Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi® Cloud Key. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through installation and also includes warranty terms. Package Contents UniFi Cloud Key Ethernet Cable Model: UC-CK microSD Card Quick Start Guide...
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Network Topology Requirement A DHCP-enabled network (for the UniFi Cloud Key to obtain an IP address) UAP-AC-LR UAP-PRO UAP-AC Outdoor UniFi Switch UniFi Cloud Key UniFi Security Gateway PRO Internet Sample Network Diagram All UniFi devices also support off-site management controllers.
Hardware Overview Front Panel LED LED Color Status White Factory defaults. Flashing White Initializing. Device is busy; do not touch or Alternating unplug it. This usually indicates White/Blue that a process such as a firmware upgrade is taking place. Blue Device is working properly.
This Gigabit Ethernet port is used to connect the power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server. Power can be provided by an 802.3af PoE switch, such as the Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Switch. Bottom Panel Reset Button...
Hardware Installation 1. Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Ethernet port. 2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet Cable to a port on a network switch, such as a UniFi Switch.
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Powering the UniFi Cloud Key Use an 802.3af-compliant switch, such as a UniFi Switch, or a USB power source (not included). UniFi Switch The UniFi Cloud Key can be powered by a UniFi Switch or other 802.3af-compliant switch. UniFi Switch Power Connection Diagram USB Power Source Connect the USB cable (not included) from the UniFi Cloud Key directly to a USB power source...
Software Installation The UniFi Controller software is pre-installed on the UniFi Cloud Key. Use one of the following methods to launch the software: • If you are using Chrome, go to the Chrome Instructions section (recommended). • If you are using a different web browser, go to the Instructions for Other Web Browsers section.
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3. Enter the username and password for your UBNT account. Click Sign In. 4. Click Find Cloud Key. 5. If the Ubiquiti® Device Discovery Tool is already installed, proceed to step 7. If the tool is not installed, you will be prompted...
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6. To install the tool: a. Click Install. b. Click Add app to confirm. 7. The Ubiquiti Device Discovery Tool will search for the UniFi Cloud Key. Select it to continue.
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8. Configure the UniFi Controller: a. Select the appropriate country. b. Select the appropriate time zone. c. Enter an admin name in the Admin Name field and a password in the Password field to use when accessing the management interface. d.
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9. Wait for the UniFi Controller to be adopted, and then select it. 10. Click Launch Site. The UniFi Controller management interface will appear. You can manage your UniFi devices and view network statistics using the UniFi Controller management interface. For information on configuring and using the UniFi Controller software, refer to the User Guide located on our website: documentation.ubnt.com/unifi...
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Instructions for Other Web Browsers 1. Ensure that your host system is on the same Layer-2 network as the UniFi Cloud Key. 2. The UniFi Cloud Key is set to DHCP by default, so it will try to automatically obtain an IP address. Assign a specific IP address to the UniFi Cloud Key, or check the DHCP server for its IP address.
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5. The UniFi Setup Wizard screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions. For step-by-step instructions, refer to the User Guide, which is available at documentation.ubnt.com/unifi After the UniFi Setup Wizard is finished, the UniFi Controller management interface will appear. Log in with the Admin Name and Password that you created, and then you can manage your UniFi devices and view network statistics using the UniFi Controller management interface.
Specifications UC-CK Dimensions 21.7 x 43.4 x 121.9 mm (0.85 x 1.71 x 4.80") Weight 110 g (3.88 oz) Networking Interface (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port Buttons (1) Reset to Defaults Power Method 48V 802.3af or Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return)
Safety Notices Read, follow, and keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. 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.
(the “Product(s)”) 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 and liability under...
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No Products will be accepted for replacement or repair without obtaining a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from UBIQUITI NETWORKS during the warranty period, and the Products being received at UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ facility freight prepaid in accordance with the RMA process of UBIQUITI NETWORKS. Products returned without an RMA number will not be processed and will be returned freight collect or subject to disposal.
CONTENT CORRUPTION, PACKET LOSS, OR OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY OF THE FOREGOING. In addition, UBIQUITI NETWORKS does not warrant that the operation of the Products will be error-free or that operation will be uninterrupted. In no event shall UBIQUITI NETWORKS be responsible for damages or claims of any nature or description relating to system performance, including coverage, buyer’s...
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Note Some countries, states and provinces do not allow exclusions of implied warranties or conditions, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. You may have other rights that vary from country to country, state to state, or province to province.
Compliance Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
CE Marking CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it. RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement English European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste.
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Deutsch Die Europäische Richtlinie 2002/96/EC verlangt, dass technische Ausrüstung, die direkt am Gerät und/oder an der Verpackung mit diesem Symbol versehen ist, nicht zusammen mit unsortiertem Gemeindeabfall entsorgt werden darf. Das Symbol weist darauf hin, dass das Produkt von regulärem Haushaltmüll getrennt entsorgt werden sollte.
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Français La directive européenne 2002/96/CE exige que l’équipement sur lequel est apposé ce symbole sur le produit et/ou son emballage ne soit pas jeté avec les autres ordures ménagères. Ce symbole indique que le produit doit être éliminé dans un circuit distinct de celui pour les déchets des ménages.
Declaration of Conformity Česky UBIQUITI NETWORKS tímto prohlašuje, že toto UBIQUITI NETWORKS zařízení, je ve shod se základními [Czech] požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk Hermed, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, erklærer at denne UBIQUITI NETWORKS enhed, er i overensstemmelse [Danish] med de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i...
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Ελληνική Δια του παρόντος, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, δηλώνει ότι αυτή η συσκευή UBIQUITI NETWORKS, είναι σε [Greek] συμμόρφωση με τις βασικές απαιτήσεις και τις λοιπές σχετικές διατάξεις της οδηγίας 1995/5/ΕΚ. Magyar Ezennel UBIQUITI NETWORKS kijelenti, hogy ez a UBIQUITI NETWORKS készülék megfelel az alapvető...
[Swedish] med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Español Por medio de la presente UBIQUITI NETWORKS declara que este dispositivo UBIQUITI NETWORKS, cumple [Spanish] con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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