Ubiquiti

Software-Defined Networking with Zero Licensing Fees

Ubiquiti builds the UniFi ecosystem of access points, managed switches, security gateways, cameras, and access control devices that IT teams, MSPs, and integrators deploy across offices, campuses, and multi-site networks without paying a single recurring license fee. The catalog spans Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E wireless infrastructure, Layer 2 and Layer 3 PoE switching, gateway appliances with built-in firewall and VPN, and a growing physical security lineup of cameras, intercoms, and door readers, all managed from one dashboard. For organizations building or upgrading networking infrastructure, Ubiquiti delivers enterprise-grade visibility and control at a fraction of what legacy vendors charge per device per year.

Ubiquiti for Every Environment

• Corporate offices and coworking spaces — UniFi U6 and U7 access points deliver high-density Wi-Fi with seamless roaming across floors, while PoE switches power every AP from a single wiring closet
• K-12 schools and university campuses — ceiling-mount and in-wall access points blanket classrooms and dormitories with reliable connectivity, managed centrally by a single IT administrator
• Multi-site retail and hospitality — Dream Machine gateways at each location report back to a cloud-hosted UniFi console, giving franchise operators a single pane of glass across dozens of sites
• Warehouses and outdoor facilities — outdoor-rated access points and long-range building-to-building bridges extend coverage to parking lots, loading docks, and remote structures
• MSP and integrator deployments — centralized multi-tenant management lets service providers monitor, configure, and troubleshoot hundreds of client networks from one interface without per-device licensing

How to Choose the Right Ubiquiti Product

Ubiquiti organizes its product line around the UniFi platform, where every device is managed through the same application. Choosing the right hardware starts with understanding which wireless generation, switch capacity, and gateway tier fits your deployment.

Wireless Generation: Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E vs. Wi-Fi 7

UniFi U6 access points operate on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands and handle most office and education deployments at a lower per-AP cost. U6 Enterprise and U7 models add 6 GHz band support, which provides cleaner spectrum with less interference in high-density venues like conference centers, lecture halls, and open-plan offices where dozens of clients compete for airtime. Choosing between generations depends on client device mix, density requirements, and whether the 6 GHz band will deliver meaningful throughput gains in your specific environment.

Switch Sizing: Port Count, PoE Budget, and Layer 3

UniFi switches range from 8-port compact desktop models for small offices to 48-port rack-mount units with PoE++ budgets exceeding 400 watts. Standard PoE models power access points and cameras, while PoE++ models support higher-draw devices like PTZ cameras, LED lighting controllers, and UniFi Access door readers. For deployments that need inter-VLAN routing at the switch level, UniFi Pro Max and Enterprise switches provide Layer 3 capability with static routing and DHCP relay, keeping traffic local instead of hairpinning through the gateway.

Gateway Selection: Dream Machine, Dream Machine Pro, and Enterprise Fortress

The UniFi Dream Machine combines a router, firewall, VPN server, and built-in access point in a single desktop appliance suited for small offices and home labs. The Dream Machine Pro moves into a rack-mount form factor, adds a built-in hard drive bay for UniFi Protect camera recording, and supports higher throughput with IDS/IPS enabled. The Enterprise Fortress Gateway delivers maximum routing throughput with dedicated security processing for large campuses where deep packet inspection and threat detection must run at line rate without throttling user traffic.

Ubiquiti Product Lines

• UniFi Access Points — Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E ceiling-mount, wall-mount, in-wall, and outdoor access points with PoE power for offices, schools, warehouses, retail venues, and hospitality properties
• UniFi Switches — 8 to 48-port managed PoE switches with Layer 2 and Layer 3 support, VLAN configuration, and link aggregation for wired backbone infrastructure
• UniFi Enterprise — enterprise-grade UniFi networking gear including high-capacity aggregation switches, 10G fiber uplinks, and dedicated gateway appliances for large-scale deployments