Just moved to unifi everything except their cameras. UCG ultra, 2x 8 port Poe switches, 2 AP U6+ APs and I never thought having internet like this would make me this happy
@cheeyuanng853
Ай бұрын
It is similar to the Apple vs PC experience. It just works, but at a premium. Got mine for a year and works quite well.
@CBR600Driver
Ай бұрын
I remember a time that $100 would have been too much for me to pay for a router, but the more I learned, the more I realized the applicability of a more robust and more comprehensive home network, and the more I realized that the cost of Ubiquiti equipment and more specifically the Unifi Line was well worth it. My network is by no means huge, but I'm able to offer a safe internet environment for my family without having to troubleshoot issues constantly. As I continue to learn, I see what I CAN do, and wind up learning even more. That in itself, makes Ubiquiti an investment in education as well.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
I feel the same way. I was always looking for the cheapest thing to get my network running at bare minimum. I think that probably cost more more over the years than it saved. this seems like it will last and will allow me to change up my config when needed.
@sh00ba-v2m
Ай бұрын
@@LearnFastMakeThings Well, I'm about to jump the fence. Having had 7 years on and off fighting the not so reliable network (although when it was working, it was fast) I decided that I don't want to spend half a day troubleshooting, solving problems and sometimes mysteries during weekends. So this weekend I'm installing a new all Unify setup, here we go.
@pitsnipe5559
16 күн бұрын
Setup a Unifi network in my hone two years ago, works great! I run the Dream Machine Pro, a 16 port PoE switch, a single access point, doorbell and camera. This year I setup a similar system at our church. I have heard that Ubiquiti was started by an ex Apple guy.
@joegomez5807
Ай бұрын
Nice video. You did a great job setting up your network. The POE stuff can be confusing at first but it is really nice. If you want to get rid of another power cord and have enough ports and power from your flex switch you may consider a USB-C POE splitter to power the gateway. I am an amateur network guy and love my ubiquiti equipment.
@jasonwuthrich4717
Ай бұрын
I expanded into Unifi a lil while ago, I do run a rack at my home but only have a 24 port non poe switch and a few ac pro ap's, I am looking to upgrade into a poe switch and newer ap's, I love the interface and control I now have over the ISP router
@alaroche00
26 күн бұрын
Have you made another video about your barn setup? I think you mentioned in this video that you were going to?
@LearnFastMakeThings
26 күн бұрын
That’ll be my next video. In a week or so
@FOOL21352
Ай бұрын
All the access points have mesh capabilities, just need to activate with a checkbox in one of the settings. The AC-mesh you went with will work but is dated now since it only supports wifi 5 and was made specifically in a time when mesh products were taking off publicly (an more ppl were understanding the technology). Going with the U7 you will notice better performance and coverage with less AP's. That being said if you decide to return and switch the ap-mesh to the U7 line or U6 avoid the U6 long-range (they've had a higher failure rate than other access points ~ can google about this). But highly recommend returning and switching from the mesh units to U7 units since it supports wifi 7 and your future devices will have better connectivity as you replace them (phones, watches, laptops, tvs, etc. ). Even if its "ceiling" mount design you can still mount them to a wall or even leave on the floor an you will get great coverage/experience. From a brand new setup its counter intuitive to not be on the latest wifi standards.
@dj_paultuk7052
Ай бұрын
If you have an old spare PC, then you can run UniFi Network Controller, which is free. So you dont need to buy the gateway and controller. I personally use an old Dell i7 mini PC running win10. Its been on for years and works great.
@malk315
28 күн бұрын
Love it. Been using ubiquiti since before unifi... Mini pci radios and madwifi Linux driver early 2000s lol. Also use a lot of airmax stuff. For APs would have considered u6 mesh or u7 outdoor which can do omnis like uap-ac-m. The uap-ac-m is several years old and due for eol. The uap-ac-m-prp already eol replaced by u6 outdoor pro. I would have done gigabeam or wave pico pair between house and barn. Mesh is great for 1 hop perhaps but can get ugly quick. I've rescued several campgrounds by using airmax backhauls instead of all mesh. Still looks great though and uap-ac-m have been a workhorse for me and projects to date! Cheers.
@ragtop50
Ай бұрын
Nice setup! I have a similar situation with two out building spread out over our property. I used to use a wireless bridge (UniFi) and it worked well, but when putting in a sprinkler system recently I went ahead and added CAT6 to the buildings while doing it. Still all UniFi though with 5 access points spread out over the property. The reason the flex switch doesn't come with a power device is because a lot of people connect them to an existing PoE switch to power it. The flex switch is usually a utility/secondary switch. It would be a waste to include the PoE injector and it not get used most of the time, not to mention to just make the overall price higher. You do have to plan for how you will power some of their devices, bust the ones that are standalone do usually include the AC adapter and/or PoE injector.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
Thanks for the info! At one point I did run a wire to my barn but it failed after a year. I’m sure it was the wrong type of wire.
@ecu8r
Ай бұрын
I started with a small open 6U rack and bought the UDM Pro along with an 8 Port PoE switch, a couple of In Wall APS and the G4 doorbell camera. I must admit I got bit by the Ubiquiti bug and continued upgrading and adding more and more devices into my home network. Long story short I have a 9U main rack and another in my home office with a bunch of upgrades and added cameras around my house with an NVR Pro. My home network is solid with very minimal problems and I love it.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
That sounds like fun and at the same time I know I should avoid the urge lol.
@wvansluisveld3011
Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video, very helpful. I would have liked to see more about the network monitoring capabilities within the web ui or app.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
You’re welcome. I will probably make a follow up vid about just the software.
@MegaMastiffman
Ай бұрын
Love mine I have a simple set up cloud gateway u6 etc and have found a lot of things I don’t even know what they are plus my neighbor has been running his apple 4k and a computer along with his oculus on my WiFi and I know because he asked me if I was having problems with my internet because he was after I blocked his devices well I said nope mine is fine. Again love mine
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
I’m waiting until I have a little free time to look into some of the other features. Specifically setting up vlans for my home automation stuff. Also, that’s hilarious about your neighbor. “Hey is your internet working? Just wondering…”
@williamstricklin9542
Ай бұрын
I had mix of equipment also and finally switch over to Ubiquity about 3 years ago. I am not sorry in the lease bit. It never gives me a problem. Since that time, I have been slowly adding security cameras to replace older ones. The Protect software is part of the Unifi app software and is just as great.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
Good to hear that it continues to perform long term. Feeling like i made a good decision.
@paulbennett6126
Ай бұрын
Been using UniFi for a few years now, wouldn’t use anything else. Great equipment and sensational app. Their cameras are also top quality.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
i think im going to check out the camera next. I have blink now around my house and really dont like it because it doesnt continuously record. Im mostly nervous about running ethernet to all of the cameras, but im sure ill figure it out.
@user-ic6xf
Ай бұрын
Awesome video. As someone looking to do their first complete Unifi setup throughout the house it was good to here your experience.
@LearnFastMakeThings
28 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@dorianphillips7714
Ай бұрын
I have had them for about three years. Love it. It is worth the cost. It provides flexibility I need that other equipment does not.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
Awesome, glad to hear about the longer term success
@PolarRed
Ай бұрын
I have a UDM SE, USWAgg 10Gbe, USW Pro Max 16 POE, two Flex XG switches, U7Pro Wall, SAK Ultra and all the extra gear! I live in a 6 x 50m flat!!! Who say's you've got to just buy what you need? It didn't start out that way, it becomes an addiction. 😀 Great vid.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
lol. I’m trying to fight the urge. You aren’t helping.
@PolarRed
Ай бұрын
@@LearnFastMakeThings The truth hurts sometimes. Believe me, it just get worse! Welcome to the club. Hi. My name is Polar and I have...😁
@ufomism
Ай бұрын
Did you consider the u6 long range AP instead? I think all their APs mesh.
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
I did consider it but something about the ceiling mount made me feel like it was the wrong choice. They do all mesh but there is something specific about the ones named “mesh”. I don’t remember exactly but it’s something to do with chaining two levels deep.
@LD1971
Ай бұрын
@@LearnFastMakeThings You have made great little setup. If I am not mistaken all unifi AP devices have now "mesh" capability. Mesh in name now means unit can be placed outside (together with few units without Mesh in name). Anyway thank you for sharing your experience.
@zenobikraweznick
Ай бұрын
Look up "ubiquiti cve" , sooo many vulnerabilities...
@LearnFastMakeThings
Ай бұрын
Everything has vulnerabilities. I’d actually think the fact that they discover and report them responsibly is a good thing. The important part is if they release updates to patch the vulnerabilities.
@high-techandyman8172
Ай бұрын
Do does Cisco , Meraki , Palo Alto , Microsoft and hey Crowdstrike wasn’t a CVE , but they had a really great update . Make a product = having things to patch
@mitube4u
Ай бұрын
@@high-techandyman8172 Right and great point. My company is constantly updating the OS to our 40 plus sites with Palo Alto Firewalls. So simply stating that a vendor has "vulnerabilities" not is a bad thing. It's how they respond to those vulnerabilities that should get your attention.
@TheSkepticSkwerl
Ай бұрын
I have asus, and the 300 dollar router covers my entire house. Triband and works amazing. Not only that, but it is so easy to upgrade and just grab a new asus router, and copy the config over. Ubiquity to do the same, I was looking at 700 dollars minimum.
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