Best Placement For Ubiquiti AC LR?
Best Placement For Ubiquiti AC LR?
Set up WiFi Analyzer on your laptop to compare signal strengths across 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. Notice any significant difference? If yes, your device may automatically choose 2.4GHz since it offers stronger coverage. You might need to reduce the power setting on the 2.4GHz network so the 5GHz band becomes more noticeable. Enable band steering to guide devices toward 5GHz, but be aware that if the 2.4GHz signal is much stronger, it will remain on 2.4GHz. Another option is to create separate WiFi networks—one for 2.4GHz and one for 5GHz—and connect your wireless devices to the 5GHz network (though this requires more effort).
AC operates at a technical frequency of 5 GHz. On product packaging, most items list 2.4 GHz as wireless N and 5 GHz as AC. Verify the network you're connected to. Remember, 5 GHz offers shorter range and weaker penetration, so if you're too far away, 2.4 GHz could be your best option.
Yes, you're referring to the handoff feature. It's not necessary for the controller to be active at all times. The APs handle it automatically. You only need the unifi controller running continuously if you want alerts and statistics, which can be useful to monitor.