Hello,
I am currently in the process of selecting and purchasing network devices. For Wi-Fi, it will probably be the UAP-AC-PRO (one per floor), unless the Ubiquiti Wi-Fi 6 access point is released in time. Side question: Would it be worth waiting and using an older interim device until Wi-Fi 6 is available? From what I understand, Wi-Fi 6 mainly offers advantages with many simultaneous users, which is rather uncommon in a single-family home.
The PoE switch will likely also be from Ubiquiti, a 16-port model with 150W. Alternatively, it could be Netgear. VLAN might be useful to separate some devices cleanly from the network, but it’s not absolutely necessary.
For the video door intercom system, I am still considering 2N, Doorbird, and Gira (see another thread—I haven’t decided yet).
Now the question: I have read mixed reviews about the USG “router.” Would it be better here to use a FritzBox with Wi-Fi disabled? Or what would you recommend? The FritzBox has the advantage that you can also connect landline phones directly through it. Which other providers besides FritzBox are recommended here? The Wi-Fi performance of the router does not matter; it’s about convenience and many nice features. It doesn’t need to be semi-professional. QoS features for stable IP-TV streaming while the kids do large downloads would also be advantageous.
Thanks in advance!
I am currently in the process of selecting and purchasing network devices. For Wi-Fi, it will probably be the UAP-AC-PRO (one per floor), unless the Ubiquiti Wi-Fi 6 access point is released in time. Side question: Would it be worth waiting and using an older interim device until Wi-Fi 6 is available? From what I understand, Wi-Fi 6 mainly offers advantages with many simultaneous users, which is rather uncommon in a single-family home.
The PoE switch will likely also be from Ubiquiti, a 16-port model with 150W. Alternatively, it could be Netgear. VLAN might be useful to separate some devices cleanly from the network, but it’s not absolutely necessary.
For the video door intercom system, I am still considering 2N, Doorbird, and Gira (see another thread—I haven’t decided yet).
Now the question: I have read mixed reviews about the USG “router.” Would it be better here to use a FritzBox with Wi-Fi disabled? Or what would you recommend? The FritzBox has the advantage that you can also connect landline phones directly through it. Which other providers besides FritzBox are recommended here? The Wi-Fi performance of the router does not matter; it’s about convenience and many nice features. It doesn’t need to be semi-professional. QoS features for stable IP-TV streaming while the kids do large downloads would also be advantageous.
Thanks in advance!
untergasse433 Aug 2020 14:26Why not? Ideally, use 802.1X, which takes care of many issues. Otherwise, or in addition, VLANs can be used. What makes sense depends on the overall structure, meaning where the device needs to connect, and so on.