretical N300 speeds, but the device has only one 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. This means installations intended to carry high-speed fibre or Starlink connections should be assessed carefully before choosing the SXTsq Lite5. 

For CCTV backhaul, moderate-speed building links, WISP client connections and other applications that do not require more than Fast Ethernet capacity, the RBSXTsq5nD can still be a practical solution. For new higher-performance installations, Orbitlink Solutions can compare it with the current SXTsq 5 ax, which offers Wi-Fi 6, Gigabit Ethernet, RouterOS Level 4 and a substantially more powerful hardware platform. 

Frequently Asked Questions About MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD

What is MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD?

The RBSXTsq5nD is the product code for the MikroTik SXTsq Lite5, a compact outdoor 5GHz directional CPE and point-to-point wireless device. 

What frequency does RBSXTsq5nD use?

It operates on 5GHz. The international version supports approximately 5150–5875MHz, subject to country regulations. 

What is the maximum wireless speed?

MikroTik lists a theoretical wireless data rate of up to 300Mbps. 

Is RBSXTsq5nD Wi-Fi 6?

No. It uses Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11a/n. 

Does the RBSXTsq5nD have Gigabit Ethernet?

No. It has one 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet port. 

What antenna does it have?

It has an integrated 16dBi directional antenna. 

How far can MikroTik SXTsq Lite5 work?

MikroTik states that it is suitable for point-to-point links of up to 12km under suitable conditions. 

Does a 12km link always work?

No. Distance depends on line of sight, Fresnel clearance, interference, alignment, mounting height and regulatory power limits.

Can it connect two buildings?

Yes. Building-to-building wireless links are one of its primary applications.

Can RBSXTsq5nD be used for CCTV?

Yes. It can provide wireless backhaul between remote cameras or a PoE switch and the central NVR network.

Can it extend fibre internet?

Yes, provided the bandwidth requirement fits within the unit's Fast Ethernet limitations.

Can it extend Starlink?

Yes, but its 100Mbps Ethernet port can limit faster Starlink connections.

Does RBSXTsq5nD support PoE?

Yes. It accepts 10–30V passive PoE. 

Is the PoE injector included?

Yes. MikroTik lists a PoE injector and 24V power adapter among the included components. 

Is it weatherproof?

It is designed for outdoor use and carries an IP54 rating. 

What RouterOS licence does it have?

It ships with RouterOS Level 3. 

Can RBSXTsq5nD work as a point-to-point bridge?

Yes. MikroTik specifically supports the SXTsq series for point-to-point links.

Which is better: SXTsq Lite5 or SXTsq 5 ax?

The SXTsq Lite5 is a lower-spec Wi-Fi 4/Fast Ethernet device. The current SXTsq 5 ax provides Wi-Fi 6, Gigabit Ethernet, 256MB RAM and RouterOS Level 4, making it much better suited to modern higher-bandwidth installations. 

What is the MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD price in Kenya?

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current price and stock availability.

Buy MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD SXTsq Lite5 in Kenya

The MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD SXTsq Lite5 combines a 5GHz N300 radio, integrated 16dBi directional antenna, passive PoE, RouterOS and outdoor IP54 protection in a compact enclosure. It is particularly useful for affordable building-to-building links, CCTV backhaul, WISP CPE installations and other moderate-bandwidth outdoor wireless applications. 

Its key limitation is the 10/100Mbps Ethernet interface. Customers planning a new link for fast fibre, Starlink or bandwidth-intensive business networking should compare the SXTsq Lite5 against current Gigabit alternatives such as the Wi-Fi 6 SXTsq 5 ax before purchasing.

Contact Orbitlink Solutions

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Email: info@orbitlinksolutions.co.ke
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Availability: Nairobi pickup and nationwide delivery

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current MikroTik RBSXTsq5nD price in Kenya, stock availability, point-to-point equipment selection, configuration and installation guidance.