Ubiquiti UAP-AC-IW User manual

Cover Plate UAP-AC-IW Back Plate
Wall-Mount Screws (Qty. 4) Torx Screws (Qty. 2) Phillips Screws (Qty. 2)
Package Contents
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Torx Security Screw Phillips Security Screw
Installation Requirements
IMPORTANT: UniFi Controller v5.4 is recommended for managing the UAP-
AC-IW and is available for download at: ui.com/download/unifi
Pre-installed electrical wall box
Category 5 (or above) UTP cabling approved for indoor use
Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
T10 Torx bit (for Torx Screw option)
UniFi Switch with PoE
System Requirements
Linux, Mac OS X, or Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
Java Runtime Environment 1.6 (1.8 or newer recommended)
Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have limited functionality.)
UniFi Controller software v5.4 or newer (available at: ui.com/download/unifi)
Hardware Overview
IMPORTANT: The UAP-AC-IW requires a UniFi Switch with PoE for power.
Passive PoE adapters are not recommended.
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PoE In + Data
Back Panel
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Security Screw
PoE Out + Data
10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data and 802.3at PoE+ input. The UAP-AC-IW
itself requires 7W.
802.3at PoE+ input is required to use PoE passthrough. Connect this port to a UniFi
Switch with PoE that is connected to your LAN and DHCP server.
Bottom Panel
(Optional) The Security Screw secures the Cover Plate after installation. You have
the option to use the included Torx (shown) or Phillips Security Screw.
10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data and PoE passthrough (requires 802.3at
PoE+ input). The maximum PoE passthrough output is 12W.
Note: To power and connect an 802.3af device to the LAN, you must use
802.3at PoE+ input.
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Reset
Data
The Reset button serves two functions for the UAP-AC-IW:
Restart Press and release the Reset button quickly.
Restore to Factory Default Settings Press and hold the Reset button for more than
five seconds.
10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data only. Used to connect a client device to the
LAN.
LED
Security Tab
In addition to the optional Security Screw, the Security Tab helps to secure the Cover
Plate after installation. If you need to remove it, use a flathead screwdriver to depress
the Security Tab while detaching the Cover Plate:
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Back Plate
The Back Plate offers a variety of mounting holes for use with different wall boxes. Here
are a few examples with the appropriate mounting holes outlined in blue:
USA or China
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Europe
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Hardware Installation
An electrical wall box should be pre-installed with an Ethernet cable running from the
box to a UniFi Switch with PoE.
1.
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Optional
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Software Installation
Download and install the latest version of the UniFi Controller software. Launch it and
follow the on-screen instructions. The software and step-by-step instructions in the User
Guide are available at: ui.com/download/unifi
After you have installed the software and run the UniFi Installation Wizard, a login
screen will appear for the UniFi Controller management interface. Enter the username
and password that you created and click Sign In.
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You can manage your wireless network 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.
Mobile App Installation
Ubiquiti also offers the UniFi app, which is available from the App Store® (iOS) or
Google Play™ Store (Android). You can use it to provision a UniFi AP for basic
functionality without configuring a UniFi Controller. It also allows seamless provisioning
of APs for remote controllers (controllers not on the same Layer 2 network) and easy
access to local controllers and those monitored on unifi.ui.com
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Specifications
UAP-AC-IW
Dimensions 139.7 x 86.7 x 25.75 mm
(5.5 x 3.41 x 1.01")
Weight 200 g (6.43 oz)
Networking Interface (3) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports
Button(s) Reset
Power Method 802.3at PoE+ Supported
Power Supply UniFi Switch (PoE)
Power Save Supported
PoE Out 48V Passthrough (Pins 1, 2+; 3, 6-)
Max. Power
Consumption
with PoE
Passthrough
7W
19W*
Max. TX Power
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
20 dBm
20 dBm
MIMO
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
2 x 2
2 x 2
Max. Data Speed
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
300 Mbps
866.7 Mbps
Max. Range 100 m (328')
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UAP-AC-IW
Antennas (1) Dual-Band Antenna, Single-Polarity
Antenna Gain
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
1 dBi
2 dBi
Wi-Fi Standards 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Security WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise
(WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)
Mounting 1-Gang Electrical Wall Box (Not Included)
Operating Temperature -10 to 50° C (14 to 122° F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Certifications CE, FCC, IC
* Requires 802.3at PoE+ switch.
Operating Frequency (MHz)
US/CA 2400 - 2483.5
U-NII-1 5150 - 5250
U-NII-2A 5250 - 5350
U-NII-2C 5470 - 5725
U-NII-3 5725 - 5850
Worldwide 2400 - 2483.5
5150 - 5875
Safety Notices
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