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Quote Details
Network Switch Replacement
The power surge damaged the PoE ports on the existing network switch, which was a non-managed unit. This quote is to install a UniFi Switch Lite 16 PoE as the replacement. This switch integrates with the existing UniFi access points already deployed throughout the property, enabling centralised management and monitoring via the UniFi Network application. The switch provides 16 Gigabit ports with 8 PoE+ ports and a 45W power budget – sufficient to power the access points and intercom system from a single device.
Access Point Replacements
Two UniFi U6+ WiFi 6 access points are included to address two issues that have emerged since the power surge:
Cabinet WAP Replacement: The existing access point in the cabinet (AP5-DS Cabinet) is the oldest unit in the mesh network and has experienced intermittent disconnections. This unit is to be replaced with a new U6+.
Starlink-Hub Link: Since the power surge, the link speed between the Starlink router and the network hub has dropped to approximately 100Mbps – significantly slower than expected. Installing a second U6+ creates a new wireless mesh link between the Starlink location and the hub, bypassing the degraded wired connection and restoring full Gigabit throughput to the rest of the network. This approach kills two birds with one stone: it resolves the speed bottleneck while also providing improved WiFi coverage near the Starlink installation point.
The other access points throughout the house (AP1 through AP4) appear to be functioning normally and are not included in this scope.
Installation Works
Installation includes removal of the temporary switch and damaged equipment, mounting and configuration of the new UniFi switch, replacement and adoption of both access points into the existing UniFi network, installation of new Cat6 patch leads throughout the cabinet, labelling of all connections, and comprehensive testing of network connectivity, PoE devices, wireless mesh performance, and intercom functionality.
Future Consideration: WiFi 6 Upgrade
The existing WiFi system uses UniFi WiFi 5 access points (AP1–AP4). These are quality units and continue to work well, however WiFi 5 is now a generation behind. If you’re interested in upgrading the entire property to WiFi 6 for improved speed and device capacity, we’d be happy to provide a separate quote for a full network refresh.
Materials
- UniFi Switch Lite 16 PoE (USW-Lite-16-PoE) – 16-port Gigabit switch with 8× PoE+ ports
- Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ WiFi 6 Access Point (×2) – cabinet WAP replacement + Starlink-hub mesh link
- Cat6 Patch Leads & Sundries – various lengths for cabinet connections
Assumptions
- Existing network cabling infrastructure is undamaged and suitable for reuse
- Starlink router and modem are functioning correctly
- Access to the network cabinet is available during installation
- Existing UniFi controller/hosting (Hubox) credentials are available for device adoption
- Other access points (AP1-AP4) do not require replacement or reconfiguration
Anything Else
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