Enterprise WiFi System Model: UAP-AC
Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks™ UniFi Enterprise WiFi System. The UniFi Enterprise WiFi System includes the UniFi Controller software, which allows you to manage your wireless network using your web browser. This Quick Start Guide is for use with the UniFi AP-AC, model UAP-AC. The UniFi Enterprise WiFi System also includes the necessary hardware for mounting the unit on a wall or a ceiling.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide System Requirements • Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Mac OS X • Java Runtime Environment 1.
Hardware Overview Hardware Overview LED LED Color Status Flashing white Initializing. Steady white Factory default, waiting to be integrated. Alternating white/blue Device is busy; do not touch or unplug it. This usually indicates that a process such as a firmware upgrade is taking place. Quickly flashing blue This is used to locate an AP. Steady blue Indicates the device has been successfully integrated into a network and is working properly.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide Ports Reset Button Main/48V Secondary Reset Main/48V Port Secondary Port Cable Feed Plug Main/48V The Main/48V port is a Gigabit Ethernet port used to connect the power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server. Power can be provided by the following: • PoE GigE Adapter (included) • 48V, 802.3af class 4 compliant switch • 48V, 802.
Installation Requirements Installation Requirements • CAT5/6 cable • Drill and drill bit (6 mm for wall-mounting or 3 mm for ceiling‑mounting) Hardware Installation The UniFi AP can be mounted on the wall or ceiling. Perform the steps for the appropriate installation: Wall Mount 1. Position the Mounting Bracket at the desired location on the wall with the cable feed slot pointed towards the floor. 2. Use a pencil to mark the four holes on the wall. Use a 6 mm drill bit to drill the holes.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide 4. Insert the M3x20 Screw Anchors into the 6 mm holes. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the wall by inserting the M2.9x20 Screws into the anchors. 5. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Main/48V port on the UniFi AP. If the feed is along the mounting surface, feed the cable through the Cable Feed of the UniFi AP.
Hardware Installation 6. Align the slots on the UniFi AP with the tabs on the Mounting Bracket. 7. Slide the UniFi AP down until it locks into place.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide Ceiling Mount 1. Remove the ceiling tile. 2. Place the Ceiling Backing Plate in the center of the ceiling tile. Mark the four mounting screw holes and 25 mm hole for the Ethernet cable. 25 mm Hole for Ethernet Cable Feed 3. Use a 3 mm drill bit to drill the screw holes and cut or drill the 25 mm hole for the Ethernet cable feed.
Hardware Installation 4. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the ceiling tile using the Ceiling Backing Plate, M3x50 Flathead Screws, and M3 Keps Nuts. 5. Feed the Ethernet cable through the 25 mm hole.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide 6. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Main/48V port on the UniFi AP. 7. Align the slots on the UniFi AP with the tabs on the Mounting Bracket.
Powering the UniFi AP 8. Slide the UniFi AP down until it locks into place. Powering the UniFi AP The UniFi AP can be powered directly by a compatible PoE switch or with the included PoE GigE Adapter. Connect to a PoE Switch Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable coming from the Main/48V port on the UniFi AP directly to a PoE port on one of the following: • 48V, 802.3af class 4 compliant switch • 48V, 802.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide Connect to the PoE GigE Adapter 1. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable coming from the Main/48V port on the UniFi AP to the Ethernet port labeled POE on the PoE GigE Adapter. 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your LAN to the Ethernet port labeled LAN on the PoE GigE Adapter. 3. Connect the power cord to the power port on the PoE GigE Adapter. Connect the other end of the power cord to a power outlet.
Software Installation Software Installation Insert the UniFi Controller software CD into your CD-ROM drive and follow the instructions for your specific computer type. Mac Users 1. Click the Install icon. 2. Click Continue and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide 3. Go to Go > Applications and double-click the UniFi icon. Proceed to Configuring the UniFi Controller Software on page 16. PC Users 1. Launch UniFi-installer.exe. 2. Click Install. 3. If your computer doesn't have Java 1.6 or above installed, you will be prompted to install it. Click Install to continue.
Software Installation 4. Click Next. 5. Ensure that the Start UniFi Controller after installation option is checked and click Finish. Note: The UniFi Controller software can also be launched from Start > All Programs.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide Configuring the UniFi Controller Software 1. The UniFi Controller software startup will begin. Click Launch a Browser to Manage Wireless Network. 2. Select your language and country. Click Next. Note: U.S. product versions are locked to the U.S. Country Code to ensure compliance with FCC regulations. 3. Select the devices that you want to configure and click Next.
Software Installation 4. The UniFi Installation Wizard will create a secure primary wireless network for your devices. Perform the following steps: a. Enter the wireless network name (SSID) in the Secure SSID field. b. Enter a passphrase to be used for your primary network. c. If you want to enable guest access, select Enable Guest Access, and enter a guest network name in the Guest SSID field. d. Click Next. 5. Enter an admin name and password to use when accessing the management interface.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide 6. Review your settings. Click Finish to save your settings or Back to make changes. Once finished you will be redirected to the management interface via your web browser. Congratulations, your wireless network is now configured. A login screen will appear for the UniFi Controller management interface. Enter the Admin Name and Password that you created and click Login.
Safety Notices Safety Notices 1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions. 2. Heed all warnings. 3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. WARNING: Do not use this product in location that can be submerged by water. WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Electrical Safety Information 1.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide General Warranty UBIQUITI NETWORKS, Inc (“UBIQUITI NETWORKS”) represents and warrants that the Products furnished hereunder shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment by UBIQUITI NETWORKS under normal use and operation. UBIQUITI NETWORKS sole and exclusive obligation under the foregoing warranty shall be to repair or replace, at its option, any defective Product that fails during the warranty period.
Terms of Use Warranty Conditions The foregoing warranty shall apply only if: (I) The Product has not been subjected to misuse, neglect or unusual physical, electrical or electromagnetic stress, or some other type of accident. (II) No modification, alteration or addition has been made to the Product by persons other than UBIQUITI NETWORKS or UBIQUITI NETWORK’S authorized representatives or otherwise approved by UBIQUITI NETWORKS.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Declaration of Conformity Les antennes utilisées pour cet émetteur doit être installé pour fournir une distance de séparation d'au moins 20 cm de toutes les personnes et ne doit pas être situé ou opérant en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur, sauf dans les cas énumérés à la certification de ce produit. CE Marking CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it.
UniFi™ AP-AC Quick Start Guide Ελληνική [Greek] ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ UBIQUITI NETWORKS ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ UBIQUITI NETWORKS device, ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1995/5/ΕΚ. Magyar [Hungarian] Alulírott, UBIQUITI NETWORKS nyilatkozom, hogy a UBIQUITI NETWORKS device, megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
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