Common AP question about ubiquity
Common AP question about ubiquity
This means your APs are all set up in a fixed way, and the 5 GHz band is busy. Your four cameras use it, so the AP is handling them all.
Ubiquiti doesn't provide a clear explanation either. It seems the AP is likely sensing that more APs may be needed based on your location and client activity. In busy areas, this helps optimize placement so multiple APs can support 500 clients instead of one. If you notice this at home with a few devices connected, it could indicate frequent disconnections—something that might be seen as high density. Don't worry if everything runs smoothly otherwise.
I searched Ubiquiti's documentation but didn't find an explanation for that phrase. The description might suggest weak signal strength on certain clients, possibly advising more APs if needed. It doesn't relate to client count or density. If you're not facing problems, you can disregard it.
I think this “density” measurement indicates how strong the signal appears to other access points and its closest neighbor. When the signal strength seems excessive, it suggests the APs are too close together, potentially leading to unexpected roaming behavior and increased interference. If the reading is weak, the APs are spaced too far apart, which might delay connection roaming enough for tasks like making calls.
This appears to be the most likely explanation, though we don’t know for sure. It might be an average or median signal strength reported by customers at those access points. Some users on Reddit suggest it could differ, so I’d favor checking the Wifiman mobile app. That way you can see all available APs and their signal across channels in one place. You could also visit community.ui.com to ask about AP deployment density—though searches there don’t yield clear definitions. The only certain source would be a direct reply from UI staff or their tech support.