Do UniFi access points need a separate controller?
They need a controller somewhere, but it does not have to be extra hardware — a Dream Machine or Cloud Gateway hosts it, or you can run it on a Cloud Key or your own server.
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UniFi Access Points — U6 and U7 Wi-Fi Supplied in the UK
Overview
UniFi Access Points — U6 and U7 Wi-Fi Supplied in the UK
UniFi access points cover everything from a four-room office to a warehouse roof. The model matters less than the placement and the PoE feeding it, so we size coverage from the building before quoting the hardware.
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Which UniFi access point fits
All current models are Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 and adopt into the same controller. The differences are radio count, client capacity and how far the signal usefully carries.
- U6 Lite — small offices, meeting rooms and light client counts
- U6 Pro — the general-purpose choice for busy offices
- U6 Long-Range — larger open areas and warehouses
- U6 Mesh — outdoor and awkward spaces with no cabling
- U7 Pro — Wi-Fi 7 for new fit-outs and high-density spaces
| Deployment | Model | Best for | Typical coverage | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U6 Lite | Small offices, rooms | Single room to small floor | PoE (802.3af) | |
| U6 Pro | Busy offices, higher density | Open-plan floor | PoE+ (802.3at) | |
| U6 Long-Range | Warehouses, large halls | Large open area | PoE (802.3af) | |
| U7 Pro | New fit-outs, Wi-Fi 7 clients | Open-plan floor | PoE+ (802.3at) |
Coverage and PoE planning
Two access points in the right place beat four in the wrong one. We work from your floor plan, wall construction and expected device count, then check the switch can actually power what you are buying.
- Access point count and placement from the floor plan
- PoE and PoE+ budget confirmed against your switch
- Channel and power plan so neighbouring units do not fight
- Guest, staff and device networks separated from the start
Supplied ready to adopt
We can ship access points already adopted into your console with SSIDs and VLANs configured, so the installation on site is mounting and patching only.
- Pre-adoption and configuration before dispatch
- Mounting hardware and PoE injectors included where needed
- Genuine UK stock with warranty handled by us
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FAQs
Questions We Are Asked Most
How many access points do I need?
As a rough guide, one per 1,000 to 1,500 sq ft in an office, fewer in open warehouse space, more where walls are solid or client density is high. Send us the floor plan and we will give you a figure.
Can I mix U6 and U7 models?
Yes. They run side by side in the same console, so you can add Wi-Fi 7 where it is needed without replacing the whole estate.
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Ubiquiti UniFi access points supplied and configured in the UK — U6 Lite, U6 Pro, U6 Long-Range, U6 Mesh and U7 Pro. Coverage design, PoE planning and same-week quotes.