Ubiquiti UniFi HD nano UAP-HD-NANO User manual

Compact 802.11ac Wave 2
Enterprise Access Point
Model: UAP-HD-NANO

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi®
802.11 ac Wave 2 Enterprise Access Point. This Quick Start
Guide is designed to guide you through installation and
includes warranty terms.
IMPORTANT: The UAP-HD-NANO requires the UniFi
Controller v5.7 or higher, available at:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi
Package Contents
UniFi HD NANO AP Mounting Bracket Ceiling Backing
Plate
Screws
(Qty. 4)
Compact802.11ac Wave2
EnterpriseAccess Point
Model:UAP-HD-NANO
Flat Head Screws
(Qty. 4)
Keps Nuts
(Qty. 4)
Screw Anchors
(Qty. 4)
Quick Start
Guide
Installation Requirements
• CAT5 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 18 mm hole for
Ethernet cable feed)
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.

System Requirements
• Microsoft Windows 7/8/10, MacOSX, or Linux
• Java Runtime Environment 1.8 (or above)
• Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have
limited functionality.)
• UniFi Controller software v5.7 or higher (available at:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi)
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 UniFi Cloud Key or management station running the UniFi
Controller software, located either on-site and connected to
the same Layer-2 network, or off-site in the cloud or a NOC
US-16-150W
USG-PRO-4
(DHCP Server)
Internet
UAP-HD-NANO
UAP-AC-M-PRO
UAP-AC-HD
LAN
WAN
UniFi Cloud Key
(UniFi Controller)
Remote Access to
UniFi Controller
Sample Network Diagram
All UniFi devices support off-site management controllers. For
setup details, see the User Guide on the website:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi

Hardware Overview
LED
LED Color Status
White Factory default, waiting to be integrated.
Flashing White Initializing.
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.
Blue
Indicates the device has been successfully
integrated into a network and is working
properly.
Quickly
Flashing Blue
This is used to locate an AP.
When you click Locate in the UniFi
Controller software, the LED on the AP will
flash. It will also display the location of the
AP on the map.
Steady Blue
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
Cable
Feed Plug
Locking Notch The Locking Notch will be used with the
Mounting Bracket to help secure the UniFi AP. (This is described
further in the Mounting Bracket section.)
Ethernet This Gigabit Ethernet port is used to connect the
power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server.
Power can be provided by a Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Switch
with PoE.
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.
Cable Feed Plug If your Ethernet cable feeds along the
mounting surface, remove the Cable Feed Plug.

Mounting Bracket
Mounting Bracket
Locking Tab
Locking Tab During installation, the Locking Tab on the
Mounting Bracket moves from the Initial Position to the Final
Position, where the Locking Tab fits securely into the Locking
Notch on the UniFi AP to help prevent theft.
Final Position Slot Initial Position
Note: If you need to remove the UniFi AP from the
Mounting Bracket, insert a paper clip in the Slot to release
the Locking Tab and turn the UniFi AP counterclockwise.

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 arrow pointing up.
2. Use a pencil to mark the four mounting holes. Use a 6 mm
drill bit to drill the mounting holes.
Arrow
3. If your Ethernet cable feeds through the wall, then cut or
drill a circle approximately 18 mm in diameter. Then feed
the CAT5 cable through the hole.
25 mm
Note: 25 mm is the distance from the center of the
bottom mounting hole to the center of the cable hole.

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. If the Ethernet cable runs along the mounting surface,
remove the Cable Feed Plug.

6. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.
7. Align the arrow on the UniFi AP with the arrow on the
Locking Tab of the Mounting Bracket.
Arrow
Locking Tab

8. Ensure that the UniFi AP is firmly seated on the Mounting
Bracket. Turn the UniFi AP clockwise until it locks into place
and the Locking Tab fits securely into the Locking Notch.