Can you connect access points in a chain?

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q_viktor_p
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03-04-2016, 11:45 AM

#11

The fundamental configuration involves ISP -> router (referred to as gateways), followed by POE switch, then building 1 AP and building 2 AP connected via POE switch, and finally building 3 AP in the same chain.

The UCG –
https://store.ui.com/us/en/pro/category/.../ucg-ultra
offers the gateway and management console.

The POE switches are available as Lite 8 –
https://store.ui.com/us/en/pro/category/...lite-8-poe
If your ceilings allow mounting a standard AP, the U6 lite –
https://store.ui.com/us/en/pro/category/...ts/u6-lite
is a cost-effective option. For environments with extreme temperatures or humidity, an outdoor-rated model such as the Swiss Army Knife –
https://store.ui.com/us/en/pro/category/...s/uk-ultra
might be more suitable.

Ensure you purchase a short (10ft) Ethernet cable and set up the system properly. After completing the configuration, proceed to remote buildings. If issues arise, verify the problem lies with the cabling.

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Gholtor
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03-04-2016, 04:00 PM

#12

OK....Thanks for the equipment list....THIS is how I read your layout
Building 1
Gateway & a POE switch
Building 2
POE Switch & AP
Building 3
POE & AP
Is that right?

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Zentrela
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03-16-2016, 09:01 AM

#13

Building 3 might not need a POE switch. It could simply use an AP connected to building 2.

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FelixYT_
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03-17-2016, 06:51 AM

#14

Could you determine if connecting POE cameras to these switches is feasible, and whether a recorder in building 1 can be linked to the POE switch?

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Cleurr
Junior Member

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03-19-2016, 01:55 AM

#15

The switches I mentioned include 4 POE ports—one dedicated to the AP and three for other functions. If additional ports are needed, there are options available. This wasn't specified in the initial request.

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Vichoflo
Senior Member

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03-19-2016, 12:06 PM

#16

Thank you again, Kanewolf... I will review the suggested gear.

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Danieltowersxd
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03-26-2016, 01:30 PM

#17

I know this is an old thread...BUT - My Fiber JUST came thru....It took 2 years to get to this point. Does the previously mentioned equipment still hold valid for what I want to do? My new Router ( or Gateway ) is from Spectrum and its a 6E router

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flyer78
Senior Member

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03-26-2016, 01:56 PM

#18

The spectrum provided the starting point. From there, I can move to a POE switch, then proceed straight to building 2 for switching, followed by building 3 to a switch. Building 3 requires a switch for connecting the cameras.