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USW Flex 2.5G 8 PoE + 210W Adaptor - ~7W with a single SFP+ 10Gb Link
USW Enterprise 8 PoE - ~22W with a single SFP+ 10Gb link

Those are figures from the wall socket.

The USW Flex 2.5G 8 PoE also runs a lot cooler than the USW Enterprise 8 PoE
 
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RSR said:
New EA Network update


UniFi Network Application 9.1.105​


Improvements​

  • Added an API to authorize Guests.
  • Added validation for incorrect IDS/IPDS categories in suppression aƒlerts.
  • Improved the QoS user experience.
  • Improved the representation of the Default Actions in Zone Based Firewall.
  • Improved the mDNS user experience.
  • Improved the Port Forwarding validation.
  • Improved migrating to Zone Based Firewall.
  • Improved Traffic Flows and Overview.
  • Improved the Multi-WAN user experience in the dashboard.
  • Improved the accuracy of the CyberSecure signature count on some gateway models.
  • Improved Client connection system logs.
  • Improved the WAN outage system logs.
  • Improved the search user experience in Traffic Flows.
  • Improved ACL rule validation.
  • Improved the backup restore resiliency.
  • Removed IPv6 protocols from NAT protocol selection.

Bugfixes​

  • Fixed an issue where Select All is missing for switches in Port Manager.
  • Fixed the inability to select the site to restore when restoring a multi-site backup on a UDR7.
  • Fixed an issue where users could see Poor Ethernet Link Speed after restarting an AP.
  • Fixed an issue where UID Enterprise was not added to the VPN Zone in Zone Based Firewall.
  • Fixed an issue where Gateway/VPN and External/External chains were missing in Zone Based Firewall.
  • Fixed an issue where IPv6 addresses were used instead of IPv4 for VPN Servers.
  • Fixed the inability to edit Update Schedules and removed the ghost button.
  • Fixed an issue where the devices incorrectly display the port name on the port page.

Additional information​

  • Create a backup before upgrading your UniFi Network Application if any issues are encountered.
  • See the UniFi Network Server Help Center article for more information on self-hosting a server.
  • UniFi Network Application 7.5 and newer requires MongoDB 3.6 and Java 17.
  • Version 7.5 to 8.0 supports up to MongoDB 4.4.
  • Version 8.1 and newer supports up to MongoDB 7.0.
  • Version 9.0 and newer supports up to MongoDB 8.0 and Java 17/21.
  • UniFi Network Application updates may cause your adopted devices to be re-provisioned.
  • Existing UniFi Network Applications must be on one of the following versions to upgrade directly to this version:
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Cloudflare DDNS support has been working a treat.
 
Seearbe said:
Hey - hoping for a bit of advice on Ubiquiti. I currently have an 3-hub Asus network setup with two routers acting as APs, wired into the main router. So may drop-outs, unresponsive devices, not connecting to the strongest signal etc, so thinking I need to change to a different system.

Thinking of getting a Cloud Gateway Max (not that I can find the no storage version at a sensible price anywhere) and then having an 8- or 16-port POE switch in the loft to aggregate all wired connections from around the house, along with a WiFi AP. I'd like to get a 2.5g backbone to all of this as next plan is to get an Unraid NAS setup to act as a media server and backup solution. I'd eventually like to sort of remote access to the NAS with a VPN etc, so overall security becomes a consideration. Perhaps even longer term there would be some CCTV but that's not a current plan.

So quick sense-check: is Ubiquiti the right thing to to be considering? If I understand correctly, there are no annual subscription costs to what I'm proposing.

Main question is what AP you'd suggest I get? Reliability and range are the critical requirements, looking to cover a 4-bed house plus garden of around 50-60m. Hoping it's possible to get away with a single AP, because money, but could install additional APs under the floor upstairs (mostly accessible), mounted on ground floor ceiling and/or at the end of the garden (brick shed with CAT5e and power - might try and switch out for 6a). Raw speed of wifi isn't such a big thing - TVs and PCs are all wired connection, so it's only mobile phones and IoT things that use the Wifi, none of which are used for any massive lift. Perhaps the occasional Zoom call from a work laptop in the house but that's it really.

Thank you.
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Quoting myself but hey...

After posting in here and getting some advice, I'd decided I needed to wait before taking the Ubiquiti leap since there wasn't a device that dealt with my needs whilst also providing a 2.5Gbe network upgrade. Well here we are only a small number of weeks later, grateful that Ubiquiti read my post and released the UDR7 for me.

I'm only a couple of hours in but so far I am massively, massively impressed. Immediate highlights are:
  • Loving the way the UDR7 just has single networks and will effectively deal with band allocation - the Asus needed separate 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz networks to be effective
  • Setting up a virtual LAN for the IoT devices, so separate SSID for that and default to the IoT Network is a breeze
  • Ability to assign wired devices to the IoT Network at the click of a button - helpful given I have sub-switches on the network. I can even assign a whole LAN port if a chose to, so every device on the sub-switch could go straight to the IoT Network.
  • Built in Ad Blocker, although let's see how that works in practice
  • WiFi coverage has improved. I only have the UDR7 broadcasting a WiFi signal rather than using additional routers as access points and every device in the house is now connected and reporting excellent signal. Before, I had all sorts of troublesome devices.
  • Honeytrap. No idea whether it's useful but I've activated it so let's see.
  • Remote access. So when my wife complains she's got an issue, I can troubleshoot for her.
Probably more to come but straight off the bat, it's £270 well spent!
 
Seearbe said:
Quoting myself but hey...

After posting in here and getting some advice, I'd decided I needed to wait before taking the Ubiquiti leap since there wasn't a device that dealt with my needs whilst also providing a 2.5Gbe network upgrade. Well here we are only a small number of weeks later, grateful that Ubiquiti read my post and released the UDR7 for me.

I'm only a couple of hours in but so far I am massively, massively impressed. Immediate highlights are:
  • Loving the way the UDR7 just has single networks and will effectively deal with band allocation - the Asus needed separate 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz networks to be effective
  • Setting up a virtual LAN for the IoT devices, so separate SSID for that and default to the IoT Network is a breeze
  • Ability to assign wired devices to the IoT Network at the click of a button - helpful given I have sub-switches on the network. I can even assign a whole LAN port if a chose to, so every device on the sub-switch could go straight to the IoT Network.
  • Built in Ad Blocker, although let's see how that works in practice
  • WiFi coverage has improved. I only have the UDR7 broadcasting a WiFi signal rather than using additional routers as access points and every device in the house is now connected and reporting excellent signal. Before, I had all sorts of troublesome devices.
  • Honeytrap. No idea whether it's useful but I've activated it so let's see.
  • Remote access. So when my wife complains she's got an issue, I can troubleshoot for her.
Probably more to come but straight off the bat, it's £270 well spent!
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I'm biased as my entire network is built around ubiquiti kit, but I don't think anything else on the consumer market comes close.

I've worked with every networking vendor known to man through work and I still rate Ubiquiti as the run away leader for home networking. It's simply outstanding kit. Simple, feature-packed... and when they work out most of the initial bugs, blisteringly fast and reliable.
 
It is possibly the best bang-for-buck if you don't have any leftfield requirements and you want to source your access points, switches and gateway from the same supplier and are happy to deal with their stock availability and keep your own maintenance hardware if you can't wait for their fairly lengthy RMA timelines. I'm not sure it's as enterprisey as they like to portray but for small business it's fine and about 20% the cost of Meraki.

A lot of people totally overcomplicate their home network because some Youtuber has told them they need a grand of Ubiquiti gear, which annoys me a little bit. I touch networks for a job, I don't want to do it at home. I ran everything off a BT Home Hub for years because I had zero need for any sort of advanced features.
 
At the moment I just have the UDR7 add it's almost enough for what I need. End of the garden isn't getting the coverage I'd like though, so probably need to add a wifi7 AP in an outbuilding and another on the loft to improve overall coverage. And then the kids' switch is just out of range which I'm hoping the loft ap solves but might not.

And then I'm having carpet replaced so ideal time to run cable, all connecting in the loft, so then it's a 2.5gbe switch up there.

Cost certainly adds up.

Oh which point, is 6a u/FTP the right cable to go for? This doesn't need grounding, right?
 
Caged said:
It is possibly the best bang-for-buck if you don't have any leftfield requirements and you want to source your access points, switches and gateway from the same supplier and are happy to deal with their stock availability and keep your own maintenance hardware if you can't wait for their fairly lengthy RMA timelines. I'm not sure it's as enterprisey as they like to portray but for small business it's fine and about 20% the cost of Meraki.

A lot of people totally overcomplicate their home network because some Youtuber has told them they need a grand of Ubiquiti gear, which annoys me a little bit. I touch networks for a job, I don't want to do it at home. I ran everything off a BT Home Hub for years because I had zero need for any sort of advanced features.
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I have to resist wanting to add complexity.
Dream Machine SE because I wanted a couple of CCTV cameras.
Pro Max POE because it wanted 2.5gb for my main pcs and Nas.
Couple of APs, got a couple of the protect floodlights as well, yes they're expensive but they work so damn well when triggered by cameras.
 
Seearbe said:
At the moment I just have the UDR7 add it's almost enough for what I need. End of the garden isn't getting the coverage I'd like though, so probably need to add a wifi7 AP in an outbuilding and another on the loft to improve overall coverage.
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You mention cost is an issue, in which case why do you need wifi7 outdoors - just settle for a cheap WiFi 5 or 6 AP, 6ghz range isn't great and do you really need maximum speed outside in your garden?

Seearbe said:
Oh which point, is 6a u/FTP the right cable to go for? This doesn't need grounding, right?
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You just need external grade Cat6 utp.
 
Ev0 said:
Same here, it was absolutely fine for the years I used it.
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Likewise.

Currently using Opnsense on an old Dell with 2 x BT smart hub 2s as AP, one free from the ISP and the second £20, both and 450Mbps. Bit excessive for my WiFi needs mind you.

Always tempted by new gear but won't get anywhere near the same value as the above.
 
I bought an original UDR on early access so was only £80 or so, and it sat in a box for ages after getting it out for a quick test.

Stability and wireless performance just wasn't as good as the BT and Vodafone bits of kit at the time.

As updates have come through, plus needing to do some more tinkering type stuff with the network, the UDR is doing a better job now but it's still not as simple.
 
G6 turret already. At this rate they'll run out of numbers. G5 isn't that old is it.
Not much between the G6 and the Ai turret.
 
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I wish an update to the UDM would come out. Looking at replacing my USG but I am anticipating 10Gbit fibre will be on the horizon soon.

The UCG Fiber looks about right spec wise but would be nice to have a rackmount product
 
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Sin_Chase said:
I wish an update to the UDM would come out. Looking at replacing my USG but I am anticipating 10Gbit fibre will be on the horizon soon.
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UCG Fiber (Fibre for anyone outside the US :D) not interest you? I guess if you want the HDD slot its no good.
 
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ChrisD. said:
Oh, wasn't aware. I ordered the cable from elsewhere.
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Check your invoice, it auto added a UK power lead to my order when I put UK in at checkout.


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