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Google WiFi AC-1304 as the router for Ubiquiti U6 PRO AP

atm1333
Community Member

Hello everyone,

 

I recently discovered that the spec house I bought came with a wireless express package plan. They will be installing two U6 PROs for me, they will also provide POE switch to power the U6 PROs. The ISP will install ONT so I won't need a modem. I am supposed to get my own router, and I have a Google WiFi sitting around. I plan to subscribe to Cox's gigabit internet option

I've done a lot of research recently on the UniFi system and came to the conclusion that I don't really care of UniFi OS. I don't want to spend another 3-400 bucks on the UDM Pros. 

My question is, will the Google WiFi AC-1304 be sufficient as a router? If needed, I am willing to get a MikroTik hEX S Gigabit router or EdgeX and run default settings on it, but I don't think I have the time or effort do any customizations for the router.

For context, my house is 2070 SqFt. Below is a SS of my floor plan and where the U6 Pros will be.

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olavrb
Platinum Product Expert
Platinum Product Expert

Should work. The UniFi access points won't be able to broadcast the guest network of Google Wifi though, as they'll have to connect to Google Wifi by ethernet. So, Google Wifi primary network only. And you'll have to manage/set up the UniFi APs separatly, not in the Google Home app.


I don't work for Google.

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olavrb
Platinum Product Expert
Platinum Product Expert

Should work. The UniFi access points won't be able to broadcast the guest network of Google Wifi though, as they'll have to connect to Google Wifi by ethernet. So, Google Wifi primary network only. And you'll have to manage/set up the UniFi APs separatly, not in the Google Home app.


I don't work for Google.

atm1333
Community Member

Gotcha, I should still be able to set up separate WiFis while I manage the UniFi APs with a controller right?

olavrb
Platinum Product Expert
Platinum Product Expert

Nest Wifi does not do VLAN (virtual separation of networks), so you can't create separate networks for different SSIDs on the UniFi APs. So it kind of defeats the purpose I guess?


I don't work for Google.

atm1333
Community Member

I see what you mean. I guess I will have to look for an alternative. At the very least I would like to be able to create separate networks for IoT devices and my main consoles

LovelyM
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hey atm1333, 

Since that's the case, I'll keep this thread open for three more days and you can chime in anytime if you have additional questions or concerns.

Thanks, 
Lovely

LovelyM
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hello atm1333, 

I want to see if you are still in need of any help. Please let me know if you are still having any trouble from here, as I would be happy to take a closer look and assist you further.

Cheers, 
Lovely

atm1333
Community Member

Hi Lovely,
I think I am good for now. Feel free to close the thread.

Thanks

LovelyM
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hi atm1333, 

No biggie! Thanks for keeping me posted and I'm glad you're all set now. I'll go ahead and lock this thread in a few. If you have any concerns or questions in the future, feel free to create a new post.

Regards, 
Lovely 

LovelyM
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hi folks, 

@olavrb, I appreciate your helpful response. 

Thanks for reaching out, @atm1333. I want to follow up if you still have some questions about your network setup. Don't hesitate to tell me; I want to ensure you're all sorted out. 

Best, 
Lovely