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Configure static vs DHCP on UniFi networks
This guide will walk you through the basics, the differences, and when to use static IP vs. DHCP in your UniFi network.
Iron Brands6 min read - 102
UniFi Minimum RSSI
What is Minimum RSSI in UniFi? Step-by-step guide to set the right value, kick weak clients off the AP, and improve roaming on multi-AP networks.
Iron Brands4 min read - 103
How to add a device to your UniFi Controller: A step by step guide
Step-by-step guide to add a new device to your UniFi Controller. Adoption methods, SSH set-inform commands, and what to do when adoption fails.
Iron Brands4 min read - 104
Mastering UniFi DNS Resolver: A step by step guide
How to use the UniFi DNS Resolver to control name resolution across your network. Step-by-step setup, configuration tips, troubleshooting.
Iron Brands5 min read - 105
Understanding UniFi Controller RADIUS
What is RADIUS in UniFi Controller? Step-by-step guide to enable enterprise-grade authentication for your Wi-Fi networks and VPN clients.
Iron Brands4 min read - 106
Guide on how to start a speed test in the UniFi controller
A guide on how to run a speed test in the UniFi Controller in an easy way to keep tabs on your network’s performance.
Iron Brands7 min read - 107
Detailed process of updating your UniFi Controller via SSH
This guide will walk you through the process, from preparing your backup to verifying the update.
Iron Brands6 min read - 108
How to configure UniFi AP groups: A guide
Configuring access points one by one doesn't scale. How to create UniFi AP groups, assign APs to them, and push Wi-Fi settings in bulk.
Iron Brands3 min read - 109
UniFi switch port management & troubleshooting
Port stuck provisioning or a device that won't connect? Guide to UniFi switch port profiles, VLAN assignments, PoE control, and common fixes.
Iron Brands6 min read - 110
UniFi fast roaming
Improve Wi-Fi handoff between UniFi APs with fast roaming. Step-by-step guide to enable 802.11r and avoid client drop-offs while moving around.
Iron Brands3 min read - 111
How to set timezone in your UniFi controller
Log timestamps not matching local time? How to set the timezone in your UniFi Controller, fix the grayed-out option, and verify the change stuck.
Iron Brands6 min read - 112
How to transfer ownership of UniFi Controller
Handing a UniFi Controller to a new owner? Steps for UniFi OS consoles and self-hosted setups, plus what to do if the original owner is gone.
Dries Steenberghe3 min read - 113
How to Update your UniFi controller docker
Update a Dockerized UniFi Controller safely: back up settings, pull the latest image, swap containers, verify, and roll back if the update breaks.
Iron Brands7 min read - 114
UniFi Ad Blocking: A step by step guide
How does ad blocking work in UniFi? Step-by-step guide to enable DNS-based ad filtering and block unwanted traffic across your whole network.
Dries Steenberghe3 min read - 115
Troubleshooting UniFi Server Reject Issues
Device adoption failing with Server Reject? Common causes — wrong inform URL, firewall rules, outdated firmware — and the steps to fix each one.
Dries Steenberghe3 min read - 116
Utilizing Ad Blocking On Your Network
Want to block ads across your entire UniFi network? Step-by-step guide to enable network-wide ad blocking using DNS filtering on your gateway.
Iron Brands6 min read - 117
UniFi Minimum Data Rate Control: A guide
Sticky clients dragging down your Wi-Fi? How minimum data rate and RSSI thresholds work in UniFi, where to set them, and which values to pick.
Dries Steenberghe3 min read - 118
How to upgrade firmware on a UniFi U7 Pro
Learn how to update your UniFi U7 Pro firmware using the UniFi Controller or SSH. Step-by-step instructions and tips for troubleshooting upgrade issues.
Iron Brands3 min read - 119
How to adopt a UniFi U7 Pro access point
Learn how to adopt your UniFi U7 Pro to a controller. Step-by-step setup, SSH commands, and tips for solving common adoption issues.
Iron Brands2 min read - 120
U6 Pro vs. U6 Enterprise: Which AP to Choose?
Torn between the U6 Pro and U6 Enterprise? We compare Wi-Fi 6 vs 6E speeds, coverage, PoE requirements, and price to match the AP to your sites.
Iron Brands6 min read - 121
Install UniFi controller on Synology NAS
Run your UniFi Controller on a Synology NAS: install Docker, pull the controller image, create the container, then adopt devices and back up.
Iron Brands6 min read - 122
Cloud Gateway Max vs. Cloud Gateway Ultra
Cloud Gateway Max or Ultra? Full spec comparison: 2.5G vs 1G throughput, IDS/IPS limits, NVR storage options, and which sites fit each model.
Iron Brands3 min read - 123
Identifying client devices on a UniFi Network
Mystery device on your UniFi network? How to identify clients by MAC, hostname and fingerprinting, rename them, and set alerts for new joins.
Iron Brands9 min read - 124
Ubiquiti NAS: Setup and Integration
This guide breaks down how to set up and integrate a NAS with Ubiquiti devices, making the process simple and stress-free.
Iron Brands6 min read - 125
How parent devices work within UniFi: A guide
What are parent devices in UniFi? How gateways, Cloud Keys and Dream Machines manage child devices, and how to pick and set up the right one.
Iron Brands3 min read