2022 Complete Unifi Setup Guide
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- If you’ve been looking at Ubiquiti and don’t know where to start, look no further! Welcome to the 2022 complete UniFi setup guide! We will talk about the features of the UDM Pro and other gear bring it all together in a unified network.
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Mr Miller,
As a complete novice, I was able to set up my home network in a few hours, following your incredibly informative and easy to follow set up tutorial video. THANK YOU !!!
My Network:
- UDM-SE
- Unifi Network Pro 48 PoE switch
- (5) U6 -Long Rang WiFi access points
- Cameras and door bell to follow
I was able to set up a super fast, secure access point WiFi network through my home and yard. I am extra grateful for the concise explanation you provided on creating additional networks, rules & permissions, and security measures. None of which is explained in simple layman's terms at Ubiquity or anywhere else for that matter.
I hope you continue to do additional videos on best practices/ maintenance/ advanced user tips and tricks for us novices, especially as firmware updates and features evolve.
Again, thank you.
Dude I absolutely love your videos! They are so informative and easy to follow and understand. Good to have a fellow geek such as yourself make and provide these videos, to not only display the latest network technology, but to also consider practical network and security configurations to implement. I will be upgrading our Wi-Fi network at church and have learned a lot regarding Unifi/Ubiquity from your videos. Kudos and thanks!
Brilliantly explained, thank you so much for this. This is invaluable for anyone taking the Unifi plunge.
This video is unreal, i'm looking to upgrade my home network and infrastructure and you have just made a clear distinction between other brands by explaining the full setup. Thank you very much
Legit. This is exactly what I needed and will be perfect for my home network
This guy is great, explains things simply and when he uses an acronym, he actually explains rather than me going onto Google and finding out POE means Path of Exile,
Don’t know how a computer game refers to cables, but at least this guy explains it’s actually Power Over Ethernet
Hi great video!! I've followed your guide but I'm struggling with main network - iot network communication! This is what I did:
1) I've enabled Multicas DNS on both main network and IoT network
2) I've created the two exact firewall rules discussed in your videos:
- RULE 1: drop LAN in (all) -> from main network -> to iot network
- RULE 2: drop LAN in (all) -> from iot network > to mail network.
As soon as I disable those two rules, everything works; as soon as I turn on those two rules I can't reach my printers and chromecasts.
I tried the following configuration, but I'm a noob, so I don't know if it's ok or not:
- RULE 0: new rule: allow established and related: accept LAN in (all) -> match state established + match state related
- RULE 1: eliminated (the rule was: drop LAN in (all) -> from main network -> to iot network)
- RULE 2: same as before: drop LAN in (all) -> from iot network > to mail network
Please, somebody can help me? Is my configuration correct? Thank you very much!
My configuration:
- dream router as controller;
- three old UAP-LR
having the same issue i setup as he did with the firewall rules and with both rules enabled i can see my tv but i cannot use airplay. once disabled works no problem
Great video! Glad to see you making content again
Dude, this is an awesome video. I'm in the market for a Ubiquiti system since I'm buying a new house. Every word in this video is informational. Many thanks.
Thank you for the fully comprehensive explanation. You have a gift for teaching and describing complex topics.
can you make a full video setting up Multicast DNS? i followed your steps and am unable to cast to my Chromecast ultra when its on the IoT network and my phone is the main WiFi.
That's exactly what I was wondering since you deny access to IoT network.... Would it just be a rule to allow connecting to IoT Devices and not allow IoT connections to other networks without established and connected connections. If that's true.. Would like to see that video too!
Thank you, such a good guide, stacked with useful information 🙏
I would have setup a camera Wi-Fi network for Wi-Fi cameras.
Is there a way to change the camera to the Camera network if they are plugged into a non unifi switch?
UDM SE - has 8 POE Ports, 2 are POE+ 6 are POEaf
Geese my memory failed me…🤦
UDM SE and Pro should not be used in production environment where clients are consistently using Microsoft Teams and Zoom. There are tons of problems, UDMs cannot handle, consistent, voice packets. Microsoft teams and zoom sessions will drop. Adjusting smart queues on 300M+ is recommended to troubleshoot but worthless.
Thank you for the update UniFi. Something you can add to this is using special characters or spaces in your Wi-Fi name/SSID or password can create issues with certain devices for some reason. I guess older technology or what not. Hopefully that saves somebody to extra stress.
amongst billions of videos this is the best, Well done mate! keep it up, and that's a subscribe for u! cheers.
Hey Jack - I love your videos. They are always very informative. I have a couple of questions. I noticed you didn't create an SSID for the Camera's. Are you just using the IoT SSID for the Camera network? You also showed us how to create 5 rules. You have 7 showing on the screen? Block lan from cameras and Block IoT from cameras was missing. I assume it's pretty much simlar to how we created the other rules? Love your stuff! Appreicate yah!
Only one of the cameras was WIFI-only. He was happy to have this on the LAN SSID, so no dedicated Camera SSID required.
Do you have an idea why my 3 AC PRO can't handle 20+++ users when they're doing a Google Meet video conference simultaneously?
For each Access Point, I've done
1. Different channels each of them (either the 2.4 GHz one, or the 5 GHz one).
2. VT40 for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with each of them set to Medium Power Limit
But still can't handle that moment sometimes.
Interesting, thanks. My cams are always recording, since the motion detection sometimes does not pick up small movements, and disk space is fairly cheap
Recently watched a video from Shane Whatley where he made POE cameras HomeKit enabled. If you set up a VLAN for your exterior cameras so they don’t see the rest of the network, would it still be possible to use the workaround so they are viewable in HomeKit and stored via HomeKit SecureVideo?
Bought a house with a hugely complex Ubiquiti setup but ZERO attention to aesthetics. Ethernet cables and power splitters in every room with all kinds of dongles and whatnot hanging out of every mains outlet.
I was ready to buy a full complete network package, however, the dream machine pro or SE are never in stock at the ubiquity online store. I'm definitely not dropping $580 at Newegg or Amazon. Sucks that these devices are bought up and resold for ridiculous amounts. This is the same reason I haven't built a PC. Looks like I have to wait again
Get a $100-200 computer and whack pfSense (or OPNsense) on it and don't look back. I ditched my Unifi router some time ago.
@@daninmanchester Where can I get information on how to setup different networks and associate with Access Points
This was great. I came by because I am searching how to set up Unifi protect with just Unifi rack mounted NVR and Cloud Key +. I liked you r explanation of VLANs that was amazing 35:15
Great video. It's nice that you went through all the settings for the Networks, but you missed one. You didn't show the settings for the private LAN network. With your setup, is the LAN supposed to have mDNS enabled or disabled?
I apologize. Yes the Lan network is supposed to have mdns enabled. Also some devices don’t play nicely with it so you may have to disable the rule to block lan from iot
Thank you for your help , its very much appreciated . UNIFI should be PAYING YOU for your services to educate us , the consumer on how to set up their product because not even a proper user manual is included with these units explain .. I SUBSCRIBED because you are a great teacher ..
Dood never take this video down. I’m definitely using this as a template.
It would be nice if Ubiquiti would get some cameras in stock. I have had my UDM Pro for 6 months with out a single camera. It's a really nice paperweight.
shittiest part of unify. can not buy anything not even dream machines now!
This is a great video, you did a good job of explaining technical details and settings that someone with experience might want to know where and how, and in a way that’s easy to understand for even complete beginners.
Sir i am stuck in unifi wifi problem. I have installed unifi in 3 different offices such wifi name fleet, Kapoor & Khalid. I have adopt these wifi devices in unifi network application. When i come in any office then 3 wifi shows in these office.Like if i go khalid office then 3 wifi shows. I want resolve this problem .Please guide me.
The Dream Machine is just massive for a small home user. I miss the USG.
To be honest, routing is the one thing for which I stay away from Unifi. For switching and wifi, there's none better.
Fat shaming your bedroom switch… Wooowww. Its just big boned
how to fixed this error on window server 2022,
Initializing UniFi Network Server ...
Initializing your UniFi Network Server ...
Port 8080 is used by other programs
Start-up failed.
I don’t need the camera security system. What would be the name of a ubiquity router that would handle a wired LAN with poe ports and the ubiquity access points?
Wouldn’t blocking IoT block your TVs from accessing Apple TVs assuming TVs are on lan and Apple TVs are on WiFi. Yes, I know Apple TVs now have Ethernet ports to have on same vlan. Just using as an example.
Covered everything I can think of. Thanks and great job on making this video.
Wait, so the Dream Machine Pro SE can act as your home wifi router? I don't need to purchase a separate one?
My plan was to set up my ISP modem, run the rj45 to a dual-band 3000 sq ft router, and then from that, feed the dream machine another rj45.
But the individual router can be skipped altogether? Do I just need the UDM Pro SE & an access point to set up 3000 sq ft of wifi range?
Thanks for your vids. Very educational. One question. If your cameras are on a different network from your phones can you still see the video feed from the cameras?
Which hardwired POE+, NVR is less proprietary to other MFG cameras? I need to find a solution for 16 Cameras. or use other mfgrs flood light Dual lens / rotating 90 deg up down....180 deg rotate AI patrol tracking. Are injectors needed for 200 to 500 ft?
I just can't get my LR to perform and I can't explain why.
On 5Ghz I have so much lag :( I disabled all the things (and enabled all) suggested from reddit/Google/unifi forums
Had to check the box with "enable multiple gateways" under "advanced settings" on the synology network settings.
i am NOT a tech guy.... I just Upgraded to a DMpro I plugged in all connections from the last UNIFI Machine i have 1 16 poe switch which is working... from this 16 switch I have 2 other 8 lite switches both 8 lite switch do have cameras and wifi access points both 8 lite switches are NOT popping up... do I need to unplug ALL and plug each one
Plex server is somehow have a bandwidth limitation as if the VLAN is doing remote access even with the firewall rule opening the port 34200. The only way for direct play is move it back to LAN network. Anyway to fix this and keep the VLAN ?
HELLO I WANT 1 DOOR BELL AND 4G cameras (4) procted any ideal what i need to make it happened, can you list me what i need to make my 4k G4 cameras (4) of the work? Like i need dream machine pro or se only and thats all or do i need some other things aside?
Thank for the tutorial. Is it possible to protect network traffic on my mobile using Unifi. Is this even a thing? I heard something about WireGuard is that it? How to set it up using Dream Machine? Thanks in advance!
Great video. One question regarding the iot vlan. Since you created block rules in the firewall to and from how is mdns still operational?
200 mbps from WiFi okay from 1 gig network?? Dude!!!
NEVER EVER EVER assume a wireless connection is more secure than a hardline. Wireless signals can be collected and decrypted without even being on your property. It takes a physical intrusion to intercept a hardline (Ethernet) connection. Please do not follow his advice on allowing the wifi camera to access the regular LAN network. It should definitely be on a separate VLAN. If you're really paranoid, cameras should have their own dedicated network connecting only to the router with a VLAN configuration on place at that level.
You do realize the Wi-Fi connection for the dedicated camera vlan is susceptible to the same thing you just described right?
@@MillerTechnicalServices yes, which is why I recommended a completely dedicated network. There is no 100% on network security. There will always be a vulnerability. Limiting the number of vulnerabilities is the name of the game. Posting a video depicting a camera having access to all devices on a network, in my mind is a bit reckless. The key is compartmentalization at the highest possible level. While that may not be the most efficient in terms of speed, it is the most secure, albeit not 100%. Nothing is 100%.
One of the best videos I've seen for this hardware and you did it step-by-step thank you so much it really helps out
Has separating IOT out made adopting new devices annoying? Usually don't they auto connect to what your phone is on?
How can I handle two WAN sources? I've been using Starlink and just recently the county has installed fiber to the home.
Problem is you are stuck with UNIFI cameras only. And they are expensive and not that great.
My supplier provides me with a terminal in mode bridge, with port LAN1 I can use. I don't want to by better router this time. I would like to use access points. What kind of devices do I need to connect terminal with access points in my house?
Sorry I'm a complete noob, does this device do the same firewall functions as a Netgate 1100 or better?
I've enabled Multicast DNS and see my devices but I'm unable to actually cast like Spotify to my Nest Max. I can see in the system logs that my phones are being blocked by the rules we set up. Which makes sense but I'm at a loss really.
This all good information if only one could buy the equipment, the udm pro and pro se are as hard to get ahold of as a Playstation 5
Second try lol
Love the New into and the lights in the background
Good day
Love your video learned new things every day. Would know there training course for udm pro ?
I do not have ubiquiti equipment, but I want to achieve this same kind of setup, is it possible with a netgear nighthawk rax80?
I do have a question for you, What is the best way to protect your Access Points so hackers can't all of the network?, Thank you
I’m seriously in awe of you and how well you explained everything with not too much or too little. Very nice
hello, I took a camera g3 dome from a person, I don't know if it was stolen or not, my question is, if the camera has IP and when I connect the camera, can the owner see that I have it connected?
The Dream Machine is great for a single home use site, but what if we don't need all the functions of the Dream Machine. At the price point, it is expensive if you don't need all the features. What is the replacement for the USG or USG-Pro?
That is what a lot of home users really want. A USW-Lite PoE in either 8port or 16port, a gateway and a couple of access points.
Unfortunately that is where Ubiquiti falls over for the home user. The Dream Machine is way over kill for most home networks, where a gateway, lite duty PoE switch and a couple of access points is all that is needed. The Dream Machine, as it cannot be controlled via a cloud based controller, is not really good for Enterprise.
Add to this that the Unifi Software is a mess of missing features and not knowing what direction it is going, I am failing to see where the Unifi line up fits in right now. The software is barely worthy of being called Beta, the feature set is poor for the price point. It's not suitable for Enterprise and it is too complex for most home users. There are just better options at the price point.
Edit 25 Aug 2022: 7.9.2 is an improvement and a lot of newer features are worth looking at, but you will still find yourself switching between legacy and new interface to find all the settings.
I'm wondering about this too. Trying to get into this space at a budget. Not sure what I need. Using the T-Mobile home internet gateway. I need to connect multiple devices via Ethernet and WiFi as well as a couple Poe cameras. Can probably get away with 1-2 AP. Maybe 8-16 ports total. Only my laptop is wifi 6, rest 5
how do you connect to it if you don’t have existing wifi connection?
i just have a modem
48 port poe
cloud key
usg
and 2ap
i can’t even get to your first step which is connection to the mobile app
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My UDM doesn't have UDM. 😞
Aah, that's the SE variant.
Great video but confused why the little annoying camera is not in the 20
I tried adding a unifi ac long range access point to my network. It shows up in my wifi but won't connect to it. Any ideas?
What is the correct Unifi Web site URL for ordering equipment ?
Thank you for making this video! It will come in handy when I set up my new network at home. =)
I heard you can mess up the sfp modules if they aren’t the correct ones. Too much light maybe
thanks! this will save me tons of time. I just bought UDMProSE and i cant wait to see it :)
I have 5 access points in my house. Can I use the DMpro for one of them since my switch is limited to 4?
The hue bridge and Google home mini won't connect to the Iot network - any tips?
It is a bit lame, that I cannot get a cheaper router from Ubiquiti, one without disk
Can you call me? I have ubiquity and have lost video and mangement
Wow those firewall rules are crazy, instead of blocking all traffic it just routes everything. What if you have thousands of vlan's and need to isolate just one of them
Pretty sure Ubiquiti would just tell you to pound sand
Could just block private Rfc1918 to rfc1918 that blocks inter-vlan routing in one rule
Not only that I found the UI counter intuitive too. I switched to pfSense and just use unifi for switches and APs. I don't know why they had to reinvent firewall rules, it could have been such a hot appliance.
This was a great video, thank you very much for the great information. I plan to implement 100% of this.
Other than the equipment are there any other(monthly) costs with the set up you just presented?
Does that Plex port firewall rule allow IoT devices to reach the Plex port of any address on the main vlan? Can you specify the Plex server address in the firewall rule?
Yes to both questions. I have 3 Plex servers at my house, only one of which is accessible via the WAN side. That’s why I just opened the port between networks.
This is really everything one needs to set up his network. Love it, couldn't be better. Thanks man! Oh, yeah, what's missing is the connection from the ISP-modem in bridge mode to the Dream machine.
Can you connect u6 ap and a u6 mesh together and get good speeds ? Or all have to me Mesh?
love the video..... Australia will never see these speeds..... sigh (Cries in max 50 down and 15 up....)
What was the track at the end of the video. I shazamed it but can't find it
Love their equipment but, you cannot get it for love nor money !!
Also, do you need to allow Ports 8443 and 8080 for the camera to connect to the cloud key controller? The Block Cameras from LAN won’t let my cameras connect with it enabled.
You won’t be able to view them unless you’re on the security network. You can go ahead and forward those ports and see if it works.
@@MillerTechnicalServices Allowing the ports didn't work. I'm logged in through my cloud key 2+, and I'm not exactly sure what you mean by the security network do you mean the 192.168.20.x?
I got it to work by allowing the static IP address that I gave the cloud key access to the camera network.
Still new to this how do I add a desktop computer?
You forgot to put the G3 Instant on the Cameras network
Not seeing the option to select "lan" during the "block lan from iot" and "block iot from lan". It is only listing my VLANs I created, not a general "LAN" option...
Nevermind. Looks like it is just called "default" now.
where are you located happy to hire you for install
Can you do a Unifi Setup with the Unifi router?
The best Unifi tutorial I’ve ever seen. Thanks!
i really wanna work with you.Any interest in review our security camera? if so,feel free to DM me,thanks
Hey Jack, Super video. I created my new Unifi System based on this video and per our consultation. A true subject matter expert and a gentleman.
Your shirt kinda looks like a German flag xD
Good morning friend, excellent video. I need to ask you if you can explain or recommend a video on how a category and a restriction application can be added to a DPI Restrictions group (outside of those that already exist there). I want to be able to add new apps to web locks, but I don't know how to add them to the DPI Restrictionsn group that I have created in the UDP PRO. I would appreciate it if you could guide me or tell me what I can read or review, thanks.
Can I use Allen routers instead of ap ?
You made me re-do my netwerk hahaha great video!
Great Video! Is it correct, that the different networks can not be defined with the Cloud Key Gen2 Plus? Only with the dream machine? Thanks
No, this is not correct. You need a gateway to pair with the cloud key. The cloud key runs the controller applications. The devices are being controlled by it. No data passes through it. If you want a full UniFi system without it being a UDM (I would never recommend UDM for a business), pick uo a Cloud Key Gen 2 + and the Gateway Lite.
Question, if a opening a hotel, let say is going to have 10 rooms, and each room is going to have its own network.
Do I have to put a u6 for each room?
Also for instance the hotel has 3 floors and 2 internet services, so I will need to 2 UDM pro?
From what I've seen in hotels, each room doesn't have its own AP. The APs are usually placed in hallways and meeting/conference rooms/lobbies, etc. You will need to have a "heat map" done of your hotel to see where the wifi signal reaches from AP. You then use this this data to place your APs strategiaclly so that your hotel has good coverage. In other words, if you only have 1 AP for a long hallway, your guests at the far end of the hallway may not get good signal. If you place your APs too close to each other, they can cause interference. You also need to be mindful of the construction of the hotel. Thick walls will cause signal issues.