> > You can run the UniFi access points without a computer controlling them, > but to do some things like the captive portal you need Unifi controller > software running.
You CAN run the access points without the controller software...but you lose more than the captive portal. The controller software does a lot of really smart handling of channel interference, signal strengths, load balancing across multiple APs, even device handoffs so that as people move through the space they don't get disconnected. It's really pretty amazing, and we took it for granted until our computer that ran the software was out of commission for a week. The wifi was MUCH less stable without the controller software running, especially since we're in an area where signal interference is often a challenge. It's also really handy for debugging issues, and noticing patterns in usage. I wouldn't skip running it - and Jacques' tip on grabbing a cheap PC to run it on is great! -Alex ------------------ *The #1 mistake in community building is doing it by yourself.* Join the list: http://coworkingweekly.com Listen to the podcast: http://dangerouslyawesome.com/podcast On Sat, Apr 11, 2015 at 10:31 PM, Jacques Paquin <[email protected]> wrote: > We're opening a cowork space that's about 14,000 sq.ft. A little large but > that's the way it worked out in the building we have. We're using a > combination of UniFi Ap and AC access points and in testing I like them. > We'll see what happens when we go live after our grand opening. So far the > coworkers in there haven't had any issues. You can run the UniFi access > points without a computer controlling them, but to do some things like the > captive portal you need Unifi controller software running. Since it was the > only thing I needed a pc for I purchased $189 Zotac Pico pc and the > controller software runs there. > > > On Friday, April 10, 2015 at 10:52:30 AM UTC-4, Shannon Hicks wrote: >> >> I misspoke... The base model is 2.4Ghz only... which for internet access >> is plenty. >> >> There's no cloud app to manage it. However, typically those cloud-managed >> solutions (Like Cisco's Meraki products) you not only have to buy the >> hardware, but you have to pay yearly fees for the software too. This is buy >> & you're done. >> >> In theory, you could set up a tiny cloud VPC to run the software... but >> it would need full-time VPN access into your network (and be publicly >> secure) for optimal results. >> >> If this info is useful to you guys, here's my Amazon affiliate link to >> the product :) >> >> Ubiquiti Networks UniFi AP Enterprise WiFi System UAP-3 (Pack of 3) >> <http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EORRBW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005EORRBW&linkCode=as2&tag=thefunmouse-20&linkId=7BFJN7FNW4K7Z54B> >> >> Shan >> >> On Friday, April 10, 2015 at 9:30:33 AM UTC-5, Jerome wrote: >>> >>> Does UniFi have a cloud app to manage these AP's or just computer-based >>> app? >>> >>> Jerome >>> >>> On Apr 10, 2015, at 7:23 AM, Shannon Hicks <[email protected]> wrote: >>> >>> What you need are some UniFi access points. They are commercial-grade >>> access points, similar to what a college campus, hospital, or any other >>> facility where they need a single wifi network, but multiple access points >>> to provide blanket coverage. >>> >>> The base model, the UniFi AP, goes for like $200 for a three-pack. They >>> are standard 2.4/5ghz Wireless N access points. They come with everything >>> you need except the ethernet cable... It comes with the mounting base >>> plate, brackets for drop ceilings, and the PoE injector. There are faster >>> (WirelessAC), and outdoor-ready models too, that of course cost more. You >>> configure the network (including advanced features like guest networks) via >>> software that runs on a computer. >>> >>> Keep in mind that these are ONLY access points. You still need a router. >>> >>> -- >>> Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com >>> --- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "Coworking" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to [email protected]. >>> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. >>> >>> -- > Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com > --- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Coworking" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Coworking" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
