Ubiquiti UAP User manual

Enterprise WiFi System
Models:
UAP/UAP-LR (Long Range)

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 a web browser. The UniFi
Controller 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, model UAP, and the UniFi AP Long
Range, model UAP-LR. This Quick Start Guide will refer to both
models as the UniFi AP. The UniFi AP can be powered by the
included PoE Adapter or a Ubiquiti Networks TOUGHSwitch™.
Package Contents
UniFi AP Mounting Bracket Ceiling Backing Plate
M3x50 Flat Head
Screws (Qty. 3)
M3 Keps Nuts
(Qty. 3)
M2.9x20 Screws
(Qty. 3)
M3x20 Screw
Anchors (Qty. 3)
Enterprise WiFi System
Models: UAP
UAP-LR (Long Range)
PoE Adapter
(24V, 0.5A)
Power Cord Quick Start Guide
TERMS OF USE: All Ethernet cabling runs must use CAT5 (or above). It is the customer’s
responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency
channels, output power, indoor cabling requirements, and Dynamic Frequency Selection
(DFS) requirements.

System Requirements
• Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or
MacOSX
• 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)
• A management station computer running the UniFi
Controller software, located either onsite and connected to
the same Layer-2 network, or off-site in a cloud or NOC
or
Router
O-Site
Cloud/NOC2
On-Site
Management Station
Wired UAP/UAP-LR
Wireless
Uplinked1
UAP/UAP-LR
Sample Network Diagram
1. To set up wireless-linked APs, refer to the User Guide on the website:
documentation.ubnt.com/unifi.
2. All UniFi APs support off-site management controllers. See the User
Guide for setup details.

Hardware Overview
LED
LED Color Status
Flashing Amber Initializing.
Steady Amber Factory default, waiting to be integrated.
Alternating
Amber/Green
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 Green
This is used to locate an AP.
When you click Locate in the UniFi
Controller software, the AP will flash. It
will also display the location of the AP on
the map.
Steady Green
Indicates the device has been successfully
integrated into a network and is working
properly.
Steady Green
with occasional
flashing
Indicates the device is in an isolated state
(all WLANs are brought down until an
uplink is found).

Ports
Ethernet Port Reset Button
Locking
Notch
Ethernet The Ethernet port is used to connect the power and
should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server. Power can
be provided by either of the following:
• Included PoE Adapter
• Ubiquiti Networks TOUGHSwitch PRO, model TS-8-PRO
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 then five seconds.
Locking
Clip
Mounting
Bracket
Locking Clip During installation, the Locking Clip on the
Mounting Bracket locks into the Locking Notch on the UniFi AP
to help prevent theft.

Installation Requirements
• CAT5/6 cable
• Phillips screwdriver
• Drill and drill bit (6 mm for wall-mounting or 3 mm for
ceiling-mounting)
• Optional: Drywall or keyhole saw (to cut 25 mm hole for
Ethernet cable feed)
Hardware Installation
The UniFi AP can be mounted to 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 three holes on the wall. Use a
6mm drill bit to drill the holes.
Optional 25 mm Hole for
Ethernet Cable Feed through Wall
3. If your Ethernet cable feeds through the wall, then cut or
drill a circle approximately 25 mm in diameter, just below
the bottom center of the Mounting Bracket (as shown
above). Then feed the CAT5/6 cable through the hole.

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 the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.

6. Align the notch on the UniFi AP with the notch on the
Mounting Bracket.
7. Turn the UniFi AP clockwise until it locks into place.

Ceiling Mount
1. Remove the ceiling tile.
2. Place the Mounting Bracket in the center of the ceiling tile.
Mark the three 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.

4. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the ceiling tile using
the Ceiling Backing Plate, M3x50 Flathead Screws, and
M3Keps Nuts. Then feed the Ethernet cable through the
25mmhole.