Access Point solution

Kavalier · 25 Sep 2018 at 14:46

Hello guys,

I would like to add an access-point to extend the WIFI coverage.

The following devices by Ubiquiti caught my attention:

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ubiq...long-range-indoor-access-point-nw-001-uq.html

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ubiquiti-networks-unifi-uap-indoor-access-point-nw-003-uq.html

Regarding the above, can you please tell me the difference please. Range coverage seems the same.

Can you please add some input regarding which one is the best, or if there are better alternatives?
Budget is max 150 sterling.

Thanks in advance,
Kavalier

ChrisD. · 25 Sep 2018 at 15:56

You won't go wrong with Ubiquiti kit.

Armageus · 25 Sep 2018 at 16:01

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ubiquiti-networks-unifi-uap-indoor-access-point-nw-003-uq.html is N (up to 300Mbps)
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ubiq...long-range-indoor-access-point-nw-001-uq.html is AC (up to 867Mbps)

Kavalier · 25 Sep 2018 at 16:02

For example the 2 Ubiquiti, what is the name difference?

Is it speed only? Cause there is a 40 sterling difference.

MrRockliffe · 25 Sep 2018 at 16:09

Not just speed.

The AC LR supports 5Ghz along with 2x2 MU-MIMO (multiple user multiple input multiple output) - this allows for simultaneous WiFi on 2 devices. Quite a handy benefit if you've got 2 devices streaming simultaneously, as they're not fighting for the WiFi (only sharing broadband bandwidth) (within reason)

Kavalier · 25 Sep 2018 at 16:14

Okay makes sense.

Thank a lot will buy that one than

MrRockliffe · 25 Sep 2018 at 16:18

Kavalier said:
Okay makes sense.

Thank a lot will buy that one than

I recommend this video to give you a good basic insight into how WiFi works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhAuROEEZD4

DIABLO · 25 Sep 2018 at 17:49

Do you have something to run the controller software on OP? For some features such as guest portal, WiFi schedule you need it running 24/7

Kavalier · 25 Sep 2018 at 19:32

No, I do not have a dedicated machine. What I need is good coverage mainly, which the Access Point listed above does pretty well.

Kavalier · 25 Sep 2018 at 19:37

Just to confirm guys before buying it, https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ubiq...ong-range-indoor-access-point-nw-001-uq.html# has a POE adapter right?

DIABLO · 25 Sep 2018 at 19:40

Kavalier said:
Just to confirm guys before buying it, https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ubiq...ong-range-indoor-access-point-nw-001-uq.html# has a POE adapter right?

They used to include the POE adapter, now i'm not not sure as i seen it said that they don't anymore so here is a bump.

Edit - Another website states that theirs come with a POE adapter so i presume OCUK's does as well

Kavalier · 25 Sep 2018 at 20:17

Yes, did some googling also

Just wanted to clarify on it. Maybe other members can confirm it

pcfarrar · 26 Sep 2018 at 08:19

They still come with POE adapters.

Kavalier · 26 Sep 2018 at 15:06

Thanks for the confirmation

ordering it later on today.

MrRockliffe · 26 Sep 2018 at 15:08

Kavalier said:
Thanks for the confirmation ordering it later on today.

Would be really interested to know how you get on with it, as it's a solution I'm personally looking into for my father.

Kavalier · 26 Sep 2018 at 18:23

Will provide feedback mate

Hopefully by end of this week.

WJA96 · 1 Oct 2018 at 04:00

MrRockliffe said:
Not just speed.

The AC LR supports 5Ghz along with 2x2 MU-MIMO (multiple user multiple input multiple output) - this allows for simultaneous WiFi on 2 devices. Quite a handy benefit if you've got 2 devices streaming simultaneously, as they're not fighting for the WiFi (only sharing broadband bandwidth) (within reason)

It’s just MiMo so you can combine two channels on 2x2 transmit and receive. But it’s only one client at a time. If you want M-MiMo you need the HD suffixed devices.

There is another error in the AP-AC-LR description on the website because it says it’s 3x3 MiMo on the 2.4 GHz channel, and it’s only 2x2.

It is a GREAT access point though.

pcfarrar · 1 Oct 2018 at 09:15

WJA96 said:
There is another error in the AP-AC-LR description on the website because it says it’s 3x3 MiMo on the 2.4 GHz channel, and it’s only 2x2.

It's 3x3 on 2.4 GHz according to the specs on the Ubnt website.

https://dl.ubnt.com/datasheets/unifi/UniFi_AC_APs_DS.pdf

WJA96 · 1 Oct 2018 at 10:15

That has to be a cut & paste error. The UBNT sales literature is riddled with cut & paste errors. The AP-AC-LR only has two sets of antennae.

Kavalier · 6 Oct 2018 at 12:12

MrRockliffe said:
Would be really interested to know how you get on with it, as it's a solution I'm personally looking into for my father.

Hi mate

The installation was straight-forward. Was mind-blown with the interface, so much tweaks to apply.

Range wise I am more than happy

In short, I would recommend this product!