Ubiquiti UniFi XG Operating and maintenance instructions

Quad-Radio 802.11ac
Wave 2 Access Point
with Dedicated Security
Model: UAP-XG

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi®
Quad‑Radio 802.11ac Wave 2 Access Point with Dedicated
Security. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you
through installation and includes warranty terms.
IMPORTANT: The UAP‑XG requires the UniFi Controller
v5.7 or higher, available at:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi
Package Contents
UniFi AP XG Mounting
Plate
Ceiling Backing
Plate
Ceiling Screws
(Qty. 4)
Keps Nuts
(Qty. 4)
T‑Bar Mounts
(Qty. 2)
T‑Bar Screws
(Qty. 2)
Allen
Wrench
Wall Screws
(Qty. 4)
Screw Anchors
(Qty. 4)
Quad-Radio802.11ac
Wave2 Access Point
withDedicated Security
Model:UAP-XG
Release
Tool
Cable
Feed Plug
Gigabit PoE
(50V, 1.2A)*
Power
Cord*
Quick Start
Guide
*Gigabit PoE and Power Cord are not included with UAP‑XG 5‑pack
TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed. Shielded Ethernet cable
and earth grounding must be used as conditions of product warranty. 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.

Installation Requirements
• Phillips screwdriver
• Drill and drill bit (8 mm for wall mounting or 3 mm for ceiling
tile mounting)
• Optional: Drywall or keyhole saw (to cut 18 mm hole for
Ethernet cable feed)
• Cat6A UTP cable for indoor installations
Outdoor Installation Requirements
IMPORTANT: The UAP‑XG may be installed outdoors
under an eave or other protected location. Do not
install the UniFi AP in an open environment.
• Mounting location should be at least 60 cm (2 ft) from the
edge of the eave or ceiling.
• Cable feed opening must be directed away from the open
environment.
• Cable feed must be pointed downwards when wall‑mounted.
• Shielded Category 6 (or above) cabling should be used
for all outdoor wired Ethernet connections and should be
grounded through the AC ground of the PoE.
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 v5.7 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 v5.7 (or newer) software, located either on‑site
and connected to the same Layer 2 network, or off‑site in the
cloud or NOC
USG-PRO-4
(DHCP Server)
Internet
LAN
WAN
Remote Access to
UniFi Controller
US-16-XG
UAP-AC-M-PRO
UniFi Hybrid
Cloud Install
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UniFi Switch
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Throughput[Mbps]
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60
40
20
0
10
8
6
4
2
0
24HRS 12HRS NOW
Latency[msec]
Throughput[Mbps]
NetworkProtocols
StreamingMedia
Web/Web2.0
FileTransfer
SocialNetwork
Other
Motorola
Lenovo
SamsungE
Dell
Acer
Other
WLAN
LAN
WAN
118
7
1
582GB
23.3GB
22.7GB
8.47GB
3.6GB
5.46GB
258
241
220
213
130
110
126
DEVICES
645GB
TRAFFIC
1172
CLIENTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
100 104 108 112 116 120 124 128
132 136 140 144 149 153 157 161 165
CURRENTSITE
Default
USERNAME
admin
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 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
IC:6545A-UAPXG
ContainsIC: 6545A-M442G
ContainsIC: 6545A-M445GL
ContainsIC: 6545A-M445GH
FCCID: SWX-UAPXG
ContainsFCC ID: SWX-M442G
ContainsFCC ID: SWX-M445GL
ContainsFCC ID: SWX-M445GH
M/N:UAP-XG
802.3btPoE
Security
Slot
1 GbE Port
10 GbE
Port
Reset
Button
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.
1 GbE The 1 GbE port is a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port used for
bridging. It can also be used to connect the power.
10 GbE The 10 GbE port is a 1/10 Gbps Ethernet port used to
connect the power and should be connected to the LAN and
DHCPserver. For 10 Gbps operation, connect the UAP-XG to
an 802.3bt POE switch.
Note: The UAP‑XG can also be powered using the
included Gigabit PoE adapter. For instructions on using
the adapter, see Powering the UniFi AP.
Note: If you need to remove the UniFi AP from the
Mounting Plate, insert the included Release Tool in the
Security Slot to release the Lock Tab and turn the UniFi
AP counterclockwise.

Mounting Plate
The Mounting Plate offers a variety of mounting holes for
different applications. The legend printed on the Mounting
Plate identifies the holes used for each application.
Upgrade from UAP‑AC‑PRO
The UAP‑XG is compatible with the UAP‑AC‑PRO mounting
hardware, so you only need to remove the UAP‑AC‑PRO and
replace it with the UAP‑XG. To begin the upgrade:
1. Insert the Release Tool into the UAP‑AC‑PRO Security
Slot to disengage the lock. Then turn the UAP‑AC‑PRO
counterclockwise and lift it off of the mounting bracket.
Security Slot
UAP-AC-PRO (Wall Mount Installation)
2. Unplug the Ethernet cable from the Main port.
3. Go to the Connecting Ethernet section.

Hardware Installation
The UniFi AP can be mounted on a wall, ceiling tile, drop
ceiling T‑rail (up to 40 mm), or electrical junction box. Perform
the steps for the appropriate installation.
Note for UniFi AP replacement: The holes marked “A” on
the Mounting Plate line up with the holes of mounting
brackets used for previous UniFi AP models.
Wall Mount
1. Position the Mounting Plate at the desired location on the
wall with the Arrow pointing up.
2. Mark the four mounting holes marked “A”, and use an
8mm drill bit to drill the holes. If your Ethernet cable feeds
through the wall, cut or drill a hole approximately 18 mm in
diameter. Then feed the CAT6A cable through the hole.
Arrow
Optional 18 mm Hole for
Ethernet Cable Feed through the Wall
*640-00341-01*
640-00341-01

3. Insert the Screw Anchors into the holes. Secure the
Mounting Plate to the wall by inserting the Wall Screws into
the anchors.
4. Go to the Connecting Ethernet section, and then return to
step 5.
5. Align the Arrow on the top edge of the UniFi AP with the
Arrow on the Mounting Plate.
Arrow
Lock Tab
Arrow

6. Rotate the UniFi AP clockwise until the tabs lock into place
and the Lock Tab engages.
Ceiling Mount
1. Remove the ceiling tile.
2. Place the Ceiling Backing Plate in the center of the ceiling
tile. Mark the four mounting screw holes and an 18 mm
hole for the Ethernet cable feed.
Optional 18 mm Hole for Ethernet Cable
Feed through the Ceiling Tile

3. Use a 3 mm drill bit to drill the screw holes, and cut or drill
the 18 mm hole for the Ethernet cable feed.
4. Insert the Ceiling Screws through the Mounting Plate, ceiling
tile, and Ceiling Backing Plate. Fasten the screws using the
Keps Nuts. Then feed the Ethernet cable through the tile
and bracket.

5. Perform the steps in the Connecting Ethernet section, and
then return to step 6.
6. Align the Arrow on the top edge of the UniFi AP with the
Arrow on the Mounting Plate.
Lock Tab
Arrow
Arrow
7. Rotate the UniFi AP clockwise until the tabs lock into place
and the Lock Tab engages.
8. Set the ceiling tile back into place.

T‑Bar Mount
1. Remove the ceiling tiles on both sides of the T‑bar you will
use for mounting.
2. Loosen the set screws of the T-Bar Mounts.
3. Insert the T‑bar into a T-Bar Mount, and turn the T-Bar
Mount clockwise to attach it. Use the included Allen Wrench
to tighten the two set screws to secure the T-Bar Mount.
4. Attach the second T-Bar Mount but do not tighten the
setscrews.

5. Use the two dashed lines on the Mounting Plate to space
the T-Bar Mounts 77 mm (3") apart.
77 mm
6. Tighten the two setscrews on the second T-Bar Mount.

7. Insert the included T-Bar Screws into the holes marked “B”
on the Mounting Plate, and then secure the plate to the
T-Bar Mounts.
8. Drop the Ethernet cable between the plate and T‑bar.

9. Perform the steps in the Connecting Ethernet section, and
then return to step 10.
10. Align the Arrow on the top edge of the UniFi AP with the
Arrow on the Mounting Plate.
Arrow
Arrow
Lock Tab
11. Rotate the UniFi AP clockwise until the tabs lock into place
and the Lock Tab engages.
12. Set the ceiling tiles back into place.

Junction or Outlet Box Mount
1. Use the legend printed on the Mounting Plate to select the
appropriate mounting holes for your installation.
2. Pull the Ethernet cable through the Mounting Plate, and
attach the Mounting Plate to the junction or outlet box
using at least two screws (not included).
Note: For in‑wall applications, position the Mounting
Plate with the Arrow pointing upwards.
3. Perform the steps in the Connecting Ethernet section, and
then return to step 4.

4. Align the Arrow on the top edge of the UniFi AP with the
Arrow on the Mounting Plate.
Lock Tab
Arrow
Arrow
5. Rotate the UniFi AP clockwise until the tabs lock into place
and the Lock Tab engages.

Connecting Ethernet
1. Remove the rubber port cover from the UniFi AP.
2. If the Ethernet cable runs along the mounting surface, skip
to step 3. If the Ethernet cable is fed through the wall or
ceiling, insert the Cable Feed Plug.
3. Feed the Ethernet cable through the port cover.
Note: The feed hole will stretch to accommodate the
RJ45 connector, and then seal around the cable.
4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the 10GbE port and replace
the port cover. Return to the appropriate instructions.
IC:6545A-UAPXG
ContainsIC: 6545A-M442G
ContainsIC: 6545A-M445GL
ContainsIC: 6545A-M445GH
FCCID: SWX-UAPXG
ContainsFCC ID: SWX-M442G
ContainsFCC ID: SWX-M445GL
ContainsFCC ID: SWX-M445GH
M/N:UAP-XG
802.3btPoE

Powering the UniFi AP
The UAP‑XG features auto‑sensing 802.3bt PoE support and
can be powered by any 802.3bt PoE compliant switch.
To power the UniFi AP, connect the Ethernet cable from the
UniFiAP directly to a PoE+ port on the switch.
802.3bt PoE
Switch
Note: If you do not have an 802.3bt PoE compliant
switch, use the included Gigabit PoE adapter to power
the UniFi AP as follows:
1. Connect the Ethernet cable from the 10GbE port of
the UAP-XG to a 10GbE (or 1 GbE) switch port.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the 1GbE port of
the UAP‑XG to the adapter’s PoE port.
3. Connect the Power Cord to the adapter’s power
port. Connect the other end of the Power Cord to a
power outlet.