Remote-access Guide

connecting remote access point unifi

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Download the UniFi Network app from AppStore or Google Play. 3. Connect to your AP via Account > Standalone Devices Select Standalone Devices from the Account area to begin the device discovery process. If you don't have a network yet, select Connect to AP to connect to your access point manually.

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How to reset an unifi access point?

UniFi - How to Reset Devices to Factory Defaults

  • Forgetting a Device through the UniFi Network Application
  • Resetting a Device to Factory Defaults using SSH
  • Resetting a Device to Factory Defaults using the Physical Reset Button
  • Troubleshooting Devices that are not Resetting

How to setup Ubiquiti unifi?

How to Setup a Ubiquiti UniFi Managed Switch On Your Network

  • Basic Network Architecture for a UniFi Managed Switch. ...
  • Physical Ubiquiti UniFi Managed Switch Hardware. ...
  • Check UniFi Managed Switch is Showing in Firewall/Router. ...
  • Understanding the UniFi Controller Architecture. ...
  • Install and Open UniFi Controller Software. ...
  • View Current UniFi Network. ...
  • Adopt UniFi Managed Switch to Your Network. ...
  • UniFi Cloud Connectivity. ...

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How do I access unifi cloud?

  • Navigate to the 'Settings' menu and tap on the icon to open it.
  • Select 'Wi-Fi'.
  • Select 'Unifi'. Back to top.
  • Ensure the 'EAP method' is set to 'PEAP'. Tap on the 'Phase 2 authentication' drop down menu, and choose 'MSCHAPV2'.
  • Scroll down and enter the following details:

How to enable unifi controller MFA?

We will first start off by:

  • Creating an account on Ubiquiti’s website https://account.ui.com/. ...
  • Then follow these steps https://help.ui.com/hc/en-us/articles/115012986607-How-to-Enable-Two-Factor-Authentication#2
  • Now log into your controller and go to Enable Settings > Remote Access > Local login with UBNT account on your UniFi server.

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How do I access my ubiquiti access point remotely?

UniFi OS consoles can be accessed remotely at unifi.ui.com. We recommend using our UniFi OS Consoles and Gateways for the most seamless remote access experience because it eliminates issues introduced by third party factors.

How do I connect my UniFi AP controller?

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How do I connect to UniFi AP to another AP?

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How do I adopt an UniFi AP remotely?

First, power up your AP and find its IP address. Then use SSH to connect to the AP, the default user and password is ubnt . Once you've done this, the AP should show up almost immediately in the interface of your Unifi controller saying 'pending adoption'. Adopt the AP and enjoy the rest of your day.

Can I use UniFi AP without controller?

UniFi APs can run by themselves without the controller unless features like guest portal is enabled (as UniFi controller also functions as a captive portal).

How do I manually add UniFi AP to controller?

How to: Manually setting the controller address for a Unifi APStep 1: SSH to your Unifi radio. ssh to ubnt:192.168. 1.20 (or whatever the IP address is.) ... Step 2: Reset to defaults. You must reset the AP to defaults before changing the inform ip address. ... Step 3: Set new inform IP address. Connect to the mca client.

Can you use Unifi AP as repeater?

You cannot use just one Unifi AP as a repeater with another brand AP.

How do I find my Ubiquiti AP IP address?

How to find the IP address for your Ubiquiti access point?Step 1: Download Ubiquiti locator. You can download the ubiquiti locator program here. ... Step 2: Run the program. Once you have unzipped the file contents, click on the program file as outline in the picture below.Step 3: Locate the IP address.

What is wireless uplink Ubiquiti?

Wireless Uplink allows an access point with a wired data connection to act as a Base Station (Uplink AP) for up to four other access points on 5GHz- which can extend Wi-Fi coverage to inaccessible areas, as well as pull down any configuration and settings changes from the controller via the upstream AP.

What is the default IP for Unifi AP?

192.168.1.20Find the IP Address of Your Access Point If you didn't know, Ubiquiti Access Points have a default IP address of 192.168. 1.20. Connecting more than one of these devices to your network at once will create an IP conflict like we discussed above.

What is the Unifi controller URL?

By default the controller utilizes port 8080 and 8443 for web access(e.g. 127.0. 0.1:8080 in the address bar). This is the front page of your Ubiquiti Unifi Controller.

How do you adopt a Unifi AP using Discovery Tool?

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What is the default IP for UniFi AP?

192.168.1.20Find the IP Address of Your Access Point If you didn't know, Ubiquiti Access Points have a default IP address of 192.168. 1.20. Connecting more than one of these devices to your network at once will create an IP conflict like we discussed above.

What is the default password for UniFi AP?

TLDR: The default username and password for Ubiquiti UniFi access points (and many other Ubiquiti products) is: Username: ubnt Password: ubnt.

How do I reset my Ubiquiti AP?

Physical Reset Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds while AP is connected. Release the button (the LEDs on the UAP will stop glowing). Do not disconnect the UAP from its power source during the reboot process. The UAP will restore factory settings.

Can you use Ubiquiti access point with any router?

UniFi Wi-Fi access points are not routers, which is why you'll need to use something else as your router. This is likely going to be what your Internet provider gave you, or whatever existing all-in-one Wi-Fi router you were using before. Yes, you will need something to deliver power to the access points.

What is the default access schedule for UniFi?

Note: this schedule controls the time frames when the doors can be opened by UniFi Access. The default access schedule is 24/7, but you can modify it as needed.

How to update UniFi?

Ensure that your UniFi Access application is up to date: Click the cog icon at the bottom of the left navigation bar of your UniFi Network portal to access the UniFi Settings menu. Click the Applications tab. Click the Check for Update button within the Access tab, then click Update if there is a new version ready to download.

Where to find UniFi OS version?

Once the update is finished, you can see the UniFi OS Console's version on the UniFi OS Dashboard tab.

Where is the cog icon on my UniFi?

Click the cog icon at the bottom of the left navigation bar of your UniFi Network portal to access the UniFi Settings menu.

Where to put NFC card?

Place the card near the UA-Pro or UA-Lite. Once the reader registers the card and displays its number, the card will become your Admin NFC card.

How to scan for Ubiquiti devices?

Download the Ubiquiti Device Discovery Tool from the Chrome App store. With this tool, you can scan your network for Ubiquiti devices. Check if there are on the same network as you are.

Can I unplug my router?

You can’t just unplug your router, you need it for you internet connection. To disable the wifi on your router, you need to login the admin interface of your router (most of the time you will find it on http://192.168.1.1 or http://192.168.1.254), find the Wireless settings, and turn it off.

Where to access Unifi network?

Go to unifi.ui.com to access the Network web application.

How to apply static IP address to UniFi?

To apply a static IP address to a UniFi device, go to the UniFi Devices page, select the device, navigate to the Device > Network section of its details panel, then select Static IP from the Configure IP drop-down menu.

How to update UniFi OS?

To manage UniFi OS updates, go to unifi.ui.com, select your UniFi OS Console, navigate to System Settings > Updates, and click the update link in the Status field if a console update is available. We also recommend enabling automatic updates.

What is UniFi Network?

UniFi Network pairs with your UniFi OS Console to give you a central hub for monitoring and managing your network without any licensing fees. It can be accessed over the web (unifi.ui.com) or with the mobile app (iOS/Android).

Why use fixed IP address?

Using fixed IP addresses ensures that a client’s address will not change if it disconnects and reconnects to your network. This is useful if you are forwarding a port to a device and want to ensure it always uses a specific address.

Can I use UniFi without a console?

Without a UniFi OS Console, you will not be able to remotely manage your network and UniFi applications through unifi.ui.com, but you can still download UniFi Network on a Windows, macOS, or Linux device.

Can you receive push notifications on UniFi?

If you wish to stay informed about your network activity, you may choose to receive email or push notification alerts through the UniFi Network mobile app. By default, these alerts are disabled.

Where can I download UniFi?

Download the UniFi Network app from AppStore or Google Play.

What app can I use to manage my UniFi network?

Once you've adopted your access points, you can use the UniFi Network mobile app to manage your UniFi networks and standalone UniFi devices on the go.

How to add devices to UniFi?

To add the UniFi Access devices to your Access application: Navigate to the Elements tab and click Add Elements to add new devices. Select the device (s) you would like to add. If your devices are wired correctly and powered on, you should see them on this page. Note: Different devices have different indicators of being ready for setup: ...

What happens if you forget a UA Hub?

Note: If you forget a UA-Hub, this will also delete the UA-Pro and UA-Lite linked to the UA-Hub.

How long does UA Hub lock?

You can also configure the hold time. This is the time between when the UA-Hub unlocks and then locks the door again. The default hold time is 5 seconds, but can be modified to anything between 1s to 60s.

Can you modify the direction of UA Pro?

You can modify the direction (e.g., entry, exit) of the UA-Pro and UA-Lite as needed.

What is 802.11v/r/k?

802.11v/r/k are roaming protocols that are in addition to, or on top of, 802.11ac/n/a/b etc. A typical example of roaming is when you're using wifi in a big department store and you wander around. If your phone and the WiFi network support roaming, then you will automatically be disconnected from a weak access point and connected to a stronger one as you move around.

What happens if Roku doesn't support roaming?

If the Roku doesn't support roaming, then when you reboot your WiFi network/router/access points, chances are the router or primary WiFi box is the first box that starts up, and therefore the one that the Roku connects to, regardless of any closer or strong signal WiFi boxes that subsequently come online. 1 Kudo.

Does wifi work if you don't have wifi?

Both the wifi network and your device have to support it. If either one doesn't, then you will stay connected to the first access point regardless of where you are in the store, and if you wander too far away, your signal will get worse and worse.

Does a Fire Stick connect to the AP?

All of the other devices in the house connect to the closest AP. I've even connected a Fire Stick in the same location and it connect s to the correct AP.

Does Roku support 802.11?

If that requires support for one of those particular flavors of 802.11, then you're correct. Roku devices support 802.11 b/g/n, and some of the dual channel models support .a and .ac.

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