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How to Run the UniFi Controller in Docker on Raspberry Pi 5
After upgrading from Raspberry Pi 4 to Raspberry Pi 5, I started migrating all my services into Docker containers, and UniFi Network Application was no exception. In this article, I describe step-by-step how to set up the UniFi Controller Docker… >>>
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IoT Network Isolation on Ubiquiti
Smart home security starts not with passwords, but with architecture. In this guide, I will demonstrate effective IoT network isolation on Ubiquiti using my Terneo SX thermostat as a practical example. Introduction Smart home devices are increasingly becoming part of… >>>
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How to recovery bricked UXG-Lite gateway
When I first got my Ubiquiti UXG-Lite gateway, I was excited to set it up and integrate it into my UniFi network. The device is powerful, minimalistic, and designed for professional-grade routing – but even the best hardware can run… >>>
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Finding the IP Network List on a UniFi Gateway via SSH
In this guide, I will explain the process of finding the IP Network List on a UniFi Gateway via SSH, which is essential when the Web UI limits your ability to manage large blacklists. I have a Postfix mail server,… >>>
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Ubiquiti replacement under the RMA program
Recently, I had to navigate the Ubiquiti RMA process for my UXG-Lite router due to a hardware failure. This experience was a masterclass in international logistics and manufacturer warranty policies. In this post, I describe every stage in detail. What… >>>
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Connecting a Dahua IP camera to UniFi Protect
Connecting a Dahua IP camera to UniFi Protect is a great way to integrate your surveillance into the Ubiquiti ecosystem. This became possible with the recent update for devices like the Cloud Gateway Ultra and the new UCG-Max. Previously only… >>>
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Overview of the new EdgeRouter OS v3.0
I bought a Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X router quite a while ago, sometime in November 2020. Until today, I thought that the project was already closed, but the recent release of the third version changed everything. In this EdgeRouter OS v3.0… >>>
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Using an SSH key to connect to the UniFi Network
Ubiquiti’s UniFi Network Controller provides a user-friendly interface for network management, but for deeper diagnostics and configuration, command line access via SSH is sometimes required. For security and convenience, you should implement UniFi SSH key authentication instead of relying on… >>>
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How to Create an IP Blacklist on a Ubiquiti UniFi Gateway Using Zone-Based Firewall
In this guide, I will show you how to set up a UniFi Zone-Based Firewall IP blacklist to protect your local services from brute-force attacks. Introduction After analyzing my Postfix server’s activity graph using Zabbix, I discovered that every 5… >>>
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Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X – Hardware Offload
Introduction When I bought the Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X router, the results disappointed me: the efficiency was only 40-50%. In this article, I will show you how to enable EdgeRouter X hardware offload to make it work at 100%! What is… >>>