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!
