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UniFi's Advanced Wi-Fi Settings Explained
UniFi’s advanced Wi-Fi settings, what they mean, and how you should use them. Freshly updated for UniFi Network version 8.4.59, including Radio Manager, PPSK, and other recent changes.
UniFi Network Comparison Charts
All my charts for comparing Ubiquiti’s models of UniFi Gateways, Consoles, Wireless Access Points, and Switches. Last updated in August 2024 for the Enterprise Fortress Gateway, UXG-Enterprise, and Wi-Fi 7 access points.
Home Network Update: Goodnight, UniFi Dream Machine
A little update on my home network. I retired my UniFi Dream Machine and replaced it with the Cloud Gateway Ultra, Enterprise 8 PoE switch, and U7 Pro access point.
Aruba Instant On Comparison Charts
Comparison charts for all Aruba Instant On switches and wireless access points, as of March 2024. These show spec comparisons for all devices, including their new Wi-Fi 6 and 6E APs, and their 1430, 1830, 1860, and 1960 series switches.
U7-Pro Preview: Welcome to Wi-Fi 7
A brief look at 802.11be and Ubiquiti’s first Wi-Fi 7 AP, the U7-Pro.
UXG-Lite Review: Monkey’s Paw Gateway
In-depth review of the UniFi Gateway Lite (UXG-Lite), including setup, settings, features, USG and UXG-Pro comparisons, iPerf routing and VPN speed tests, and OpenSSL benchmarking.
UniFi Express Preview: Flexible and Mesh-able
A preview of the UniFi Express (UX), a flexible new Cloud Gateway and access point from Ubiquiti. This covers the specs, it’s place in the lineup, and a comparison to other UniFi Cloud Gateways and mesh Wi-Fi options.
UXG-Lite Preview: A Proper USG Replacement
A preview of the new UniFi Gateway Lite (UXG-Lite) covering hardware specs, limitations, and where it fits in the gateway lineup.
UniFi Wi-Fi Access Point Buyers Guide
This guide compares all UniFi access point models, including the new U6+ and Wi-Fi 6E Enterprise models. It also covers some Wi-Fi network basics and offers advice on how to pick the right model.
UniFi Pro 8 PoE Switch: Overview and Comparison
This comparison covers the new UniFi Professional 8 PoE switch specs, alternatives from UniFi and other vendors, and where this new model fits in the UniFi switch lineup.
Ubiquiti EdgeMAX, EdgePoint, and UISP Comparison Charts
All my charts for comparing Ubiquiti’s models of EdgeMAX products. Includes all EdgeSwitches, EdgeRouters, EdgePoints, and UISP routers and switches.
eero PoE Gateway and PoE 6: Overview and Product Story
My overview of the eero PoE Gateway and eero PoE 6, covering the hardware specs and core software features. It also covers eero for Business, Pro Installers, and Service Providers, and who these products are for.
TP-Link Omada Comparison Charts
All my charts for comparing TP-Links’s models of Omada Wireless Access Points, Routers, Switches, and Controllers.
UniFi Gateway Comparison: USG vs UDM vs UXG
Overview and comparison of all UniFi gateway routers: Security Gateways, next-gen gateways, Dream Machines, and Cloud Consoles.
UISP Switch Review: Battle of the Brands
My review of Ubiquiti’s UISP Switch and the still-under-construction UISP hardware line. EdgeMAX is dead, long live EdgeMAX.