Ubiquiti UAP-AC-M-PRO User manual

802.11AC 3x3 MIMO Outdoor
AP with Plug & Play Mesh
Model: UAP-AC-M-PRO
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi®
802.11AC 3x3 MIMO Outdoor Access Point with Plug & Play
Mesh Technology. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide
you through installation and includes warranty terms.
Important: The UAP-AC-M-PRO requires the UniFi Controller
v5.1.1 or newer, available at: downloads.ubnt.com/unifi
Package Contents
UniFi AP Mesh Pro Mounting
Bracket
Pole Clamps
(Qty. 2)
Carriage Bolts
(Qty. 4)
Flange Nuts
(Qty. 4)
Screws
(Qty. 4)
Screw Anchors
(Qty. 4)
802.11AC 3x3 MIMO Outdoor
AP with Plug & Play Mesh
Model: UAP-AC-M-PRO
Gigabit PoE Adapter
(48V, 0.5A)
Power Cord Quick Start
Guide
TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed. Shielded Ethernet
cable and earth grounding must be used as conditions of product warranty. TOUGHCable™
is designed for outdoor installations. It is the customer’s responsibility to follow local country
regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic
Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.
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Installation Requirements
• 13 mm wrench (for pole mounting)
• Cable feed must be pointed downwards when mounted.
• Shielded Category 5 (or above) cabling should be used
for all outdoor wired Ethernet connections and should be
grounded through the AC ground of the PoE.
We recommend that you protect your networks from
harmful outdoor environments and destructive ESD events
with industrial-grade, shielded Ethernet cable from Ubiquiti
Networks. For more details, visit:
www.ubnt.com/toughcable
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 v5.1.1 or newer, available at:
downloads.ubnt.com/unifi
Wireless Adoption Requirements
The UAP-AC-M-PRO supports wireless adoption into your
UniFi Wi-Fi network. This feature requires a currently managed
UniFiAP operating with the following configuration:
• The UniFi AP must be running firmware 3.7.7 or newer
• At least one SSID enabled and operating on 5 GHz band
• The UAP-AC-M-PRO must be within wireless range of the
UniFi AP
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Network Topology Requirements
• A DHCP-enabled network (for the UniFi device to obtain an IP
address as well as for the wireless clients after deployment)
• A UniFi Cloud Key or management station running the UniFi
Controller v5.1.1 (or newer) software, located either on-site
and connected to the same Layer-2 network, or off-site in
the cloud or NOC
US-16-150W
USG-PRO-4
(DHCP Server)
Internet
UAP-AC-PRO
UAP-AC-M-PRO
LAN
WAN
UniFi Cloud Key
(UniFi Controller)
Remote Access to
UniFi Controller
UAP-AC-M-PRO
Sample Network Diagram
All UniFi devices support off-site management controllers.
For setup details, see the User Guide on the website:
documentation.ubnt.com/unifi
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Hardware Overview
LED
Status
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
Used to locate and identify a UniFi device.
When the Locate feature is activated in
the UniFi Controller software, the Status
LED will flash blue. It will also display the
location of the device on the map.
Steady Blue
Indicates the device has been successfully
integrated into a network and is working
properly.
Steady Blue
with occasional
flashing
Indicates the device is in an isolated state
(all WLANs are brought down until an
uplink is found).
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Ports
Main
Ethernet Port
Reset
Button
Secondary
Ethernet Port
Secondary The Secondary port is a Gigabit Ethernet port used
for bridging.
Reset The Reset button serves two functions for the UniFi AP:
• Restart Press and release the Reset button quickly.
• Restore to Factory Default Settings Press and hold the
Reset button for more than five seconds.
Main The Main port is a Gigabit PoE port used to connect the
power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server.
Power can be provided by one of the following:
• Gigabit PoE Adapter (included)
• Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Switch with PoE
• 802.3af/802.3at PoE+ compliant switch
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Hardware Installation
The UAP-AC-M-PRO includes hardware for mounting on a
pole or mast. Alternatively, it can be installed on a wall using
additional fastening hardware.
Pole Mount
1. Insert two Carriage Bolts into each Pole Clamp and attach a
Flange Nut on each bolt.
Note: The mounting assembly can accommodate a
Ø 38 - 76 mm pole.
2. Remove the Mounting Bracket from the back of the UniFi AP
by depressing the two snap pins.
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3. Attach one of the Pole Clamps to the pole by sliding the
Carriage Bolts around the pole and into the top two slots of
the Mounting Bracket.
4. Uniformly hand-tighten each Flange Nut. Ensure the Pole
Clamp is evenly clamped around the pole and tighten each
Flange Nut to approximately 25 N-m.
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second Pole Clamp.
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6. Attach the UniFi AP to the Mounting Bracket:
a. Position the UniFi AP with the Mounting Bracket aligned
between the mounting tabs on the back of the UniFi AP.
b. Slide the UniFi AP downward into the grooves of the
Mounting Bracket until the snap pins engage and lock
the UniFi AP in place.
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Wall Mount
To mount the UniFi AP on a wall, securely attach the Mounting
Bracket to the wall using four fasteners (not included).
Note: The Mounting Bracket must attach directly to a stud
or other structurally stable surface.
1. Locate the stud.
2. Position the Mounting Bracket on the stud, ensuring at least
two holes are centered on the stud.
3. Mark and drill the four holes.
4. Insert the Screw Anchors in the holes as necessary.
5. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the wall the four Screws.
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6. Attach the UniFi AP to the Mounting Bracket:
a. Position the UniFi AP with the Mounting Bracket aligned
between the mounting tabs on the back of the UniFi AP.
b. Slide the UniFi AP downward into the grooves of the
Mounting Bracket until the snap pins engage and lock
the UniFi AP in place.
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Connecting Ethernet
1. Press down on the center of the port cover and slide it
downward to remove it.
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2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Main port.
3. Replace the port cover.
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Powering the UniFi AP
Power the UniFi AP with the included Power Adapter or an
802.3af PoE switch.
Powering with a PoE Adapter
1. Connect the Ethernet cable from the UniFi AP to the POE
port of the Gigabit PoE adapter.
2. (Optional for non-mesh setup) Connect an Ethernet cable
from your LAN to the LAN port of the Gigabit PoE adapter.
3. Connect the Power Cord to the adapter, and then plug the
Power Cord into a power outlet.
Mounting the PoE Adapter (Optional)
1. Remove the PoE Mounting Bracket from the adapter, place
the bracket at the desired location, and mark the two holes.
2. Pre-drill the holes if necessary, and secure the bracket
using two fasteners (not included).
3. Align the slots on the adapter with the tabs of the PoE
Mounting Bracket, and then slide the adapter down.
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Powering with a PoE Switch
Connect the Ethernet cable from the UniFi AP directly to a PoE
port on an 802.3af switch. PoE will automatically be enabled.
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 22
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
SPF1
SPF2
Connected to UniFi Switch, model US-24-250W
Wireless Adoption
See the Wireless Adoption Requirements on page 3 before
proceeding.
1. Ensure the UAP-AC-M-PRO is powered on, and then launch
the UniFi Controller software.
2. Go to the Devices page, and the UAP-AC-M-PRO will show
up as Pending Approval (Wireless).
3. Click Adopt.
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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Software Installation
If you are not running the UniFi Controller software version
5.1.1 or newer, download and install the latest version from:
downloads.ubnt.com/unifi
Launch the software and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step-by-step instructions are available in the User Guide.
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 Log In.
You can adopt devices, manage your wireless network, and
view network statistics using the UniFi Controller management
interface.
Mobile App Installation
Ubiquiti Networks also offers the UniFi mobile 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 both local controllers and those monitored on
unifi.ubnt.com.
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Specifications
UAP-AC-M-PRO
Dimensions 343.2 x 181.2 x 60.2 mm
(13.51 x 7.13 x 2.37")
Weight 633 g (1.40 lb)
Networking Interface (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports
Buttons Reset
Power Method 802.3af PoE
Power Supply 48V, 0.5A PoE Gigabit Adapter (Included)
Supported Voltage Range 44VDC to 57VDC
Max. Power Consumption 9W
Max. TX Power
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
22 dBm
22 dBm
MIMO
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
3 x 3
3 x 3
Throughput Speeds*
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
450 Mbps
1300 Mbps
Range* 183 m (600 ft)
Antennas (3) Dual-Band Internal
Antenna Gain 8 dBi
Wi-Fi Standards 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Security WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA
Enterprise (WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)
BSSID Up to Four per Radio
Mounting Wall/Pole (Pole Kit Included)
Operating Temperature -40 to 70° C (-40 to 158° F)
Operating Humidity 5 - 95% Noncondensing
Certications CE, FCC, IC
* Speed and Range values may vary and are based on optimal environments.
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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. Compliance is required with respect to voltage, frequency, and current
requirements indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connection to a
different power source than those specified may result in improper
operation, damage to the equipment or pose a fire hazard if the
limitations are not followed.
2. There are no operator serviceable parts inside this equipment. Service
should be provided only by a qualified service technician.
3. This equipment is provided with a detachable power cord which has
an integral safety ground wire intended for connection to a grounded
safety outlet.
a. Do not substitute the power cord with one that is not the provided
approved type. Never use an adapter plug to connect to a 2-wire
outlet as this will defeat the continuity of the grounding wire.
b. The equipment requires the use of the ground wire as a part of the
safety certification, modification or misuse can provide a shock
hazard that can result in serious injury or death.
c. Contact a qualified electrician or the manufacturer if there
are questions about the installation prior to connecting the
equipment.
d. Protective earthing is provided by Listed AC adapter. Building
installation shall provide appropriate short-circuit backup
protection.
e. Protective bonding must be installed in accordance with local
national wiring rules and regulations.
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Limited Warranty
UBIQUITI NETWORKS, Inc (“UBIQUITI NETWORKS”) warrants that the
product(s) furnished hereunder (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
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. The expense of removal and
reinstallation of any Product is not included in this warranty. The warranty
period of any repaired or replaced Product shall not extend beyond its
original term.
Warranty Conditions
The above warranty does not apply if the Product:
(I) has been modified and/or altered, or an addition made thereto,
except by Ubiquiti Networks, or Ubiquiti Networks’ authorized
representatives, or as approved by Ubiquiti Networks in writing;
(II) has been painted, rebranded or physically modified in any way;
(III) has been damaged due to errors or defects in cabling;
(IV) has been subjected to misuse, abuse, negligence, abnormal
physical, electromagnetic or electrical stress, including lightning
strikes, or accident;
(V) has been damaged or impaired as a result of using third party
firmware;
(VI) has no original Ubiquiti MAC label, or is missing any other original
Ubiquiti label(s); or
(VII) has not been received by Ubiquiti within 30 days of issuance of
the RMA.
In addition, the above warranty shall apply only if: the product has been
properly installed and used at all times in accordance, and in all material
respects, with the applicable Product documentation; all Ethernet cabling
runs use CAT5 (or above), and for outdoor installations, shielded Ethernet
cabling is used, and for indoor installations, indoor cabling requirements
are followed.
Returns
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.
Information on the RMA process and obtaining an RMA number can be
found at: www.ubnt.com/support/warranty.
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