Ubiquiti UniFi UAP-AC-LITE User manual

802.11ac Dual Radio
Access Point
Model: UAP-AC-LITE

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi®AP.
This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through
installation and includes warranty terms.
IMPORTANT: The UAP-AC-LITE requires the UniFi Controller
v5.4 or newer, available at: downloads.ubnt.com/unifi
Package Contents
UniFi AP AC Lite Mounting Bracket Ceiling Backing Plate
Flat Head Screws
(Qty. 4)
Keps Nuts
(Qty. 4)
Screws
(Qty. 4)
Screw Anchors
(Qty. 4)
802.11acDual Radio
AccessPoint
Model:UAP-AC-LITE
Gigabit PoE (24V, 0.5A)
with Mounting Bracket
Power Cord* Quick Start Guide
Installation Requirements
• 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)
• Cat5/6 UTP cable for indoor installations
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 professional installer’s responsibility to follow local
country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.

System Requirements
• Linux, MacOSX, or Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
• Java Runtime Environment 1.8 (or above)
• Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have
limited functionality).
• UniFi Controller software v5.4 or newer (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-AC-Lite
UAP-AC-M-PRO
UAP-AC-HD
LAN
WAN
UniFi Cloud Key
(UniFi Controller)
Remote Access too
UniFi Controllerr
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 or Gigabit PoE adapter (included with single-pack only).
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.
Alternatively, the UniFi AP may be reset remotely via a Reset
button located on the bottom of the Gigabit PoE adapter.
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.
Initial Position Final Position Slot
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 CAT5/6 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.