ᐅ Outdoor WiFi Access Point – Where and How to Install the UniFi FlexHD?
Created on: 13 Apr 2021 15:49
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BananaJoe
Hello everyone,
I have another question regarding the installation of an access point, this time for the garden. Since we don’t have an eave, the access point would be fully exposed to sun, wind, and weather—but according to the Unifi FlexHD datasheet, that shouldn’t be a problem (-30 to +70 degrees Celsius (–22 to +158 degrees Fahrenheit)), right?
Would the gable be a suitable mounting location? Or would it be better a bit lower, for example, centered between the two upper floor windows? And what is the best way to run the cable outside? If I run the cable through the wall to the outside, would I still be able to attach an RJ45 connector? I’ve seen that cable suppliers offer RJ45 connectors for Cat 7 cable, but I haven’t found any without strain relief (which UniFi recommends for outdoor installation). So I was wondering if it would make sense to install a keystone jack inside and then run a patch cable through the wall?
If there is an even better or simpler option, I’m open to all suggestions!
Thank you very much!
I have another question regarding the installation of an access point, this time for the garden. Since we don’t have an eave, the access point would be fully exposed to sun, wind, and weather—but according to the Unifi FlexHD datasheet, that shouldn’t be a problem (-30 to +70 degrees Celsius (–22 to +158 degrees Fahrenheit)), right?
Would the gable be a suitable mounting location? Or would it be better a bit lower, for example, centered between the two upper floor windows? And what is the best way to run the cable outside? If I run the cable through the wall to the outside, would I still be able to attach an RJ45 connector? I’ve seen that cable suppliers offer RJ45 connectors for Cat 7 cable, but I haven’t found any without strain relief (which UniFi recommends for outdoor installation). So I was wondering if it would make sense to install a keystone jack inside and then run a patch cable through the wall?
If there is an even better or simpler option, I’m open to all suggestions!
Thank you very much!
rick2018 schrieb:
Why not simply create a guest hotspot with the appropriate conditions?
Liability for third-party use was overturned in 2017. That’s not entirely up to date. However, to my knowledge, there have still been cases that were legally borderline.
In that regard, Freifunk is indeed a neat solution.
rick2018 schrieb:
Why not simply set up a guest hotspot with appropriate terms and conditions?
The liability for interference was actually overturned in 2017. Unfortunately, only partially. If the conditions are unfavorable and things get serious, I prefer to avoid any liability altogether. Additionally, I want to use this to expand the community wireless network in the town (there was an initiative where I donated around 10 community routers, almost free or fully sponsored, and we also run one in the office with good bandwidth and range). If one of the routers loses connection, they now mesh quite well. Maybe one day free Wi-Fi will be available everywhere 😎
I would like to bring this topic back to life...
I am looking for a way to mount a UniFi FlexHD outdoors.
BUT: It would be within possible reach of hands AND located in a pedestrian zone (to illuminate the outdoor area of a restaurant), so it would need to be secured against theft. Additionally, the cable installation must come from outside (impossible through the facade), and the connection to the patch cable must also be protected against weather conditions.
My idea: To enclose the access point including the patch module, etc., in a visually appealing, sturdy plastic enclosure. Has anyone done something like this and could share information about a suitable enclosure?
I am looking for a way to mount a UniFi FlexHD outdoors.
BUT: It would be within possible reach of hands AND located in a pedestrian zone (to illuminate the outdoor area of a restaurant), so it would need to be secured against theft. Additionally, the cable installation must come from outside (impossible through the facade), and the connection to the patch cable must also be protected against weather conditions.
My idea: To enclose the access point including the patch module, etc., in a visually appealing, sturdy plastic enclosure. Has anyone done something like this and could share information about a suitable enclosure?
Mount it high enough so that it cannot be reached directly. This also applies to the cable or the metal cable duct.
The access point can be screwed onto the bracket.
Boxes can cause problems with moisture and similar issues. Therefore, adequate ventilation must be ensured.
Since everything will be surface-mounted, a box is probably the neatest solution.
There is also the AC Mesh Professional. It is quite large, but the bracket is much more robust and the cable entries are sealed.
Here, you could attach a connector directly to the installation cable.
The access point can be screwed onto the bracket.
Boxes can cause problems with moisture and similar issues. Therefore, adequate ventilation must be ensured.
Since everything will be surface-mounted, a box is probably the neatest solution.
There is also the AC Mesh Professional. It is quite large, but the bracket is much more robust and the cable entries are sealed.
Here, you could attach a connector directly to the installation cable.
rick2018 schrieb:
Mount it high enough so it cannot be reached directly. This also applies to the cable or metal cable duct.
The access point can be screwed onto the bracket.
A box can cause issues with moisture and such. Therefore, adequate ventilation must be ensured.
Since everything will be surface-mounted, a box is probably the best solution.
There is also the AC Mesh Professional. It’s quite large, but the bracket is much more stable and the cable entries are sealed.
You could attach a connector directly to the installation cable there.If the house electrician installs the cable and does not follow the specifications, I have to accept whatever is there ;-)Above it, there is also a canopy (solid stone) projecting far enough that a higher-placed cable would be unappealingly visible. That’s why I can understand the electrician... I will try a box like the one shown below.
The damage (theft, vandalism) would be at most about 200 € (approximately 220 USD). And this is not a socially problematic area 😎
I just need to check if it looks acceptable (or not too ugly).
230 × 150 × 85 mm (9 × 6 × 3.3 inches), I will install the cable entry myself with a gland. I will report back later.
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