Category: Networking
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Power over Ethernet (PoE) Pinouts Guide
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology that enables Ethernet cables to carry electrical power along with data, simplifying the installation of devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points. Understanding the pinouts for PoE is essential for correctly wiring and troubleshooting network devices. This guide will cover the various PoE pinouts…
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Understanding Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology that allows network cables to carry electrical power in addition to data. This technology simplifies the installation of network devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones by eliminating the need for separate power supplies. PoE has become a standard in networking due to its…
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CIDR Cheat Sheet
Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR) notation is a method for specifying IP addresses and their associated network masks. It simplifies the address format by using a suffix (e.g., /24) to indicate how many bits are used for the network portion of the address, with the remaining bits reserved for host addresses. Below is a table summarizing…
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Understanding Spanning Tree Protocol (STP): A Simplified Guide
In the world of networking, ensuring that data can efficiently travel between devices without unnecessary delays is crucial. One of the key protocols that helps manage the flow of data in complex network environments is the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). While STP is often associated with preventing network loops, it also plays a critical role…
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Scaling a UniFi Controller for 12,000+ Devices and 100,000+ Daily Users
I’ve often encountered the frustrating reality that there are limited resources available when it comes to scaling UniFi controllers. While UniFi’s documentation provides basic guidelines, there’s a noticeable gap in comprehensive advice for those of us managing larger controllers. This article is my contribution to filling that gap, based on my own experiences and hard-learned…
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A Comprehensive Guide to UniFi Mesh Networks
By Cody Deluisio, Voice and Network Engineer Why trust this guide? I have deployed and optimized UniFi networks in hospitality, convention‑center, and agricultural settings for nearly a decade. The recommendations below come from real‑world field notes cross‑checked with Ubiquiti’s own documentation and updated lab tests performed in July 2025. 1. Mesh vs Wired: When to Use…
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Optimizing Wi-Fi Roaming: A Guide to BSS Transition in UniFi Networks
In today’s world, seamless Wi-Fi connectivity is essential, especially in environments like offices, campuses, or large homes where users frequently move between different areas. Maintaining a strong and stable connection while transitioning between access points can be challenging, but BSS Transition (Basic Service Set Transition) is a feature designed to make this process smoother. In…
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Enhancing Multicast Performance: A Guide to IGMPv3 on UniFi
Multicast networking is essential in environments where multiple devices need to receive the same data simultaneously, such as video streaming, online gaming, or IoT deployments. However, managing multicast traffic efficiently requires the right protocols and configurations. Internet Group Management Protocol version 3 (IGMPv3) is a powerful tool that can optimize multicast performance in UniFi networks,…
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Understanding UAPSD on UniFi: A Guide to Optimizing Wi-Fi Power Efficiency
In the world of Wi-Fi networking, efficiency isn’t just about speed—it’s also about power consumption. For mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops, battery life is a crucial factor in the user experience. Unscheduled Automatic Power Save Delivery (UAPSD) is a feature designed to help reduce the power consumption of Wi-Fi devices, extending battery life…
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Optimizing Your UniFi Network: A Guide to Setting PHY Rates
In the world of wireless networking, PHY rates (physical layer rates) play a crucial role in determining the performance of your Wi-Fi network. These rates represent the maximum data transmission speeds at the physical layer of the network, which can significantly impact overall throughput, latency, and the quality of your Wi-Fi connections. If you’re using…
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