UniFi Access - Getting Started with UniFi Access
UniFi Access is a highly scalable, license-free door access system that is simple to install with just a few PoE-connected components. It features an intuitive interface and is just one component of UniFi's end-to-end IT management platform. Learn more about UniFi
Requirements
Setting up UniFi Access requires just a few simple components:
- A UniFi Console that supports the UniFi Access application.
- A UniFi Access Control Hub whose terminals connect to the door lock for entry and exit.
- A UniFi Access Reader that connects to the hub, allowing users to unlock doors or initiate doorbell calls.
- A compatible door lock.
- Power-over-Ethernet switches to power your hubs and readers.
Setting Up Your UniFi Access System
- Prepare Your UniFi Console: Ensure that your UniFi Console is set up and running UniFi Access. To view installed UniFi applications, click the Settings icon on the left navigation bar, then select Control Plane.
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Connect Your Hubs: Ensure the hub is connected to your UniFi Console's local network and powered according to its requirements.
- PoE+ for Access Ultra
- PoE++ for Door Hub Mini, Door Hub, Elevator Hub, and Gate Hub
- AC power for Enterprise Access Hub
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Adopt Your Readers: Connect your readers to your hub and add them to the UniFi Access application using one of these methods:
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Mobile App
- Download the UniFi Access mobile app (iOS | Android).
- Log in with your UI Account.
- Follow the prompts to adopt your readers, or navigate to the Devices page for manual adoption.
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Site Manager
- Go to unifi.ui.com and log in with your UI Account.
- Select your UniFi Console, click the Access icon, and open the Devices tab.
- Click Adopt to add your readers.
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Mobile App
- Connect Your Locks to the Hub(s): Power the lock and wire it depending on whether it is fail-safe or fail-secure. For more information, see here.
- Add Users to UniFi, and optionally configure Identity Endpoint.
- Assign Access Policies and Schedules.
- Configure the Door Unlock Methods available for users (e.g., NFC, PIN, or Mobile App).
- (Optional) Configure Doorbell Call Receivers to manage how authorized personnel handle doorbell alerts, interact with visitors, and unlock doors.
- (Optional) Configure Visitor Schedules for guests visiting a location.