Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi® Enterprise WiFi System. This system includes the UniFi Controller software, which allows you to manage your wireless network using a web browser. The software and User Guide are available for download at: downloads.ubnt.com/unifi This Quick Start Guide includes the warranty terms and is for use with the UniFi AP-AC, model UAP-AC.
System Requirements • Microsoft Windows 7/8, Mac OS X, or Linux • Java Runtime Environment 1.6 (or above) • Web Browser: Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, or Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 (or above) Network Topology Requirements • A DHCP-enabled network (for the AP to obtain an IP address as well as for the wireless clients after deployment) •...
Hardware Overview LED Color Status Factory default, waiting to be integrated. White Initializing. Flashing White Device is busy; do not touch or unplug it. Alternating This usually indicates that a process such White/Blue as a firmware upgrade is taking place. Indicates the device has been successfully Blue integrated into a network and is working...
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LAN and DHCP server. Power can be provided by any of the following: • Gigabit PoE Adapter (included) • PoE+ 802.3at compliant switch • Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Switch Secondary The Secondary port is a Gigabit Ethernet port used for bridging.
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.
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4. Insert the Screw Anchors into the 6 mm holes. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the wall by inserting the Screws into the anchors. 5. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Main port. If the feed is along the mounting surface, feed the cable through the Cable Feed of the UniFi AP.
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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.
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 feed. 25 mm Hole for Ethernet Cable Feed 3.
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4. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the ceiling tile using the Ceiling Backing Plate, Flat Head Screws, and Keps Nuts. Then feed the Ethernet cable through the 25 mm hole.
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5. Set the ceiling tile back into place. 6. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Main port. 7. Align the slots on the UniFi AP with the tabs on the Mounting Bracket.
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Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable coming from the Main port on the UniFi AP directly to a PoE+ port on one of the following: • PoE+ 802.3at compliant switch • Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Switch UniFi Switch Power Connection Diagram...
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Connecting to the PoE Adapter 1. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable coming from the Main port on the UniFi AP to the Ethernet port labeled POE on the Gigabit PoE Adapter. 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your LAN to the Ethernet port labeled LAN on the Gigabit PoE Adapter.
Software Installation Download and install the latest version of the UniFi Controller software at: downloads.ubnt.com/unifi Launch the software and follow the on-screen instructions. Step-by-step instructions are available in the User Guide located on our website: documentation.ubnt.com/unifi After you have installed the software and run the UniFi Installation Wizard, a login screen will appear for the UniFi Controller management interface.
Specifications UniFi AP-AC (UAP-AC) Dimensions 200 x 204 x 27 mm (7.87 x 8.03 x 1.06") Weight 508 g (566 g with Mounting Kits) 1.12 lb (1.25 lb with Mounting Kits) Networking Interface (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports Buttons Reset Antennas 2.4 GHz 3 Integrated (Supports 3x3 MIMO with Spatial Diversity)
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.
UBIQUITI NETWORKS under normal use and operation. UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ sole and exclusive obligation and liability under the foregoing warranty shall be for UBIQUITI NETWORKS, at its discretion, to repair or replace any Product that fails to conform to the above warranty during the above warranty period.
SUBJECT TO LIMITATIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS AND OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN THE USE OF COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES. UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS, DELIVERY FAILURES, DATA LOSS, CONTENT CORRUPTION, PACKET LOSS, OR OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
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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. Some countries, states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Industry Canada CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference, and This device must accept any interference, including interference that...
CE Marking CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it. Alert Sign (!) Follows CE Marking Alert sign must be indicated if a restriction on use applied to the product and it must follow the CE marking.
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Español La Directiva 2002/96/CE de la UE exige que los equipos que lleven este símbolo en el propio aparato y/o en su embalaje no deben eliminarse junto con otros residuos urbanos no seleccionados. El símbolo indica que el producto en cuestión debe separarse de los residuos domésticos convencionales con vistas a su eliminación.
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