Building a Wi-Fi 6 Network with Ubiquiti UniFi6
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What makes up a UniFi6 Wi-Fi Network?
UniFi Cloud Gateway (UCG)
Is a powerful and compact multi-WAN UniFi Cloud Gateway with a full suite of advanced routing and security features. Depending on the module you are using, the unit runs different applications including UniFi Network for full stack network management and features.
UCG Modules:
- UniFi Application Suite: Network Application (UniFi)
- Throughput: 1 Gbps
- IDS/IPS Throughput: 1 Gbps
- UniFi Devices: 30+
- Client Devices: 300+
- WAN Ports: 1x 2.5 GbE RJ45
- LAN Ports: 4x GbE RJ45
- Storage: -
- UniFi Application Suite: Network Application (UniFi), UniFi Protect, Access, Identity, Connect and UniFi Talk.
- Throughput: 2.5 Gbps
- IDS/IPS Throughput: 1.5 Gbps
- UniFi Devices: 30+
- Client Devices: 300+
- WAN Ports: 1x 2.5 GbE RJ45
- LAN Ports: 4x 2.5 GbE RJ45 including 1x remappable to WAN
- Storage: Selectable NVMe SSD storage up to 2 TB for NVR
UniFi Switch (USW)
UniFi switches support powerful enterprise features including VLANs, Quality of Service (QoS), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), port aggregation, and jumbo frames.
We offer five primary families of switches, with varying port numbers and speeds:
- Utility: Small, lightweight switches are flexible and suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Available in a range of port numbers and speeds.
- Standard: Powerful switches ranging from 8 to 48 GbE RJ45 ports, with PoE and non-PoE options. Ideal for mid-sized networks.
- Professional: The next level up from the Standard series, with increased PoE power capacity, power redundancy support, 10G optical connections, and Layer 3 routing features. Ideal for high-performance networks.
- Pro Max: Innovative, high-performance switches that combine 2.5 GbE RJ45 ports and 10G optical connections with PoE++ output. They also feature Etherlighting, which illuminates switch ports for easy identification of port location, speed, native VLAN, and more. A great choice for professional networks that use high-speed or high-power devices, like 6 GHz Wi-Fi APs, Door Access Hubs, and PTZ cameras.
- Enterprise: Highest-end switches, designed for maximum power and versatility in any enterprise or campus environment. They include integrated 2.5 GbE and 10 GbE RJ45 ports as well as 25G optical connections. Perfect for large-scale, high-capacity networks.
To determine which UniFi Switch is right for you, consider the size and complexity of your network, the number and types of PoE devices you need to support, and any advanced features or capabilities you require.
UniFi6 Access Points
UniFi6 Access Points leverage the UniFi Network Application to provide a robust feature set while integrating seamlessly with other products within the UniFi ecosystem. The wide range of Wi-Fifi 6 access points provides solutions for any installation size with enterprise-level features.
U6-LR
U6-LR is an indoor dual band, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) long range access point. It delivers an aggregate data rate of up to 3Gbps over its 5GHz 4x4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4GHz 4x4 (SU-MIMO) bands.
- Wi-Fi Technology: WiFi 6, 8 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: -
- Coverage: 185 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (4 dBi) and 5 GHz (5.5 dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 350+
- Uplink: GbE
U6+
U6+ is a dual band, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point. It delivers an aggregate data rate of up to 3Gbps over its 5GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) bands.
Wi-Fi Technology: Wi-Fi 6, 4 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: -
- Coverage: 140 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (3 dBi) and 5 GHz (5.4 dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 300+
- Uplink: GbE
U6 Pro
U6-PRO is a high-performance, dual band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point. It delivers an aggregate data rate of up to 5.3Gbps over its 5GHz 4x4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4GHz 2x2 (UL MU-MIMO) bands.
- Wi-Fi Technology: Wi Fi 6, 6 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: -
- Coverage: 140 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (4 dBi) and 5 GHz (6 dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 350+
- Uplink: GbE
U6 In-Wall
U6-IW is a dual band, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) in-wall access point. It delivers an aggregate data rate of up to 5.3Gbps over its 5GHz 4x4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) bands. It offers PoE Passthrough as an integrated 4-port Gigabit switch when the device is powered by an 802.3af/at PoE switch.
- Wi-Fi Technology: Wi-Fi 6, 6 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: -
- Coverage: 115 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (5 dBi) and 5 GHz (5.9 dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 300+
- Uplink: GbE
U6 Mesh
U6-MESH is an indoor / outdoor dual band, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) mesh access point with a compact IPX5 indoor/outdoor enclosure. It delivers an aggregate data rate of up to 5.3 Gbps over its 5GHz 4x4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) bands.
- Wi-Fi Technology: Wi-Fi 6, 6 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: -
- Coverage: 140 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (3 dBi) and 5 GHz (5 dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 300+
- Uplink: GbE
U6 Mesh Pro
U6-MESH-PRO is an indoor / outdoor dual band, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) mesh access point featuring 2x Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 spatial streams and integrated high power 8dBi antennas. It delivers an aggregate data rate of up to 3Gbps over its 5GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) bands.
- Wi-Fi Technology: Wi-Fi 6, 4 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: -
- Coverage: 185 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (8 dBi) and 5 GHz (8 dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 350+
- Uplink: GbE
U6 Enterprise
U6 Enterprise is a ceiling-mounted Wi-Fi 6E AP with 10 spatial streams and 6 GHz support to provide seamless, multi-band coverage within high client density environments. It features triple band of 6 GHz 4x4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO), 5 GHZ 4x4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) and 2.4 GHz 2x2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) with up to 10.2 Gbps Aggregate speed.
- Wi-Fi Technology: Wi-Fi 6E, 10 spatial streams
- 6 GHZ Radio: Yes
- Coverage: 160 m2
- Antenna gain: 2.4 GHz (3.2 dBi), 5 GHz (5.3 dBi) and 6 GHz (6dBi)
- Concurrent Clients: 600+
- Uplink: 2.5 GbE
The UniFi Controller
A UniFi Controller is software used to manage Ubiquiti UniFi devices, such as access points, switches, and gateways. It provides a centralised interface to configure, monitor, and control your entire network. The controller can be run on various platforms, including UniFi Consoles (e.g., Dream Machines, Cloud Key), or self-hosted on servers (Windows, MacOS, Linux).
Key features of a UniFi Controller:
- Unified Network Management: Manage multiple UniFi devices and sites from a single dashboard.
- Network Visualisation: Real-time monitoring with traffic analytics, topology maps, and performance insights.
- Device Adoption: Allows for easy adoption and management of new UniFi devices on the network.
- Remote Management: Manage your network from anywhere using UniFi's cloud access.
- Advanced Features: Includes guest portals, VLAN management, seamless roaming, VPN, and firewall policies.
Download the self-hosted UniFi Controller here.
A UniFi6 Wi-Fi network provides the scalability, high performance, and reliability needed to meet the increasing demand for faster, more efficient wireless connectivity. Whether you're building a network for your home or business, UniFi’s range of solutions can be tailored to fit your needs.
For more information or to place an order, reach out to sales at 012 657 0960 or sales@miro.co.za. We offer comprehensive internationally certified training on Ubiquiti UniFi products. To learn more, contact us at training@miro.co.za or visit www.miroacademy.co.za.
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