Reddit reviews Ubiquiti Networks Networks Unifi Security Gateway Pro (USG-PRO-4)
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Ubiquiti Networks networks networks Unifi security Gateway Pro 4-Port (USG-PRO-4)4 Gigabit RJ45 ports plus 2 Gigabit SFP ports for fiber connectivity If neededStandard rack mount 1U sizeProvide cost-effective, reliable routing and advanced security for your networkMax. Power Consumption:7W
You're overcomplicating this. You should be able to do everything you want with a USG Pro (even a regular USG will be fine, but it's not rackmount), a single large UniFi switch, and one or more NanoHD APs depending on coverage needs. All of these support VLANs and the APs can have like five different SSIDs, all on different VLANs if you want, so you should be able to do all your planned segmentation.
Oh, and absolutely ditch the Actiontec. I'm assuming you're on FiOS, so just connect the WAN port of the USG (or whatever you wind up using) directly to the ONT's Ethernet port.
I would suggest a full Ubiquiti Unifi Wifi setup. Who is the ISP? Depending on what they use for a modem/gateway, you could setup a Unifi Security Gateway(USG) as the main router and connect Unifi AP in the rooms with ethernet jacks where you want the most wifi. Unfi includes software that makes controlling and configuring the different AP effectively, and even securely from remote. If you have a fiber ISP with a gateway with SFP ports, I would suggest the USG Pro, otherwise the USG is more prudent. There are many different kinds of Unifi AP, from Unifi AC, to Unifi HD(Faster Wifi AC), Unifi LD(bit slower then AC but Longer Range) to Unifi Mesh when you need wifi coverage where you don't have a ethernet jack.
The main thing you need is computer with either Windows or OSX to run the controlling software. AFAIK the USG can record logs and configure AP, however you need the controlling software to interact with the USG and configure it in the first place.
If you have a dedicated PC that can always be on, then Ubiquiti Edge Router X(ERX). This would slightly complicate setup, but allow you separate hardware for LAN(ethernet) from WLAN(Wifi). There is the Unifi Network Management System (NMS) that could incorporate the different devices, but it's still in beta.
Ubiquiti Unifi Security Gateway Pro (USG-PRO-4) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019PBEI5W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tD7KBbP85NRW5
Ubiquiti UniFi Switch - 24 Ports... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OJZUQ24?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
If you want to stay in the same ecosystem, here’s my recommendation for Ubiquity. You may need more than 1 AP depending on the layout of the house, walls and placement.
Modem: ARRIS SURFboard Gigabit Docsis 3.1 Cable Modem, 10 Gbps Max Speed, Approved for Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, (SB8200 Frustration Free) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DY16W2Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OdcqDbMF39946
Router: Unifi Security Gateway Pro 4-Port https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019PBEI5W?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Switch for non PoE gear: Ubiquiti US-24 Unifi Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZBLO0U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7fcqDbNRQ3ZRH
Switch for PoE gear: Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 8 60W (US-8-60W) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU3WUX1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MicqDbTHS34TA
Access Point(s): Ubiquiti Networks Unifi 802.11ac Dual-Radio PRO Access Point (UAP-AC-PRO-US) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015PRO512/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YhcqDb6EEP86C
Update To Add I found an Amazon seller that had 8, I ordered one, checked stock and it said 6, as of 5 minutes ago they were down to 1.
Not an affiliate link, no association with seller:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019PBEI5W
You are approaching this correctly I think.
If you are running wiring you will want to pick a location to be the network rack. typically where the lines come in the house (but obviously that doesn't matter here)
Get a 19in rack and mount it.
Patch Panel for punching down your terminations there.
Get a shelf.
Probably looking at a 16-port switch? Maybe 24?
I like the Unifi stack for everything. lots of people say the edge routers, which makes some sense for one location I guess. It's a little bit more detailed UI. Literally the same hardware though.
I like the USG. If it were me I would probably put in the Pro, because rackmount, but that's stupid crazy overkill from a tech perspective. It would bother me irrationally, just the form factor.
Then you drop your Access Points in. It depends on how the house is setup, but you want to put them where you actually will use them. At 4000sqft, 2-3 should cover it, depending on layout.
> So looking for suggestions on setup. Was thinking about going all Ubiquiti gear but alot of people say it can be challenging to setup but great once you get it working. With the hassle of moving, young kids, and dealing with getting internet in the first place Im not sure I have time for something that will take a while to get working great.
It won't take much time at all to actually set it up. Physically setting it up will be the time consuming bit. The technical setup will be nothing to someone who runs a VM server. In fact you will do what I do and just spin up a headless ubuntu instance and install the controller. You click adopt a few times on the hardware in a pretty UI and it's done.
US Amazon store has them in stock: https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-Unifi-Security-Gateway-USG-PRO-4/dp/B019PBEI5W
Newegg has them in stock:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA3894629112
If you are in Europe, Amazon Germany has them in stock: https://www.amazon.de/Ubiquiti-USG-PRO-4-UniFi-Security-Gateway/dp/B01A9HFTYA
I have these:
https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-Unifi-Security-Gateway-USG-PRO-4/dp/B019PBEI5W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538949380&sr=8-1&keywords=usg+pro+4
https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-Networks-US-16-150W-UniFi-Switch/dp/B01E46ATQ0/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1538949426&sr=1-1&keywords=us-16-150w+ubiquiti
I am a proponent of Unifi USG devices. They are super cheap, easily configurable, and have lots of features. The Pro model has a bit more capability than the standard, but depending on what your needs are, you may be able to get by with the standard USG. Here are the 2 models.
USG: https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-Unifi-Security-Gateway-USG/dp/B00LV8YZLK/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1540841846&sr=1-1&keywords=unifi+usg&dpID=31-lhpANO6L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
USG Pro: https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-Unifi-Security-Gateway-USG-PRO-4/dp/B019PBEI5W/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1540841846&sr=1-2&keywords=unifi+usg&dpID=31-19KkLadL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
TL/DR: a bit of background and personal experience ultimately suggesting that you run some network cable, and look into a full Ubiquiti setup with USG router, PoE switch & NanoHD Wi-Fi AP’s for around $400 including cabling, provided you’re not planning on upgrading your internet to faster than 1Gbps soon.
I’m not familiar with coax cable internet, but assume you can get some sort of Ethernet handoff from your modem?
Either way, make the effort and run some CAT6 cabling for Wi-Fi AP’s, and key devices too if possible.
My network setup in my 1150 square foot apartment, works perfectly on my 200Mbps fibre connection and would cost you around $483 for the following:
I host the Ubiquiti Controller on a Windows PC acting as my home storage & media server and keep this running as a service (not necessary I know, but I like the stats).
My network serves a mixture of around 30 devices, consisting of phones, tablets, computers, my home storage & media server, IoT devices, home theatre & TV’s all whilst doing some online gaming myself in the mix without hiccup. Hiccups are generally self-induced by my fiddling on the network. But from a stability and capability aspect, it’s perfect for me.
I’ve previously used the “cheaper” MikroTik RB2011 ($102), which could also work for you - https://www.amazon.com/MikroTik-RB2011UiAS-RM-Routerboard-Rackmount-5xGbit/dp/B00DYWE2Z0
However, if you you were already considering Ubiquiti Wi-Fi AP’s, then possibly consider going with a full Ubiquiti setup, by getting one of their routers & Wi-Fi AP’s? Ubiquiti’s UniFi range is quite impressive and I too like the commercial appeal of their products, so I’m slowly shifting my network over to a full Ubiquiti one (don’t tell my wife). A Ubiquiti setup could cost you between $384 with 1 AP and $533 with 2 AP’s... (although I feel you may need at least 2 AP’s)... excluding the cost of the cabling needed.
But if I were you, I’d look into a setup like:
https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-UniFi-Switch-60W-US-8-60W/dp/B01MU3WUX1
If you could, the more robust UniFi USG-Pro 4 (tad bit expensive) would be a great router as I’ve read that the standard USG can cause speed issues with speeds above 500Mbps, when enabling nice-to-have features like its Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) and Intrusion Prevention System (IPS). These features are not necessary, but nice if you’re like me and like the stats and functionality they bring.
Good luck and enjoy the setup once you decide and get the kit. Always fun setting up a new network gear.
edit:
Unifi Security Gateway Pro 4-Port https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019PBEI5W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_W0hkDbH2HS0NW
Does this look good?
https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-Unifi-Security-Gateway-USG-PRO-4/dp/B019PBEI5W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1485190839&sr=8-2&keywords=usg
looks like they fixed it, the product image shows the logo aligned properly
>I recently moved to a new home and now have gigE internet service. Unfortunately, my old router and WAP can't handle the speed (Wireless-N Airport Extreme). To fix this, I about a TP-Link Archer C7, and I'm still not seeing the speeds that I want, but I'm still not happy with my performance.
Awesome. You made my shitlist of people I'm jealous of. lol Except that extreme router. lol
>When I connect the modem directly to my computer, I'm seeing 980 Mbps.
Seems about right.
>When the Aiport Extreme
Gonna stop you right there. Throw that thing away and bury it at a crossroads at midnight.
>and separate gigabit switch are involved, I'm seeing about 250 Mbps,
Exactly.
>and with the Archer C7 and gigabit switch, I'm seeing about 780 Mbps down.
rubs eyes How is that possible?
>So, I'm looking to take the Archer C7 back
Good!
>in favor of a USG and Unifi WAP. On average, what speeds should I expect from a USG?
I know I'm gatekeeping lol but it's A.P. The wireless is implied. This is where the questions start however.
>I need 1300 square feet of WiFi coverage.
You need unifi mesh to make things less labor intense. That or two unifi AC pros for solid coverage. You can get away with one (placed in the center most part of your home) if you absolutely had to do without.
You'll also need the following:
The concept is. You either buy a Ubiquiti Edge Router 4 / a Unifi Security Gateway with an SFP WAN. and have the ISP give you a direct fiber hand off and use one of the copper GTEK SFP patch cables to patch you over to a unifi / ubiquiti switch (please make sure this is either POE / not). This is a cost consideration. Hook your AP to the boona end of the switch and presto blamo you have just shy of a 1 gig internet access internally.
Good luck! Comment if you have any questions.