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How to Set Up mDNS in UniFi Network
A step-by-step guide for enabling multicast DNS in UniFi for AirPlay, HomeKit, Chromecast, and more. Multicast DNS (mDNS) is essential for smart home and media devices that rely on service discovery, especially when those devices exist across separate VLANs. In UniFi, enabling mDNS correctly allows devices like iPhones, printers, Chromecast, and HomeKit accessories to communicate…
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How to Update UniFi AP Firmware
A complete guide to upgrading UniFi Access Point firmware manually or automatically. Keeping your UniFi Access Points up to date ensures optimal performance, improved stability, and enhanced security. This guide outlines all available methods to update UniFi AP firmware—including through the UniFi Network application, manually via URL, and directly via SSH. Why Updating Firmware Matters…
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How to Adopt a UniFi Access Point Using SSH
Sometimes UniFi devices fail to appear in the controller’s interface or cannot be adopted using the standard discovery methods. In those cases, manually adopting a UniFi AP via SSH is often the fastest and most reliable solution. This guide walks you through the full process. When to Use SSH for UniFi Adoption SSH-based adoption is…
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UniFi 9.2.87+: Where to Set the Inform Host Override
If you’re looking for the Inform Host Override setting in the latest versions of UniFi Network (9.2.87 and newer), you may notice it has moved from its previous location. This article explains what the inform host override does, when to use it, and where to find it in the current UniFi interface. What Is the…
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How to Restore UniFi from Backup
A step-by-step guide to restoring a UniFi Network Controller using a saved backup file. Restoring from a backup is essential when migrating to a new UniFi Controller, recovering from data loss, or rolling back to a stable configuration. Whether you’re using a Cloud Key, Dream Machine, self-hosted controller, or UniFi OS Console, this guide walks…
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UniFi Isolated: What It Means and How to Fix It
When managing a UniFi network, you may notice a device listed as “Isolated.” This status can be confusing, especially if the device seems to be working. In this guide, we’ll explain what “Isolated” means in UniFi, why it happens, and how to fix it for both wired and wireless (mesh) access points. What Does “Isolated”…
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Everything You Need to Know About UniFi OS Server (Before You Waste Time Testing It)
UniFi OS Server is now available in Early Access, and it’s being promoted as a major advancement for MSPs and enterprise IT teams. But does it actually solve any problems we couldn’t already work around? Let’s break down what this release is, what it isn’t, and whether it brings real benefits to the table. What…
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Upcoming HTTPS Certificate Change in Aruba Central – What You Need to Know Before November 1, 2025
If you manage HPE Aruba Networking switches through Aruba Central, there’s an important change coming that may impact your ability to download firmware using the HTTPS protocol. On November 1, 2025, HPE Aruba will replace the HTTPS server certificate used by Aruba Central’s content delivery network (CDN). Devices running specific software versions of AOS-S and…
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UniFi Devices: Which Support Active PoE and Passive PoE?
A complete and current overview of which UniFi devices support various PoE types, including 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt, and 24V Passive PoE. Understanding PoE UniFi devices use various PoE types: ⚠️ 24V passive PoE is not interchangeable with 802.3af/at/bt. Powering devices with incompatible voltage can permanently damage them. UniFi Access Points Legacy 24V Passive PoE APs…
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Gus Franco’s Pizza Review – Lower Burrell, PA
Location and First Impressions Gus Franco’s in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania, made a great first impression. There was plenty of parking, and the place itself was well-kept and inviting. Inside, you can see the wood stacked next to a true wood-fired oven, which instantly set the tone. This wasn’t just for show. They are really doing…
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