Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Machine User manual

Simply Powerful Networking
Model: UDM

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi®
Dream Machine. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide
you through installation and also includes warrantyterms.
Package Contents
UniFi Dream Machine AC Power Cord
System Requirement
Either of the following is required:
• iOS or Android™Smartphone with UniFi App Installed
• Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have
limited functionality)
IMPORTANT: We strongly recommend using UPS backup
and power regulation to prevent equipment damage due
to stability issues with local AC power.
TERMS OF USE: All Ethernet cabling runs must use CAT5 (or above). It is the professional
installer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal
frequency channels, output power, indoor cabling requirements, and Dynamic Frequency
Selection (DFS) requirements.

Hardware Overview
Ports
LAN
Internet
Power
Interface Description
LAN
RJ45 ports support 10/100/1000 Ethernet
connections. By default, they are set to
DHCP Server with the fallback IP address,
192.168.1.1/24.
Internet
The RJ45 port supports a 10/100/1000
Ethernet connection. Set to DHCP Client
by default.
Power Connect the included AC Power Cord.

System LED
System
Color State Status
White Solid Device is ready to be configured
Flashing Device is booting up
Device is initializing/deinitializing
Heartbeat Firmware update in process
Blue Solid Device is configured and ready
Slow
Flashing
Client connected to device via
Bluetooth (BLE)
Off/White/
Blue
Flashing Device is in recovery mode.
The LED will cycle through a pattern
at one‑second intervals, between
off, white, and blue.

Reset Button
Reset
Button Description
Reset
Resets to factory defaults. The UniFi Dream
Machine should be running after bootup is
complete. Press and hold the Reset button
for about 10 seconds until the LED starts
flashing and then becomes solidly lit. After
a few seconds, the LED will turn off, and the
UniFi Dream Machine will automatically
reboot.

Installation Requirements
Use Category 5 (or above) UTP cabling approved for indoor
use.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this product to rain or moisture.
Hardware Installation
1. Connect the AC Power Cord to the Power port of the UniFi
Dream Machine and a power outlet.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable from a broadband modem or
Wide Area Network (WAN) to the Internet port.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer or
host system to port 1. (You can use Bluetooth on your
smartphone to set up the UniFi Dream Machine.)
4. Connect additional network devices to the other ports.

Configuration
You have two options:
• Use Bluetooth and the UniFi SDN app on your smartphone.
• Use a computer connected to the UniFi Dream Machine on
port 1. Go to “Chrome Instructions”.
UniFi SDN App
Download and install the UniFi SDN app to configure the UniFi
Dream Machine.
Note: Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on your mobile
device. You will need to set up the UniFi Dream Machine
with your mobile device and be within 1.5 m (5') from
where it is installed.

1. Launch the app and tap the +icon to add a new controller.
2. Once detected, the app will automatically connect to the
UniFi Dream Machine and the LED will begin to flash blue.
If more than one controller is detected, swipe through the
app screens horizontally until you locate the correct UniFi
Dream Machine. Then follow the on‑screen instructions.

Chrome Instructions
Use the Chrome web browser to set up your UniFi Dream
Machine.
1. Ensure that your host system is on the same Layer‑2
network as the UniFi Dream Machine.
2. Launch the Chrome web browser and type the default
IP address of your UniFi Dream Machine into the address
field. Press enter (PC) or return (Mac).
https://192.168.1.1
3. Follow the on‑screen instructions of the Setup Wizard.
After you run the UniFi Setup Wizard, a login screen will
appear for the UniFi Controller management interface. Enter
the Username and Password that you created in the UniFi
Setup Wizard. Then click Sign in.
You can manage your network and view network statistics
using the UniFi Controller management interface. For
information on using the UniFi Controller software, refer to the
User Guide located on our website at:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi