The Ubiquiti UAP-AC Access Point Firmware 3.8.1.6409 is a reliable and efficient device primarily designed for businesses and organizations seeking enhanced wireless coverage and stability, even in high-traffic areas. This access point is easy to setup and manage, making it ideal for both novice and expert users.

List of Features

• 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless connectivity.
• Integrated Omni Antennas for expanded wireless coverage.
• Supports a maximum of four SSIDs per radio.
• 2.4GHz radio frequency transmit power up to 25 dBm with a data transfer rate of up to 450Mbps.
• 5GHz band transmit power up to 22 dBm with a data transfer rate of up to 1300Mbps.
• Clean industrial design with seamless environment integrations.

Specifications

• Radio 1-2x2 MIMO 2.4GHz.
• Radio 2-2x2 MIMO 5GHz.
• Four (4) SSIDs per Radio.
• Modes: Access Point, Universal Repeater, WISP (Client + Router).
• Networking Interfaces: (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports.
• Power Method: 802.3af PoE, 24V Passive PoE or the included power adapter.
• Included: Ubiquiti PoE Gigabit Adapter, Power Cord, AC Clamp, Mounting Bracket, Screws, Quick Installation Guide.

Using technologies

The Ultra-Efficient UAP-AC-PRO can be powered by a UniFi Controller via PoE. Some noteworthy technologies the UAP-AC access point leverages includes:

• Beamforming technology: Allows prioritization of client usability and enhances wireless coverage by directing signal streams directly to where they matter most.
• VLAN Tagging: Allows assignment of unique tag identifier for each piece of data that needs to be transmitted, enabling higher-level network routing benefits and increased network security for ultra-sensitive data which needs strict compliance.
• RSSI enhancement technology: Auto-detects the signal-to-noise ratio status of a device (tablet or Smart-phone) utilizing advanced RTS-CTS threshold means.

Known issues with this device and troubleshooting

Although the Ubiquiti UAP-AC Access Point with Firmware version 3.8 presents various hardware-led advancements and software refinements, the diverse tech-stack, even when combined with other machines or network firewalls, isn't perceived troublesome in general. Nonetheless, sometimes, you may also encounter sporadic transmission issues. When this occurs, the following troubleshooting measures might be worth exploring to confirm your network stabilization:

• Upgrade your firmware
• Reset your system
• Modify maximum transmission power in the CHANNEL TAB section
• Reconfigure your DHCP server IP address and lease time center as indicated in the STATUS light on its front-side.
• Strengthen Wi-Fi coverage by adding the corresponding satellites via WPS following Wi-Fi security measures[1].

Driver information

The Ubiquiti UAP-AC Access Point with Firmware version 3.8.1.6409 does not necessarily require driver installation for Operating System Version 2.0 or higher. However, Laptops with a Windows operating system need to install Ubiquiti Wi-Fi Config Files for Windows 7/8 and MAC." On the other hand, Ubuntu and Debian machines have Unifi Controller packages distributed in their official repository. For macOS install UniFi Controller on Redboot chipset architecture. More details on driver usage requirement is available online.