Ubiquiti UAPACIWP Users Manual
In-Wall 802.11ac Pro
Wi-Fi Access Point
Model: UAP-AC-IW-PRO
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi®AC
In‑Wall Pro Wi‑Fi Access Point. This Quick Start Guide is
designed to guide you through installation and also includes
warrantyterms.
IMPORTANT: UniFi Controller v5.4 is recommended
for managing the UAP‑AC‑IW‑PRO and is available for
download at: www.ubnt.com/download/unifi
Package Contents
Cover Plate UAP‑AC‑IW‑PRO Back Plate Wall‑Mount Screws
Torx Screws
(Qty. 2)
Phillips Screws
(Qty. 2)
Torx Security
Screw
Phillips Security
Screw
(Qty. 4)
In-Wall 802.11ac Pro
Wi-Fi Access Point
Model: UAP-AC-IW-PRO
Quick Start
Guide
Installation Requirements
• Pre-installed electrical wall box
• Category 5 (or above) UTP cabling approved for indoor use
• Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
• T10 Security Torx bit (for Security Torx Screw option)
• UniFi Switch with PoE
IMPORTANT: The UAP‑AC‑IW‑PRO requires a UniFi
Switch with PoE for power. Passive PoE adapters are not
recommended.
TERMS OF USE: It is the customer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations, including
operation within legal frequency channels, output power, indoor cabling requirements, and
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.
System Requirements
UAP-AC-M-PRO
UniFi Controller
• Linux, MacOSX, or Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
• Java Runtime Environment 1.6 (1.8 or newer recommended)
• Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have
limited functionality.)
• UniFi Controller software v5.4 or newer (available at:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi)
Network Topology Requirements
• A DHCP‑enabled network (for the AP to obtain an IP address
as well as for the wireless clients after deployment)
• A UniFi Cloud Key or management station running the UniFi
Controller v5.4 (or newer) software, located either on‑site
and connected to the same Layer 2 network, or off‑site in the
cloud or NOC
UAP-AC-IW-PRO
UniFi Cloud Key
(UniFi Controller)
UAP-AC-PRO
UAP-AC-HD
US-48-500W
USG-PRO-4
(DHCP Server)
LAN
WAN
Internet
Remote Access to
Sample Network Diagram
All UniFi devices support off‑site management controllers. For
setup details, see the User Guide on the website:
www.ubnt.com/download/unifi/
Hardware Overview
Back Panel
PoE In + Data
PoE In + Data 10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data and
802.3at PoE+ input. The UAP‑AC‑IW‑PRO itself requires 10W.
802.3at PoE+ input is required to use PoE passthrough.
Connect this port to a UniFi Switch with PoE that is connected
to your LAN and DHCP server.
Bottom Panel
PoE Out
+ Data
Security
Screw
Data
PoE Out + Data 10/100/1000 Ethernet port supports data and
PoE passthrough (requires 802.3at PoE+ input). The maximum
PoE passthrough output is 12W.
Note: To power and connect an 802.3af device to
the LAN, you must use 802.3at PoE+ input.
Security Screw (Optional) The Security Screw secures the
Cover Plate after installation. You have the option to use the
included Tor x (shown) or Phillips Security Screw.
Data 10/100/1000 Ethernet port suppor ts data only. Used to
connect a client device to the LAN.
Reset The Reset button serves two functions for the
UAP‑AC‑IW‑PRO:
• Restart Press and release the Reset button quickly.
• Restore to Factory Default Settings Press and hold the
Reset button for more than five seconds.
Reset
LED
LED
Color State Status
Flashing Initializing.
White
Steady Factory defaults, waiting for
White/
Alternating Device is busy; do not touch or
Blue
Steady Successfully integrated into a
Flashing This is used to locate a device.
Blue
integration.
unplug it. This usually indicates
that a process such as a firmware
upgrade is taking place.
network and working properly.
When you click Locate in the UniFi
Controller software, the LED will
flash blue. The software will also
display the location of the AP on
themap.
*640-00306-02*
640-00306-02
Security Tab
In addition to the optional Security Screw, the Security Tab
helps to secure the Cover Plate after installation. If you need to
remove it, use a flathead screwdriver to depress the Security
Tab while detaching the Cover Plate:
Security Tab
Back Plate
The Back Plate offers a variety of mounting holes for use
with different wall boxes. Here are a few examples with the
appropriate mounting holes outlined in blue:
USA or China
Europe
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